Science would treat old age as a disease and treat it systemically until they could convince mother nature to make a change.

Politicians would ask if there was anything in it for them.

Those waiting for their inheritance would argue for very late term abortion.

Moralists might say no right to kill anyone without a trial and a lawyer.

People, like my Father, who prepared themselves sign a bunch of forms which ban any heroic measures or other measures beyond a certain point are also doing the right thing. Providing the law or the do gooders don't get in the way.

Even with that it took him five years to be allowed to die. During that time he had to suffer the indignity of having his adult diapers changed or crapping on the floor as he tried to make it to the bathroom. Among other indignities.

One of his last lucid statements was something along the lines "keeping people alive beyond the point of ridiculous or until they ran out of money is 'cruel but not unusual' punishment." He also made sure they couldn't pull the plug too early.

Life expectancy however is adding more years. It comes from better health measures and treatments thanks to gerontology and geriatrics teaching Mother Nature the old are worth a longer life span.

But not to the point it violates their own wishes. In that respect I agree with Oregon.

As for Quik Clot or its other brand names one only has to attend major vehicle accident, serve in the combat arms or watch the sniper movie of some years ago starring former rapper Mikey Mike to see the value. Like eating grubs in a survival situation. You may get somewhat sick from the worms or whatever but it will get you back to proper medical care centers. I fail to see the argument against the use and carry fresh packets in two sizes on my boat or when out hiking, climbing, and camping. For First Trauma Aid it's the best thing since jiffy pop.