Medical Aid in Dying

May 11

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Terminally ill Florida woman dies on her own terms. These bills could let others do the same.

By Dave Wagner | Assisted Dying, Choice, Death With Dignity, End-of-Life Planning, Medical Aid in Dying, PAD, Right-to-Die Laws, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die | One Comment

“Everyone is just one bad death away from supporting laws like medical aid in dying.” — Tony Ray

Apr 27

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Does palliative sedation ease suffering during end-of-life care?

By Michael Ollove | Assisted Dying, Assisted Suicide, Death With Dignity, Death With Dignity Act, End-of-life care, Euthanasia, Medical Aid in Dying, Pain management, Palliative Care, Palliative Sedation, Right-to-Die Laws, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die | 5 Comments

What constitutes unbearable suffering, and at what point is palliative sedation appropriate? Is there a difference between palliative sedation and euthanasia?

Apr 13

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End-of-life choice and religious teachings (part two)

By Leonard Bernstein | Choice, Death With Dignity, Death With Dignity Act, Euthanasia, Medical Aid in Dying, Religion, The Right to Die | 2 Comments

Part Two — While most religious bodies are generally opposed to most end-of-life options, some offer what may be described as an “escape clause” which can be interpreted as, “we are opposed; however …”

Apr 06

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End-of-life choice and religious teachings (part one)

By Leonard Bernstein | Choice, Death With Dignity, Death With Dignity Act, Euthanasia, Medical Aid in Dying, Religion, The Right to Die | 6 Comments

While most religious bodies are generally opposed to most end-of-life options, some offer what may be described as an “escape clause” which can be interpreted as, “we are opposed; however …”

Mar 23

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There at the End: Voices from Final Exit Network

By Patrick Hoctel | Choice, Communication, Completed Life, Death Wellness, Death With Dignity, End-of-life care, End-of-Life Planning, Final Exit Network, Good Death, Gratitude, Healthcare Power of Attorney, Healthcare Representatives, Hemlock Society of San Diego, Hospice, Medical Aid in Dying, Pain management, Palliative Care, Rational Death, Right-to-Die Laws, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die, VSED | 2 Comments

“There at the End: Voices from Final Exit Network: A Celebration of 20 Years” shares powerful testimonies from individuals connected to Final Exit Network (FEN), showcasing the organization’s dedication to supporting mentally competent adults suffering from terminal conditions in their right to choose death.

Feb 09

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The Letter

By Chris Haws | Anticipatory Grief, Assisted Dying, Death With Dignity, Euthanasia, Medical Aid in Dying, PAD, Preparatory Grief | 5 Comments

“This is perfect.” — Laura

Dec 22

3

The case for assisted dying

By Anita Hannig | Assisted Dying, Death With Dignity, Death With Dignity Act, Medical Aid in Dying, Oregon Death with Dignity Act, The Right to Die | 3 Comments

“Knowing they had a backup if things took an unexpected turn offered these patients great relief. That didn’t mean they saw life as expendable.”

Dec 15

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Why all the fuss?

By Jim Van Buskirk | Assisted Dying, Assisted Suicide, Choice, Death With Dignity, Medical Aid in Dying, PAD, Rational Death, Right-to-Die Laws, Sarco capsule, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die | 16 Comments

“If no one is encouraging those opposed to hastening their death, I don’t understand why there is so much antagonism from the medical, religious, and legal communities?” — Jim Van Buskirk

Dec 01

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Making Your Final Wishes Known

By Julie Pfitzinger | Advance Directives, Communication, Death Wellness, End-of-Life Planning, Funeral Planning, Good Death, Healthcare Power of Attorney, Healthcare Proxy, Medical Aid in Dying, Palliative Care, Proxy, Solo Aging | No Comments

A new workbook by a Minneapolis cardiologist offers guidance and reflective prompts to prepare for conversations with loved ones about end-of-life topics.

Nov 17

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