“Everyone gasped as the comatose patient slowly lifted her hand from the bed and began moving it in time to what I was singing.”
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“I predict that as more people suffer from dementing illnesses, we will undoubtably cross a threshold and finally witness significant changes.” — Lewis Cohen, MD
A family practice physician explains why she changed her mind about Medical Aid in Dying.
“Everyone, including and perhaps even especially Mom, are going to be concerned and frightened about what the future is bringing. Through being open, sharing, together, and supportive of one another comes the opportunity to love each other.” — Barbara Karnes, RN
Althea Halchuck advocates for end-of-life options like human composting, a green alternative to traditional burial and cremation, promoting environmental responsibility while caring for the deceased.
The article contrasts the end-of-life experiences of Grandma Lilly, who suffers in ICU, with Grandpa Joe, who dies peacefully surrounded by loved ones, highlighting the choices in dying.
Psilocybin therapy reduced anxiety and depression in patients with advanced cancer, showing promising long-term results. Therapy access is limited in the US but growing.
This post explores the brain’s activity during death, linking it to near-death experiences, and suggests that understanding these processes can improve end-of-life psychological care.
Dr. Marlaine Figueroa Gray advocates for a new, compassionate language around death, emphasizing the importance of legacy, personhood, and meaningful connections in the dying process.
The article discusses democratic discrepancies in the UK regarding Capital Punishment and Assisted Dying laws, highlighting shifts in public opinion and legal challenges faced by supporters of Assisted Dying.
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