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Message from the Minister for Health and Wellbeing (Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board Annual Report 2024-25)
I thank the Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board for this third Annual Report on the operation of voluntary assisted dying in our state. This report reflects our ongoing commitment to ensuring that eligible individuals have access to a safe, compassionate, and dignified end of life choice, supported by strong safeguards and oversight.
Since the commencement of the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021, the system has operated with integrity and sensitivity, enabling those who choose this pathway to do so freely and lawfully. I extend my sincere appreciation to the clinicians, care navigators, liaisons, pharmacists, and members of the Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board for their professionalism and dedication in delivering this important service.
As we look to the future, our focus remains on continuous improvement, ensuring that voluntary assisted dying continues to be delivered with compassion, safety, and respect for individual choice.
Voluntary assisted dying is only possible because of the commitment and dedication of our trained medical practitioners in hospitals and the community, care navigators, liaisons, pharmacists and operational staff. I sincerely acknowledge the exceptional support that you provide to patients and families on the voluntary assisted dying pathway and recognise the personal toll that your work may sometimes bring.
The Hon Chris Picton MP
Hon Chris Picton MP is the Minister for Health and Wellbeing in South Australia. The Minister oversees health, wellbeing, mental health, preventive health, substance use and suicide prevention.