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Many people, including hospice clinicians, may not fully understand all aspects of hospice care until having a personal experience with a loved one. In an article published last month in Gerontologist, the author, a Ph.D. nurse, discusses her personal journey [...] Continue Reading
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Aspirin is often used in the prevention of cardiovascular disease and has been studied for its potential to prevent cognitive decline or dementia. The anti-inflammatory properties of aspirin are postulated to decrease neuroinflammation and oxidative stress in the central nervous [...] Continue Reading
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Medications of questionable benefit (MQBs) are those that have limited benefit, are associated with unnecessary risks, or both, are never appropriate at the end of life. This medication group formed the base of a Journal of the American Geriatrics Society [...] Continue Reading