Annie Brashem and I explore palliative and hospice care for people with terminal illnesses. We talk about some heavy but important topics. Our main goal with this episode is to highlight the importance of aligning medical care with patients' values and goals, self-compassion, and the need for emotional and logistical support for patients and their families.
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death, dying, and medical aid in dying (formerly known as physician-assisted suicide)
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