Governor proclaims Wednesday as day to 'Talk about death'

Gov. Kenny C. Guinn has proclaimed Wednesday as "It's OK to Talk About Death Day."

This observance will recognize the importance of talking about and planning for a good death and to remind all Nevadans of their ability and responsibility to transform death into a subject openly discussed by all.

A free educational program will be presented at the Carson City Library at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday by the Nevada Center for Ethics and Health Policy in partnership with KNPB Channel 5, the State of Nevada Division of Aging Services, Nevada State Library & Archives and the Senior Citizen's Law School, Inc.

A team of professionals, including volunteer lawyers and health care providers will be available to represent the seminar on Advance Health Care Directives and to assist attendees in signing a "Declaration to Your Physician." Guests must be 18 years of age or older to complete advance care planning documents.

Call 327-2309.