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Canada· OttawaConcerns over expanding scope of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) in Canada
Critics are raising concerns about the erosion of initial safeguards and the expanding scope of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) in Canada.
Background
Canada legalized Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) in 2016, initially for individuals with reasonably foreseeable natural death. Subsequent legislative changes have broadened eligibility criteria, sparking ongoing debate among medical professionals, disability advocates, and policymakers regarding access and safeguards.
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Expansion of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) in Canada
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Criticism that Canada has the highest rate of euthanasia and that the architects of MAID admit the boundaries have expanded beyond initial intentions, with concerns about the 'trapdoor' effect.
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