Assisted Suicide: What You May Not Know

Americans increasingly desire control over the timing and manner of their death. But what are they rarely told? ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 

July 9, 2026

Happy Thursday! Today, we’ll cover what you might not know about assisted suicide, and how common medications are linked to heat sensitivity. Let’s dive in. Chrisy Trudeau Managing Editor Assisted Suicide: What You May Not Know Americans increasingly desire control over the timing and manner of their death. But what are they rarely told? SHARE*      READ NOW Common Medications Linked to Heat Sensitivity Many people don’t connect the dots when an adverse reaction is taking place. SHARE*      READ NOW 250 years ago, in the summer of 1776, the Declaration of Independence was formally adopted on July 4, marking the birth of the nation. In celebration of this historic moment, we are bringing back our 250th Anniversary Offer at the best rate: enjoy a full subscription to The Epoch Times—practically free at $1 for 6 months! The Epoch Times strives to fill the void at a time when partisan and biased reporting has become commonplace. As staunch believers in traditional journalism, we rigorously pursue facts and accuracy, leaving views strictly as opinions. When you do choose to explore people’s perspectives, we guarantee you the freedom of thought. Too often, certain voices are suppressed or silenced—that’s never the case at The Epoch Times. Browsing through the commentaries, you will immediately recognize honest, refreshing, and at times courageous discussions on topics perhaps purposefully left out by others: World Cup Tourists See What Too Many Americans Have Forgotten; ‘Intellectual Obesity’ and the Path Forward; What Kipling’s Poem ‘If’ Can Teach Boys About Manhood... They are truly a feast for the mind. Start experiencing a publication that’s truly one of a kind. Subscribe Now Top Stories Health News RFK Jr. Announces $281 Million for Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Programs READ NOW ＞       Health News Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Spreads in Multiple States READ NOW ＞       WORDS OF WISDOM If you have a garden in your library, nothing will be lacking. – Marcus Tullius Cicero – Healthy Living Menopause Menopause: How Hormonal Shifts Accelerate Lung Function Decline READ NOW ＞       Family & Education 11 Simple Ways to Lighten Up READ NOW ＞       Workout of the Day Exercise Recommended by Kevin Shelly Occupational Therapist Lateral Leg Raises Lateral leg raises provide an excellent workout for the hip abductors and also strengthen your trunk muscles. They are stable exercises that can be performed slowly, which makes them beneficial for Parkinson’s rehabilitation. Step 1: Stand and hold onto a chair or countertop to maximize your safety. Step 2: Slowly bring one leg straight to the side without bending your knee. Move your leg as far out as you can comfortably, then bring it back. Repeat the movement with your other leg. Step 3: This counts as 1 repetition. Try to perform 3 total sets of 30 repetitions. Explore More Fitness Worth a Look Epoch Buy Stop Wasting Money & Food! This Small Kitchen Tool Saves $1,500+ Per Year       Contributed by Gan Jing World How To Prepare Broccoli To Maximize Its Nutritional Value Exercise Your Brain Spot the Difference SPOT Today's Hurdle GUESS Relaxing Music PLAY Play our popular Crossword, Word Wipe, and Jumble Daily. Looking for more Spot the Difference? Play it here and here. Want to play something else? See all games. Thank you for reading Rise & Shine! Enjoying this newsletter? We'd love to hear how we can make it even better! Do you know someone who would like this newsletter? Share this sign up link with your friend. Prefer push notifications? Download The Epoch Times from the App Store or Google Play. Trouble viewing this email? View in browser. The information in this newsletter is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified healthcare professional and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is intended as a sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of many experts and journalists. The Epoch Times encourages you to make your own healthcare decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. * When sharing an article, giftaccess@TheEpochTimes.com is added to the list of recipients. If your friend is not already a subscriber, we will send them a special link for free access to the article. Our Rise & Shine newsletter is one of the best ways to receive vital health news and information. Manage your email preferences here or unsubscribe from Rise & Shine here. Copyright © 2026 The Epoch Times, All rights reserved. The Epoch Times. 129 West 29th Street, Fl 8, New York, NY 10001 | Contact Us