Controversy Surrounds Vancouver Hospital's Use of MAID for Suicidal Patients
Vancouver General Hospital in Canada brought up the option of "medical assistance in dying" (MAID) to a suicidal patient seeking psychiatric help for chronic depression. The patient, who was not eligible for MAID due to suffering solely from mental illness, expressed discomfort with the suggestion. The hospital clarified that MAID was mentioned as part of the assessment process to determine appropriate care and risk to the patient. The incident has raised ethical concerns about discussing assisted dying with individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts.