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Living With More Than One Health Problem
Making Your Wishes Known
When you have many health problems, serious problems can come up. With them come hard decisions. For example, you might have to decide whether or not to use a Reference ventilator Opens New Window or whether you want to continue treatment.
It's best to be prepared in advance. Write down what treatment you want or don't want, and find someone who can speak up for you in the event that you can't. This will make things easier for both you and your loved ones.
- Learn about Reference advance directives and Reference living wills.
- Find out Reference how to choose someone to speak for you.
- Learn about Reference hospice and Reference care at the end of life.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference August 3, 2011 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Reference Brian D. O'Brien, MD - Internal Medicine |
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