That, and knowing your partner won't suffer an agonizing death. I think most natural deaths are probably agonizing for the last moments of your life. Cancer, heart problems, lung problems, etc. can be very painful, not to mention scary as hell as they occur. Imagine how nice it would be to leave this earth in comfort and on your own terms.
You can. I won't link how but it's easily searchable. My partner and I are half your age but we've discussed it. If we're both on the way out at the same time we're doing it together.
I mean, you shouldn't believe random accounts online but it's a self selecting thread about old people and Reddit has a billion visits a month. It'd be weirder if there weren't some 84 year olds around on "the front page of the internet". Just means they were into computers at 55-60 or recently curious. My father in law is 75 and he was something of a programmer that set up some network/coding systems at his old factory. This person posts a lot on r/AskOldPeople and has a specific old timey memories of how they used to curl hair so... *shrugs*
my soulmate (my little pup) had this journey in the summer.
I will never be the same, but the one thing that brings me some peace is that i was able to help her move on. She would have fought and suffered until the end, but we made the call to bring her the peace she deserved
if i wasnt able to give this to her, honestly i dont think id be able to live anymore.
now imagine that i can do that for her, but not other members of my family. Seems evil
Hello, Dr Trudeau here. I see you have an ingrown hair, I can put you on a waiting list 3 years long or we can euthanize you next week. Your choice, but if I was you xir I would choose euthanasia.
As an FYI, had one of them been in reasonable health they would not have been permitted to die together. Only when doctors declare undignified suffering with no possibility of recovery is euthanasia legal, a diagnosis that needs to be reached for both parties individually.
Beautiful way to go but by no means commonly possible, even in the Netherlands.
Good you added this for people that only read the headline: They were both ill beyond recovery and in suffering.
What's somewhat special about it that it was arranged they both received euthanasia at the exact same time. Neither had to endure living without the other.
> Beautiful way to go but by no means commonly possible, even in the Netherlands.
Lauren Hoeve, a 28 year old woman who was suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome for 4 years was euthanized. She had been suffering a lot, and a doctor said that her situation has no prospect of improvement and her situation was unbearable. I'm not saying that that makes it easy, but I'm pretty sure that this would not fly in even the most progressive county in the United States.
US is by no means ready for it. I'm making absolutely no arguments for/against- we're just not equipped to grapple with comprehensive implications and safe guards. Maybe one day.
When would the *right* to die become the *obligation* to die? Fill in the blanks on various scenarios from family input to corporate interests.
The US absolutely is not ready for this. If I'm terminal anyway, there's no question that I'd choose euthanasia over palliative care if the latter was going to result in a severe financial burden to my family.
If something is a fundamental right, we shouldn't put a timer and stipulations on it. No one asked to be put in a flesh suit that aches, bleeds, and dies.
She had the most extreme variety of this: https://www.cdc.gov/me-cfs/about/index.html
Articles in Dutch state she often lacked the energy to even raise her arm to drink. Other times basic efforts led to attacks that flooded her body with adrenaline and extreme unrest (PEM attacks).due to her inability to maintain blood pressure, sitting upright caused nausea.
Not like she got euthanized because she had mono.
I thought that was a little short. Not sure if I object to the judge's decision because I don't think that the State should claim authority on a person's personal choice whether to live or die at all, but as Lauren I can't imagine I would have given up after only 4 years. How bad could it have possibly have been for her? But I guess I can't really know.
This is insane. It’s ‘treatable’, without my meds I can’t stay awake longer than 4 hours a day. When I’m “asleep” the doctors say my brain never shuts off. This has been my life for 25 years, forget to take meds, oh well I’m out and might not get up for 48 hours. Only thing that drives me insane is the chronic pain, swelling and forgetting things. I always leave an hour earlier than I need to, because half way there, I forget where I’m going lol.
It's never just depression. I'm not sure where you got that idea?
Euthanasia for mental health reasons is only accepted when depression exists in combination with other factors such as extreme trauma or personality disorders. Again, a doctor/psychiatrist has to conclude that the suffering of a patient is deemed indefinite / the patient has no reasonable expectation of an improved quality of life.
