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Ep. 10 - Being Mortal | Atul Gawande


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Our medical system is a blessing and a curse. In 2018, you can walk into the hospital with nearly any ailment and have a good chance of getting some help. But that also means our elderly are looking for the same kind of miracle...yet what they receive is pain and torment. This podcast is about understanding the nuances of death. When is it best to ignore treatment so that you can enjoy your life? Are nursing homes the best place to spend your later years? Dying is hard enough. It shouldn't be confusing too.
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