What is a living will?
A living will is a legal document that gives health care providers and/or family members guidance in terms of the type of life-sustaining medical treatment that you wish to receive, or do not wish …
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What is a do not resuscitate (DNR) order?
A do not resuscitate (DNR) order is a legal document that directs your doctor or other health care provider to refrain from providing you with life-sustaining medical treatment in certain …
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How to Deal with Medical Issues
Major health problems can be devastating for families in many ways. If a family member becomes seriously ill, issues such as loss of employment or income, loss of medical insurance, and an inability to pay medical bills all can have a negative impact on the family. Furthermore, the spouse or parent who is caring for an ill family member may experience his or her own issues with …
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How to Make Medical Decisions When You are Unconscious
Most of us worry about what would happen to us if we got sick or hurt and we were not able to make our own medical decisions. We worry about losing control and not being able to communicate our consent to various medical interventions. We worry that our children will not be able to agree on the best course of treatment for us. A living will is designed to help you plan for just such …
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