We offer a free on-demand webinar all about how to manage #anxiety & #depression when living w/ an illness.
It's helpful for loved ones, in addition to the patient. We encourage you to check it out and share.
https://t.co/MtTAD1tTGW
"For patients with #kidneycancer, understanding how palliative care can help is essential throughout the treatment process."
#PalliativeCare in Kidney Cancer More Than Just Relieving Symptoms
https://t.co/JHTZglhJfu
2024 marks 10 years since the World Health Assembly (WHO’s Governing Body) passed the only stand-alone resolution on #PalliativeCare, calling for all countries to “strengthen palliative care as a component of comprehensive care throughout the life course.” #WHPCDay24#HaPC#HPM
A Quality Life: After Diagnosis
Here are the facts about the 5 ways #PalliativeCare can support you at diagnosis (along with a podcast with more information)
Remember ... palliative care is appropriate at ANY stage of an illness.
https://t.co/w12YsERHfs
March is #NationalSocialWorkMonth, a time to recognize and celebrate the invaluable work social workers do each day. In hospice and palliative care, social workers are an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, helping ensure quality, holistic care for all eligible patients who choose to receive it.
It’s time!
#Palliative care is the foundation of healthcare.
It shouldn’t be reduced to a label, a point in time, a diagnosis, end of life, a specialty.
It is an approach, a philosophy and a unique blend of skills.
It ensures that a #Patient is seen as unique.
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How do I know when to ask for #PalliativeCare? Then what ...?
Get your answers to this and more in our brand new GPC Blog -> https://t.co/XtMavJgcNc
People who set personal goals during their time off — such as seeing friends, pursuing a hobby, or even organizing a closet — report being happier than those who don't. https://t.co/uO1eMWhHog
End of life care will improve when we address problems upstream;
1. Toxic positivity
2. The illusion of chronic disease when really many are progressive & life-limiting
3. Assuming doctor knows best
4. Ignoring the known illness roadmap
5. Overlooking the family.
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