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Belgian CD&V proposes expanding euthanasia law to dementia patients with advance directives
VRT NWSLO·BE·1 day ago
The Christian Democratic party (CD&V) in Belgium has drafted a proposal to extend euthanasia to dementia patients via advance declarations, as part of the federal government agreement. The proposal is at an early stage and faces political and ethical debate. This marks a notable policy shift in end-of-life legislation, though its passage is uncertain.