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Author Archives: Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
“Because of You” by Tony Bennett
Visiting the late legendary performer's legacy
“Because of You” was Tony Bennett’s first hit song to top the charts in 1951, when he was 25. It was also the last song he would sing before his death on July 21, 2023, at age 96. Bennett devoted … Continue reading
Posted in Expressive Music
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A Unique Stool Designed for Hospice Comfort
Inspired by the death of his mother, Ian Adler designed a functional stool for use at the bedside of the dying
Ian Adler hopes that his Yip Stool will eventually serve a simple, yet profound purpose. While visitors gather around the bedside of an ailing loved one, Ian wants to offer them some comfort — quite literally. Instead of standing, mulling, … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
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California’s “Ryan’s Law” Allows Medical Cannabis Use in Healthcare Facilities
A long-time dedicated nurse offers her perspective on its benefits and future
KJ Page is a registered nurse and board certified in gerontology. She has been caring for the elder population in myriads of roles for more than three decades, currently serving as administrator for Chaparral House, a non-profit skilled eldercare community … Continue reading
Posted in Professional Advice
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The Nudge Unit Prompts Clinicians to Align with Patient Goals
Computer algorithms motivate conversations that lead to better outcomes
A University of Pennsylvania Health System pilot program called, “The Nudge Unit,” is increasing patient-centered conversations to improve their healthcare outcomes. Electronic nudges based on prognosis and strategic goals are sent via text or email to medical staff. These subtle … Continue reading
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“The Big Exit” by Ian Sutton
The surprisingly urgent challenge of handling the remains of a billion boomers
In “The Big Exit,” author Ian Sutton explains why we are so unprepared to bury the bodies of billions of boomers projected to die over the next several decades, while urging us to examine eco-friendlier alternatives. According to Sutton, we … Continue reading
Posted in Lending Insight
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Billionaires Invest in Technologies to Prolong Human Life
Their costly quest for eternal youth may also benefit others
Thanks to medical and scientific advancements, our life expectancy has nearly doubled over the last century in the United States. But it seems the rich aren’t satisfied. They want to live even longer; some, forever. A few billionaires are now … Continue reading
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