Assisted dying laws expanded globally with new rules in France and US states
Countries including Canada, Australia, Spain, Austria, France, and parts of the United States have legalized assisted dying for specific groups since 2015.
Global legal changes since 2015
Over 400 million people now reside in nations where assisted dying is permitted. France recently adopted a law allowing aid for adults with incurable conditions causing unbearable pain. Several other jurisdictions have introduced similar legislation allowing death assistance for those who are not terminally ill.
Oregon experience and patient data
Oregon has operated its program since 1997 and serves as a model for other US states. Since that start date, 5,520 people received prescriptions for lethal medication resulting in 3,691 deaths. Recent reports indicate that cancer remains the most common condition among patients requesting help to die.
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