Life Issues
The phrase "life is full of challenges" includes in it not only those who are already inhabiting this world but also those who are still making their way into it, therefore such challenges must be addressed in such a way that no damage is done to us or to others - including the unborn child.
Reflections on the Embryo Protection Bill
Let it call a spade a spade
What’s in a name? This Shakespearian question crossed my mind as I read the Embryo Protection Bill.
It states that “the objects of this Bill are to regulate the procedure relating to medically assisted procreation and to protect human embryos”. Going through the Bill, however, no reason is provided why human embryos need to be protected.
It’s curious that no reference is made to the dignity of the human person that constitutes the reason and foundation of fundamental human rights. Is the personal dignity of the human embryo so obvious that it is presupposed or is it so unobvious that it is unrecognised?
Thus, I wonder on what grounds does this Embryo Protection Bill safeguard the human embryo.
