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Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are among the most commonly prescribed medications worldwide. While their short-term efficacy in managing acid-related disorders is well established, their long-term use—especially in older adults and hospice patients—raises important concerns about safety, necessity, and alignment with patient-centered goals of care. As palliative and hospice
In an era where genetic testing is accessible to nearly anyone with an internet connection, palliative care clinicians are increasingly encountering patients—and family members—who are anxious about their APOE4 status. Popular genetic platforms like 23andMe often alert users to their APOE4 allele status, sparking fears that a diagnosis
As the population ages and chronic disease burdens deepen, palliative care and hospice teams are increasingly faced with the intersecting trajectories of metabolic and neurodegenerative disease. Among the most clinically significant—and often overlooked—intersections is the strong association between Type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease. Understanding this
Helping Families Navigate the Complex Terrain of Dementia with Compassion and Clarity “How long do we have?” It’s the question every family asks when dementia becomes part of their reality—and it’s one of the most challenging to answer. For years, many of us in hospice and palliative
