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The Promise and Hope a New Blood Test Brings as an Alternative to Cancer Biopsies
Researchers across the U.S. are testing out a blood test that could potentially find pieces of cancer DNA in one’s blood
For the most part, cancer biopsies tend to involve surgeons having to operate and remove pieces of wherever the suspicious cells and tissues that could be tumors might reside. According to a recent New York Times article, however, there is … Continue reading
Posted in Science of Us
Tagged Alternative Cancer Treatment, Blood Test for Cancer, Blood Tests, Cancer, DNA, Liquid Biopsy, Oncology, SevenPonds, The Science of Us
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Our Weekly Tip: The Importance of Including Digital Assets into Estate Planning
During the estate planning process, it’s important to remember to include your digital assets
Our Tip of the Week: Estate planning can be an overwhelming process. Oftentimes, we do not know the exact moment when death will approach. Therefore, it is very important to plan the futures for all types of your assets, especially … Continue reading
Funeral Potatoes: Origins and Recipe
My mom's family recipe for the savory side dish
With Mother’s Day around the corner, naturally I’m thinking a lot about my mom and her great Midwestern cooking. It makes me miss being home! Hardy potato dishes are very Midwestern and my mom served our Wisconsin family one we called “hash brown casserole.” … Continue reading
Legendary Bluesman B.B. King Receiving Home Hospice
As he battles multiple health problems, the legendary “King of Blues” announces his receiving at-home hospice care and thanks fans for their support during the difficult period
With a flourishing career since 1949, the 89 year-old “King of Blues” B.B. King announced on his website on Friday May 1st to fans: “I am in home hospice care at my residence in Las Vegas. Thanks to all for … Continue reading
Posted in Something Special
Tagged B.B. King, Home Hospice, Home Hospice Care, Hospice, Hospice Care, King of Blues, Palliative Care, senior care, SevenPonds
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Our Weekly Tip: Find Your Way With a Labyrinth
Labyrinths create a sacred container for end-of-life and memorial ceremonies
Our tip of the week: Labyrinths have been with us for thousands of years. The Reverend Lauren Artress uses labyrinths in ritual, and champions its use as a tool for emotional and spiritual healing in the grieving process. In a … Continue reading
Posted in Practical Tips
Tagged Bereavement, end of life ceremony, end-of-life, Grief, Grieving Process, Labyrinth, Memorial ideas, Practical Tips, SevenPonds, Veriditas
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“Everyone Needs to Eat.”
"I once heard of a man who baffled scientists with his reputed ability to forgo eating for years on end, and well, that man is dead." - Zach Golden
