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I know this is not U.S military, but I thought it pertinent to post here especially as I know historically U.S and Canadian soldiers have fought side by side and have similar challenges. Mods can move it if they are so inclined.
This is why I try and make Americans aware and I am not kidding that I wouldn't put it past my own healthcare system to end my life against my will.
Until American leaders start listening to many of us, you will slowly but surely follow us. I see it in your policing at times.
A Canadian armed forces veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and a traumatic brain injury was offered medical assistance in dying by an employee of Veterans Affairs Canada.
The VAC released a statement last week admitting to an incident "where medical assistance in dying was discussed inappropriately" with the veteran. The department pledged that "appropriate administrative action will be taken" after the veteran expressed outrage at the suggestion, according to a report in Global News.
According to the report, the veteran called VAC seeking support for PTSD when the employee brought up medical assistance in dying, or euthanasia, unprompted. The veteran was reportedly shocked by the suggestion. His family told Global News that the soldier had been making positive progress in his physical and mental rehabilitation and that he felt betrayed by an agency that is tasked with assisting veterans.
This is why I try and make Americans aware and I am not kidding that I wouldn't put it past my own healthcare system to end my life against my will.
Until American leaders start listening to many of us, you will slowly but surely follow us. I see it in your policing at times.
Canadian soldier suffering with PTSD offered euthanasia by Veterans Affairs
An employee at Veterans Affairs Canada offered medical assistance in dying to a Canadian armed forces veteran who was suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and a traumatic brain injury.
www.foxnews.com
A Canadian armed forces veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and a traumatic brain injury was offered medical assistance in dying by an employee of Veterans Affairs Canada.
The VAC released a statement last week admitting to an incident "where medical assistance in dying was discussed inappropriately" with the veteran. The department pledged that "appropriate administrative action will be taken" after the veteran expressed outrage at the suggestion, according to a report in Global News.
According to the report, the veteran called VAC seeking support for PTSD when the employee brought up medical assistance in dying, or euthanasia, unprompted. The veteran was reportedly shocked by the suggestion. His family told Global News that the soldier had been making positive progress in his physical and mental rehabilitation and that he felt betrayed by an agency that is tasked with assisting veterans.