Ashley Welch

Ashley Welch is a journalist focusing on health and science reporting with more than a decade of experience in both breaking news and long-form storytelling. She served as the health editor for CBSNews.com for several years, reporting, writing, and editing daily health news articles and features. She is currently a freelancer writing for a mix of local, national, and international publications.

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Morphine definition and chemical composition illustration.

Care At Home

March 2023

Does Morphine Speed Up Death?

While it’s common to have concerns over the safety of medications like morphine used during end-of-life care, there’s no evidence that morphine speeds up…

"Medical Decision-Making: A blank Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) form rests on a sterile surface, accompanied by the subtle presence of an EKG test paper and a vibrant red pen in the backdrop. This evocative image captures the gravity of end-of-life choices and the intersection of medical technology and personal preferences."

Care At Home

February 2023

Advance Directives: What are DNR and DNI orders?

From living wills to DNR and DNI orders, learn about your options for advance healthcare directives and how to establish them. Thinking about your…

Care At Home

February 2023

The 5 Stages of Palliative Care, Plus Additional Details to Know

From information gathering to bereavement, learn about the 5 stages of palliative care, and how to navigate them….

A compassionate doctor delivers a terminal diagnosis to a visibly upset male patient, while his wife provides comforting support through a heartfelt embrace. A moment of empathy and understanding in difficult times.

Care At Home

February 2023

8 Signs It’s Time to Call Hospice

Hospice care is recommended when a person has 6 months or less to live, curative treatments have stopped working, or the patient elects to…

Care At Home

February 2023

When should someone be offered palliative care?

Comfort care is a specialized type of care focused on alleviating pain, maximizing comfort, and enhancing quality of life in people with a terminal…

Caring for a loved one with Heart Disease.

Care At Home

January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Heart Disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. If someone you love receives a cardiovascular disease diagnosis, it can become…