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Doctors Debate Assisted Suicide; Experts Urge Better Palliative Care

6/13/2025

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The Royal College of Pathologists stands firmly against assisted suicide legislation, raising alarms about the qualifications of medical examiners in assessing death circumstances. Meanwhile, a global survey shows that more than half of doctors contemplate assisted dying for themselves, influenced by regional laws. Experts caution against potential coercion, urging a stronger focus on enhancing palliative care.

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The Royal College of Pathologists stands firmly against assisted suicide legislation, raising alarms about the qualifications of medical examiners in assessing death circumstances. Meanwhile, a global survey shows that more than half of doctors contemplate assisted dying for themselves, influenced by regional laws. Experts caution against potential coercion, urging a stronger focus on enhancing palliative care.