

A Life of Death
To some people, contemplation of our life journey is viewed as an existential crisis. To others it allows for application of practical wisdom.
To some people, contemplation of our life journey is viewed as an existential crisis. To others it allows for application of practical wisdom.
A consequence of smoking or drug abuse is dramatically altered diet, which can lead to irregular eating with poor nutrition.
There are several ways to handle cremated remains. A mortuary may dispose of them, ashes can be kept within an urn at a home, a crypt, or scattered at sea.
How do professional caregivers know when a patient is transitioning to death? Pre-active and active phases of death become apparent prior to the inevitable.
If doctors could predict Alzheimer’s Disease years before onset with better than 90 percent accuracy, would you want to know if you have markers? How would this change your life?
Patients can become demanding with little motivation for self-sufficiency. Read how a prospective caregiver underestimates the task.
Some people boast about out-of-body experiences while others fear them. Just what are they and why do some people strive to induce them? Are they an indication of health issues?
While many patient expectations can be unreasonable, others are practical. This hyperbolic, insightful and sobering patient-perspective was published on KevinMD website.
Fresh explanation of Dead Mother Complex reveals why displaying affection may be more complex than you think. This might be the root of familial dysfunction. Use discretion on emotional content.
Triggered by seemingly insignificant events, memories of friends and relatives no longer with us enter my mind. Are such sympathetic reactions to death excised from physicians during med school?
Dozens of contributors, including medical professionals, have either written or reviewed articles. Site owner is not responsible for errors or omissions. This information does not constitute professional medical care or legal advice. Discuss personal concerns with your doctor or legal advisor.