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Illinois' 'Deb's Law' Takes Effect, Allowing Assisted Death for Terminally Ill

Deb Robertson, a terminally ill cancer patient, celebrated the enactment of 'Deb's Law' in Illinois, which allows medically assisted death. The law, which has sparked both support and opposition, marks a significant step in the movement for end-of-life options in the U.S.

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