Dementia is a “qualifying, stand-alone diagnosis” for euthanasia in Canada, provided people have the capacity to make a reasoned decision and don’t lose capacity before they want their lives ended, according to Canada’s medical assistance in dying (MAID) providers.

Dementia was listed as a medical condition in 241 people who died by euthanasia in 2023. For half, it was the sole condition{ai:summary}Canada’s MAID providers view dementia as a stand-alone qualifying diagnosis for euthanasia.People must have capacity to make a reasoned decision and not lose it before they choose to die. #health

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