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Former Mercy Health CEO: U.S. Needs to Embrace ‘Death Literacy’

Hospice News

This is the subject of Connelly’s recent book, The Journey’s End: An Investigation of Death & Dying in America. There’s a lot of psychological research about the reasons for that fear of death that I cover in my book. I recall from that Lancet report, they used the term “social determinants of death.”

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18 best books for nurses about grief, death and loss

The Nurse Break

18 best books for nurses about grief, death and loss. Have a book suggestion? Paul Kalanithi died while working on this profoundly moving book, yet his words live on as a guide to us all. ‘A vital book about dying. A stunning book of electric honesty and passion. The following are in no particular order.

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Episode 37: Closing the Books

Living With Hospice

In this episode of Living With Hospice, Mitch addresses the many facets of 'closing the books' at the end of our lives, including practical planning, reviewing the bucket list and the often uncomfortable topic of saying goodbye. Also part of closing the books, for someone who's dying, is to say goodbye. It can turn into a hot mess!

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Normalcy, Introspection, & the Experience of Serious Illness: Bill Gardner, Juliet Jacobsen, and Brad Stuart

GeriPal

He has a book, which I have read, Facing Death, and we will discuss Facing Death: Spirituality, Science, and Surrender at the End of Life. So the term changed- Juliet: Yeah, I think its open question what we should do about this, Alex: Yeah. Does the term need to change or… Juliet: Ongoing debate. Brad, welcome to GeriPal.

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How Hospices Are Diversifying Their Services in 2024

Hospice News

Now’s the time to make sure your entire book of business isn’t tied to one source. If you decide to pursue another opportunity, you may have massive exposure in terms of sustainability.” Most PACE participants are reimbursed through the long-term care programs within Medicare and Medicaid, according to Black.

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Physician, Legislator Morhaim: Hospices Should Be Vocal About Advance Care Plans

Hospice News

Morhaim has authored two books on end-of-life care and the decisions associated with it: The Better End: Surviving (and Dying) on Your Own Terms in Today’s Modern Medical World and Preparing for a Better End: Expert Lessons on Death and Dying for You and Your Loved Ones.

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How Do You Deal With “Difficult” Patients? 

Daily Nurse

Dr. Joan Naidorf is an emergency physician whose book, “ Changing How We Think About Difficult Patients: A Guide for Physicians and Healthcare Professionals ,” explains how we can improve our work experience by changing our attitudes toward our patients, especially the most challenging ones. What Exactly is a “Good Patient”?