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George Clooney was the only cast member of “ER” to become a big screen superstar. (Kevork Djansezian / The Spokesman-Review)
George Clooney was the only cast member of “ER” to become a big screen superstar. (Kevork Djansezian / The Spokesman-Review)

Seems that suffering and pain are no respecter of persons. Recently George Clooney spoke out about his suicidal ideations during the time he was hospitalized and experiencing excruciating pain.  

Health care professionals look at pain management as an essential component of treatment and as a science unto itself. However, science is not perfect. George's story reminds us to pay attention to those around us who suffer all kinds of pain: physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual because you just never know…

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Spokesman-Review features writer Rebecca Nappi, along with writer Catherine Johnston of Olympia, Wash., discuss here issues facing aging boomers, seniors and those experiencing serious illness, dying, death and other forms of loss.