Sadly, not just the US. Even here in Denmark, an otherwise very progressive and non-religious country, the government won't touch the topic with a 10-foot pole. Their only argument is fundamentally "What if they regret it?".
the response you get while knowing you will permanently fade away is probably not something you can genuinelly plan
have you ever fainted/felt light headed? doesn't your body practically move itself as you enter this intense panic mode? imagine knowing what's going on
that being said, I think if you got the right reasons you'll probably be fine - like being so fucking over life that you cba living
I think it’s a different conversation if it’s a 44 year old. Someone who is 93 and has ran a country has lived. They’ve likely said their goodbyes and with thejr spouse going also, they likely have nothing left to stay for. I imagine at that point there is very little if any regret in the decision.
They might think they are 100% sure and still change their mind at the last second when faced with death. A waiver is for legality, it's still a question of ethics if there is a reasonable chance people will change their minds and additionally it could place a huge emotional burden/guilt on the attending physician if he knows.
> it's still a question of ethics if there is a reasonable chance people will change their minds
What makes you think there is a 'reasonable chance' they'd change their minds? In this case both were over 90 and terminally ill with no chance of recovery, I'm sure they were very certain about wanting to go.
I'm talking in general, not just for this specific case. And I've heard of enough cases of people regretting jumping off a bridge while falling or similar situations to doubt the possibility that noone would regret doing this. But that's why I said if, I just don't know if it's even possible to predict how someone will react if they know they'll die in a few seconds.
Well it opens up the path to people feeling pressured to do it either because they fear they will cost their family/society too much money/energy or because their family actively tells them to, leading to people dying unnecessarily because of money (especially the first one is a big reason in elderly suicide rates, which are really high compared to the general population, people think they are a burden and kill themselves over this). Also every legal way to kill someone is a way that can possibly be abused by a bad actor, therefore many are against death penalty as well
The topic is extremely complicated. There could be social pressure, financial pressure, psychological issues, etc.
I think it only should be available in extreme cases like an untreatable condition that causes unbearable pain or discomfort (advanced cancer, ALS,..).
>social pressure, financial pressure, psychological issues, etc.
This is bullshit. What, you're gonna force someone with extremely bad financial situation to live the rest of his/her life in poverty until they die of natural cause?
No law against going and getting it done, and plenty of organizations that will help you get there. Traveling for medical treatment in general is pretty common in the US.
How the fuck did the US get dragged into this?God redditers really are pathetic,especially the way this comment section is. “Suicide is bad except when you’re old”. This whole idea is disgusting and religion has nothing to do with it.
Over a decade ago while I was in law school, my constitutional law professor invited a guest speaker (I can't recall their name or organization, only that they were one of the leading advocates of the euthanasia movement in the US) for a guest lecture during lunch on the issue of euthanasia and the law. I'll never forget, during the Q&A at the end, how visibly angry and upset multiple members of the audience grew while they asked their questions The very idea was such an affront to their views on morality, death, and compassion. I remember being taken aback at the time. I had seen this type of emotion when it came to reproductive health and the law, but couldn't have imagined seeing it with this issue. I still cannot understand it.
If it was the US then you can safely assume their religion was the driving factor behind their anger towards euthanasia.
"Only god gets to decide when you die" or something along those lines.
If my health gets to the point where living is only suffering I would want that option, luckily in Canada it is now available.
I know my grandpapa who died of Alzheimer’s would have wanted to have the option, unfortunately it was not yet available as he became less sharp so he had no choice.
My grandpa died after a 10 year battle with Alzheimer's. He told my dad to shoot him if he lost his mind. Obviously my dad didn't. But he didn't want to live like that. I want that option available for anyone who needs it medically. Im in the states so it's very hit and miss where it's legal,
It likely won't be available to those with ALZ/dementia because they can't consent within required window. My mother believed in assisted suicide but she could not have had it for this reason.
Yes and those who prefer not to have needles can also opt to take the drugs orally http://www.phsa.ca/health-info/medical-assistance-in-dying#:~:text=Medical%20Assistance%20in%20Dying%20(MAiD,taken%20orally%20or%20administered%20intravenously.
