Why National Health Care Decision Day Matters

Why National Health Care Decision Day Matters

The U.S. was debating the merits of the Affordable Care and Patient Protection Act in 2009 when, in the heat of debate, then Governor Sarah Palin proclaimed that the Democrat health care expansion plan would create “death panels.” ACA Section 1233 on “Advance Care...
How Advanced Directives Ease Family Burdens

How Advanced Directives Ease Family Burdens

Over 60% of all U.S. deaths are due to either heart disease, cancer, diabetes or chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder. In addition, more than 40% of Medicare enrollees over 65 years of age face physical or cognitive challenges. As each of us gets older, two truths...