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Refusal of Life Extension for Dying Patients Available Next Month

SEOUL, Jan. 25 (Korea Bizwire) — Ailing patients for whom treatment is a means of life prolongation rather than a full recovery may starting February 4 exercise their right to a “natural death” by refusing further medical care. The Ministry of Health and Welfare said January 24 that such patients committed to hospices or receiving [...]

8 in 10 South Koreans Have Negative Feelings Towards Medical Care for Life Extension

SEOUL, Oct. 30 (Korea Bizwire) – A new survey has found that 8 in 10 South Korean patients hold negative views towards relying on medical care for the purpose of life extension, including chemotherapy, kidney dialysis, and the use of a respirator, as the government moves to introduce a so-called ‘well-dying’ hospice law. The survey, which [...]