Assisted dying ‘does not worsen end-of-life care’

A recent study has found that assisted dying, also known as euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide, does not worsen end-of-life care for patients. The study, published in the Journal of Palliative Medicine, analyzed data from various countries where assisted dying is legal.

The researchers found that in countries where assisted dying is allowed, end-of-life care actually improved for all patients, not just those who chose to end their lives through assisted dying. This may be due to increased resources and attention given to end-of-life care in these countries.

Despite the controversial nature of assisted dying, this study suggests that it does not have a negative impact on overall end-of-life care. It is important for healthcare professionals and policymakers to consider these findings when discussing the legalization of assisted dying in their own countries.