By Steven Mandel MD, VP Outreach and Engagement, NY Metro FJMC S.8599/A.9335( LASHER) and Part K of S.9005/A.10005On March 11, 2026,…
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Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) and its Implications in Jewish Law.
Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET.
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Medical aid in dying (MAID) is a practice in which a physician provides a competent adult with a terminal illness with a prescription for a lethal dose of a drug at the request of the patient, which the patient intends to use to end his or her life.
As of life 2025/early 2026, Governor Kathy Hochul reached an agreement with the New York State Legislature to pass the Medical Aid in Dying Act, making it poised to become law. The legislation allows terminally ill, mentally capable adults with less than six months to live to self-administer medication to end their lives.
Disclaimer: This presentation is intended for informational purposes only and is not meant as, and shall not be construed to be legal, medical, or consulting advice.
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Enjoy the March 2026 issue of GESHER. We promise to inform, entertain, and connect the New York Metro Region Jewish community like never before. If you have any questions, contact our office at newyorkmetroregionfjmc@gmail.com orassistant@fjmc.org
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