A study in the Canadian Medical Association Journal reveals that many older adults receiving home care do not receive palliative care before death, suggesting a need to improve identification of those who require it.

A new study in the Canadian Medical Association Journal finds that many older adults receiving home care do not receive any palliative home care before death, suggesting a need for improved methods to identify those who require this support. Palliative care can lead to a more positive end-of-life experience, including better quality of life, less anxiety, better pain and symptom management, and potentially less aggressive care at the end of life.

February 25, 2024
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