New Delhi: The Sarco Pod, a futuristic capsule designed for assisted suicide, has sparked a massive controversy in Switzerland, especially after a 64-year-old American woman used one recently. Despite assisted suicide being legal in Switzerland, the incident has led to several arrests and scrutiny from authorities. What happened? On Monday, the Sarco Pod was used...
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Sarco Suicide Pod: How The Controversial Capsule Functions
A 64-year-old woman from the US recently died by suicide using the Sarco suicide pod at a woodland retreat in Switzerland. The device delivered a haunting message in her final moments: “If you want to die, press this button,” reported AFP. The Sarco pod, with its futuristic design, operates by filling with nitrogen, leading to...
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US woman uses suicide pod for first time ever; everything you need to know about the procedure
Trigger Warning: This story contains sensitive content; mentions of suicide The ‘suicide pod’ from Switzerland In a recent event, a 64-year-old woman from the U.S. has become the first individual to utilise a ‘suicide pod’ in Switzerland, raising significant ethical discussions. Following this incident, authorities detained several people on charges related to encouraging and facilitating...