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Know Your Doctors: What Geriatricians Actually Do
Many families hear the word geriatrician during a hospital stay or clinic visit and are not quite sure...
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Important things to know About the Hospital & Medical System
For many older adults and their families, the hospital can feel confusing, stressful, and overwhelming....
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When Is It Time for Palliative Care?
One of the most important questions families ask during serious illness is when it is the right time...
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Why More Treatment Isn’t Always Better
When an older adult becomes seriously ill, families often feel a strong need to do everything. This is...
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Hospice vs Hospital: What Families Should Know
When an older loved one becomes seriously ill, one of the hardest decisions families face is where care...
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What a Good Death Looks Like in Medicine
In medicine, the phrase “a good death” may sound surprising at first. Death is always painful for families,...
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How to Talk to Families About Death
Talking to families about death is one of the most delicate and emotional parts of medical care. It is...
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What “Comfort Care” Really Means
When families hear the words “comfort care,” it can bring many emotions. Some people feel relief because...
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Morphine at End of Life: Myths vs Reality
When someone is nearing the end of life, comfort becomes one of the most important parts of care. Families...
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