Lanaudière leads Quebec in MAID

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Lanaudière leads Quebec in medical assistance in dying (MAID) rates, with 12.4% of deaths attributed to it, significantly higher than the provincial average. This trend is linked to the region's aging population, which is projected to grow faster than the provincial average. MAID is increasingly integrated into end-of-life care, including in new palliative care facilities. Quebec has the highest MAID rates in Canada, with over 5700 procedures performed between April 2023 and March 2024. Social values and reduced suffering are cited as reasons for its popularity.


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