Rudolph B. 'Rudy' Henning Dec 13, 2008
A special thanks to St. Joseph s Hospice and Comforts of Home in Chippewa Falls and to the 2nd floor palliative care unit at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire. The family is grateful to Jan Martell for going the extra mile. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Obituaries for 12/10/08 (147) Dec 12, 2008
Memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Alamance-Caswell, 914 Chapel Hill Road, Burlington, NC 27215, to the First Baptist Church of Burlington, 400 S. Broad Street, Burlington, NC 27215 or to Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1126 W. Webb Ave., Burlington, NC 27215. The online guest book may be signed at. (Anson Record, NC)
Michael Wenham: 'I don't want the right to die' Dec 11, 2008
" That month I expressed my reservations about assisted dying in our local newsletter, and a neighbour took me kindly but severely to task for wanting to impose my views (based on religious convictions, to which he said I had a right, but which he didn't share) on others. He is an engineer. For him, human beings are sophisticated machines, which, when they wear out should be allowed to choose the time of their own shutdown. I could understand the attraction of such freedom of choice. Let me... (Independent)
TV company defends suicide film Dec 11, 2008
Lady Finlay, a professor of palliative care, said: "This programme is broadcasting something which is very private, which is someone dying and which is illegal in this country. "I think it also perpetuates a myth that, somehow, to have a good death you have to end your own life and that is just completely untrue. " But Mr Ewert's wife, Mary, defended the programme, saying it was about "facing the end of life honestly". The prime minister conceded that the debate involved "very difficult issues".... (BBC News -- UK)
Cancer to Surpass Heart Disease as World's Leading Killer Dec 11, 2008
Cancer treatment in developing nations is out of reach for many people; palliative care is the only therapy offered to more than 80 percent of cancer patients, Boyle said ... "Every cancer patient has the human right to have access to all aspects of supportive and palliative care and the absolute right to die a pain-free death with dignity.". (MEDLINEplus)
TV channel to broadcast assisted suicide Dec 11, 2008
The group said more attention should be paid to palliative care for dying people, rather than assisted dying. It is against the law in the United Kingdom to help someone commit suicide, and it can bring a prison sentence of as long as 14 years. (CNN -- World)
Cancer Projected To Become Leading Cause Of Death Worldwide In 2010 Dec 10, 2008
In addition to increases in cancer incidence and death rates, the report identifies challenges in cancer care, especially in Africa, where pain management and palliative care are very limited because any use of narcotics is prohibited by law in several countries. Sharing the stage were John R. Seffrin, Ph. (Science Daily)
Harriett C. Harrison Dec 10, 2008
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, in loving memory of Harriett Harrison, P.O. Box 1804, Montrose, CO 81402. Visit our Web site, sign the online register and send condolences to Mrs. Harrison s family at. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Bone Marrow-derived Stem Cells May Offer Novel Therapeutic Option For Skin Disorder Dec 9, 2008
There is currently no cure for the disease, and palliative care includes complex bandaging, surgical removal of damaged tissue, and nutritional support. We have been looking into stem cells as viable treatment options for correction of conditions such as epidermolysis bullosa, because they can produce extracellular matrix proteins, said Jakub Tolar, MD, PhD, of the University of Minnesota and lead author of the study. (Science Daily)
Health in brief Dec 9, 2008
Pediatric palliative care. Hospice of the North Shore has been awarded $55,000 from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to develop a pediatric palliative care program ... The pediatric palliative care program will help address the unmet physical, emotional, spiritual or social needs of the child and family, and may include consultation for pain and symptom management, patient or sibling counseling, social services, spiritual care, respite care, emergency services, volunteer support and... (Georgetown Record, MA)
Festive season outings Dec 6, 2008
Broadway is a concert of Christmas favourites aimed at raising funds for the Wesley Hospital Palliative Care Unit. Concert starts at 7pm tomorrow in the Bayside Uniting Church, 420 Wondall Rd, Manly West. (Courier Mail)
NH VA center to add hospice unit, 1st Ld-Writethru Dec 6, 2008
Federal officials approved the hospice and palliative care project this week. It includes $786,00 in federal funding to cover 15 new employees. (Concord Monitor)
Faye L. Cerecke Dec 6, 2008
Memorial donations may be made to Tidewell Hospice and Palliative Care, 1144 Veronica Street, Port Charlotte, Fla. 33952. (The Herald-Palladium)
Double threat: Deadly lung disease also linked to heart attacks Dec 5, 2008
"People with IPF have got a very bad outlook, and we may need to focus on other aspects of their health. The current guidelines are focused on palliative care so that people get oxygen and their symptoms treated, but maybe patients should go on heart prevention treatments right away," Dr. Hubbard said. "Future strategies could include a trial of anti-coagulant therapy in IPF patients," he added. (EurekAlert!)
