Tag: palliative care
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The Human Crisis in Cancer: A Lancet Commission Calls for a More Humane Care
The Human Crisis in Cancer Care At a pivotal moment in global health, the Lancet Group unveiled the Commission on the Humanization of Cancer Care during the annual AORTIC meeting in Tunisia. This initiative aims to reform the way cancer is treated by centering humanity—empathy, communication, and the patient’s lived experience—alongside cutting-edge medical advances. As…
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The Human Crisis in Cancer: Lancet Oncology Commission Redefines Compassionate Care
Introduction: A Turning Point in Cancer Care The Lancet Group has unveiled a watershed initiative at the annual AORTIC meeting in Tunisia: the Commission on the Humanization of Cancer Care. This bold effort seeks to recenter cancer treatment around the lived experiences of patients and their families, addressing not only clinical outcomes but also the…
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A New Dawn in Cancer Care: Lancet Commission Calls for Humane, Patient-Centered Treatment in Africa
Introduction: A Turning Point in Cancer Care At this year’s AORTIC conference in Tunisia, the Lancet Group unveiled a landmark initiative—the Commission on the Humanization of Cancer Care. This Commission aims to redefine how cancer is treated across Africa and beyond, centering warmth, dignity, and patient autonomy at every step of the journey. The announcement…
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TALK ICU SURVEY: Assessing Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of ICU Communication Across India
Overview of the TALK ICU SURVEY A recent pan-India study examined the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of communication skills among ICU trainees. The TALK ICU SURVEY was designed to capture how future critical care physicians convey daily updates, discuss prognosis, obtain informed consent, and navigate end-of-life care (EOLC). The goal is to identify barriers…
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TTSH and NTU Unite to Train TCM Students in Patient-Centered Palliative Care
Singapore’s hospitals expand integrative care education Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) are launching a pioneering collaboration to train traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) students on real-world patient care. Starting in 2027, final-year NTU students enrolled in the four-year Bachelor of Chinese Medicine program will join junior doctors on clinical rounds at…
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Singapore’s TTSH and NTU Forge Integrative Medicine Partnership to Train TCM Students in Palliative Care
New Collaboration to Integrate Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western Care Singapore is expanding its approach to patient care by bringing together Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in a pioneering collaboration that starts in 2027. Final-year students from NTU’s four-year Bachelor of Chinese Medicine program will join junior doctors on ward…
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The Controversial Case of Assisted Death in Sweden
The Context of Assisted Death in Sweden In recent years, the debate surrounding assisted death has gained momentum in Sweden, raising important ethical questions about the rights of terminally ill patients. A notable case that has brought this issue into sharp focus is that of a 97-year-old man, Rolf, who received assistance in dying from…
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The Controversy of Assisted Death: A Family’s Tragic Decision
The Heart-Wrenching Decision of Assisted Death In October 2024, a tragic incident unfolded in a palliative care unit in Stockholm, highlighting the deep ethical and emotional ramifications surrounding assisted death. Anders, a devoted son, made the heart-wrenching decision to assist his terminally ill father, Rolf, in ending his life, believing he was fulfilling his father’s…
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The Controversial Case of Assisted Dying in Sweden
Introduction The act of assisting someone in dying has always been a contentious topic globally, but it gained renewed attention in Sweden following the distressing case of 97-year-old Rolf and his son Anders. This incident, which occurred in October 2024, raised significant ethical questions about the right to choose when to die, the responsibilities of…
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Impact of Legalized Assisted Dying on Hospice Care
Overview of the Current Situation As discussions surrounding assisted dying gain momentum, hospices across the UK are expressing their concerns about the potential financial impacts. According to a recent report by Hospice UK, approximately 40% of hospices are facing budget cuts this year, which correlates with fears about how legalizing assisted dying could affect their…