The acceptability of active euthanasia in China.
Active euthanasia has been discussed in China from 1980. Some investigations show that many people, especially medical workers, accept active euthanasia. Active euthanasia is not yet legally permissible in China but research in ethics and public views will promote developments in this direction.
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Beijing Medical University, People's Republic of China.
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