Patients want to talk about life expectancy

NEW YORK

A new study says most elderly patients want their doctors to tell them their life expectancy, but very few actually have that discussion.

Out of 60 patients interviewed, researchers at San Francisco VA Medical Center say only one talked about it with a doctor.

Most patients say they want to prepare for death and make the most of their remaining time.

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