Death with dignity! How about life with dignity?

Dec 28, 2021 | Ethics

We have heard a great deal about death with dignity. It really got a push in the 1990’s. People have a right to end their lives with some dignity. OK. I understand it, but don’t like it. I don’t like the idea of government involvement in killing its citizens. Slippery...

Americanuck Radio – Guest:Diane Weber Bederman

Dec 7, 2021 | Ethics, Politics, Videos

Americanuck Radio – Guest:Diane Weber Bederman Listen here   Summary by Peyton Smith Hour 1, segment 2: Americanuck Radio was honored to welcome author Diane Weber Bederman to the program today. She is also a multi-faith, hospital endorsed chaplain. Based...

Oh no! Not toxic positivity!

Nov 23, 2021 | Ethics

Ok that’s it for me. In an age of rage, we have Toxic Positivity. Positivity is toxic. Who knew? And there are so many signs that you may suffer from this ailment. Nothing is sacred. I learned this term from my dear friend, a teacher for more than 30 years, who lights...

Medical Care in the 21st Century: FIRST DO NO HARM

Oct 18, 2021 | Ethics, News

  How can we condone health care that includes the unceremonious removal of a patient, especially a senior citizen, from their primary health care provider? It seems we do in Ontario. I wonder if this is all made possible by socialized medicine and  the new rules...