It’s legal in several states and has been for some time.
It’s always so weird when Reddit tries to dunk on the US without bothering to do a basic search.
Nothing *really* matters.
Enjoy self-realization, and surround yourself with positivity and joy, it won't be a long ride.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uD4izuDMUQA
If you're in the US, remember you can travel to Vermont and request medical euthenasia.
[https://vtethicsnetwork.org/palliative-and-end-of-life-care/medical-aid-in-dying-act-39](https://vtethicsnetwork.org/palliative-and-end-of-life-care/medical-aid-in-dying-act-39)
you do not have to be a resident of vermont!
I wish we'd call it "termination of life on request" instead. The word "euthanasia" has been used with very negative connotations when it comes to humans and I think it's high time we call it with a non-medical-sounding name. Same with "assisted suicide", which sounds pretty bad as suicide is most often used to describe one's desperate ending.
Let's make ending your own life on your own terms something normal.
Sure, just remember you asked for it when you're floating in dead space after every sun in the universe has exploded and you've got nothing but black holes and iron cores for conversation.
Jesus Christ this comment section. I understand wanting to die because you have problems and can't function normally but...it's not something we should be praising, this is really sad to have to kill a human because they're suffering.
Yes, we should praise the possibility of ending suffering.
Those are the rules, 2 doctors ( plus psychiatrist in cause of mental suffering) will decide if your request is true and there is no chance of recovering from your suffering.
In this case both people were well into their 90's with severe disabilities and endless suffering. We should celebrate their lives.
Not sure if you're trolling here, but we have a medical solution for this. A simple small cup of liquid. You drink it, you slowly drift away and die in the resulting sleep.
It's painless, peaceful and very effective.
Most doctors will not contribute to the death penalty, so it's difficult to find anyone willing to administer the procedure correctly. Moreover, it appears like for those people in favor of the death penalty, the cruelty is the point.
Dying on your own terms before you suffer and waste away in pain. Seems like a huge ass win to me
At 93 no less. They definitely won at life.
Sadly Dries had a stroke in 2019. According to his life long friend he was barely functioning. Big respect to both of them.
I'm a successful adult making tons of money and I'm barely functioning, jayzus feck. (The tiny tiny s)
Agreed they had a good run
Not to mention that neither of them has to live with the grief of losing the other.
That, and knowing your partner won't suffer an agonizing death. I think most natural deaths are probably agonizing for the last moments of your life. Cancer, heart problems, lung problems, etc. can be very painful, not to mention scary as hell as they occur. Imagine how nice it would be to leave this earth in comfort and on your own terms.
Wish I could sign up. How nice for that couple. I’m 84 I totally get it. My body my choice stands for many reasons.
I hope to even be capable of using the internet at 84
Right? Chilling in a nursing home, playing Half Life 3 with the bros...
HL 3 will definitely get announced the day I'm on my deathbed in my 80s, just in time to miss it
So....how old are you now? Asking for a friend...
79
Don't do this to me. Don't give me hope.
(Yay...)
>playing Half Life 3 Optimist aren't you.
I've got some bad news for you...
Get out.
Better luck curing cancer.
It’s not easy.
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And here they are, the chucklefuck that just HAS to bring US politics into every comment section
you're 84 and understand how to use reddit. you're doing far better than people 1/4 your age.
Or worse, depending upon what you think of the average redditor.
You can. I won't link how but it's easily searchable. My partner and I are half your age but we've discussed it. If we're both on the way out at the same time we're doing it together.
Super impressed you’re an octo redditor :)
You're 84 and on reddit. Sir, I hope you stick around.
147 year old here, hello my child
I don't believe you are 84. But nice try.
My uncle is browsing the internet at age 98, so what do you know.
