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A thoughtful exploration of everything about life-limiting illness, dying, and death. Everyone Dies is a nonprofit organization with the goal to educate the public about the processes associated with dying and death, empower regarding options and evidence-based information to help them guide their care, normalize dying, and reinforce that even though everyone dies, first we live, and that every day we are alive is a gift.
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Dementia, aging, and loss can reshape what the holidays means for our families when the people who created our most cherished traditions can no longer lead them. In this episode, learn how to adapt long-held traditions when aging parents move to retirement homes, experience cognitive decline, or are simply no longer able to host the holidays as they once did. Remember, the heart of the holidays isn’t perfection—it’s belonging. https://bit.ly/44yXd8i In this Episode: 00:16 - How Christmas...
Is your combination of medications increasing your fall risk? Learn about the rising epidemic of deaths related to falls, and what you can do for prevention in this episode: https://bit.ly/4q1Epqf Falls are one of the most underestimated health crises facing older adults today—and the numbers are staggering. More than 41,000 Americans over age 65 died from falls in 2023. That’s more than breast cancer, prostate cancer, car crashes, and overdoses combined. And yet, most of us still think of fa...
Nurses are there in our darkest nights, our hardest hours, our miracles and our losses. But who honors nurses at life’s end? In The Last Shift, we share the powerful tribute of a Nurse Honor Guard, who ensure that no nurse’s legacy goes unrecognized, and the story of a nurse who spent nearly five decades in the nursing profession. https://bit.ly/48DcSof In this Episode: 01:59 - An Essay by Ruth, 79, a Nurse For Nearly 50 Years08:18 - Recipe, Pizza and Dip09:23 - "Nurse" - A Pandemic Short Sto...
The Chemo Taste Struggle Is Real! What happens when food stops tasting like food? For many people receiving chemotherapy, one of the most frustrating side effects is that everything tastes wrong. Meals that once brought joy can suddenly taste metallic, bitter, or bland. In this episode, we explore why chemotherapy changes taste and smell, how it impacts nutrition and emotional well-being, and what you can do to find flavor again. From surprising foods that still taste good to creative meal id...
Grief is often described as waves that can crash through our lives like a tsunami. But what if you can learn to float, and eventually swim forward in the midst of that grief? We discuss how in this episode today as we also hear advice to someone grieving a friend, a father who lost a son, and a husband who lost his lifelong love to Alzheimer's. https://bit.ly/48gPjBq #grief #loss #WavesofGrief #MovingForward #coping #healing #HealthPodcast In this Episode: 02:56 - Recipe of the Week: Cinnamon...
When advanced disease becomes a long-term reality, the journey changes. It requires strength, not just to survive, but to grow deeply and find a Vibrant Life in the Face of Metastasis. This week, we talk about the incredible resilience of the human spirit that finds depth, clarity, and life's true priorities when cancer is treated as a chronic illness. https://bit.ly/4nYz15Z #VibrantLife #ChronicCancer #Metastasis #Resilience #HumanSideOfCancer In This Episode: 02:51 - South Dakota - Ho...
Pneumonia kills millions every year, often because people wait too long to get help. Learn why denial can be deadly, how to spot the warning signs early, and what you can do to protect yourself and the people you love. https://bit.ly/43S5ROB In this Episode: 01:40 - Avoiding Falls - Kiss Guitarist Ace Frehley Had a Fatal Fall in His Home03:49 - Road Trip to Wyoming and Cowboy Cookies04:43 - Diane Keaton, Died From Pneumonia, Produced a Documentary Called "Heaven"13:36 - Pneumonia-the Sil...
Have you ever had a dream so vivid it felt like your loved one was really there — even if they’ve been gone for years? Is it grief? Memory? Something deeper? Join us for a grounded, open conversation about life, death, and the strange space in between — because in the end, every day is a gift. https://bit.ly/436rcn8 In this episode of Everyone Dies, we explore the surprising number of people — over half of Americans — who say they’ve connected with a dead family member, whether in dreams...
Have you or a loved one experienced anxiety before, during or after cancer scans? You're not alone! You may feel like cancer takes away your control, but there are some things you can do to make your life better in this challenging time. Listen to learn why it happens, how it affects both patients and families, and what you can do to manage the emotional rollercoaster of uncertainty. https://bit.ly/4o7eAoj In this Episode: 01:56 - Remembering Michael Caine03:29 - Arizona: The Red Ghost a...
Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with a heart disease? Listen and get show notes here: https://bit.ly/47eGuHC Heart disease has been the #1 killer in the United States for more than a century—and most of the time, it’s fueled by lifestyle choices we make every day. In this episode, we break down what really happens inside your heart when plaque builds up, arteries harden, or blood flow gets blocked. You’ll learn how to recognize the early warning signs of coronary ...