Govt urged to make Lourdes Hospital funding announcement Dec 5, 2008
5 million redevelopment of the region's only rehabilitation and palliative care hospital. The Minister, John Della Bosca, yesterday told State Parliament he anticipates a positive outcome, but negotiations have to be finalised. (ABC Online)
James R. Sayers Dec 4, 2008
Memorials may be made to Carle Hospice or Palliative Care, or the First United Methodist Church, Urbana. Leave Your Condolences. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Esther Schneider Dec 4, 2008
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be directed to Sacred Heart Hospital Palliative Care Unit, 900 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire, WI 54701 or Eau Claire Humane Society, 3900 Old Town Hall Road, Eau Claire, WI 54701. To express condolences online, please visit obituaries at www. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Patient suicide Dec 3, 2008
VIEWPOINT David Jeffrey Palliative care expert ... But palliative care specialist David Jeffrey says there are grave questions about whether people are being helped to die, when treatment for depression could be a highly successful alternative ... These patients have always had a marked need for control throughout their lives and cannot bear having to depend on others, so palliative care has no appeal for them. (BBC News)
Lonely white male, HIV+ Dec 2, 2008
We remain lepers to those who once made quilts, wrote letters, sat bedside in palliative care facilities and made demands of a sometimes fearful, sometimes compassionate medical community, a mercenary pharmaceutical industry, an often prejudiced clerical community and indifferent politicians. How things have changed. (Globe and Mail)
Samuel C. Kendrick Jr. Dec 2, 2008
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, P. O. Box 1804, Montrose, CO 81402. Advertisement. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Hospice had many helpers this year (3) Dec 2, 2008
Palliative Care helps patients in treatment for life-threatening diseases, and our Bereavement Center helps those who have lost someone dear to them ... Table Sponsors included: Weldon and Sons, Hill and Hill Financial Services, Rosie Colby and Scott A. Davidson of Citi Smith Barney, Thomas and Sons; Carol Denbow of Plain and Simple Books, NW Natural, South Coast Hospice and Palliative Care staff, Mike Gordon CPA, Cardinal Services, Sterling Savings Bank, Baycrest Village, Bay Area Copier,... (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Dr. Marjorie E. Henderson, 64 Dec 2, 2008
The family is very grateful to Dr. Faine Stenhouse and the Riveredge Hospice team; the Rev. Mark Manning (Breckenridge) and the Rev. Jim Shannon (Grand Forks); the staff of the Railways Neighborhood at the St. Francis Nursing Home; the staff of the Palliative Care Unit at MeritCare Hospital in Fargo; and the circle of friends who have surrounded us with their love and kindness. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Flexible support is key to good end of life care Dec 2, 2008
As with any other area of and medicine, treatments and drugs are becoming more costly in palliative care and the financial demands are impossible to meet any longer through jumble sales, bring-and-buys and all the other paraphernalia of traditional ... But we need to move beyond a crude bureaucratic target culture in palliative care, as more generally in the ... There are concerns policymakers may have a hidden agenda to expand the provision of palliative care within the NHS, seeing this as a... (guardian.co.uk)
Obituaries for Monday, Dec. 1, 2008 Dec 1, 2008
Memorials to the church or Family Hospice and Palliative Care c/o the funeral home. Guestbook. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Health glance - 12-1-2008 Dec 1, 2008
RTA Hospice and Palliative Care offers complimentary blood pressure checks every Tuesday at Desert Rose Retirement Residence, 1545 S. 14th Ave., from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.; at La Mariposa Senior Villas, 701 E. 24th St., from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.; and at Emerald Springs Retirement and Assisted Living Community, 1475 S. 46th Ave., from noon to 1 p.m. Blood pressure checks are offered Thursdays at Sunquest Village, 265 E. 24th St., from 8 to 9 a.m. and Catalina Square Apartments, 3000 Catalina Drive,... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Helen Marie Davis Nov 30, 2008
