Henk Zuidema
Henk Zuidema was a Dutch tile setter who developed early onset Alzheimer's disease at the age of 57. Concerned about his future capabilities and the potential loss of autonomy, he sought medically assisted death to avoid ending up in a nursing home. Zuidema planned his death with the support of his family and medical professionals, reflecting the ongoing discussions in the Netherlands about euthanasia for individuals with dementia.
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Henk Zuidema developed early Alzheimer's and sought medically assisted death before becoming fully dependent.
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