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Your Legacy: How Values and Meaning Shape Life and Death
health2 days ago

Your Legacy: How Values and Meaning Shape Life and Death

A BBC health feature argues that thinking about the legacy we leave behind can boost mental health and give life more meaning, with legacy categorized into biological, material, and values; examples range from organ and body donation to recording life stories and passing on beliefs. Thinking about legacy early in life may reduce death anxiety, encourage prosocial behavior, and guide choices, while end-of-life activities can ease grief and provide comfort for patients and families.

via BBC|
#death#end-of-life-care#health
Nicole Kidman Pursues Death-Doula Training to Support End-of-Life Care
entertainment1 month ago

Nicole Kidman Pursues Death-Doula Training to Support End-of-Life Care

At a Silk Speaker Series event in San Francisco, Nicole Kidman revealed she is training to become a death doula—a non-medical caregiver who offers emotional, spiritual and practical support for people navigating death—an idea sparked by her mother’s passing in 2024; she notes the need for impartial comfort, a path also pursued by Chloe Zhao.

via Variety|
#chloe-zhao#death-doula#end-of-life-care
Stomach Pain on European Trek Precedes Rapid Pancreatic Cancer Death
health1 month ago

Stomach Pain on European Trek Precedes Rapid Pancreatic Cancer Death

A British couple on the Camino de Santiago experienced worsening stomach pain for husband David, 71; after returning to the UK, he was diagnosed with incurable pancreatic cancer and died about two weeks later, spending 12 days in hospice. His wife, Tacey, is fundraising for St Peter's Hospice through the Tour de Bristol to support end-of-life care.

via Yahoo|
#camino-de-santiago#end-of-life-care#health
Charlie Munger: End-of-Life Chemotherapy Shouldn’t Be About Profit
business2 months ago

Charlie Munger: End-of-Life Chemotherapy Shouldn’t Be About Profit

Berkshire Hathaway vice chair Charlie Munger criticized end-of-life cancer treatment as often pointless, costly, and driven by financial incentives, calling it ‘evil’ and ‘asinine’ to pour chemotherapy into patients who are essentially dead; he argued there’s a point when medicine should stop and contemplated broader U.S. healthcare reform ideas, including single-payer-style approaches, noting the large role of costs in the economy.

via Yahoo|
#berkshire-hathaway#business#charlie-munger
Last Moments, Bright Minds: Terminal Lucidity in Children
health3 months ago

Last Moments, Bright Minds: Terminal Lucidity in Children

Scientists are studying terminal lucidity, brief and unexpected moments of mental clarity near death, now observed in children as well as adults. The article highlights cases where dying kids regain speech, recognize family, and offer reassurance before death, including a documented case of a 3-year-old with liver and pulmonary failure. Estimates suggest 2–6% of dying individuals experience such episodes, though underreporting may inflate the true rate. The research explores overlaps with near-death experiences, potential neurological triggers, and the implications for end-of-life care—such as how caregivers respond and whether medications should be escalated—advocating a normalization of these experiences while recognizing that more study is needed to understand consciousness and brain function.

via Nautilus | Science Connected|
#consciousness#dying-children#end-of-life-care
UK Approves Assisted Dying Amid National Debate
health11 months ago

UK Approves Assisted Dying Amid National Debate

Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced there is no budget for an assisted dying service, despite MPs narrowly supporting the legislation, citing existing NHS financial constraints and concerns over end-of-life care quality. The bill, which aims to give terminally ill adults choice in their death, faces scrutiny in the House of Lords, with opponents calling for stronger safeguards and highlighting potential costs and ethical issues.

via BBC|
#assisted-dying#end-of-life-care#health
What Happens to Your Body During the Dying Process
health-and-wellness1 year ago

What Happens to Your Body During the Dying Process

The article explains that death is a natural bodily process with stages like transition, active dying, and terminal secretions, emphasizing that understanding these stages can reduce fear and improve end-of-life experiences. It highlights the importance of 'death literacy'—knowing what to expect—to help people face death with less anxiety and more acceptance.

via The Guardian|
#death-literacy#death-process#dying-stages
French Parliament Approves Law Legalizing Assisted Dying
world1 year ago

French Parliament Approves Law Legalizing Assisted Dying

French MPs have approved a bill allowing assisted dying for terminally ill patients in the final stages of their illness, with the law now moving to the Senate. The legislation, supported by President Macron, sets conditions for patients experiencing severe, incurable suffering to self-administer or have a medical assistant administer a lethal dose, after a 48-hour waiting period and multiple consultations. The bill has faced opposition from conservatives and religious groups concerned about vulnerable populations and ethical implications, but it marks a significant step towards end-of-life rights in France, aiming to become law by 2027.

via BBC|
#assisted-dying#end-of-life-care#ethical-debate
UK Moves Closer to Legalizing Assisted Dying Amid Calls for Palliative Care Reform
health1 year ago

UK Moves Closer to Legalizing Assisted Dying Amid Calls for Palliative Care Reform

Senior doctors in the UK are urging the government to prioritize fixing the palliative care system before advancing legislation on assisted dying, which recently passed its first parliamentary hurdle. Concerns have been raised that funding for assisted dying could detract from palliative care resources, which are already insufficient. The debate highlights the need for improved end-of-life care, with calls for a government-led commission to address the issue. While some MPs believe assisted dying could enhance palliative care, others worry about potential neglect of vulnerable patients.

via BBC.com|
#assisted-dying#end-of-life-care#health
"How to Ensure You Receive the End-of-Life Care You Desire"
health2 years ago

"How to Ensure You Receive the End-of-Life Care You Desire"

Many people do not receive the end-of-life care they desire due to a lack of communication and understanding about available options like palliative care and hospice. Karen Lutfey Spencer, PhD, shares lessons from her personal experience and research, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's own observations, proactively discussing end-of-life care early, and educating oneself about care options to ensure quality of life and alignment with personal priorities.

via Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper|
#end-of-life-care#health#hospice
"Lonely Americans Spend $3,000 on 'Death Doulas' for End-of-Life Comfort"
health-and-wellness2 years ago

"Lonely Americans Spend $3,000 on 'Death Doulas' for End-of-Life Comfort"

Death doulas, who provide support to terminally ill patients and their families, are increasingly in demand in the U.S. due to gaps in hospice care and the rise of medical aid in dying (MAiD) policies. These doulas offer a range of services, from personal care to emotional support, and can charge up to $3,000. Their role is seen as vital in providing dignity and companionship to those in their final days, especially for those who are alone. The movement is growing, with calls for insurance companies to recognize and reimburse their services.

via Daily Mail|
#death-doulas#end-of-life-care#health-and-wellness