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New York Passes Medical Aid in Dying Act
On February 6, 2026, Governor Hochul signed New York State’s Medical Aid in Dying Act, which will go into effect on August 5, 2026On February 6, 2026, Governor Hochul signed New York State’s Medical Aid in Dying Act, which will go into effect on August 5, 2026. The legislation comes after an extensive […]
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“Twilight of Death,” the “Third State,” and Advances in Postmortem Biology
New research focused on cells that continue to function after an organism “dies” challenges our understanding of deathMedical innovations and interventions have progressed to the point that doctors and scientists are finding it more difficult to conclusively define when we die. Some fascinating recent studies that delve […]
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US Life Expectancy Hits All-Time High
Data recently released by the CDC shows waning death rates, and signs that the upward trend could continue.Life expectancy is a fundamental measure of a population’s health. This statistic acts as a snapshot of the current population’s mortality rates. Derived from sex, race and other characteristics, it […]
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“Over the Rainbow”
Reaching “Over the Rainbow” to process grief and find hope in your journeyAlthough Judy Garland’s role in The Wizard of Oz popularized “Over the Rainbow,” frequently referred to as “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” the song has more depth than meets the […]
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Final Messages of the Dying
Finding meaning in metaphors and symbolic languageJoin SevenPonds each month as Tani Bahti, RN, CT, CHPN, offers practical on-hand guidance to demystify the dying process. As an RN since 1976, Tani has been working to empower families […]
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Our Monthly Tip: Bring Love Into Your Celebration of Life With a Valentine-Inspired Theme
Use symbols of love to create the perfect celebration that honors your loved oneFor many people, February is closely associated with Valentine’s Day, a holiday devoted to love. Love takes many forms, changing and adapting over the course of our lives – and […]
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Amy’s Choice
How My Family Honored My Sister’s Wish to Die at HomeThe following is an account of how my family coped with the death of my sister Amy in our own way by having a home funeral. My sister Amy battled breast cancer for many years. Wanting to aid her in her quest for recovery, I flew to Ireland to secure an alternative cancer treatment for…
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