When Medical Aid in Dying is Legal, But Still Not Accessible
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Q. I recently attended my 50th high school reunion and connected with several teammates with whom I played varsity basketball. I heard about a teammate who had terminal cancer who wanted to die on his own terms. Although death with dignity is legal in his state, he still had a rough time finding a doctor or a hospital who would let him exercise that right. After a battle with doctors and
administrators in his weakened state, he was able to proceed.
I, too, am intrigued by the idea of dying on my own terms, should I be in a situation that would warrant it. Is such a thing legal in the DC area, and if so, how can I avoid the pushback my friend experienced? Also, how can I plan so my loved ones know my wishes?
Critter Corner: End-of-Life Doula Shares Advice on Talking About Death and Dying
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I just found out that a close friend of mine’s mother has terminal cancer. My friend often wants to talk about it, and I try to be a listening ear. Sometimes she asks me for advice, and to tell you the truth, I don’t know what to say to her. Do you have any suggestions for communicating with someone in her situation with compassion?
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