Is the philosophy behind Canada’s experiment with euthanasia weakening in its appeal?
The growing toll of euthanasia in Canada – from zero to more than 10,000 in five years – is upsetting settled ideological allegiances. How could...
The number of elderly is rising, but not the number of geriatric specialists
In 1950, 8% of the American population was 65 years old and over. In 2023, that figure is about 17%. By 2050, it is estimated...
Henrietta Lacks family settles with biotech company over cell line profits
In a historic resolution that underscores the complex ethical questions surrounding medical research and profit, the family of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells have fuelled ground-breaking...
Is it ethical to hold a bioethics conference in Qatar?
The International Association of Bioethics is defending its decision to hold its 2024 congress in Qatar, a country which is notoriously hostile to LGBTQI+ people....
Is unregulated sperm donation really all that bad?
The unregulated market in sperm donation is growing rapidly. People are increasingly bypassing regular sperm banks and fertility clinics and sourcing sperm on the internet....