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While We're Still Here
Discussing dying and death isn't typically a preferred topic. The thought of bringing it up can feel overwhelming. How do we share with those in our inner circle? The more we acknowledge that 100% of us will die, the more likely we are to share our thoughts about end of life choices. We would share our wishes, fears, and concerns about end of life by starting the conversation with our people. We can work at leaving nothing unsaid with those we love. We can empower others to do the same.
Let's discuss how to live for today knowing that we all will die.
While We're Still Here
What is Palliative Care? Meet George Taylor, M.D.!
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Dr. George J. Taylor is an expert in palliative care medicine. He has written many texts. Our discussion relates to his most recent publication, A Caregiver’s Guide to Palliative Medicine. He explains how we can use medications to achieve pain control, when to start Hospice care, the difference between dependence and addiction, and longevity vs quality of life.
https://www.amazon.com/Caregivers-Guide-Palliative-Medicine/dp/B0GZHX9G9S
Notes:
25:00 Mobic for pain, Tylenol for pain
34:00 Get on Hospice early.
46:00 Aging, Nutrition, treatments to ‘make young people better’.
55:30: Dependence vs addiction and the Other Opioid Crisis.
1:00 The Five Wishes and the importance of the Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare.
You can read critiques written about his book here:
https://www.netgalley.com/catalog/book/857762
Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com
Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com
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Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score.
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