Dr. Audrey Chun, MD

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What are the benefits of a palliative care unit in a hospital?

Caring for chronically ill patients in general hospital units is very stressful for physicians,... Full Answer

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Why might people in palliative care be hospitalized for a long time?

Palliative care patients have illnesses that are not easy to treat. They may have symptoms,... Full Answer

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Who provides palliative care?

A variety of professionals may provide compassionate, high-quality palliative care to... Full Answer

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What is palliative care?

Palliative care is medical care focused on maximizing the quality of life for patients and... Full Answer

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How can a social worker help provide palliative care?

Social workers are a valuable source for information on hospital and community resources.... Full Answer

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What is the goal of palliative care?

Palliative care aims to improve quality of life, optimize function, and assist with decision... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of an enlarged prostate?

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also referred to as an enlarged prostate, constricts the... Full Answer

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Are there any risks in taking vitamin D?

The Institute of Medicine (IOM) report cautioned against possible harm that may be done by... Full Answer

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How do people get vitamin D?

Foods that are good natural sources of vitamin D include salmon, herring, mackerel and... Full Answer

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Why are more women affected by arthritis than men?

Arthritis affects more women than men, period: women account for nearly 60% of suffers, with... Full Answer

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What are the health benefits of coconut water?

Coconut water is the clear liquid found inside coconuts, and advocates claim that it possesses... Full Answer

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How should I prepare for a doctor's appointment if I have back pain?

If you see a physician about your back pain, before the appointment try to remember when the... Full Answer

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What are some health problems associated with back pain?

Most back pain, especially pain that is related to strained muscles, clears up by itself after... Full Answer

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How can I help prevent anticholinergic drug side effects?

To help prevent anticholinergic drug side effects:
  • Discuss side effects with your
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What are side effects of anticholinergic drugs?

Older adults are particularly susceptible to anticholinergic side effects and their... Full Answer

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