France approves landmark assisted dying bill
Synopsis France's Assembly has given final approval to a landmark bill concerning end-of-life care. This legislation permits adults with incurable diseases to receive lethal medication
Synopsis France's Assembly has given final approval to a landmark bill concerning end-of-life care. This legislation permits adults with incurable diseases to receive lethal medication upon request. Strict conditions apply, requiring patients to be over eighteen and suffering from a serious, incurable illness. The bill now awaits review by the Constitutional Council before becoming law.
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