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We Weren’t Supposed to Get Old: The Unseen Crisis of Aging with HIV
For years, most people saw HIVÂ as a death sentence. No one planned for what would happen if people lived. Now, decades later, thousands...
Oct 9


From Death Sentence to Daily Life: What Almost 40 Years with HIV Looks Like
When Vincent Crisostomo was diagnosed with HIV in 1989, the doctor told him he likely wouldn’t live to see his 30th birthday. He was 28,...
Oct 2


When the Path Isn’t Clear: 6 Lessons from a Parent Raising a Child with Medically Complex Needs
Some parents walk a well-worn path. There are timelines and protocols to follow. But for others, like Dr. Tasha Faruqui, the path...
Sep 18


 What You Should Know About Pediatric Hospice - From a Mom and Pediatrician
Hospice - it’s a word that stops people. Especially when it involves children. It’s a concept that feels too big, too final, and too...
Sep 11


The Truth About Medical Bills - And How to Push Back
An estimated 41%  of adults in the U.S., over 100 million people, are burdened with some form of healthcare debt. That’s not a fringe...
Aug 14


Denied Care? How to Handle a Health Insurance Denial
You open the letter, read the words, and your heart sinks: your claim has been denied. Whether it’s a procedure you expected to be...
Jul 10


Medicare 101: Understanding Your Options & Making Informed Choices
Medicare can feel like a maze—full of choices, deadlines, and fine print that can make anyone’s head spin. Whether you’re approaching 65,...
Mar 27


The Gift of Life: Understanding Stem Cell Donation
Stem cell donation isn’t just a medical procedure—it’s an act of hope, a way to save lives, and a chance to make a difference. For...
Feb 27


Healing at Life's End: How Psychedelics Are Transforming End-of-Life Care
Join Traci Arieli, end-of-life doula and founder of Comforting Closure, and Christine Caldwell, founder of the End-of-Life Psychedelic...
May 2, 2024


Voices for Healing: Exploring the Power of Patient Advocacy
In this episode of Comforting Closure, host Traci Arieli talks with Marian Rouse, founder of Triad Health Advocates, about patient...
Feb 8, 2024


Navigating Medical Aid in Dying: Insight & Advocacy with Karen Morin, RN
Welcome to our latest podcast episode, " Navigating Medical Aid in Dying: Insight & Advocacy with Karen Morin, RN." During this episode,...
Jan 4, 2024
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