Living wills

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A “living will” is a declaration or an advance directive which will represent a patient’s wish to refuse any medical treatment and attention in the form of being kept alive by artificial means when the patient may no longer be able to competently express a view

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Why is it important?

A living will is a directive or an advance directive that represents an individual’s wishes to refuse any medical treatment or attention in the form of being kept alive by artificial means.

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How is it different from a last will and testament?

A last will and testament deals with the distribution of a person’s property and assets after death, while a living will sets out the medical care preferred while the individual is still alive, but unable to competently express their wishes.

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What is required for a valid living will?

The validity and use of a living will in South Africa is contentious, and while it is not a compulsory document, it can play a very valuable role in speaking for you when you are no longer able to.