Terminally Ill Woman Fighting For Others’ Rights To End Their Own Lives
When doctors told Brittany Maynard that her days were numbered due to a progressive brain tumor, the 29-year-old decided to take charge of her life, MyFox8.com reported.
Maynard has chosen November 1 as the day she will die.
After her wedding last year, Maynard began having severe headaches. In January, doctors diagnosed her with grade II Astrocytoma— a severe brain tumor— while she was vacationing with her husband. Doctors initially gave her 10 years to live, according to the report.
I have had grade 4 cancer and survived since 2004 , I have had a good ten years. Recently I got cancer again. Having said that , I think I know where she is coming from. Would I do the same? Maybe , I just can't say right now. Peace be with her , may God protect and give her comfort.
I have had grade 4 cancer and survived since 2004 , I have
ReplyDeletehad a good ten years. Recently I
got cancer again. Having said that , I think I know where she is coming from.
Would I do the same? Maybe , I just can't say right now.
Peace be with her , may God protect and give her comfort.
I will say a prayer for you. Your comment touched me as much as this article.
DeleteI want the Fn choice, if anyone disagrees then you go through my pain .
ReplyDeleteWalk a mile in my shoes should apply to all these types of illnesses. I have no problem with here decision.
ReplyDeleteBrave woman. I have tears in my eyes hoping that my child never has to go thru this agony.
ReplyDeleteWhat are the states that allow this?
ReplyDelete@9:27 right now Oregon, Washington and Vermont have the Death with Dignity Act!
ReplyDeleteIf I have to face this.. I will move to Vermont. Thanks for the heads up.
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