Support for Medical Aid in Dying Grows in the US
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The Medical Society of the State of New York’s recent backing of medical aid in dying legislation is part of a growing trend of support, with a 2024 Gallup poll indicating 66% of Americans are in favor of such measures, rising to 71% for aid in dying by painless means. Currently, 10 states and Washington, D.C., allow medical aid in dying for terminally ill patients who qualify, and New York lawmakers continue to debate the issue. The shift is partly driven by personal stories and changing attitudes among aging baby boomers, though it remains controversial, particularly among disability advocates.
Full Story: The Washington Post (1/20)