Feeling tired, dizzy, or just "off" during cancer treatment? It might not just be the meds - dehydration can seriously affect your recovery. Learn what to watch for and what to do about it. https://bit.ly/4nPAOv0 Why Is Dehydration a Threat for Persons with Cancer? Dehydration isn’t just about feeling thirsty-it can seriously impact your cancer treatment, increase side effects, and even become life-threatening if left unaddressed. In this episode, we break down why people living with ca...
Travel abroad can come with many risks for the unprepared. This episode equips you with knowledge to travel smarter, stay safe, and fully enjoy your adventures. https://bit.ly/3KrxQhs The Risk of Travel Travel opens the door to adventure—but it can also put your life at risk. Compared to staying at home, the potential for illness and death increases with travel, especially when people visit exotic or remote destinations in lower income countries. Each year, U.S. travelers die abroad from prev...
How does cancer stigma affect well-being? Today we dismantle cancer stigma, look past the diagnosis, and celebrate the person. Find hope, healing, and empowerment in this episode: https://bit.ly/4pN58ry In this Episode: 03:17 - Road Trip to Colorado: Frozen Grandpa and Fool's Gold Sandwich07:34 - Busting the Stigma of a Cancer Diagnosis12:14 - What You Can Do If You Feel Stigmatized After Receiving a Cancer Diagnosis20:08 - What Happens When an Air Passenger Dies During the Flight?24:40 - Out...
The survivorship period after treatment is an exciting and often scary phase of the cancer journey. Learn what to expect and how to be proactive in a post-treatment landscape. https://bit.ly/46fByDj From the Moment of Diagnosis Are you living with cancer? From dealing with physical symptoms to managing stress, everyone's cancer journey has challenges. Your cancer story is your own, navigating relationships, family, and sexual health is challenging after a cancer diagnosis. Find expert informa...
Grounding techniques are quick, discreet tools that help you steady your mind, ease the intensity, and stay present…even in the middle of panic, grief, anger, and pain. Do you ever feel like your emotions are running the show? When emotions hit like a tidal wave, grounding techniques are your life raft. Learn three strategies to help you detach from the feelings and regain control. https://bit.ly/464pO6x In This Episode: 01:13 - Film Recommendations: Running on Empty and Defending Your Life0...
Grief is more than just an emotional experience. It rewires the brain, changes how the body functions, and challenges us spiritually. Learn how to transform it with our guest Phil Cohen. https://bit.ly/42j06Zs How Do We Break the Grip of Grief? Phil Cohen returns this week with a chat about how grief impacts the mind, body and spirit and what we can do to help support healing in each. We explored how grief is more than just an emotional experience. It rewires the brain, changes how the body f...
Oral Mucositis is probably the most common, debilitating complication of cancer surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. What is it, why is it common with cancer treatment, and what can you do about it? Stay tuned to find out. https://bit.ly/45XMELA What is Mucositis? Oral mucositis is inflammation in and around your mouth and can be a common symptom with treatment for cancer, including chemotherapy or radiation. Mucositis occurs when cancer treatments break down the rapidly divided cells th...
Can creative expression help you heal? Learn ways it can, and ideas to get you started. Grieving sister and aging pet owner Sarah shares "How to Say Goodbye." https://bit.ly/3Jn388H Why Can Expressing Yourself Creatively Help with Grief? When someone you love dies, the world doesn’t end, even though it feels like it should. When your grief feels too big to carry and too invisible to speak about, there’s something quietly revolutionary about picking up a pen, a paintbrush, a guitar, or a...
Withdrawal of the very people you expect to support you in the cancer journey can sting...learn how to survive and also how to better support a friend with cancer. https://bit.ly/3HkXfbk What is Cancer Ghosting? Cancer ghosting can be defined as friends, family members, colleagues, or spouses behave like a ghost and fade away, often without a discussion, after you have been diagnosed with cancer. People who have had this happen often say that ghosting was one of the most painful parts of...
Loss - especially traumatic loss - can trigger an existential crisis similar to a midlife crisis, but with the added dimension of grief. Our guest Phil Cohen shares his transformative grief journey. https://bit.ly/4lZkdno In this Episode: 00:00 - Intro & Movie Review: Familiar Touch03:48 - Road Trip to Maryland: Ouija Board and Tomato Pie07:33 - Afterlife Crisis - Grief and Transformation10:11 - Phil Cohen: Losing his 14 year old son; transforming devastation into growth, connection ...
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