Dealing with the realities of death is often difficult, but when the conditions are right, making the choice to commit to hospice care can extend patient's lives. St. Louis Today reports:
One study at the University of Michigan showed that cancer patients who chose palliative care that relieved their symptoms lived 39 days more than those who continued to receive aggressive care from their oncologist. A study done by the Kaiser Permanente showed that palliative care not only cost less but improved satisfaction during the dying period.
While it is always the choice of the individual and their loved ones, there are many statistics to support the benefits for patients who enter hospice programs.
Hospice Care Corporation is a nonprofit organization that brings compassion, care and support to individuals and their families transitioning through life-limiting illness while providing outreach, education and expertise in grief support to the entire community. This blog exists to help further understanding of hospice.
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