A 28-year-old individual unexpectedly faces end-of-life kidney failure, a stark reminder of how easily important bodily warnings can go unnoticed. Originally featured in Newsweek, this account pushes readers to consider the urgency of caring for their own health.

Mercy Hospice House, an end-of-life care unit at Mercy Hospital, has officially reopened following a five-month closure. Its return to operation was announced in a Monday news release by the facility’s owner, CommonSpirit Health.

Two death doulas in Gallatin County, Montana, are reshaping how families experience the end of life. By providing a compassionate presence and stress-free support, they work alongside hospice services to help people face their final days with dignity.