Is palliative care the same as end-of-life care?
No. End-of-life care is an important part of palliative care provision and usually commences when a person is in their last year of life, whereas palliative care is much broader and can last for longer. End-of-life care offers treatment and support for people who are near the end of their life to ensure their comfort and dignity. e aim is to allow someone to be as comfortable as possible in the time that they have left and making sure their preferences or wishes are respected as part of the care that they receive.
Palliative and end-of-life care also includes supporting your family, carers and those who are important to you.
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