Oregon Reports Significant Uptick in Assisted Suicides
In all, 2023 saw a nearly 30% increase in assisted-suicide prescriptions and a 20% rise in deaths.
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Canadian Judge Grants 27-Year-Old Autistic Woman’s Request for Assisted Suicide
The decision is stayed for 30 days in order to allow the woman’s father to appeal.
Oregon Bill Could Allow Patients to Be Starved or Dehydrated
Pro-life group voices opposition to the legislation that would target those with dementia and the mentally ill.
Canada’s Pastoral Challenge: Ministering Faithfully in a Culture of Doctor-Assisted Death
Some Canadian bishops have adopted differing approaches, as they grapple collectively with their nation’s recent legalization of euthanasia and doctor-assisted death.
Oh, Canada: Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia Now Just Another Medical Procedure
NEWS ANALYSIS: After the national parliament failed to meet a court-ordered deadline this month, doctor-directed death is no longer a crime anywhere in Canada.
Belgians to Canadians: Don’t Legalize Euthanasia
In a new series of videos, Belgian doctors, lawyers and family members of the euthanized argue that legalizing euthanasia sets a dangerous precedent that threatens the most vulnerable in society and compromises patient-physician relationships.
Latest Push to Legalize Assisted Suicide Fails in Maryland
‘It is a relief that this very dangerous legislation is not moving forward,’ said Mary Ellen Russell, executive director of the Maryland Catholic Conference.
