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Author Archives: Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
Palliative Education for Nurses Is on the Rise
Specialty programs are helping them to better serve a growing patient base
Why are more and more nursing schools and universities offering palliative education? Because nursing can be an even tougher job when caring for patients with long-term chronic conditions or through the end of life. And as the need for palliative … Continue reading
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“Many Rivers to Cross” by Jimmy Cliff
A moving and expressive song of hardship and struggle
The grandfather of reggae singer Jimmy Cliff wrote “Many Rivers To Cross” at the mere age of 21, and to this day, it is still considered one of the most soulful songs of his decades-long career. The heartbreaking lyrics relay … Continue reading
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“Two Women Walk Into A Bar” by Cheryl Strayed
A heartwarming book about a relationship brought to life through death
With a book title that alludes to a punchline to follow, “Two Women Walk into a Bar” by Cheryl Strayed is certainly no joking matter. This short, yet poignant, personal story details the author’s strained relationship with her disapproving mother-in-law, … Continue reading
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Evidence Suggests Black Doctors Help Black Patients Live Longer
But are there enough physicians of color to benefit the population?
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that areas with more Black doctors equate to lower mortality rates for patients of color. The study only examines geographic correlation between the two. However, its findings … Continue reading
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Annual Spring Bouquet Sale Benefits Hospice Patients
A florist’s tribute to her father-in-law raises millions
Nearly 40 years ago, Cathy McGovern, a florist in Buffalo, New York, hosted a spring bouquet sale to raise money for a local hospice organization. McGovern initially created the event as a tribute to her father-in-law, who benefitted from hospice … Continue reading
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Racial Disparities in End-of-Life Care: Bridging the Gap Through Education
Interviews with hospice physician Dr. Kaishauna Guidry and nurse educator Marcia Lowe (R.N., Ph.D.) about the pitfalls and their passion to overcome them
Today, SevenPonds sits down with Dr. Kaishauna Guidry, M.D., and Marcia Lowe, R.N., Ph.D., to discuss their perspectives on racial disparities in end-of-life care.
Posted in Professional Advice
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