The Supreme Court of Canada has struck down a ban against doctor-assisted suicide, and has made it available only for competent adults suffering from an incurable disease.
However, The decision has been suspended for one year to allow lawmakers an opportunity to enact new rules surrounding the divisive issue.
Euthanasia : ‘Merciful’ Termination
Euthanasia is defined as 'the intentional killing by act or omission of a dependant human being for his or her alleged benefit'
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Source: Medindia
