Good news and appropriate headline from the Hartford Courant: No Appeal in ‘Aid in Dying’ Case I’d like to think that the editors at the paper used the scare quotes on purpose. Superior Court Judge Julia Aurigemma consistently framed the term that way in her decision to dismiss the case. The article gives an indication … Continue reading Connecticut: No Appeal in ‘Aid in Dying’ Case
Billboards or no, troubles continue to mount for the Final Exit Network (FEN): From blogger Greg Land – Widow sues ‘Final Exit Network’ over its role in husband’s death: 10:07 am, June 23rd, 2010 The widow of a Forsyth County man who died two years ago with the assistance of the Final Action Network, an … Continue reading Widow Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Final Exit Members in Georgia
Regular readers of this blog might remember that last September – during Suicide Prevention Week – this blog blasted suicide prevention organizations for their silence on all the positive press coverage of the Final Exit Network (FEN). The coverage included approval of suicides for people who are old, ill or disabled. For good measure, virtually … Continue reading Reporter Succeeds in Getting Two Suicide Prevention Organizations to Comment on Final Exit Network Billboard!
Many readers of this blog are probably already aware that the Final Exit Network (FEN) has put up a promotional billboard in San Francisco. The group promises to erect more in New Jersey and Florida. There hasn’t been a great deal of attention paid to the group and the billboard as of yet, but what … Continue reading Final Exit Network Starts Billboard Campaign
From USA Today – “When is someone brain dead? Experts revise guidelines“: Determining brain death is a complex process that requires dozens of tests to make sure doctors come to the correct conclusion. With that goal in mind, the American Academy of Neurology has issued new guidelines — an update of guidelines first written 15 … Continue reading New Guidelines for Determining Brain Death – But Will Hospitals Actually Follow Them?
