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'You need to talk to sick loved ones about their dying wishes now' urges top doctor
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A doctor with expertise in palliative care has urged Brits to talk to vulnerable loved ones about their dying wishes as the coronavirus pandemic continues.
Kathryn Mannix, who has spent her career working with people who have incurable illnesses, said she was asked a question about the best ways to care for those diagnosed with Covid-19.
But she said it would vary on the initial health of the relative and admitted those with underling conditions are more likely to die from the virus than those in healthier states anyway.
Many of those infected have been put on ventilators but, with the NHS stretched and struggling to find available machines, Dr Mannix suggested some patients may be better off without ventilation. “If the ICU consultant
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