Josipina Ana Červenk

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Josipina Ana Červenk is a prominent oncologist and the founder of Slovenia's first palliative care department. With years of experience in the field, she has been a strong advocate for improving palliative care services in Slovenia. In response to recent discussions surrounding the right to assisted dying, Červenk has expressed her concerns about the lack of attention given to palliative care by some of her colleagues. She emphasizes that while palliative care should be developed to alleviate suffering, it should not be used as a reason to postpone the introduction of humane legislation regarding assisted dying. Her dedication to patient-centered care and her efforts to advance palliative medicine have made her a significant figure in the ongoing debate about end-of-life options in Slovenia.