Assisted Dying in Australia and Limiting Court Involvement in Withdrawal of Nutrition and Hydration
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DOI: 10.1007/s11673-018-9839-8
Abstract: In 1995 the Northern Territory passed the Rights of the Terminally Ill Act 1995 (NT) and in 1996 when it came into force, it was a world first and placed Australia at the forefront of… read more here.
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Response from Dr Wood to Euthanasia and surgeons: an overview of the Victorian Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2017 and its relevance to surgical practice in Australia
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DOI: 10.1111/ans.15014
Abstract: The article by Beardsley et al. was passed on to me because of its relevance to my group. I found it comprehensive, but I have noted an error, and I ask that this be corrected.… read more here.
Keywords: relevance; assisted dying; voluntary assisted; act ... See more keywords
The Victorian Voluntary Assisted Dying Act comes into operation
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DOI: 10.1111/imj.14314
Abstract: Once the storm passed, there was an uneasy calm. The tumult that enveloped Victoria in the euthanasia/ physician-assisted suicide (E/PAS) debate culminated in the passage of the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2017 (Vic) (hereafter ‘the… read more here.
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Palliative care physicians' preparation and planning for the implementation of the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act in Victoria
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DOI: 10.1111/imj.15004
Abstract: In November 2017, the Victorian Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Act was passed enabling people with a progressive terminal illness to end their life voluntarily. Heated debate abounded including, to some extent within palliative care, which… read more here.
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Support for and willingness to be involved in voluntary assisted dying: a multisite, cross‐sectional survey study of clinicians in Victoria, Australia
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DOI: 10.1111/imj.15434
Abstract: In the Australian state of Victoria, specialist doctors are central to the operation of voluntary assisted dying (VAD). However, a broad range of clinicians may be involved in the care of patients requesting or using… read more here.
Keywords: assisted dying; voluntary assisted; involved voluntary; willingness involved ... See more keywords
The AMA supports all doctors in relation to voluntary assisted dying
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DOI: 10.1111/imj.15815
Abstract: This article outlines the Australian Medical Association's (AMA) current policy on voluntary assisted dying (VAD), arguing that, when read in good faith in its entirety as intended, the policy lacks neutrality or balance. As written,… read more here.
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A review of the utility of prognostic tools in predicting 6-month mortality in cancer patients, conducted in the context of Voluntary Assisted Dying.
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DOI: 10.1111/imj.16081
Abstract: BACKGROUND Eligibility to access the Victorian Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) legislation requires that people have a prognosis of 6 months or less (or 12 months or less in the setting of a neurodegenerative diagnosis). Yet… read more here.
Keywords: month mortality; voluntary assisted; assisted dying; prognostic tools ... See more keywords
Nurses' experiences of supporting patients requesting voluntary assisted dying: A qualitative meta‐synthesis
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DOI: 10.1111/jan.15324
Abstract: Abstract Aim Describe the reported lived experiences of nurses who have participated at any stage of voluntary assisted dying (VAD), from the initial request to the end of life. Design A qualitative meta‐synthesis. Data sources… read more here.
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Conscientious participants and the ethical dimensions of physician support for legalised voluntary assisted dying
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DOI: 10.1136/medethics-2020-106702
Abstract: The Australian state of Victoria legalised voluntary assisted dying (VAD) in June 2019. Like most jurisdictions with legalised VAD, the Victorian law constructs physicians as the only legal providers of VAD. Physicians with conscientious objection… read more here.
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Common dedication to facilitating good dying experiences: Qualitative study of end-of-life care professionals’ attitudes towards voluntary assisted dying
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DOI: 10.1177/0269216318824276
Abstract: Background: Debate about appropriate and ethically acceptable end-of-life choices is ongoing, which includes discussion about the legalization of voluntary assisted dying. Given health professionals’ role in caring for patients at the end life, their stance… read more here.
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“I haven’t had to bare my soul but now I kind of have to”: describing how voluntary assisted dying conscientious objectors anticipated approaching conversations with patients in Victoria, Australia
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DOI: 10.1186/s12910-021-00717-0
Abstract: Background Dealing with end of life is challenging for patients and health professionals alike. The situation becomes even more challenging when a patient requests a legally permitted medical service that a health professional is unable… read more here.
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