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Ian Paterson required to participate in inquiries regarding the deaths of 62 patients

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Ian Paterson required to participate in inquiries regarding the deaths of 62 patients

Paterson needs to provide evidence at the hearings into the deaths of his patients, a coroner has decided, after the disgraced doctor tried to have his witness summons revoked at the last moment. The 66-year-old, who is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for multiple counts of wounding in 2017, was accused of trying to … Read more

Importance of Mindfulness: Caregivers Assisting Parkinson’s Patients in Meditation Practice

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Importance of Mindfulness: Caregivers Assisting Parkinson’s Patients in Meditation Practice

Caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease can be challenging. The symptoms can make life difficult for both the individual with the disease and their caregiver. One thing that can greatly help is practicing mindfulness. But what exactly is mindfulness, and how can caregivers utilize it to improve the well-being of Parkinson’s patients? Mindfulness involves focusing … Read more