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Social worker dies from injuries suffered in San Francisco hospital stabbing attack: Police ABC News; by Bill Hutchinson; 12/7/25 A social worker, described by colleagues as "remarkable" and "compassionate," has died from stab wounds she suffered when a patient armed with a steak knife allegedly attacked her inside a San Francisco hospital, according to authorities. The victim, whose name has not been released, was pronounced dead on Saturday, two days after she was stabbed repeatedly inside Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, according to the San Francisco Sheriff's Office. The victim was described by the sheriff's office as a 51-year-old University of California, San Francisco, social worker. 

Women are telling the truth in their out-of-office messages. It’s devastating Marie Claire, New York, NY; 11/25/25 A national campaign is delivering a radically honest wake-up call about childcare, burnout, and what it means to live in a country without paid leave. ... This year, working women across the U.S. hit a breaking point. More than 450,000 have left the workforce since January—one of the sharpest declines in recent history, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. And, overwhelmingly, the women most likely to walk away are mothers with young children. ... Which is why today, some of them are finally saying so out loud. Not in op-eds or protests, but in their out-of-office replies.

Community puts together Christmas parade for 6-year-old in hospice care NBC WSAV-3, Savannah, GA; by Ava Cartes; 11/16/25 A Savannah community came together Saturday evening at a rally behind a little girl and her family. A six-year-old girl from the Willow Point neighborhood in Savannah recently entered hospice care, and after learning the news, her community came out to celebrate Christmas—her favorite holiday. Neighbors organized a display of Christmas lights and even a parade to show their support for the family.

What is healthspan, and how can you extend yours? MSN - Everyday Health; by Sarah Klein; 11/11/25 Many people want to live as long as possible. But what about living as well as possible? Thats the idea behind extending whats called your healthspan. Healthspan is the length of time you live in good health, able to stay active, independent, and mentally sharp while doing the things you enjoy, ... 

Influencer Kaelin Bradshaw's tragic death at age 29 shared by her husband Distractify; by Kelley Schepper; 11/3/25 Searches for Kaelin Bradshaw's cause of death surged after the TikTok creator’s tragic passing. Kaelin had documented her symptoms, diagnosis, and hospice move with unflinching honesty. She died on October 27, 2025, at the age of 29, peacefully and surrounded by family, according to her husband. ... Her last videos back that up with a clear timeline. 

Disney delivers Halloween magic to children’s hospitals The Walt Disney Company; Press Release; 10/31/25 ... For years, Disney has joined with the Starlight Children’s Foundation to deliver not-so-scary Halloween cheer to children’s hospitals. Since 2021, Disney’s donations have reached over 80,000 pediatric patients, according to Starlight. ... These visits are a part of Disney’s wider efforts this Halloween to bring joy to kids facing critical illnesses. Last weekend, for the first time ever, Disney, Make-A-Wish, MrBeast, and YouTube hosted some of the world’s top creators at Disneyland Resort to grant wishes for 40 Make-A-Wish kids at the ultimate Halloween experience. ... At Canuck Place Children’s Hospice in Vancouver, Canada, Disney paid a special visit to the kids there, bringing along costumes, stuffies, and books, and half of those items were shared with the Hospice center’s Abbotsford location.

So you expect to live until age 100? Here are the financial issues you’ll need to address right now NTD; by Brian O'Connell; 10/28/25 Americans are growing used to the notion that they may live to a ripe old age, even as long as 100. According to a new study by Houston-based Corebridge Financial, 50 percent of U.S. adults say they’ll live to 100, and 49 percent say they hope hitting 100 actually happens. ... Living until age 100 brings so-called longevity risk, especially if you live 35 or 40 years after retiring. “That’s why you should focus on three pillars: long-term care planning, dependable lifetime income, and optimized Social Security,” Yehuda Tropper, CEO of Beca Life Settlements, a viatical & life settlement company, told NTD.

Mentorship, military legacy, and making a difference with Susan Combs Advisor Today; podcast with Susan Combs; 10/25/25 Susan Combs is the Founder of Pancakes for Roger, a nonprofit that honors veterans and amplifies their stories through a grassroots “pancakes” movement. She created it after her father, a Major General, asked for pancakes while on hospice, inspiring a campaign, book, and advocacy project.Editor's Note: Though Veteran's Day is only two weeks away, you have time to implement Susan's amazing "Pancakes for Roger" for the veterans you serve, via their annual national (and international) campaigns each February. Explore more information. 

From her hospice bed, Sister Grace Miller watches her new homeless shelter come to life WXXI News NPR, Rochester, NY; by Gino Fanelli; 10/15/25  The last mission of Sister Grace Miller is set to come to life through a partnership with the Open Door Mission. La Madonna Della Strada, or “The Lady of the Streets,” will operate a new low-barrier overnight shelter for men on West Main Street. The shelter has capacity for up to 25 people. Folding cots dot the floor of the space in a grid, and the space also includes a full kitchen and bathrooms. The building’s signage reads “Sister Grace’s Homeless Shelter.” Miller, who currently is in hospice care, first announced plans to launch a new shelter in 2023 ... 

More than 45,000 Kaiser Permanente workers strike in 4 states Modern Healthcare; by Hayley DeSilva; 10/14/25 An estimated 46,000 Kaiser Permanente staff members began a five-day strike Tuesday across multiple states over staffing, pay and benefit concerns. Employees on strike include registered nurses, lab professionals, pharmacists and other skilled healthcare workers from 23 different unions, a spokesperson for Kaiser Permanente said. The unions are part of the Alliance of Health Care Unions, which represents an estimated 62,000 Kaiser employees. ... "[They] are demanding significantly higher increases than our 21.5% offer,“ the Kaiser spokesperson said.

Master gardeners in New Hampshire cultivate community and connection ABC WMUR-9, Auburn, NH; by Erin Fehlau and Mary-Paige Provost; 9/26/25 On Thursday mornings at the New Hampshire Audubon's Massabesic Center in Auburn, dozens of volunteers from the University of New Hampshire Extension's Master Gardener Program can be found getting their hands dirty, welcoming visitors and sharing their gardening knowledge. ... One way master gardeners give back is by volunteering at therapy gardens, such as the Community Hospice House in Merrimack. ... "The house has been designed so that every room has a private patio, and the patients can be outside. The idea is to bring life into the rooms and honor the life cycle," master gardener Jean Abramson said. 

Conquering imposter syndrome with Maureen Zappala Teleios Collaborative Network (TCN); pod/videocast hosted by Chris Comeaux with Maureen Zappala; 9/24/25 Ever feel one mistake away from being “found out”?  You’re not alone.  Former NASA propulsion engineer Maureen Zappala shares how imposter syndrome secretly affects high performers and provides practical strategies to overcome self-doubt that holds us back from our full potential. Maureen shares her journey from melting equipment at NASA’s jet engine test facility to becoming the first female and youngest manager of its Propulsion Systems Lab.  Despite her impressive credentials, she constantly questioned her worth, even believing she was hired only because she was a woman. What makes this episode particularly valuable is Maureen's practical framework for tackling imposter syndrome.  She outlines five powerful strategies that begin with recognizing the symptoms and culminate in connecting with your deeper purpose.

UnitedHealth Group in the headlines: 10 updates Becker's Payer Issues; by Andrew Cass; 9/19/25 From a judge denying a bid to limit discovery in an AI denial case to boosting lobbying efforts, here are 10 headlines about UnitedHealth Group and its subsidiaries that Becker’s has reported on since Sept. 5: ...