Health News Archives

Dying Feel Abandoned by Docs in the End
Continuity of care, closure important for dying, families and docs, study finds

Rules Change Could Increase Hospice Use
Those who currently want it must give up aggressive treatments, researchers say

Caregiving May Lengthen Life
Taking care of spouse decreases risk of death, study finds

National Scorecard Ranks Palliative Care Across Country
Availability varies widely, and South comes out worst, researchers say

Palliative Care Programs Could Boost Hospitals’ Bottom Line
Better treatment of sickest patients can save more than $300 a day, study says

End-of-Life Choices a Complicated Affair
Study shows family wishes, doctor preferences often enter into decisions

While Hospice Care Is Growing, Not All Have Access
Wealthier, better-educated communities have more facilities offering the end-of-life care, study finds

Cultural Beliefs May Keep Blacks From Hospice Care
Mistrust of medical system helps explain why many shun these services, survey finds

Hospice: An Overlooked Option
The vast majority of Americans forgo valuable end-of-life care

Breaking Down Barriers to End-of-Life Care for Children
Effective communication with doctors and respect for role of parents are key, survey finds