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…

Palliative Care patient holding his head in pain while a nurse holds his hand.

Care At Home

May 2023

What is Palliative Care at Home?

Palliative care at home is specialized care for people living with a life-limiting disease, focusing on symptom management and improved quality of life. …

Illustration of a human brain with a missing puzzle piece symbolizing the challenges of Dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

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 Are the Symptoms of End Stage Lymphoma?

Symptoms of dying from lymphoma vary from person to person but generally include fatigue, loss of appetite, severe pain, confusion, and breathing troubles….

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….