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Terminal Illnesses

November 2023

End-of-Life Care for ALS

ALS hospice is a specialized form of healthcare aimed at maximizing comfort and improving quality of life for those dying from the neurodegenerative disease….

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End of Life Planning

November 2023

End-Of-Life Conversations With Families

End-of-life conversations with families can be immensely challenging, but they’re essential for ensuring that our loved ones’ final wishes are met….

ALS Management Tools: A mobile phone displaying 'ALS' on a physician's desk, alongside a pill pack and stethoscope, for comprehensive care.

Terminal Illnesses

September 2023

ALS Life Expectancy and Treatment Options

Discovering ALS Life Expectancy: While the average is 2-5 years from symptom onset, some defy the odds, living for 10 or even 20 years….

Female hospice volunteer visiting a female patient. Both are sitting on a couch talking and smiling, in the patient's home.

Care At Home

August 2023

The Value of Hospice Volunteering

Hospice volunteering can make a big difference in the lives of patients and their families. Volunteers provide companionship, support, and practical assistance….

Terminal Illnesses

July 2023

What Is Terminal Cancer?

Terminal cancer is any type of cancer that can’t be cured, no longer responds to treatment, and is expected to cause death in the…

Care At Home

July 2023

Comfort Care vs Hospice Care: Is There a Difference?

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

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Terminal Illnesses

May 2023

What’s the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s?

Dementia is a general term for diseases that affect cognitive function, while Alzheimer’s is a specific disorder and the most common form of dementia….

At-Home Comfort Care: A female patient receives attentive care from a female nurse, checking breathing with a stethoscope, reflecting home healthcare.

Care At Home

May 2023

What Is Comfort Care? Definition and FAQs

Comfort care is a specialized form of care that aims to relieve pain, maximize comfort, and improve quality of life at the end of…

Esophageal Cancer Essentials: A photo montage featuring a stethoscope, pill packets, syringe, and the words 'Esophageal Cancer' - comprehensive care.

Terminal Illnesses

April 2023

Signs of Dying from Esophageal Cancer

Signs of dying from esophageal cancer can look different for everyone but can include difficulty swallowing and speaking, severe chest pain, and chronic…

Terminal Illnesses

April 2023

What Is the Main Cause of Death from Multiple Myeloma?

Many people with multiple myeloma die from the complications associated with the disease, including kidney failure and infections like pneumonia or sepsis….

Cardiology Insights: A photograph captures a cardiologist's desk with a Heart Failure book, stethoscope, reading glasses, and medication packet. A glimpse into the world of heart health and expertise.

Terminal Illnesses

March 2023

What Are the Four Stages of Congestive Heart Failure?

Congestive heart failure is a chronic condition in which the heart doesn’t beat as well as it should. See the four stages of congestive…

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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…

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January 2023

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