New York Advances Legislation for Physician-Assisted Dying
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New York State Senate approved a bill allowing terminally ill patients with less than six months to live to request assisted death, emphasizing personal autonomy and compassion, with the bill now awaiting governor's signature. The legislation, supported by various advocacy groups and opposed by some religious and disability rights organizations, reflects ongoing debates about end-of-life choices and ethical considerations.
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