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Assisted Dying: Rethinking Global Policies and Human Rights

Jane, a palliative care nurse, is asked a difficult question by a patient in her care. ‘Why can’t I choose to end my suffering on my own terms?’ This question comes from a man confined to bed by a degenerative disease, with no hope of recovery. Jane knows that legal restrictions prevent her from granting […]

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Health equity

Transformative Impact of Death Education on Future Doctors

In a dimly lit lecture room at Shanxi Medical University, a group of medical students sits in silence. They’ve just completed a session on death education, a crucial yet often overlooked component of their training. The previous doubts, fear, and anxiety tied to the inevitable reality of death linger like a shadow; however, through carefully […]

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Environment

Public Health Implications of Cremation

Cremation has become an increasingly popular method of final disposition worldwide, driven by cultural shifts, space constraints, and economic considerations. However, as cremation rates increase, it is essential to examine the public health implications and environmental consequences of this practice. This blog explores the key health risks and benefits associated with cremation, examines the environmental […]

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Health equity

How Death Trends are Shaping Public Health

The year 2023 marked a pivotal shift in the landscape of public health in the United States. For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the age-adjusted death rate decreased significantly, down 6.1% from 2022. With over 3 million deaths recorded, the new statistics reveal not just numbers but stories that tell […]

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