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Dying to Know
Death is a certainty – one that no one can escape. But for many in modern America, it’s a taboo topic, one far removed from our everyday lives until we’re faced head-on with loss. Take a peek behind the curtain as we explore our relationship with death, meet the people who help us navigate the end of life, and...
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This Gen-Z mortician is on a mission to demystify death
“Aren’t you scared?” 24-year-old Jasmine Berrios gets a lot of questions about her work as a funeral director and embalmer– her answers may surprise you.
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These doulas are challenging what death should look like: ‘There's no right way to die'
Americans are generally familiar with the work of birth doulas, people who provide support during childbirth. But a growing number of families are finding solace in doulas to help through the end of life, as well.
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NJ COVID grievers left years searching for answers after FEMA funeral assistance frustration
Families who have lost a member to COVID-19 are grappling with mixed emotions after suffering the death of a loved one, who they believe died of coronavirus complications, with death certificates saying their passing came from another cause. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) launched a COVID-19 Funeral Assistance program in April 2021 to cover the funeral expenses incurred after Jan....
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NJ COVID grievers left years searching for answers after FEMA funeral assistance frustration
Families who have lost a member to COVID-19 are grappling with mixed emotions after suffering the death of a loved one who they believe died of coronavirus complications, with death certificates saying their passing came from another cause. NBC New York’s Linda Gaudino reports.
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A funeral home in El Salvador offers pink coffins with Barbie linings
A funeral home in El Salvador is taking Barbie mania to the next level, offering pink coffins with Barbie linings.