Every page of history holds no dust! Euthanasia, which has been talked about since before Christ and is expected to continue into the future, is one of the most timeless topics on the agenda. Some see it as a right, some as a murder; Let’s take a closer look at the euthanasia situation, about which some people do not express their opinion.

Euthanasia, Greek ”EU† (good) and ”thanatos† (dead) formed by the combination of the words, ”‘easy death’ word with meaning. in English ”grace kill” euthanasia, also called; It can be defined as a method of ending the lives of people (and animals) struggling with diseases that are difficult or impossible to cure, helpless and suffering.

From what period does euthanasia date?

Those who think that the clashes of ideas about euthanasia are just for today are wrong. From the 5th century BC, different opinions and different meanings attributed to the word form the basis of today’s conflicts:

Oath of Hippocratesfrom ‘I’I will not give or recommend a deadly medicine to anyone who will; Likewise, I will not give an abortion pill to a pregnant woman.” While contradicting the article, euthanasia is known to have been used in ancient Greece and Rome. Historically, this is explained by the fact that in the above periods the value of individual life was not believed as it is today. For this reason, it is said that there are permissive approaches to issues such as the killing of newborns, abortion and suicide, and at the same time to euthanasia.

Contrary to the current use of important names in history such as Plato, Epicurus, Tacitus, Cratinus, Menander, euthanasia is used as ”’Farewell to life” or ”peaceful deathThey are known as ”.

Roman historian and writer Suetonius Caesar Augustus, first emperor of RomeHe describes death in his wife’s arms as quick, painless, and exactly the kind of euthanasia the emperor desired during his lifetime. Thus Suetonius proposes the belief that the easy death was not the method, but euthanasia itself.

Can euthanasia be diversified?

Euthanasia, which has been around since ancient times, has three different classifications and two different procedures:

Euthanasia Classifications

• Voluntary euthanasia: It is the person’s own declaration to perform euthanasia.
• involuntary euthanasia: It is the submission of a relative to euthanasia with the consent of a relative, subject to the person not being able to consent to euthanasia.
• involuntary euthanasia: It is the performance of euthanasia without resorting to these methods, although the person can be informed and give his consent. Involuntary euthanasia is equated with murder.

Euthanasia Procedures

• Active Euthanasia: Ending someone’s life by using lethal means. It is the most controversial and most unacceptable euthanasia procedure, as it involves injecting a deadly substance from the outside.
• Passive euthanasia: It is the discontinuation of treatments such as devices and drugs that are currently used for continuity of life.

In which countries is euthanasia legal?

Endless discussions aside; Of course there are countries where euthanasia is legal. Euthanasia is practiced in four countries in Europe. These countries are: Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and finally Spain. When we turn our route to Canada, Australia, Colombia and America, across Canada, Australia and Colombia; We see that active euthanasia can be practiced in the states of Washington, Vermond, Oregon and Montana in the US.

Is euthanasia legal in Turkey?

Euthanasia is not legal in Turkey; however, when it comes to passive euthanasia, it is clear that there are some question marks, especially in the world of medicine and law. The fact that the patient has the right to refuse treatment and to exercise this right is equated by some with passive euthanasia. It adds to the existing debate that it is incomprehensible that passive euthanasia is not legal.

The point reached in euthanasia debates around the world

Debates about euthanasia, whether legalized or not, are still in full swing; however, the situation can take on different dimensions, especially in countries where legalization has not taken place. Recently, Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni and her rap star wife Fedez officially announced that they are taking action to legalize euthanasia in Italy. The duo is supported by the Associazione Luca Coscioni (Luca Coscioni Association)”Legal Euthanasia Referendum† (Referendum Eutanasia Legale) It is determined to collect the necessary 500,000 signatures.

The famous couple shared their regular posts on their social media accounts with over a million followers. for countries of euthanasia as well as for patients who suffer He says they think it will be a big step and invites everyone to become aware of the problem and do what is necessary.

Will the involvement of people with great power to influence the masses in such campaigns, who can steer the country and have a high sensitivity in the eyes of society, affect the countries themselves, the attitudes and behavior of other countries regarding similar issues, or will this involvement simply open the doors for another discussion? Time will tell the answer…