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Palliative Education for Nurses Is on the Rise
Specialty programs are helping them to better serve a growing patient baseWhy are more and more nursing schools and universities offering palliative education? Because nursing can be an even tougher job when caring for patients with long-term chronic conditions or through the end of life. And as the need for palliative care increases, the additional education is proving to be valuable for the profession.
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“Thank You for Loving Me” Examines Gratitude in Palliative Care
Letters between family members express a range of things to be grateful forIt’s widely understood that maintaining a sense of gratitude benefits patients in palliative care. But a series of letters and interviews in the study “Thank You for Loving Me” has provided greater insight into what gratitude means to patients and relatives, and how it reflects the way they view themselves and others.
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The Tragic Death of Nex Benedict
Controversy surrounds the death of a young, nonbinary Indigenous student in OklahomaNex Benedict, a 16-year-old nonbinary Indigenous student from Owasso, Oklahoma, died on February 8th, 2024, just a day after they were assaulted in a school bathroom. Although the medical examiner’s preliminary report found that their death was likely the result of a lethal combination of two medications and not the injuries sustained in the attack,…
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“Anxiety and Hope in Japanese Art,” on Display at the Met
An exploration of Japanese art around death, suffering and hopeCurrently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the exhibit “Anxiety and Hope in Japanese Art,” offers a unique look at how Japanese art has intertwined grief and suffering with ideas about rebirth. Combining sacred objects from early Japan, medieval painted scrolls, modern woodblock prints, and garments, the exhibit covers a…
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A Good Attitude Might Just be the Key to a Longer Life
Studies show that optimism may actually extend the human lifespanMost people want a longer life. They take supplements, herbs, and engage in special workout routines and diets, but what if it were much more simple? What if you could extend your life simply by having a good attitude?
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“Many Rivers to Cross”
A moving and expressive song of hardship and struggleThe grandfather of reggae singer Jimmy Cliff wrote “Many Rivers To Cross” at the mere age of 21, and to this day, it is still considered one of the most soulful songs of his decades-long career. The heartbreaking lyrics relay much despair and oppression, ultimately giving rise to hope. It is a fitting melody to…
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What Can Menopause in Whales Teach Us About Aging?
Scientists have recently discovered a possible evolutionary purpose for menopauseMenopause has rarely been shown to occur in animals outside the human species – including toothed whales and wild chimpanzees. A new study, published in the journal Nature, suggests that menopause in toothed whales boosts intergenerational help, meaning grandmothers have an ability to care for their offspring’s children without creating competition – and that the…
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Dealing With the Hidden Stress of Being a Funeral Director (Interview)
An interview with Kim Zavrotny, U.S. Director of Funeral Professionals Peer SupportKim Zavrotny has seen a lot of changes in the funeral business in her 32-year career, some of which have made the work more challenging. She’s currently a Senior Funeral Director with McComas Family Funeral Homes in Abingdon, Maryland, a mid-sized business handling around 800 funerals a year. She’s also the U.S. Director of Funeral Professionals…
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“Good Grief”
A film marking Levy’s first departure from comedy, offering valuable insight into the messiness of griefThe opening scene of “Good Grief” aptly sets the stage for Daniel Levy’s directorial film debut, in that it features rich visuals and warm vibes. But the film ultimately lacks the depth we’re left desperately craving by the end of the film. “Good Grief” was written, directed, and produced by Levy, who also stars in…
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