Patient Story
107 years young
Hospice patient shares the secret to living a long and happy life.
Even while his body grows weaker from Parkinson’s disease, Daniel McCarthy’s spirit remains strong.
Advance directives can restore a sense of control for patients amid their final days.
Most rely on family members to provide that support.
Just 3 out of 10 accurately understood what their loved one wanted.
Findings could help families prepare and aid in end-of-life care choices.
Study finds significant increase in symptoms, despite efforts to improve end-of-life care.