Medical aid in dying - Without being at the end of life

Medical aid in dying can sometimes be given to a person who is not at the end of life but who is seriously ill. Here is what you need to know in this situation before requesting this final care.

Treatments and surgical operations , End-Of-Life Care

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L'aide médicale à mourir - Sans être en fin de vie

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