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world-news21 days ago•24 min saved

Healthy actress seeks court‑ordered assisted death for mental illness

Montreal-based actress Claire Brosseau, 49, is physically healthy but crippled by severe bipolar disorder and PTSD and has asked Ontario’s Superior Court for permission to die by medically assisted suicide. She has joined a lawsuit arguing that Canada’s MAID rules discriminate by excluding mental illness, has previously attempted suicide, and says she cannot endure the suffering. If granted, she would die in a hospital to donate her organs and wishes to be alone at the end to spare loved ones, while doctors are divided on MAID in mental illness cases.

via New York Post|

#assisted-suicide #bipolar-disorder #canada

healthcareethics1 year ago•44 min saved

Debate Over Right to Die in Canada Continues Amid Political Changes

The article explores the complex ethical, legal, and social issues surrounding Canada's expanded access to medically assisted death (MAID) for patients without terminal illnesses, highlighting cases like Paula's to illustrate the debates over autonomy, suffering, and societal responsibility.

via The New York Times|

#canada #healthcareethics #maid

health1 year ago•4 min saved

New Jersey Mom Opts for Legal Suicide to Avoid Painful Death

Barbara Goodfriend, an 83-year-old woman diagnosed with ALS, chose to end her life through Medical Aid In Dying in New Jersey, citing a desire to avoid suffering and die with dignity. The law allows terminally ill residents to self-administer prescribed drugs to peacefully end their lives, a choice she made after discussing her decision with family and her doctor. Her case highlights ongoing debates over assisted dying laws in the U.S.

via Daily Mail|

#als #end-of-life #euthanasia

health1 year ago•9 min saved

Doctor Witnesses Emotional Farewell During Patient’s Final Moments at Home

A doctor shares a poignant experience witnessing the peaceful and dignified death of his patient, Mrs. MacNeil, through medical assistance in dying (MAID), emphasizing the importance of patient autonomy and the profound respect for a person's right to choose their end-of-life process.

via HuffPost|

#autonomy #dignity #endoflife

health1 year ago•1 min saved

Euthanasia Surges to 1 in 20 Deaths in Canada Amid Rising Demand

Euthanasia now accounts for nearly 1 in 20 deaths in Canada, with over 15,000 cases in 2023, according to a government report. Since the legalization of Medical Assistance In Dying (MAID) in 2016, more than 60,000 Canadians have chosen euthanasia, primarily older adults with terminal illnesses. The report highlights a significant ethnic disparity, with 96% of recipients being white. The majority of cases occur in Quebec, Ontario, and British Columbia. Canada's euthanasia law expanded in 2021 to include chronic conditions, and similar laws exist in several other countries and U.S. states.

via International Business Times|

#canada #ethnicity #euthanasia

personal-finance2 years ago•4 min saved

"Bestselling Author Exposes the Harsh Realities of Poverty and Education in Powerful Memoir"

Stephanie Land, author of the bestselling memoir "Maid," which was adapted into a popular Netflix series, has revealed that her literary success and Netflix deal did not make her rich. Despite the assumption that she was now wealthy, Land had to use much of her book payment to climb out of poverty and achieve basic financial stability. She faced student loans, credit card debt, and the need for expensive health insurance for her children. Land also struggled to secure a mortgage and faced challenges with job security. While she turned down some loan requests, she did lend money to friends and made charitable contributions. Land's new book, "Class," explores her experiences with newfound relative wealth compared to her previous life.

via Daily Mail|

#financial-struggles #literary-success #maid