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Understanding freedom of conscience
Originally published in Policy Options, May 2018
by Brian Bird
The year 2017 marks the 150th anniversary since Confederation
Why the right to conscientious objection must be restored
Originally published in Conscience Laws, June 2014
Presentation to the Life Dinner Melbourne, Australia
by David van Gend
I feel
In reply to supporters of the End of Life Choice Bill
Originally published in New Zealand Doctor, February 2018
by Rosalie Evans
I agree that all doctors should read the End of Life Choice Bill. However, unlike
Latest Positions and Papers
American College of Physicians Opposes Assisted Suicide
Excellent. The American College of Physicians, after studying the issue, has issued a policy statement against the legalization of assisted suicide. From the ACP Position Paper:
NZHPA: Submission to the Health Select Committee Investigation into Ending One’s Life in New Zealand
The New Zealand Health Select Committee conducted an inquiry into ‘Ending One’ s Life in New Zealand ‘ between June 2015 and February 2016. The Select Committee investigated 1) factors that contribute to the desire to end one’ s life, 2) the effectiveness of services and
University Professor Urges Medical Graduates to show Courage
Professor D Robin Taylor, University of Otago, Graduation Address
Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, Mayor, Members of the University Council, academic colleagues, graduating students, family