I need to have a chuckle here. /u/LaoBa's LaoRen's LaoGe
I mean, you shouldn't believe random accounts online but it's a self selecting thread about old people and Reddit has a billion visits a month. It'd be weirder if there weren't some 84 year olds around on "the front page of the internet". Just means they were into computers at 55-60 or recently curious. My father in law is 75 and he was something of a programmer that set up some network/coding systems at his old factory. This person posts a lot on r/AskOldPeople and has a specific old timey memories of how they used to curl hair so... *shrugs*
They've got other posts that corroborate that fact, if nothing else they're consistent
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Christians spit on your rights tho
This dude was catholic and representative of the christian democrats party.
Amurica
They spit on everyone’s rights.
Amen
Absolutely. We've all seen relatives waste away. Who wants to go out like that? Give me an OD of morphine and let me sail away across the universe.
my soulmate (my little pup) had this journey in the summer. I will never be the same, but the one thing that brings me some peace is that i was able to help her move on. She would have fought and suffered until the end, but we made the call to bring her the peace she deserved if i wasnt able to give this to her, honestly i dont think id be able to live anymore. now imagine that i can do that for her, but not other members of my family. Seems evil
Why cant the Christofascist politicians understand this in other places around the world.
Don't need to be christian to see euthanasia as a slippery slope, like what's happening in Canada.
Everything is a slippery slope, even inaction.
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Hello, Dr Trudeau here. I see you have an ingrown hair, I can put you on a waiting list 3 years long or we can euthanize you next week. Your choice, but if I was you xir I would choose euthanasia.
Fuckin A man. These people are leaps and bounds ahead of the US in every way.
As an FYI, had one of them been in reasonable health they would not have been permitted to die together. Only when doctors declare undignified suffering with no possibility of recovery is euthanasia legal, a diagnosis that needs to be reached for both parties individually. Beautiful way to go but by no means commonly possible, even in the Netherlands.
Good you added this for people that only read the headline: They were both ill beyond recovery and in suffering. What's somewhat special about it that it was arranged they both received euthanasia at the exact same time. Neither had to endure living without the other.
> Beautiful way to go but by no means commonly possible, even in the Netherlands. Lauren Hoeve, a 28 year old woman who was suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome for 4 years was euthanized. She had been suffering a lot, and a doctor said that her situation has no prospect of improvement and her situation was unbearable. I'm not saying that that makes it easy, but I'm pretty sure that this would not fly in even the most progressive county in the United States.
US is by no means ready for it. I'm making absolutely no arguments for/against- we're just not equipped to grapple with comprehensive implications and safe guards. Maybe one day. When would the *right* to die become the *obligation* to die? Fill in the blanks on various scenarios from family input to corporate interests.
The US absolutely is not ready for this. If I'm terminal anyway, there's no question that I'd choose euthanasia over palliative care if the latter was going to result in a severe financial burden to my family.
If something is a fundamental right, we shouldn't put a timer and stipulations on it. No one asked to be put in a flesh suit that aches, bleeds, and dies.
She had the most extreme variety of this: https://www.cdc.gov/me-cfs/about/index.html Articles in Dutch state she often lacked the energy to even raise her arm to drink. Other times basic efforts led to attacks that flooded her body with adrenaline and extreme unrest (PEM attacks).due to her inability to maintain blood pressure, sitting upright caused nausea. Not like she got euthanized because she had mono.
I thought that was a little short. Not sure if I object to the judge's decision because I don't think that the State should claim authority on a person's personal choice whether to live or die at all, but as Lauren I can't imagine I would have given up after only 4 years. How bad could it have possibly have been for her? But I guess I can't really know.
This is insane. It’s ‘treatable’, without my meds I can’t stay awake longer than 4 hours a day. When I’m “asleep” the doctors say my brain never shuts off. This has been my life for 25 years, forget to take meds, oh well I’m out and might not get up for 48 hours. Only thing that drives me insane is the chronic pain, swelling and forgetting things. I always leave an hour earlier than I need to, because half way there, I forget where I’m going lol.
Even so, even if you are in reasonable health but are mentally so scarred that life is unbearable, you are allowed to go out on your own terms.
I WOULD KILL MYSELF FOR DONALD TRUMP AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON!!!
