Scarce Medical Interventions

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), 63–66. 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?