BOGOTA — The last-minute cancellation of a Colombian woman’s euthanasia sparked controversy and a lawsuit Monday in the only Latin American country where the life-ending practice is allowed. “I have been very peaceful in my mind since I received the authorization for euthanasia. ADVERTISEMENTShe announced a lawsuit for “cruel and degrading treatment” and for the violation of her client’s right to die with dignity. Euthanasia has been legal since 1997 in majority-Catholic Colombia and is strictly regulated. RELATED STORIESSpain legalizes euthanasia, assisted suicideTerminally ill Peru woman demands right to euthanasiaSubscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer October 11, 2021 23:37 UTC