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Navigating Assisted Dying: A Call for Change
This chapter examines the motivations and ethical implications of introducing a private member's bill on assisted dying, particularly for terminally ill patients. It highlights personal stories that reveal the distressing choices faced by individuals and advocates for a legislative framework that respects autonomy and dignity at the end of life. The discussion addresses complexities regarding coercion and the need for improved palliative care, emphasizing that both concepts can coexist to support patients' rights.