Hospice Care

Compassionate Hospice Care: Discover insights, support, and guidance for providing comfort and dignity during life’s final chapter.

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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.

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February 2023

When is Hospice Recommended? 8 Signs

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

Caring for a loved one with Heart Disease.

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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…

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January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Cancer

Learn how to provide compassionate cancer care for a loved one while safeguarding your own well-being. Find support and practical advice for families facing…

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January 2023

Clinical Indicators of Hospice Eligibility

Exploring the Clinical Indicators of Hospice Eligibility: Is your patient eligible for hospice care, or do they need palliative care instead? Patients are eligible…

Chronic Kidney Disease graphically placed on a notebook.

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January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Kidney Disease

Discover support for chronic kidney disease caregivers. Explore home care options and lighten the burden of CKD and ESRD care….

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January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Dementia

Whether you’re seeking Alzheimer’s care for a parent or caring for dementia in a beloved sibling, the road is long and difficult, but it’s…

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January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Pulmonary Disease

It’s easy to take breathing for granted. But chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) can have a deep and lasting impact on every breath a…

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Care At Home

February 2023

When should someone be offered palliative care?

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February 2023

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

"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."

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February 2023

Advance Directives: What are DNR and DNI orders?

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March 2023

Does Morphine Speed Up Death?

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Terminal Illnesses

March 2023

What Are the Four Stages of Congestive Heart Failure?