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, in memory of Marie Davis, P. O. Box 1804, Montrose, CO 81402 or Gideons International, in memory of Marie Davis, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214-0800. Arrangements are under the direction of Crippin Funeral Home, 802 E. Main, Montrose, CO (970) 249-2121. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Postcode lottery in care for those approaching death, says NAO Nov 29, 2008
National Audit Office claims huge disparities in palliative care spending between primary care trusts ... The NAO found some primary care trusts spend as little as 154 on specialist palliative care for each person who dies, while others spend 1,684 ... The savings could be invested in improved palliative care. (guardian.co.uk)
Column: Navigating healthcare, including hospice care Nov 28, 2008
For example, many people have misconceptions about hospice care and the differences from palliative care ... However, palliative care can assist patients at any stage of a serious illness ... For more information on hospice or palliative care, contact Hospice of the North Shore at 978-774-7566 or visit www. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
District nurse shortage is blamed for stripping dignity from ... Nov 27, 2008
The money saved could fund better palliative care, including 24-hour district nursing cover to allow people to stay at home ... And there is a massive postcode lottery in how much each primary care trust spends on palliative care, ranging from 154 per death to 1,684 ... Oh and by the way I am a District nurse, working for a PCT that provides 24 hour palliative care. (Daily Mail)
Talking turkey about death Nov 26, 2008
The Hospice & Palliative Care Federation of Massachusetts notched a fourfold increase in the number of pages downloaded from its website then. Today, the organization's leaders say, the website traffic is down to about half that amount. (Boston Globe)
End of life care Nov 26, 2008
The National Audit Office said services were not meeting the needs of people. What is the problem and what are the solutions. (BBC News -- UK)
Tax code fuels London's second blitz Nov 26, 2008
It used to be a short-term job to guard a building between tenants, but now it seems to have become a form of palliative care - keeping a building warm until it becomes another hole in the gap-toothed face of the city. (). (Globe and Mail -- International)
Jeanette Elaine Jetley Nov 26, 2008
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado, P.O. Box 1804, Montrose, CO 81402; or Hope Lutheran Building Fund. Arrangements are under the direction of Crippin Funeral Home, 802 E. Main St., Montrose, CO 81401 (970) 249-2121. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Earl Franklin Engles, Jr., 86 (3) Nov 24, 2008
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 222 S. Church St., # 303 Charlotte, N.C. 28202, or Hospice Palliative Care of Huntersville, 1420 East Seventh St., Charlotte, N.C. 28204. Reader Tributes. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Merle Gene Isom Sr. Nov 23, 2008
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Merle s memory to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado, P.O. Box 24, Delta, Colorado 81416. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Hospice fundraiser brings in $8,000 Nov 23, 2008
The World Link: Hospice fundraiser brings in 8,000. Hospice fundraiser brings in 8,000. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Healthcare costs not a problem during recession with S$42b in reserves Nov 23, 2008
The Jurong General Hospital project will be brought forward and investments will also be made in the long-term care sector in areas such as palliative care. Those retrenched may want to consider career conversion to nursing, and more training courses will be made available for that move. (Channelnewsasia.com)
The Magic of Christmas: Macys Celebrates the Holidays With Communities Across the Country Nov 22, 2008
For $5, anyone can sponsor a light bulb to illuminate the tree; all proceeds go directly to the UCSF Childrens Hospitals palliative care program, which supports families whose children have life-threatening illnesses. There will be musical performances and of course, Santa Claus will lead thousands of holiday revelers in a spirited countdown before throwing the switch to light the tree. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Survival of head and neck cancer patients is greatly affected by coexisting ailments Nov 20, 2008
"Do you start thinking about palliative care? Do you retire to spend more time with family? Do you make changes in your behavior such as exercising more, eating better or quitting smoking?". In the United States, an estimated 35,310 new cases of oral cavity and throat cancer are expected in 2008. (EurekAlert!)