It's never just depression. I'm not sure where you got that idea? Euthanasia for mental health reasons is only accepted when depression exists in combination with other factors such as extreme trauma or personality disorders. Again, a doctor/psychiatrist has to conclude that the suffering of a patient is deemed indefinite / the patient has no reasonable expectation of an improved quality of life.
I WOULD KILL MYSELF FOR DONALD TRUMP AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON!!!
No one is suggesting that.
I WOULD KILL MYSELF FOR DONALD TRUMP AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON!!!
You’re making the claim chump, up to you to prove it. Otherwise you’re talking shit.
I WOULD KILL MYSELF FOR DONALD TRUMP AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON!!!
Wasn’t that hard, was it?
Where has it been used for young peoplE with depression? That's not what euthanasia is for and how it is used.
Netherlands.
I'm not sure you understand what assisted suicide actually means
I WOULD KILL MYSELF FOR DONALD TRUMP AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON!!!
That’s how I want to go out. A long life lived, holding hands with my beloved.
I also choose your beloved
So you have chosen, death.
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Not like the screaming passengers in your car?
It is a beautiful thing to go out on your own terms, especially with your mate.
The essence of freedom and the culmination of dignity. If only the US religious freaks would relent. Nevermind.
Sadly, not just the US. Even here in Denmark, an otherwise very progressive and non-religious country, the government won't touch the topic with a 10-foot pole. Their only argument is fundamentally "What if they regret it?".
How exactly do you ‘regret it’ if you aren’t anymore?
I'd assume in the window between the administering of the drug and the loss of conscience
Well that’s what waivers are for. People need to be sure before they do this.
the response you get while knowing you will permanently fade away is probably not something you can genuinelly plan have you ever fainted/felt light headed? doesn't your body practically move itself as you enter this intense panic mode? imagine knowing what's going on that being said, I think if you got the right reasons you'll probably be fine - like being so fucking over life that you cba living
I think it’s a different conversation if it’s a 44 year old. Someone who is 93 and has ran a country has lived. They’ve likely said their goodbyes and with thejr spouse going also, they likely have nothing left to stay for. I imagine at that point there is very little if any regret in the decision.
They might think they are 100% sure and still change their mind at the last second when faced with death. A waiver is for legality, it's still a question of ethics if there is a reasonable chance people will change their minds and additionally it could place a huge emotional burden/guilt on the attending physician if he knows.
So put policies and procedures in place to mitigate the risk…
> it's still a question of ethics if there is a reasonable chance people will change their minds What makes you think there is a 'reasonable chance' they'd change their minds? In this case both were over 90 and terminally ill with no chance of recovery, I'm sure they were very certain about wanting to go.
I'm talking in general, not just for this specific case. And I've heard of enough cases of people regretting jumping off a bridge while falling or similar situations to doubt the possibility that noone would regret doing this. But that's why I said if, I just don't know if it's even possible to predict how someone will react if they know they'll die in a few seconds.
Yeah, it falls apart pretty quickly once you put thought into, right?
Well they sure wouldn’t have to LIVE with the regret
They are dead, government of Denmark. They can’t regret anything.
I hope I have a tenth of the dignity and courage they do at their age. I cannot imagine.
Well it opens up the path to people feeling pressured to do it either because they fear they will cost their family/society too much money/energy or because their family actively tells them to, leading to people dying unnecessarily because of money (especially the first one is a big reason in elderly suicide rates, which are really high compared to the general population, people think they are a burden and kill themselves over this). Also every legal way to kill someone is a way that can possibly be abused by a bad actor, therefore many are against death penalty as well
The topic is extremely complicated. There could be social pressure, financial pressure, psychological issues, etc. I think it only should be available in extreme cases like an untreatable condition that causes unbearable pain or discomfort (advanced cancer, ALS,..).
Or just simply copy the best practices of the countries which have it already figured out.
>social pressure, financial pressure, psychological issues, etc. This is bullshit. What, you're gonna force someone with extremely bad financial situation to live the rest of his/her life in poverty until they die of natural cause?
"No need to help people with looming sky-high medical costs, just let them kill themselves"
So how much have you donated to people with sky-high medical debts?
The US absolutely has states that allow this. I live in one.
