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The alternatives to euthanasia are hospice or palliative care. Often people who lean toward euthanasia are those who fear pain, poor quality of life, burdening loved ones with their care, etc. Hospice and palliative care can manage pain and other unpleasant symptoms, provide in-home support services such as a home health aide, and keep the patient in the surroundings that support their quality of life. I have often seen that patient's have never felt better, because their stressors are minimized by their management by an interdisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, chaplains, health aides, dietitians, etc. and their symptoms are well controlled, despite having a terminal illness!
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