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“The Boy and the Heron” by Hayao Miyazaki:
Studio Ghibli portrays a young boy's grief in a mystical fashion -
Honoring Seniors, Caregivers: Inside the Vision of Carehaus:
Carehaus is revolutionizing senior living with affordable apartments that house caregivers and seniors under one roof -
“In Case You Don’t Live Forever” by Ben Platt:
Melodic ballad honors those who’ve come before us
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Category Archives: Something Special
AI-Generated Scam Obituaries Take Over Google
Imposter obituaries are being created both for the recently deceased and the still living
In January, Deborah Vankin was very much alive when her father reached out, concerned that news was being spread that she had died. The culprit? Fake AI-generated scam obituaries. The L.A.-based journalist Vankin hesitatingly started to read some of the … Continue reading
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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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“Thank You for Loving Me” Examines Gratitude in Palliative Care
Letters between family members express a range of things to be grateful for
It’s widely understood that maintaining a sense of gratitude benefits patients in palliative care. But a series of letters and interviews in the study “Thank You for Loving Me” has provided greater insight into what gratitude means to patients and relatives, … Continue reading
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The Tragic Death of Nex Benedict
Controversy surrounds the death of a young, nonbinary Indigenous student in Oklahoma
Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old nonbinary Indigenous student from Owasso, Oklahoma, died on February 8th, 2024, just a day after they were assaulted in a school bathroom. Although the medical examiner’s preliminary report found that their death was likely the result … Continue reading
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A Good Attitude Might Just be the Key to a Longer Life
Studies show that optimism may actually extend the human lifespan
Most people want a longer life. They take supplements, herbs, and engage in special workout routines and diets, but what if it were much more simple? What if you could extend your life simply by having a good attitude?
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What Can Menopause in Whales Teach Us About Aging?
Scientists have recently discovered a possible evolutionary purpose for menopause
Menopause has rarely been shown to occur in animals outside the human species – including toothed whales and wild chimpanzees. A new study, published in the journal Nature, suggests that menopause in toothed whales boosts intergenerational help, meaning grandmothers have … Continue reading
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