Oregon: The State Where Americans Choose to Die
Wednesday, 21 August 2024, 06:40
Oregon: Options for End-of-Life Decisions
In the 18 months after Francine Milano was diagnosed with a recurrence of the ovarian cancer she thought she’d beaten 20 years ago, she traveled twice from her home in Pennsylvania to Vermont. She went not to ski, hike, or leaf-peep, but to arrange to die. This trend highlights how Oregon is increasingly seen as a choice for individuals looking for compassionate end-of-life decisions.
Compassionate Choices in Oregon
- Oregon offers legalized physician-assisted dying.
- The state's laws are favorable to those with terminal illnesses.
- Support networks have emerged to assist individuals and families.
Vermont vs. Oregon
- Vermont has similar laws but fewer options.
- Oregon’s medical community is well-prepared.
- Personal journeys often lead individuals to prefer Oregon.
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