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UMU Chronic Critical Illness & Long-Term Care: How Teams Support Patients

August 15, 2025

A critical care team of working nurses in the CCU for a patient with chronic critical illness.

Critical care medicine has advanced significantly in recent years, providing patients with access to life-saving interventions and improving outcomes. However, for some individuals, the road to recovery is not immediate,

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Critical Care Teams: Supporting End-of-Life Care

June 27, 2025

An image of a ventilator machine to illustrate pulmonary and critical care concepts.

End-of-life care is one of the most emotional journeys that families and caregivers will experience. Every detail matters as families hope for their loved ones to find comfort and dignity

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