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Middletown woman, Quinnipiac prof produces film on medical aid in dying
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Karin Schwanbeck of Middletown is professor emerita of journalism at Quinnipiac University.Contributed photo / Quinnipiac University
The film was recently accepted by the National Educational Telecommunications Association for national distribution to its 277 PBS member stations starting in January, according to a press release.
The 56-minute documentary tells the story of three terminally ill patients who want the option of medical aid in dying. For two patients in the documentary, it is too late. The third patient takes matters into her own hands, according to the release.
Reply(1) Karin Schwanbeck, of Middletown (Quinnipiac University)
The film was recently accepted by the National Educational Telecommunications Association for national distribution to its 277 PBS member stations starting in January 2021.
The 56-minute documentary tells the story of three terminally ill patients who want the option of medical aid in dying. For two patients in the documentary, it is too late. The third patient takes matters into her own hands.
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Schwanbeck said 10 jurisdictions have a death with dignity law, but some states still grapple with the ethical, moral and religious dilemmas. In 2020, states such as Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, Virginia and Kansas dropped the discussion in the wake of COVID-19. Currently in Massachusetts, the bill has moved on to a second committee for consideration.