John Scully says he wants to die with dignity - but Canada has delayed the expansion of its euthanasia programme.
Around the world there are conversations on medically assisted dying. Germany, France and the UK are all currently debating whether it should be permitted, and for whom.
In Canada, medical assistance in dying, also known as MAID, is already available for adults with terminal illnesses, or serious and chronic medical conditions. The country has been considering whether to include eligibility for those who suffer solely from a mental illness. For the past year, the BBC followed one man looking at applying for the programme, and the heated debate which has played out around the issue.If you are suffering distress or despair and need support, you could speak to a health professional, or an organisation that offers support. Details of help available in many countries can be found at Befrienders Worldwide. www.befrienders.
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