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In the spirit of Harvey Chochinov’s emphasis on reminding patients they matter, this month’s tip revolves around fostering a deeper connection with patients. Background Harvey [...]

The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (2013) indicates that “hospice palliative care is appropriate for any person and/or family living with or at risk of developing a life-threatening [...]

Providing high quality palliative care to individuals and their loved ones involves all members of the team actively identifying and addressing patient symptoms in a timely manner. All healthcare [...]

Resiliency is defined as “the ability to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties. To be resilient is an important skill that will assist you in triumphing over challenges, whether it is [...]

The Platinum Rule is a concept that emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting others’ preferences, needs, and perspectives, when we interact with them. It goes beyond the [...]

Since the legalization of cannabinoids, the older adult population has shown growth in their use for both medical and recreational purposes. Healthcare providers should be aware of the evolving [...]

Effective communication is one of the foundational concepts that guides hospice palliative care (HPC). This fosters positive outcomes such as addressing individual/family palliative care issues [...]

As palliative healthcare providers, having access to evidence-informed resources is critical for several reasons: Ensuring high-quality care: Evidence-informed resources enable healthcare [...]

The act of breathing (simplified) happens in two simultaneous processes: The brain asks the body to breathe The body, if able, responds to that request by breathing Normally, when there is a [...]

Constipation can be a common occurrence in individuals with life-limiting illnesses and can often be a source of pain or discomfort to those receiving palliative or end-of-life care. Constipation [...]