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Last Days of Life
Recent Articles
Article categories24th October 2024
What to expect when someone close to you is in their final days
Information for carers about the process of dying
16th October 2024
Mouth care: Information for patients and carers
An overview of good mouth care and how to manage common problems
29th June 2024
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): Information for patients and carers
It is essential for people in the palliative phase of illness to discuss CPR so that their wishes can be understood
15th February 2024
Anticipatory Prescribing: information for patients and carers
Understanding the injections that you have been asked to keep at home. Advice from a senior palliative physician
Expert Advice
11th January 2024
Agitation and Restlessness in the Final Days: Information for patients and carers
Confusion, restlessness and agitation are common distressing symptoms at the end of life
27th June 2023
What families need to do when someone dies
Information for families on what to do after death, legalities and next steps
27th February 2023
Caring at home - practical tips
A range of short videos and invaluable practical tips for families caring at home towards the end of life