ATLANTA — It’s hard to talk about dying, but it’s one of life’s inevitable moments. Hospice care is about dignity, pain management and helping people with chronic or terminal illnesses live their ...

When you hear the word hospice, what comes to mind? There are plenty of myths and misconceptions when it comes to hospice care. Dr. Michael Dozeman, a hospice and palliative medicine physician with ...

Nearly 1.6 million people are in hospice care in the United States. Here are some common myths about hospice, followed by the facts. In order to enter hospice treatment, a patient must first be ...

It’s estimated that in the past year in the United States, 1.72 million individuals have received hospice care. As many of us are aware, that number includes former President Jimmy Carter and his wife ...

Guest columnist Dr. Laura Godinez, M.D., is an associate medical director for Hospice of the Western Reserve. In an era in which misconceptions about hospice care persist, it’s crucial to set the ...

From 6th to 12th October, Hospice Care Week carries the powerful message: “Hospice care is more than you think.” Overgate ...

Roughly 55% of Americans eligible for hospice care don’t utilize available services, creating a disconnect potentially held by long-term stigmas and myths. FOX 9’s All Day spoke with Dr. Andrew Mayo ...

Death is a part of life, but decisions surrounding death often can be difficult. Hospice, which is for patients who are in the last phases of their incurable disease, is one option. Every year, about ...

Myth #1 Hospice is a place. Hospice care takes place wherever the need exists—usually in the patient's home. About 80% of hospice care takes place in the home. Services can also be delivered in a ...