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end of life

Patient Story

107 years young

Hospice patient shares the secret to living a long and happy life.

Patient Story

Living life to the fullest

Even while his body grows weaker from Parkinson’s disease, Daniel McCarthy’s spirit remains strong.

Authoring the end-of-life story

Advance directives can restore a sense of control for patients amid their final days.

Caregiver challenge: Needs double as end of life nears

Most rely on family members to provide that support.

Many talks on end-of-life wishes end in confusion

Just 3 out of 10 accurately understood what their loved one wanted.

Researchers identify 8 signs of impending death

Findings could help families prepare and aid in end-of-life care choices.

Many Americans face pain, depression in their final year

Study finds significant increase in symptoms, despite efforts to improve end-of-life care.