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Hi Mary Ann,

Let me first say I am a strong supporter of Hospice, for my family as well
as patients, and I am as well a believer of assisted suicide as in "The
Hemlock Society" and the right of those who chose not to receive
interventions other than comfort care.

I also read all of Ray's posts, and must say she is expressing many views
that I share, I don't see her as setting policy but I do see her expressing
information and points of view held by many other people here and abroad.

Ray is indeed, a voice that expresses her self well, and a great contributor
to our PIEN. I would miss her a lot if she were not here. I have a high
regard for her, and feel wither I agree or not, she is to be respected for
her decision.

Bernie




-----Original Message-----
From: Parkinson's Information Exchange Network
[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Mary Ann Ryan
Sent: Monday, March 21, 2005 8:30 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: stay out of my death, Mary Ann

> it would be  more than convenient  for ME  if you  would mind your own
> business. Nobody is taking care of me who would be "inconvenienced" by my
> death.
>
Sorry, Ray.  The law is on my side.  If you insist on attempting suicide,
everyone and anyone has the right to save you.

As a nurse I have witnessed the wonderful results of Hospice care.
Frequently people get better once Hospice enters the pictures.  I'm sorry
that you mom had problems with the Morphine patch - there are a host of
other medications that might have been a better option.

At any rate, if you wish that no extraordinary measures be employed in your
case you certainly have the right to make yourself a "No Code" and/or call
in Hospice in order to make sure that your request is followed.  Believe
me - they will make sure that no one extra shred of therapy (including
antibiotics) will be utilized to keep you alive - and they will keep you
comfortable while you are dying.

You have a way of trying to make policy for not just you, but for everyone.
When you stand behind assisted suicide as a policy, I'll challenge you every
time.  There have been way too many abuses in assisted suicide cases.  Don't
forget - Kevorkian did his dirty work in my State of Michigan; practically
in my own back yard.  I get the shivers every time I think of that man.
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God bless
Mary Ann

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