Blog

This is my blog where I write about caregiving, medical decision making, women’s health/wellness, shared medical decisions, end-of-life care, and palliative care.

  • Flying Over 60

    Flying Over 60

    Susan W. travels alone to Madagascar frequently. She feels passionate about the disappearing ecosystem and wants to take as much in while she can. Susan is 77 years old. ⚠️ You need to sign into — or first create — an account to read articles or comment.

  • Chemotherapy While Single

    Chemotherapy While Single

    Rebecca is a youthful and athletic 57. Although she’s been single for a while, she didn’t think much about it until last spring when she got the unwelcome news that she had Stage 3 breast cancer and would have to endure a five month course of chemotherapy. ⚠️ You need to sign into — or…

  • The Big No Go

    The Big No Go

    Bowel movements are one of the body’s most essential yet complex functions. ⚠️ You need to sign into — or first create — an account to read articles or comment.