Do our young ones have the right to say "NO" when it comes to making grave decisions about their health and ultimately their life? While the general presumption is the capacity of children and young people to make such decisions is limited by their ability to fully understand the consequences of their decision, nevertheless cases like Re M illustrates otherwise, although it must also be borne in mind that such decisions will also take into account the best interests of the patient.
13-year old Hannah Jones' decision to refuse a potentially life-saving transplant might not be welcomed by all but it goes to show that perhaps our young ones deserve to be heard and respected for their choices they make.
13-year old Hannah Jones' decision to refuse a potentially life-saving transplant might not be welcomed by all but it goes to show that perhaps our young ones deserve to be heard and respected for their choices they make.
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