Conversations today to empower tomorrow: VITAS Healthcare elevates National Healthcare Decisions Day

04/10/25 at 02:00 AM

Conversations today to empower tomorrow: VITAS Healthcare elevates National Healthcare Decisions Day 
VITAS Healthcare; Press Release; 4/7/25 
Only one in three adults in the United States have a written advance directive, a document critical in providing guidance to medical teams regarding one’s end-of-life wishes. As a pioneer and national leader in hospice and palliative care, VITAS Healthcare advocates for National Healthcare Decisions Day (April 16) and advance care planning––regardless of a person’s age or health status....  On April 16, VITAS will host a free webinar, Advance Directives and Advanced Care Planning, exploring the history, application and types of advance directives. VITAS Regional Medical Director Heather Veeder, MD, will provide practical advice to help healthcare professionals engage in difficult but necessary conversations with patients and families/caregivers. [Continue reading ...]

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