Piergiorgio Welby

Piergiorgio Welby (26 December 1945 – 20 December 2006) was an Italian poet and painter. He is best known for his advocacy for the right to die, after living with muscular dystrophy for over 40 years.

Early Life

Piergiorgio Welby was born on 26 December 1945 in Rome, Italy. He was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at the age of 17, a disease that gradually paralyzed his body.

Career

Welby worked as a poet and painter, despite his physical limitations. His work often reflected his personal experiences and struggles with his disease.

Advocacy

In the later years of his life, Welby became a vocal advocate for the right to die. He argued that individuals with incurable or debilitating diseases should have the right to choose to end their own lives. His advocacy brought attention to the issue of euthanasia in Italy and around the world.

Death

On 20 December 2006, Welby died after a doctor agreed to remove his respirator. His death sparked a national debate in Italy about the right to die and euthanasia.

Legacy

Welby's advocacy for the right to die has had a lasting impact on the debate about euthanasia in Italy and beyond. His life and work continue to inspire advocates for the right to die and individuals living with debilitating diseases.

See Also

• Euthanasia
• Right to die
• Muscular Dystrophy

References

Piergiorgio Welby Resources
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