Question: I just heard a very dear friend of mine has been “put on Hospice.” What does that mean? Will she have to stay in the hospital forever? Answer: First let me define ‘Hospice.’ This is taken ...

Former President Jimmy Carter has entered hospice care. The former president is 98 years old and has had various health issues in recent years including cancer. Hospice care is a comprehensive ...

Hospice care focuses on quality of life when a person is at the end, emphasizing dignity and comfort during the final stages of life. Hospice can be initiated when a patient is diagnosed with a ...

A new poll reveals large gaps in older adults' knowledge about two types of care that could help them or their loved ones cope with a major illness or the end of life: palliative care and hospice.