Lung disease diagnosis confusion Nov 19, 2008
The study concluded that staffing in many units was still below that recommended by the RCP. Information given to patients was seriously lacking, and provision of palliative care services was highly variable. In addition, only a minority of units fully audit the services they provide - making it difficult to assess the quality of their COPD care. (BBC News)
Home care offers families support Nov 18, 2008
YKI has run palliative care and hospice home care around Greater Jakarta for over 12 years, with a total 612 patients treated. The four doctors and three nurses working for YKI's hospice home care unit currently serve 12 to 14 patients with cancer in its advanced stage. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Cancer patients unfamiliar with hospice care Nov 18, 2008
Both hospice care and palliative care are still unknown to many cancer survivors and their families ... org, which is sponsored by the Center to Advance Palliative Care (CAPC) of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, hospice care always provides palliative care, which aims to prevent and ease patients' suffering and to offer them and their families the best possible quality of life ... Palliative care may be provided at any time during one's illness, even from the time of diagnosis. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Doctors' Questions About End-of-life Legalities May Result In Patient Pain Nov 17, 2008
16, 2008) When treatment options dwindle or are exhausted, terminally ill-patients often opt for pain management and comfort over life-extending therapies. However, a team of researchers from Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, University of Rochester Medical Center and Unity Health System, report that a lack of thorough understanding about the laws governing end-of-life care may be leaving many medical providers with an ethical dilemma and causing some terminally-ill patients... (Science Daily)
Rubye Wynn Maroney Madden Nov 17, 2008
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Port Lavaca or Palliative Care of Citizens Hospital. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
UCA agencies will not submit for new high care beds Nov 17, 2008
Instead of dividing services into residential and community care, Uniting Aged Care s new service system will focus on six service strands: housing; personal support; nursing and palliative care; lifestyle and recreation; assistive technology; and financial support. Looking at services in terms of residential and community care is not very helpful because it is not a perspective that people hold and it does not reflect their diverse needs, said Ms Batten. (Australian Ageing Agenda)
Loved children's writer loses fight with cancer Nov 16, 2008
Southall, who passed away at the Wantirna palliative care hospice early yesterday after a short battle with cancer, won four Children's Book of the Year Awards during the 1960s and 1970s. He received national and international acclaim for his books including the British Library Association's Carnegie Medal for Josh (1971). (The Age)
Florence Wald, leader in US hospice, dies at 91 Nov 16, 2008
Wald was dean of the Yale University School of Nursing in the 1960s when she updated its curriculum to include a stronger focus on palliative care and comfort for dying patients and their families. Florence Wald, leader in US hospice, dies at 91. (Anchorage Daily News)
Hospice to host Tree of Lights ceremony here on Dec. 4 Nov 15, 2008
An independent, not-for-profit organization, Hospice of the North Shore s programs include adult and pediatric palliative care, and the Center for Grief & Healing which provides support for children and adults who are grieving the loss of a loved one. In 2005, Hospice of the North Shore opened the 12-bed Kaplan Family Hospice House, the first licensed hospice inpatient facility in the commonwealth. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Penalties for pot over the top Nov 15, 2008
November is Hospice, Palliative Care Month ... November is National Hospice/Palliative Care Month, a time to celebrate those who provide hospice and palliative care to those in our community and help raise awareness of quality care at the end of life. (NJ.com -- Times)
Florence S. Wald, American Pioneer in End-of-Life Care, Is Dead at 91 Nov 15, 2008
Florence S. Wald, whose vision of bringing the terminally ill peace of mind and, to whatever extent possible, freedom from pain led to the opening of the first palliative care hospice in the United States, died on Saturday at her home in Branford, Conn. She was 91. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Communication is the key Nov 14, 2008
"The biggest question they have is 'What if I get really sick?.' I tell them we will be there. We are very pro-palliative care. I'm a strong believer in helping the patient be as comfortable as possible." Hospice is a team approach, with Bottjen crediting the patient, family, doctors, nurses, aides, pastoral and spiritual advisors, social workers, volunteers, aides and various therapy providers ... "When faced with a case they can't cure, they have trouble dealing with that. Now students are... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Hospice: its end-of-life care with dignity and less cost Nov 14, 2008
