Whether you bring a dying loved one home or keep vigil at the hospital, you can take measures to provide comfort and relief at the end of life. By Mayo Clinic Staff Caring for a dying loved one isn’t

The Cancer Institute When dealing with advanced cancer, patients have different goals for their care. These goals may change over time. Some patients want to keep trying aggressive treatments. Others decide to choose other paths for care, such as controlling the symptoms of the disease. Decisions

February is American Heart Month, which serves as a time for caregivers to focus on their family’s heart health, especially the health of loved ones who have had a recent heart attack. After a heart attack, caregivers play a tremendous role in helping patients cope with what’s next,

by William McDonald They don’t ask for much – just a good story now and then. Sometimes, a lot of the time, they may not be able to ask, but you can see it in their eyes. Tired eyes that are saying “I

by Michele Lewane, JD For many Americans, providing care for someone with an illness, injury or disability is a job — either paid or unpaid. Millions of Americans work in the caregiving field, in nursing