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Article: Suicide pill for the elderly?
Article: Nine myths about euthanasia in the Netherlands
The Dutch law allowing euthanasia under certain sharply-defined circumstances often raises eyebrows abroad. And it gives rise to countless unfounded allegations. The criticism is often made in foreign media that euthanasia is too easy in...
Article: Self-help film gives instructions on euthanasia
“When you are ready, put the bag over your head. Then slowly open the helium valve.” An instruction film made by Dutch psychiatrist Boudewijn Chabot explains how someone can kill themselves using a roasting bag and two tanks of...
Video: Treating elderly patients: when is enough enough?
A 72-year-old woman has sparked off a debate in Dutch society about how far doctors should go in treating elderly patients. In an article in one of the major Dutch dailies, she wrote that more and more 85 and 90-year-old friends, family...
Video: Dutch doctors struggle with death on demand
Dutch doctors are struggling with the growing demand for euthanasia. Since euthanasia was legalised in 2002, the number of cases has increased dramatically. In 2004, there were 1,886 cases. In 2009, there were over 2,600. Last year's...
Video: Dutch death wish clinic to open soon
A clinic for Dutch people who want to die will likely open within a year. Right to Die Netherlands has taken the initiative for the clinic, where patients can put an end to their lives under medical supervision. The idea is hugely...
Article: Holland is a good brand, poorly sold
In the list of countries with the most attractive image, the Netherlands is in 12th place. This is quite a feat for such a small country. But how should we promote the Holland brand? Hundreds of people from the marketing agencies, the...
Article: Dutch euthanasia association pleased with German ruling
The Dutch Association for the Termination of Life on Request, or NVVE, is pleased with the ruling handed down by a German judge regarding the ‘termination of life on request’. Germany's Federal Court of Justice ruled that it is...
Article: Euthanasia at patient's request deemed legal in Germany
A German lawyer who assisted an elderly comatose woman's family in ending her life was acting in the patient's interest, the German Federal Court of Justice found on Friday. An earlier conviction of the lawyer was overturned in a landmark...
Article: Suicide assistant: a new calling?
A training course for suicide assistants? In this age of suicide attacks, there are terrifying connotations to such a phrase. But the real meaning is much more benign.
Article: 'Right to die' for elderly back at centre of Dutch debate
A citizens action group wants to legalise assisted suicide for all people over 70. By Folkert Jensma for NRC International.
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