According to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, 32 percent of hospice patients in Massachusetts had a length of stay of only seven days or fewer in hospice care, and nationwide, the median hospice stay was only 26 days ... By Kathy Bliss, RN, is executive director of Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care, and Mark Yurkofsky, MD, is chief of Palliative Care, the Intensive Home Based Program, and Extended Care at Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Health views: A team approach to patient care Nov 14, 2008
Certified in hospice and palliative care with many years of experience, Karen reviews the medical chart and medications. Her compassion and attentive demeanor earn the patient s and his daughter s trust. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Champion of stem-cell registry was writer, teacher, fanzine creator Nov 13, 2008
"My brother was moved from palliative care to the room where he spent many months this past year," Tamu Townsend said. Font. (The Gazette (Montreal))
Terminally ill teen wins the right to die Nov 13, 2008
With the advent of modern medicine has been the idea that people can be treated beyond their natural life, but the concept of palliative care is stronger in the Catholic Church (life after death remember) that in scientific traditionns ... In this case the correct course of action is to respect the lady's wishes and offer her the best possible palliative care so she can live out the rest of her life in peace. (ABC Online)
No Budget funding for Lourdes Hospital Nov 12, 2008
The state's health budget has been maintained, but there is no detail of the $12 million in funding promised earlier this year to redevelop the region's only rehabilitation and palliative care hospital. The managing director of Catholic Healthcare, Chris Rigby, says he is now trying to bring forward a meeting scheduled with the Greater Western Area Health Service for later this month. (ABC Online)
Questions raised over chemotherapy for late-stage cancer Nov 12, 2008
Some of those who died were receiving chemotherapy to try to combat the cancer, but more were given it as palliative care. to reduce the symptoms and give them a better quality of life as it drew to an end. (guardian.co.uk)
Landscape Evolves for Assisted Suicide Nov 11, 2008
In the view of Dr. Timothy E. Quill, director of the palliative care program at the University of Rochester and a leading expert on end-of-life issues, these options have gained acceptance over the past decade ... First and foremost, Dr. Quill and others say, all terminally ill patients should have access to palliative care, both to relieve pain and other symptoms and to provide emotional support to patients and families ... Often delivered as part of hospice, palliative care has come of age in... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Govt confident of positive hospital feedback Nov 9, 2008
He says the hospital has received good feedback, in particular its burns unit, renal services and palliative care. "At this stage we'll have to wait for the report but there are good indications that although there will be recommendations there's a good likelihood that the hospital will continue to meet standards and remain accredited," he said. (ABC Online)
Hoffman graduates, will serve Hospice patients Nov 8, 2008
Founded in 1911, All Care VNA is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified agency offering the services of nurses, home health aids, specialists in geriatrics, oncology, diabetes, physical, occupational and speech therapies, as well as palliative care. All Care also offers All Care resources, its private pay division for flexible in-home services. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Community Relations Director, RN Admission Coord, Social Worker Nov 7, 2008
This individual must communicate effectively with the physicians to attain orders, educate families on palliative care and organizational abilities to coordinate with the Care Team. Excellent documentation and time management skills are required. (The Clarion-Ledger)
2008 Senior Resource Fair Nov 6, 2008
Marshall County Journal. Thursday 6 November, 2008. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Ill kids have right to pick care: MDs Nov 6, 2008
A group representing Canadian pediatricians thinks he may indeed have the right, along with the right to direct his own medical care or choose palliative care instead of an ongoing treatment, such as chemotherapy. In a new position paper published today in the journal Paediatrics and Child Health, the Canadian Paediatric Society has stepped into ethically thorny territory by suggesting that some chronically or terminally ill children deserve the same rights as adults to choose the nature of... (Globe and Mail)
VA steps up with $26M improvement plan Nov 5, 2008
In addition to the Buffalo and Batavia medical centers, the VA has a community living center providing long-term and palliative care and seven outpatient clinics throughout the eight-county region. New programs to address things such as PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder), severe traumatic brain injuries and sexual trauma injuries for women means bringing in different kinds of health professionals, as well. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Photo by TOM MACCALLUM/DAILY JOURNAL The staff at Richmond County Hospice is celebrating November as National Hospice Month. Nov 4, 2008
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization reports that 1. 4 million patients were served by the nation s hospice providers last year. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
