Although 70 percent of Americans die from chronic disease, most do not make their preferences for end of life care known to their families, leaving loved ones unprepared for their final days. Patients who wish to die at home and who can benefit from palliative or hospice care usually are referred too late – often… Continue reading A Better Way for Families to Care for the Dying
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10 Ways to Prepare for the Passing of a Loved One
Nobody wants to think about the passing of a loved one, but being prepared can make a difficult time a little bit more manageable. While it’s never easy, there are things you can do so when the inevitable happens, you are as ready as you can be. TELL OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS AND FRIENDS. Losing someone… Continue reading 10 Ways to Prepare for the Passing of a Loved One
Patients Are Often Prescribed Potentially Futile Drugs in Their Final Days
Older adults often receive drugs of questionable benefit during their last months of life, according to the first study conducted on the burden of end-of-life medications across an entire population. The authors advocate for clinical guidelines to support physicians when they face the decision to continue or discontinue medications near the end of life. Their… Continue reading Patients Are Often Prescribed Potentially Futile Drugs in Their Final Days