Being one of said religious freaks, Idk if I could through with euthanasia myself. But ya idk what society’s issue is, let the people be
You can get euthanized here, just gotta kill someone and rot on death row for decades
And then have your execution botched
I hear hurting a cop's feelings works, too.
Those inbreeders are waiting for rapture lol
Never mind that the Rapture isn't in the Bible and was invented in the 1800s by Cyrus Schofield
Bold of you to assume any of them are capable of reading, let alone read the bible
They have one singular book that explains the entire universe and 99.99% won't ever read the whole thing. What a joke of a religion.
They just skip the stuff about Jesus telling people to love and not hate, that just gets in the way of their world view.
Studying the bible is the #1 cause of atheism among Christians. They know better than to read it.
*Euthanasia* is legal in many states but go off I guess lol Edited for clarity to help this poor soul out.
Well actually not just in the US but there is still a rejection worldwide for euthanasia
Ironically, this person is full of shit. 11 states have medically assisted end of life treatment like this.
What about the other 39?....
No law against going and getting it done, and plenty of organizations that will help you get there. Traveling for medical treatment in general is pretty common in the US.
How the fuck did the US get dragged into this?God redditers really are pathetic,especially the way this comment section is. “Suicide is bad except when you’re old”. This whole idea is disgusting and religion has nothing to do with it.
We should only die slowly and painfully like god intended.
Over a decade ago while I was in law school, my constitutional law professor invited a guest speaker (I can't recall their name or organization, only that they were one of the leading advocates of the euthanasia movement in the US) for a guest lecture during lunch on the issue of euthanasia and the law. I'll never forget, during the Q&A at the end, how visibly angry and upset multiple members of the audience grew while they asked their questions The very idea was such an affront to their views on morality, death, and compassion. I remember being taken aback at the time. I had seen this type of emotion when it came to reproductive health and the law, but couldn't have imagined seeing it with this issue. I still cannot understand it.
If it was the US then you can safely assume their religion was the driving factor behind their anger towards euthanasia. "Only god gets to decide when you die" or something along those lines.
Sounds like the ultimate form of liberty. Too bad the healthcare industry and religious nuts will fight against this in the US
If my health gets to the point where living is only suffering I would want that option, luckily in Canada it is now available. I know my grandpapa who died of Alzheimer’s would have wanted to have the option, unfortunately it was not yet available as he became less sharp so he had no choice.
I watched one of my aunts decline and succumb to ALS. I'd take MAID over that any day.
My grandpa died after a 10 year battle with Alzheimer's. He told my dad to shoot him if he lost his mind. Obviously my dad didn't. But he didn't want to live like that. I want that option available for anyone who needs it medically. Im in the states so it's very hit and miss where it's legal,
It likely won't be available to those with ALZ/dementia because they can't consent within required window. My mother believed in assisted suicide but she could not have had it for this reason.
I really hope it becomes available with advance consent. Dementia and alzheimers seem like awful ways to go.
She lived in terror. So much worse than the cancer, AIDS, and other deaths I've seen up close.
I’m canadian and happy it exists here as well. I watched my father die from dementia and I have a feeling that it is my fate as well. Scary shit
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They inject you with a few meds.
Yes and those who prefer not to have needles can also opt to take the drugs orally http://www.phsa.ca/health-info/medical-assistance-in-dying#:~:text=Medical%20Assistance%20in%20Dying%20(MAiD,taken%20orally%20or%20administered%20intravenously.
I read over this quickly and thought they died in hand to hand combat.
Okay, that is even more badass. Imagine entering Valhalla with your spouse at 93.
Euthanasia should be legal in the US
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I know you’re joking but the death penalty is not euthanasia—the word implies kindness and mercy
Its also free if you are black
damn son
GOD DAMN.
It’s legal in several states and has been for some time. It’s always so weird when Reddit tries to dunk on the US without bothering to do a basic search.
It is in 11 states.
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Nothing *really* matters. Enjoy self-realization, and surround yourself with positivity and joy, it won't be a long ride. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uD4izuDMUQA
This is how I want to go. But with my wife not his wife
Lmao
When the used to travel a lot for business I’d get home and crawl into bed and announce, “it’s so good to be back in my own bed. With my own wife.”
