Voices From Voluntary Assisted Dying
Voices From Voluntary Assisted Dying
This podcast series aims to share stories from the family members of loved ones who have accessed Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) in South Australia. It enables eligible people to voluntarily access and self-administer - or in some cases have a doctor administer - a medication that will end their life. The journeys undertaken in this podcast are deeply personal and reflective of the speakers' own …Social links:
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Episode 4 – Carolyn
Carolyn, a long-time GP, shares her profound journey through medicine and palliative care, highlighting her dedication to voluntary assisted dying (VAD). Initially aspiring to be a vet, she pursued medicine, drawn by her fascination with the human body and her love for longitudinal care. Her experi…
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Episode 3 - Alison
Alison's mother, Linda, was a long-term resident of South Australia, who decided to move to New South Wales in the final months of her life to be cared for by Alison and her husband. NSW, like most Australian states require an applicant for VAD to reside in the state for at least the previous twe…
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Episode 2 - John
Professor John Willoughby, a neurologist and advocate for voluntary assisted dying (VAD), reflects on his journey of supporting legislative change to ease end-of-life suffering. Prof Willoughby discusses current limitations in VAD laws, advocating for more accessible options, especially for patient…
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Episode 1 - Janelle
Janelle reflects on her mother’s decision to pursue Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) after a progressive illness. Comprehensive information on Voluntary Assisted Dying in Your State is provided on the Go Gentle website at https://www.gogentleaustralia.org.au/vad_in_your_state or by contacting your …
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