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Are we actually ready for assisted dying?

Oct 16, 2024
Craig Scott shares his poignant experience advocating for assisted dying following his father's end-of-life care. Hannah Barnes discusses the complexity and emotional challenges of assisted dying, drawing from her family's experiences. Catherine Sleeman highlights the pressing issues in palliative care, emphasizing the need for improvement. Nancy Preston brings attention to funding and awareness gaps in palliative services, shedding light on the ethical and societal dimensions of assisted dying legislation in the UK. This discussion is both heartfelt and thought-provoking.
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