In this section, I’ll post articles about the various people who work in palliative care and resources that may be interesting for the average person, the volunteer, the caregiver, and even the professionals themselves.
Marijke Durning, RN - Writer & Editor
Not Quite a Blog;
Latest News and Thoughts in Palliative Care and Death & Dying
Accepting Palliative Care
Advance Directives
Deciding DNR Status
Finding Palliative Care
Top 10 Myths of Palliative Care
Visiting in Palliative Care - Give the Gift of Your Time
Finding Care
Every country has a different way of offering medical services and this includes palliative and hospice care. This section will cover different countries as I find the information.
For Caregivers:
Find articles and links about ways to help care for your loved one and how to care for yourself.
Physical Issues:
When someone is reaching the end-of-life, there are many physical issues that need to be addressed.
Care for Children at End-of-Life
Children also need palliative care at the end-of-life.
After Death
Family & Friends
Find articles and links for issues that face the family and friends of people who are in palliative care.
The Team
Meet the people who make up the palliative care team. Here, you will find articles for the layperson and the professional.
Palliative Care Around the World
History of Palliative Care
Read about the history of palliative care and the people who made it happen
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