Noelia Castillo Ramos, a 25-year-old Spanish woman, is scheduled to receive assisted dying in Barcelona on March 26, 2026, following a two-year legal dispute. According to reports, Castillo Ramos became paralyzed from the waist down after attempting suicide in 2022 by jumping from a fifth-floor window. She reportedly suffers from chronic severe pain, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and other mental health issues.
Her family, particularly her father, has opposed her decision for two years, advocating instead for treatment of her depression. Despite their efforts, Spanish authorities have reportedly approved her request for physician-assisted suicide. A small protest formed outside the Barcelona hospital where the procedure is scheduled to take place.
I don't want anyone else to do as I did
Castillo Ramos previously appeared on Spanish television to explain her decision, stating, "I don't want anyone else to do as I did," according to reports. The case highlights ongoing debates about assisted dying laws in Spain and the complex ethical questions surrounding mental health and end-of-life decisions.