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Wendy Mitchell, Author and Dementia Campaigner, Dies After Choosing to Stop Eating and Drinking

Mitchell, who had been diagnosed with early-onset dementia, announced her own death in a posthumous blog post, highlighting her stance on assisted dying.

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Wendy Mitchell

Overview

  • Wendy Mitchell, diagnosed with early-onset vascular dementia and Alzheimer's at 58, has died at 68 after choosing to stop eating and drinking.
  • In a posthumous blog post, Mitchell expressed her support for assisted dying, stating she would have chosen it 'in a heartbeat' if legal in the UK.
  • Mitchell authored several books on living with dementia, including the upcoming 'One Last Thing: How To Live With The End In Mind.'
  • Her decision to end her life was detailed in a note shared online by her family, emphasizing her desire for autonomy over her life and death.
  • Tributes have flowed for Mitchell, recognizing her as a tireless campaigner whose work provided insight into living with dementia and advocated for better care.