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Human Fraternity – “Fellow Travelers, Sharing the Same Flesh”
Human Fraternity – “Fellow Travelers, Sharing the Same Flesh” – Dr. Odette Spruijt, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia February 4th was the International Day of Human Fraternity. This day was first established by the United Nations General Assembly on December 21st, 2020, (resolution 75/200) as a way to promote greater cultural and religious tolerance. It was inspired by the historic meeting between His Holiness Pope Francis and His Eminence the Grand Imam…
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Applications invited for the ‘Masterclass – ImPaCT NephroCare’
Applications invited for the ‘Masterclass – ImPaCT NephroCare’, organised by the Academy of Palliative Medicine The Masterclass – ImPaCT NephroCare, is a free Certificate Course launched by the Academy of Palliative Medicine and endorsed jointly by the Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC), and Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN). This program offers a set of ‘Immersive Palliative Care Training modules’, to activate the holistic care of patients and their families facing concerns related to…
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Scholarships available for The Cardiff University MSc in Palliative Medicine for Healthcare Professionals
Scholarships available for The Cardiff University MSc in Palliative Medicine for Healthcare Professionals Applications are invited for the September 2023 batch of the Cardiff University MSc in Palliative Medicine for Healthcare Professionals. Applicants have a chance to grab the 9 Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships that have been awarded for this year. These scholarships have been awarded jointly by The Cardiff University and The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission. This multidisciplinary programme is designed for healthcare professionals…
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IAPC Academy Online Training Program: Series 6 – Lecture 16
IAPC Academy Lecture Series 6 Lecture Number: 16 Lecture Date: 13th February, 2023 Topic: Physiology of dying and management of an actively dying patient Speaker: Dr. Dhanashri Kudal Moderator: Dr. Prajakta Bhagat The IAPC Academy’s Online Lecture Series are delivered every Monday between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m., via Zoom. Those interested to participate in the sessions, are requested to drop us an email at academyiapc@gmail.com along with your name, designation,…
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IAPC Academy Online Training Program: Series 6 – Lecture 15
IAPC Academy Lecture Series 6 Lecture Number: 15 Lecture Date: 6th February, 2023 Topic: Non pharmacological interventions for pain relief in cancer patients Speaker: Dr. Bhanu Pratap Maurya Moderator: Dr. Sachidanand Jee Bharati The IAPC Academy’s Online Lecture Series are delivered every Monday between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m., via Zoom. Those interested to participate in the sessions, are requested to drop us an email at academyiapc@gmail.com along with your name,…
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The Supreme Court of India eases the process for Advance Medical Directives (Living Will) and withdrawal of life support treatment!
The Supreme Court of India eases the process for Advance Medical Directives (Living Will) and withdrawal of life support treatment! A Constitutional Bench of the Supreme Court headed by Justice K M Joseph has passed orders to making suitable amendments to the previous procedure regarding making an advance medical directive and withholding and withdrawing of life support treatment. This landmark judgement is set to be a game changer in the practice…
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IAPC Academy Online Training Program: Series 6 – Lecture 14
IAPC Academy Lecture Series 6 Lecture Number: 14 Lecture Date: 30th January, 2023 Topic: Insomnia in palliative care Speaker: Dr. Anukriti Pareek Moderator: Dr. Nipun Lamba The IAPC Academy’s Online Lecture Series are delivered every Monday between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m., via Zoom. Those interested to participate in the sessions, are requested to drop us an email at academyiapc@gmail.com along with your name, designation, affiliation, contact number and an expression…
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IAPC Academy Online Training Program: Series 6 – Lecture 13
IAPC Academy Lecture Series 6 Lecture Number: 13 Lecture Date: 23rd January, 2023 Topic: Tumour Lysis Syndrome Speaker: Dr. Lekha Vijaykumar Raval Moderator: Dr. Mayur Ghoghari The IAPC Academy’s Online Lecture Series are delivered every Monday between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m., via Zoom. Those interested to participate in the sessions, are requested to drop us an email at academyiapc@gmail.com along with your name, designation, affiliation, contact number and an expression…
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My Experience with ‘The Platinum Rule’
My Experience with ‘The Platinum Rule’ – Dr. Seema Rao, Bengaluru Nina (name changed) was a feisty 68-year-old lady with metastatic leiomyosarcoma of the uterus. For 16 years, she underwent multiple surgeries followed by sessions of chemotherapy and radiotherapy to get the disease under control. With all disease-directed therapy exhausted, Nina was advised comfort care. When she came to the hospice, she was bed-bound and writhing in pain. Once we…
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A few reflections from my diary
A few reflections from my diary – Dr. Gayatri Palat, Hyderabad As the ‘International Day of Women in Multilateralism’ celebrates the role played by women in the promotion of human rights, peace and sustainable development within the multilateral system, I salute the women in the world of palliative care who are increasingly holding key decision-making positions to shape and implement the multilateral agendas in palliative care. Each of you bring…
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Let me live, before the last evening of my life…
Let me live, before the last evening of my life… – Dr. Arkanil Gain, New Delhi People say that Human life is one of nature’s most beautiful creations. From inception, we have run through miles after miles and traverse endless dimensions of space and time, to make a mark on this earth, and, to make our lives more and more polished and luxurious with the magical touch of ever-evolving technology.…
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Impact of Palliative Care on the Spirituality of the Healthcare Provider
Impact of Palliative Care on the Spirituality of the Healthcare Provider – Ms Sarada Lingaraju, Hyderabad Working in a palliative care centre or an end-of-life care centre is often viewed as a very ‘special kind of work’ by the society. Though many ‘choose’ to work in this field for ‘a career’, the community often interprets this ‘career option’ as ‘divine’ or ‘noble’ work. Another common perception is the expectation for…
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