Caregivers face unique challenges, including the emotional toll of caring for loved ones with dementia. Dr. Elizabeth Landsberg shares her expertise on geriatric medicine, highlighting the importance of proper medication management, pain treatment, and addressing the root causes of agitation. She emphasizes the need for a more holistic approach to elder care, focusing on the individual's overall well-being and quality of life. [... more]

Music therapy brings joy and healing to patients in hospitals, while a remarkable woman named Gracie uses her experience as an amputee to collect and recycle prosthetic limbs, partnering with inmates to help others in need. [... more]

Caregivers often face difficult decisions when caring for loved ones with chronic illnesses or disabilities. Palliative care and hospice care can provide relief from suffering, but the lines between these services and assisted suicide can be blurry. Bioethicist Nancy Valko shares her expertise on the complexities of end-of-life care and the importance of informed decision-making for caregivers. [... more]