Article: 4 Myths About Advance Directives
In this article, Eric Warm, MD, tackles common misconceptions about advance directives - documents meant to instruct your family and/or significant others (as well as members of the medical establishment) about your care should you become incapable of making decisions on your own. Dr. Warm covers the two most common advance directive options (a Living Will and healthcare power of attorney), explains some of the fine points, and offers workarounds for overcoming common barriers.
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