As a certified case manager and critical care unit RN, I am advising adult children who are seeking advice for their parents or spouse who are having end-of-life issues. Those who have serious ...
When a loved one enters hospice, families often hope for two things above all else: comfort and time together.
Chris Cook, Occupational Therapist at The Prince of Wales Hospice, said, “Pat is a shining example of what we do here. Our ...
Dana Romano's mom, Marilyn, headed home from the Dozoretz Hospice House of Hampton Roads in Virginia Beach on Monday evening after spending a few days in respite care while her family was out of town.
If you or a loved one has a terminal illness, it may be time for hospice care, a type of palliative care that focuses on making you as comfortable as possible in your final phase of life.
How you approach end-of-life care for yourself or a loved one is a personal and important decision. You may consider hospice care, a death doula, or both to guide you during this time. Here’s what ...
This update comes at a time when the healthcare industry is rapidly shifting toward patient-centered models, digital access, ...
Jon LaPook, M.D. is the award-winning chief medical correspondent for CBS News. Since joining CBS News in 2006, LaPook has delivered more than 1,200 reports on a wide variety of breaking news and ...
As New York expands the legal framework for end-of-life choice, it must also ensure hospice remains strong, offering the ...