Articles for Tag: "hospice"

Nearly 70 years into marriage, husband and wife die on same day 
Nearly 70 years into marriage, husband and wife die on same day
  • August 9, 2017
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A nurse shares the heartwarming story of one elderly couple’s undying love.
5 things you should know about palliative care 
5 things you should know about palliative care
  • November 16, 2015
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November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Learn more.
Have you made your wishes known?  Featured
Have you made your wishes known?
  • April 16, 2015
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It’s National Healthcare Decisions Day, a time to talk about end-of-life care.
Doctors encouraged to talk about end-of-life care 
Doctors encouraged to talk about end-of-life care
  • November 11, 2014
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Discussing care goals for seriously ill patients has been found to improve quality of life.
Hospice and palliative care: What’s the difference?  Featured
Hospice and palliative care: What’s the difference?
  • October 7, 2014
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Although very similar, there are key differences between the two.
Most Americans don’t make end-of-life decisions 
Most Americans don’t make end-of-life decisions
  • December 11, 2013
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Race and education level influence advanced directive care planning, according to a new study.
What you should know about hospice care  Featured
What you should know about hospice care
  • December 6, 2013
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Find out why hospice care offers patients and families more than you may think.