Diane Pretty (November 15, 1958 - May 11, 2002) was a British woman from Luton, Bedfordshire, who became the focus of a debate about assisted dying in Britain during the early part of the 21st Century. Diane Pretty was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease, and when this disease became advanced such that she was unable to move or communicate easily, she wished to end her life, with assistance from her husband. Wikipedia
The Case of Diane Pretty Introduction The aim of this essay is to address the legal and ethical issues arising from the case of Diane Pretty, and the alleged right to die. paul.raine.googlepages.com/dianepretty
Diane Pretty, who was in the advanced stages of motor neurone disease, died at a hospice near her home on Saturday, aged 43. news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/1983457.stm
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