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fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

The Indo Daily: How a WhatsApp message told an Irish family that their mother had died by assisted suicide

Maureen Slough's decision for assisted suicide in Switzerland was communicated to her family via WhatsApp, leaving her relatives unaware until after her death.
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Asking Eric: I'm keeping my burial plan a secret, even from my wife

Prioritize burial plans that reflect your current relationship over your children's objections.
Health
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Commentary: A candid take on mortality and the power of friendship

Mays chooses not to pursue dialysis treatment for quality of life despite having serious health issues.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Kids Are Calling Me Selfish and Cutting Me Off From My Grandbabies. The Reason Is Deeply Unfair.

Acknowledge your children's feelings while standing firm on your decision to forgo treatment for your own peace and desire to spend quality time with family.
fromsilive
2 months ago

N.Y. Senate passes Medical Aid in Dying Act; next step is Gov. Hochul's desk

New York Senate passes the Medical Aid in Dying Act, allowing terminally ill patients to make end-of-life decisions.
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

How to write a Living Will in France

Any adult has the right to write a Directive Anticipée, which allows them to express their healthcare wishes in advance of being unable to do so.
France news
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Doctors in end-of-life cases can be named

The Supreme Court ruled that doctors in high-profile end-of-life cases can be named, emphasizing transparency and public interest over confidentiality.
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