Ethical and Legal Debates in Irish Healthcare

This book offers a comprehensive examination of critical issues in Irish healthcare, including assisted suicide and end-of-life care, featuring interdisciplinary essays that engage with ethics, law, and policy.

Ethical and Legal Debates in Irish Healthcare offers a comprehensive examination of the complex issues surrounding healthcare in Ireland. The book delves into contentious topics such as assisted suicide, abortion, adolescent treatment refusal, end-of-life care, the retention of biological samples, involuntary admission to care, and the regulation of stem cell research. These subjects are particularly relevant as the Irish health system grapples with both ongoing and emerging challenges.

The collection features contributions from a diverse group of scholars and practitioners, ensuring a rich interdisciplinary perspective. Each essay is informed by theoretical frameworks while remaining grounded in the practical realities of the Irish healthcare landscape. This blend of theory and context allows for a deeper understanding of the various ethical and legal dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals and policymakers alike.

The overarching themes of context and care, rights and responsibilities, and the regulation of research are thoughtfully explored throughout the book. By engaging with these critical issues, Ethical and Legal Debates in Irish Healthcare contributes meaningfully to both academic discourse and public conversation. It serves as a valuable resource for academics and postgraduate students in the fields of ethics, law, and health, as well as for individuals outside the academic realm who seek to engage thoughtfully with these pressing matters.