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Advocates Warn of Euthanasia Coercion Amid New Laws

4/9/2026

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  • Heather Hancock, a Canadian with cerebral palsy, warns vulnerable individuals may be pressured into euthanasia under Canada's Medical Assistance in Dying program.
  • She carries a "do not euthanize" card after repeated coercion by doctors.
  • In New York, the law legalizing Physician Assisted Suicide will take effect this summer, raising concerns about similar pressures.
  • Studies show higher suicide rates in regions with legalized Physician Assisted Suicide, prompting concerns about people without adequate healthcare.