I am a fan of Dick Sobsey‘s work and check his blog regularly for his latest news & analysis regarding the abuse of people with disabilities. His latest blog entry, on What Sorts of People, is concerned with an examination of the logic behind the Donation after Cardiac Death (DCD) protocol. That’s the same protocol, … Continue reading Must Read: “Schrödinger’s Cat & Donation after Cardiac Death”
My apologies for the unexpected short hiatus. I had a few too many offline issues to deal with last week to get to the blog. Barring unforeseen circumstances, the next couple of weeks should be better. First, an update on Kaylee Wallace. Thanks to the public expressions of concern over her fate and whether or … Continue reading Update on Kaylee Wallace & Hospital for Sick Children
Today, the Canadian Association for Community Living (CACL) issued a press release regarding Kaylee Wallace and the issues that have come to light in the past couple of days – issues that impact countless other Canadians with disabilities and their families. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 9, 2009 Family’s Heartbreaking Plight Sheds Light on Deeper Issues … Continue reading Canadian Association for Community Living: Press Release on Kaylee Wallace
Once in awhile, a story hits the news that is so heartwrenching and tragic that it seems rude and cold to ask questions – let alone challenge – elements of the story. Often, this is exactly the time that hard questions should be asked. Right now, there is a life-and-death drama playing out at the … Continue reading Kaylee Wallace – Disturbing Coverage and Unasked Questions
I didn’t get around to any blogging over the weekend. And Monday went a little out of control, so I didn’t get to announce my appearance on Mark Mostert‘s webcast of “What’s Up With Bioethics?“ It turns out that may have been a good thing after all. When I announce an appearance on a live … Continue reading Monday Media: Interview on “What’s Up With Bioethics”
