by Bridges Palliative Care | Nov 30, 2023 | Uncategorized
Thanksgiving and other holidays are fast upon us-and it’s a great time to talk about things we often delay and put aside, like family health and advance care planning. It’s never too early to put in writing what decisions you would make for your future...
by Bridges Palliative Care | Jun 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
Many people are unfamiliar with palliative care and unaware of its benefits. One consequence of that lack of awareness is the needless suffering that many patients experience as their disease progresses and their quality of life diminishes. The diagnosis of a chronic...
by Bridges Palliative Care | Apr 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
We often ask health care providers: what is your perception of palliative care? Or how have you historically used palliative care? Many times, the answer is in the realm of it has been used for patients who aren’t ready for hospice. If this is you, you are not alone!...
by Bridges Palliative Care | Mar 6, 2023 | Uncategorized
Picture it: you’ve seen your primary care physician; they referred you to a nephrologist to treat a diabetic or kidney issue. Did they mention palliative care and how it can benefit you? The answer is usually no. People living with various kidney diseases, even...
by Bridges Palliative Care | Oct 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
Advance Care Planning. It’s something that impacts everyone, but how many people have meaningful conversations surrounding it? According to a national survey conducted by The Conversation Project, more than 90% of people think it’s important to talk about their loved...
by Bridges Palliative Care | Sep 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
September is Pain Management Awareness Month. At Bridges Palliative Care we are often questioned on the difference between palliative care and pain specialists. How do we know what is a good fit or the right decision? Palliative care specialists are trained in complex...
