VAD a 'beautiful, compassionate, peaceful revolution' - but there's room for improvement

13/08/2024 12 min
VAD a 'beautiful, compassionate, peaceful revolution' - but there's room for improvement

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Episode Synopsis

Since Voluntary Assisted Dying was legalised in Australia, over 2,460 terminally ill people have chosen this option. A report by Go Gentle Australia highlights the system's successes but calls for more trained healthcare professionals, streamlined processes, and better support for remote and First Nations communities.

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