Donal Walsh's mother says 'assisted suicide would undermine trust in palliative care doctors' 

Donal Walsh's mother says 'assisted suicide would undermine trust in palliative care doctors' 

 Donal Walsh shot to prominence in 2013 for his campaigning against teenage suicide

A Kerry mother whose teenage son lost his battle with cancer has told the Joint Committee on Assisted Dying that the introduction of assisted suicide or euthanasia in Ireland would "undermine the trust placed in doctors when it comes to end-of-life care."

Tralee teenager Donal Walsh shot to prominence in 2013 for his campaigning against teenage suicide whilst battling Osteo Sarcoma, a terminal form of bone cancer.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited