Critics of the current system argue that palliative care has become a cruel postcode lottery, leaving at least 100,000 people annually deprived of high-quality support during their final stages.
The new commission aims to ensure that dying individuals receive holistic support tailored to their needs, encompassing not only medical and emotional care, but also financial and social assistance.
The challenges posed by the integration of assisted dying into healthcare must be addressed, particularly regarding the logistics of service delivery and staffing within the NHS.
Rachael Maskell emphasized the importance of patient-led care and comprehensive support, stating that planning should begin from the moment of the diagnosis of an incurable illness.
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