The “Right to Die” refers to the concept that individuals have a legal entitlement to end their own life or to request assistance in dying, typically in cases of terminal illness, unbearable suffering, or diminished quality of life. This legal and ethical debate encompasses various issues, including assisted suicide, euthanasia, and the right of patients to refuse medical treatment. Advocates argue that individuals should have autonomy over their own bodies, including the choice to die on their own terms, while opponents raise concerns about the potential for abuse, moral implications, and the value of life. Legal recognition and practices surrounding the Right to Die vary significantly across different jurisdictions, with some places allowing assisted dying under strict conditions and others prohibiting it entirely.
Noelia, a 24-year-old woman in Barcelona suffering from severe paraplegia, became the focal point of a national debate on euthanasia. The case centered on Noelia's autonomy and mental capacity to…