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How to deal with loss of a loved one? Interview with Pediatric Oncology Social Workers

Helping Children and Families Cope with Serious Illness, Loss, and End-of-Life

When a child is diagnosed with a serious illness, a myriad of medical, physical, financial, psychological, and social issues are suddenly thrust on a family. While doctors and nurses are busy at work with medical treatments, these medical social workers stand by to field the psycho-social concerns of patients and their families. Continue reading

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An Interview with Marilyn Reiss-Carradero, Pt. 2

The continuation of our conversation on palliative care in the hospital and end-of-life planning

Liz: As a nurse, what kind of special perspective do you have on end-of-life in the hospital? Marilyn: Once you’re in the hospital, the nurse is going to become your best friend. Because we are so much more intimately involved … Continue reading

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