Health News Archives

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

End-of-Life Hospice Care Underused
Many of the dying gain access too late or not at all, experts say

Hospitals Embrace the Hospice Model
The goal: Make the prospect of death as natural and comfortable as possible

Many Elderly Not Aware of Hospice Value
Providing information can ease end-of-life experience, study finds

Talking Together Brings Comfort to Terminally Ill
Innovative group sessions may fill much-needed gap in care