The focus: Palliative medicine as hope for mourner!

The focus: Palliative medicine as hope for mourner!

On January 12, 2025, the winter landscapes in Germany are magnificent, but the icy temperatures and melting snow do not exactly invite you to activities in nature. Forester warn that visiting the forests should be better avoided these days, which encourages citizens to provide themselves with reading material. The local newsletter offers surprisingly varied content and a new puzzle photo to inspire readers. In addition, it is pointed out to social media where the news is continuously updated.

A central part of today's events is the interview with palliative doctor Hanna Ludwig from the Sana Clinic Remscheid. The conversation deals with important aspects of euthanasia and work on the palliative care unit. Ludwig emphasizes how important the outpatient hospice association is for mourners and explains the differences in mourning between children and adults.

public discussion about dying and euthanasia

An increasingly open social conversation about dying and euthanasia shows that these topics can no longer be dismissed as a seasonal taboos. In an aging society in which the number of dying people increases, medical progress often leads to long -term death processes that can cause fears. In order to enable more self -determination, back to the powers of powers and living will.

palliative medicine, the goal of which is the pain -relieving treatment as well as psychological and spiritual support, is considered significantly in dealing with dying patients. In Germany there are around 400 palliative care stations and around 6500 doctors with an additional name for palliative medicine. The importance of palliative care is increasingly recognized, even if there is currently a lack of capacities to cover the need.

Although indirect euthanasia and abortions are legal under certain conditions, the debates about active euthanasia glow. In Germany, this is still unpunished, but is surrounded by numerous ethical considerations. Initiatives such as "Dignitas" and "Exit" offer support for a fee, but this is currently socially controversial. Many surveys show that a majority of the population, around 58%, support active euthanasia, while doctors with 78% predominantly speak against it and see a clear separation between palliative medicine and euthanasia.

palliative care - a way to the dignified end of death

The draft of the suicide aid law causes excitement and shows how important a comprehensive social dialogue is about palliative care and euthanasia. The idea of ​​allowing euthanasia organizations under certain conditions raise numerous ethical questions, not least with regard to the self -determination and the cultural beliefs of the patients.

Criticism of the existing situation also includes the demand for better financing of palliative care so that health insurance companies can cover the costs. In addition, the importance of specialized palliative care stations in hospitals for improved patient care must be further strengthened. In view of the demographic change, the integration of volunteers will be necessary to offer additional support and to increase the quality of life in the last phase of life.

This multifaceted discussion on the subject of death and mourning support has to fundamentally change the potential, perception and dealing with dying in our society.