Assisted dying in France: The ultimate freedom? • FRANCE 24 English

French lawmakers are set to debate a new text on assisted dying in France, a parliamentary marathon that could last until the summer of 2025. France currently allows deep sedation but medically-assisted suicide remains illegal. It is a topic that is deeply divisive in France; to find out why, we went to meet patients and caregivers who campaign for medical aid in dying and those who are opposed to it.
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[@judykinsman3258]

As I get older, I am so glad I live in a state that allows death with dignity!

[@user-zw4mz2gx5w]

I’m not old….I have seen people taken from their own homes to care homes..

[@peterhanssens7260]

Belgium is ahead of the curve on this one, thankfully. 🇧🇪

[@galeocean4182]

Everyone needs the ability to decide for themselves what end-of-life they want. Palliative care, no matter how caring, is not for everyone, and is only available to a few.
I agree with Switzerland, and I might have to go there someday.
It gives me great peace of mind knowing they are available. (American)

[@raguifarag3688]

On the other hand, how much a health insurance (and a government who wants to decrease its deficit) would pay to promote this law?

[@colin1235421]

it should be a human right to exit on your own terms. I do not want to live in frail care when i am old, i want the freedom to end it comfortably.

[@brandonhallam51]

The state not giving citizens many of the other freedoms but making a display of helping them self delete tells you all you need to know about your government...