Congress is scheduled to hold a hearing regarding the legalization of cryonics. This process is being proposed as a method of ensuring an aging population has options with their care and end-of-life decisions. Medical professionals and ethicists have been asked to comment and provide their opinions and expertise.
First, begin by familiarizing yourself with the following articles:
Shanbhag, V. K. L. (2017). Assessment of ethical aspects of cryonics: An emerging technology. Journal of the Scientific Society, 44(2), 6366. https://doi-org.libauth.purdueglobal.edu/10.4103/jss.JSS_19_17
In the discussion, address the following:
Support or refute the legalization of cryonics in the United States
What laws should be established?
How can you take this week’s discussion topic and apply it in the real world?