Doctors are under immense pressure to never miss a serious illness, but it is not realistic to assume they will never make a mistake. With a shortage of GPs, the weight of responsibility on doctors is even greater, and the pressure to perform perfectly is harmful.
The speaker recounts their personal experience with their loved one's battle with pancreatic cancer, emphasizing the transformative growth that occurred during this difficult time and the importance of living without fear.
Cancer patients who coped well with their diagnosis often wish they had made quality of life a priority earlier. They say seeing the finish line changed how they live.
The speaker reflects on their personal experiences, including grief and loss, while discussing the role of a journalist in "afflicting the comfortable."
A pediatric chemo nurse shares her experiences of caring for children on palliative care and hospice, and wonders if it's a common occurrence or just a rare coincidence.
People who work in hospice and palliative care acknowledge their own mortality, which may make others feel uneasy. However, they find that paying attention to the end of life process is a nurturing experience.