Planning for a good death and a living will
The author recalls a brother's blunt view of a good life and death, then reflects on his mother's dementia and the need for living wills. Two thirds of Americans lack such directives, and many die in hospitals or nursing homes, prompting discussion of end of life wishes and choices for dementia patients.
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Katy Butler
CarolinaEast hosts free Alzheimer education program
Sun Journal reports CarolinaEast Health System and the Alzheimer Association Eastern NC Chapter present a free program titled Mapping the Maze on June 27 at 3 00 p.m. in the CarolinaEast Medical Center Auditorium New Bern. Caregivers and those affected by Alzheimer’s and Dementia can register by calling 252-633-8154 or visiting the hospital calendar. Light refreshments provided.
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Insulin trip shows Americans cross border for cheaper drugs
A Minnesota mother leads a caravan to Ontario to buy insulin at a fraction of U.S. prices, joining diabetics who say costs force rationing and cross-border trips. They plan another run via Wisconsin and Ontario to spotlight prescription drug prices.
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Quinn Nystrom
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Health Care Cost Institute
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