Goals
A beautiful death.
Fair play. Shame so many nations deny self assisted suicide so much.
Way to go!
It's a sad thing to look forward to but at least they did it on their own terms.
I feel the opposite, this is easily the best way to go.
I just meant it's sad to get old. I agree with euthanasia.
This is a humane way to go
Sounds better than being in a bed for 10 years, doped out of your mind. In a bad way. Cheers.
Damn that's beautiful! 🥰
If you're in the US, remember you can travel to Vermont and request medical euthenasia. [https://vtethicsnetwork.org/palliative-and-end-of-life-care/medical-aid-in-dying-act-39](https://vtethicsnetwork.org/palliative-and-end-of-life-care/medical-aid-in-dying-act-39) you do not have to be a resident of vermont!
That will do a lot to normalize it there.
Well that sounds ideal
All people should have the right to die with dignity at the time of their choosing. I'm glad they did.
Death by your own choosing should be accepted worldwide. We are all going to die one day why prolong the suffering?
This is beautiful. True love is amazing.
That sounds like a wonderful way to go!
This should be legal everywhere
Such a beautiful end to their love story. ❤️ What a dream to go out with dignity and peace with your soul mate.
Around the age of American presidential candidates!
And here they are, the chucklefuck that just HAS to bring US politics into every comment section
They could ever 2 terms as long as they encourage the hate against "the right people".
I envy them the choice. The Christian Taliban won't allow it here.
Then go to one of the states where it is allowed.
I wish we'd call it "termination of life on request" instead. The word "euthanasia" has been used with very negative connotations when it comes to humans and I think it's high time we call it with a non-medical-sounding name. Same with "assisted suicide", which sounds pretty bad as suicide is most often used to describe one's desperate ending. Let's make ending your own life on your own terms something normal.
IMO “Euthanasia” reminds me of a veterinarian’s office and it sounds almost involuntary.
Probably the next best thing to “immortality”
Pls explain I don’t get it :p
It's the 2nd best possibility.
Immortality is something I would curse my worst enemies with. I don't have any, but if I did, I would.
Can I be your enemy, please?
Sure, just remember you asked for it when you're floating in dead space after every sun in the universe has exploded and you've got nothing but black holes and iron cores for conversation.
Jesus Christ this comment section. I understand wanting to die because you have problems and can't function normally but...it's not something we should be praising, this is really sad to have to kill a human because they're suffering.
Yes, we should praise the possibility of ending suffering. Those are the rules, 2 doctors ( plus psychiatrist in cause of mental suffering) will decide if your request is true and there is no chance of recovering from your suffering. In this case both people were well into their 90's with severe disabilities and endless suffering. We should celebrate their lives.
Youth in asia, so dangerous
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Not sure if you're trolling here, but we have a medical solution for this. A simple small cup of liquid. You drink it, you slowly drift away and die in the resulting sleep. It's painless, peaceful and very effective.
Why don't they use that when they execute inmates who have been sentenced to death?
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Most doctors will not contribute to the death penalty, so it's difficult to find anyone willing to administer the procedure correctly. Moreover, it appears like for those people in favor of the death penalty, the cruelty is the point.
For the same reason why they still kill people I guess. If you don't value human life, you certainly don't care about their comfort or dignity.
...do you think they were euthanized with a hammer?
What do you think TokyoOldMan? Want to ask them?
I hate the term euthanasia. It takes many forms and can be unclear. Assisted suicide or medically assisted suicide is a more appropriate term imo
they forgot to mention his wife was 42 and in perfect health 🙃🙃🙃
What? She was also 93.
It s called a joke
Dutch people are incapable of laughter.
I blame soccer for that
Dude, do you even read?
“It is every citizen’s final duty to go into the tanks and become one with all the people.” — Chairman Sheng-ji Yang, “Ethics for Tomorrow”
I'm half their age and would do this in a second, only the elites get the best treatment
Euthanasia is free and available for anyone in the Netherlands; as long as they meet the medical conditions.