Assisted dying legislation

Assisted dying legislation allows terminally ill adults who are suffering intolerably to choose to end their lives with medical help. Typically, this involves a health professional providing prescribed medication that the patient can self-administer. Such laws include strict safeguards to ensure the decision is voluntary, informed, and made by individuals with mental capacity. They aim to respect personal autonomy while preventing abuse or coercion. The specifics of the legislation, including eligibility criteria and procedures, vary by jurisdiction, but the core purpose is to offer compassionate choices for those facing unbearable suffering.