The Right to Die

Oct 11

3

Acceptance of death and reclaiming traditional wisdom

By Gary Wederspahn | Choice, Dying, End-of-life care, Right-to-Die Laws, The Right to Die | 7 Comments

Throughout history, death of a loved one has been a family event, not a medical one. It still is in many countries, and could be again in the US.

Oct 04

7

Can suicide by older adults who are not terminally ill be a rational choice?

By Derek Humphry | Choice, Death With Dignity Act, Dying, End-of-life care, Final Exit Network, Medical Aid in Dying, Mental Illness, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die | 3 Comments

Derek Humphry, co-founder of The Hemlock Society and Final Exit Network, reflects on the trend of using “completed life” as a reason for self-deliverance among the elderly.

Sep 27

1

Death Cafe Oakland

By Bill Palmer | Advance Directives, Choice, Death With Dignity Act, Dying, End-of-life care, Medical Aid in Dying, PAD, Pandemic, Right-to-Die Laws, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die | 13 Comments

Bill Palmer shares some reflections and insights as founder of Death Cafe Oakland in California.

Sep 20

1

The Hidden Gifts of Fear and Anger

By Kevin Bradley | Advance Directives, Choice, Dementia, Dying, End-of-life care, Mental Illness, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die | 7 Comments

Has anyone told you to not be afraid or angry when making end-of-life decisions? They were wrong.

Sep 06

3

In Response: Medical Aid in Dying is a Show of Compassion

By Harlan Limpert | Choice, Death With Dignity Act, Medical Aid in Dying, PAD, Right-to-Die Laws, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die | 7 Comments

Responding to an article in the Duluth (Minnesota) News Tribune, Rev. Edward Holland and Rev. Harlan Limpert of Interfaith Clergy for End-of-Life Options voice their support for Medical Aid in Dying.

Sep 01

1

Attention Writers and MAiD Supporters

By Kevin Bradley | Final Exit Network, Medical Aid in Dying, PAD, Right-to-Die Laws, The Right to Die | No Comments

Calling all writers! Here’s how to submit a post idea. Also, register for a virtual debate between FEN supporter Thaddeus Pope and John Kelly of Not Dead yet.

Aug 23

3

Most Mexicans Fear Death and Don’t Talk About It

By Asuncion Alvarez | End-of-life care, Medical Aid in Dying, Pandemic, The Right to Die | One Comment

Does celebrating the Day of the Dead mean Mexicans welcome death? Not necessarily, according to one prominent end-of-life expert in Mexico.

Aug 16

3

A Coordinator’s Perspective

By Susie Y. | End-of-life care, Final Exit Network, Q & A, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die | 8 Comments

Guest contributor Susie Y. offers a glimpse into the role of Coordinator, the first point of contact for anyone seeking guidance from FEN.

Aug 10

6

The Right to Die — Who Decides?

By Kevin Bradley | Choice, Final Exit Network, Free speech, PAD, Right-to-Die Laws, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die | 9 Comments

Many advocates of the right to die want universal health care, noting that physician-aided death is legal in Canada. What might that mean for FEN?

Jul 19

2

The right to die and the right to live

By Lamar Hankins | The Right to Die | 5 Comments

Hiding in the shadows behind all of our end-of-life (EOL) discussions about the desire to maintain an acceptable quality of life is the issue of adequate health care, which is basic to a right to live. Many of us believe that there can be no “life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness” without a right to adequate medical care.