February 2016 - Lozier Institute

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Nature Journal on Embryo Gene Manipulation: “It’s Time to Give Patients a Voice”

As the international debate continues on the use of CRISPR gene-manipulating technology on human embryos, Nature journal this week gave

Genevieve Plaster, M.A.

February 29, 2016

AAPLOG on Zika and Abortion: An “Abuse of Power”

The American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists (AAPLOG) has issued a helpful statement on the Zika virus and the

Charles A. “Chuck” Donovan

February 29, 2016

Testimony of Dr. James Sherley, M.D., Ph.D. in Support of Missouri Bills regarding Humane Treatment of Aborted Fetal Remains

On February 23, the Missouri House Children and Families Committee heard five bills on issues stemming from the Center for

James L. Sherley, M.D., Ph.D.

February 24, 2016

States Consider Assisted Suicide in 2016 as New JAMA Study Raises Concerns

Already this year, at least eight states are considering bills to legalize physician-assisted suicide. Of these, Colorado, Maryland, and Utah have renamed their bills, formerly titled “Death with Dignity,” as “End of Life Options” bills – the name under which California legalized assisted suicide last October. Yet, the deceptive title, which now eliminates all reference to death, seemingly seeks both to legalize and normalize assisted suicide as “just another medical option.” A new study published last week in JAMA Psychiatry, however, raises afresh ongoing concerns with assisted suicide, especially as it relates to those with mental illness or distress.

Genevieve Plaster, M.A.

February 23, 2016