Does Morphine Hasten Death?
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Q. My mother is 82 and has dementia. Her condition has gotten worse and hospice has been suggested. I have heard that hospice often involves administering morphine to the patient to make them more comfortable. Does morphine hasten death? I want my mother to be comfortable, but I have heard stories about it from friends in similar situations and I’m concerned about making the
wrong decision. Can I indicate in my own Advance Directive whether or not to use morphine if I decide it’s a bad idea for my mother? Thanks for your help!
Critter Corner: Navigating the New Social Norms After Getting Vaccinated
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I am fully vaccinated and am trying to follow the new norms and get used to not wearing a mask or physically distancing myself. I disliked wearing a mask the past year because my glasses would always fog up, so I’m glad not to have to wear one anymore. Many people look at me funny though when I’m not wearing one, even though it’s what the CDC recommends. When do you think
things will fully go back to normal and what are some recommendations for vaccinated people for what’s safe after the vaccine, since not everyone is vaccinated yet?
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