Professor Brian Owler defends euthanasia ‘gagging clause’
The clause has been branded an 'unwarranted infringement' on doctor-patient communication.
Tag: Voluntary Assisted Dying Victoria
Euthanasia gagging clause ‘threatens’ doctor-patient relationship
Victorian doctors face AHPRA sanctions if they initiate a conversation on assisted dying.
Palliative Care Australia clarifies stance on assisted dying
After a 'long journey', CEO Rohan Greenland says it won't argue for or against.
Will doctors be committing crimes when discussing euthanasia over the phone?
Australian Doctor asked leading legal experts whether doctors can be prosecuted for discussing assisted dying over the phone.
Doctors free to initiate euthanasia talks with patients under draft WA law
In a departure from the Victorian model, nurse practitioners can administer the lethal drugs.
First person dies under voluntary euthanasia laws: Here is her story
Kerry Robertson was diagnosed with breast cancer, which eventually metastasised in her bones.
Is there a major flaw in Victoria’s assisted dying laws?
ANALYSIS: There are concerns that some patients could become unwilling participants in the scheme.
More than 200 doctors undergo euthanasia training
The Victorian scheme has already granted permission to one terminally ill patient.
GPs could start euthanasia conversations under WA plan
Expert panel's report to Parliament also calls for nurse practitioners to be able to assess patients.
Doctors warned that discussing euthanasia over the phone is a crime
Health minister warns assisted dying can only be discussed in person.
