Dementia: Halakhic Category

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April 24 2025
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Metzora 

References: Yoma: 85A ,  Avoda Zara: 27B  

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Understanding the category of advanced Dementia patients, in terms of end-of-life care. Are they considered "terminal" (Chayei sha'ah) or Chayei Olam? Based on the unique approach of Rav Asher Weiss.

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