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Withdrawal of Life Support Treatments: Salient Points of Supreme Court Judgment on 11th March 2026
Withdrawal of Life Support Treatments: Salient Points of Supreme Court Judgment on 11th March 2026 The decision of Supreme Court on 11 March 2026 in the case of Harish Rana Vs Union of India and others allowing the withdrawal of Life Support Treatments highlight the evolving understanding of the right to life and right to die with dignity under the Constitution. By applying the guidelines laid down in earlier judgments…
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The First Case of Withdrawal/Withholding of Life Support in India
The First Case of Withdrawal/Withholding of Life Support in India A First-Hand Report by Dr Savita Butola for the Advance Care Planning- India (ACP-I) Team A Peaceful Passing Finally, Mr Harish Rana passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family members, at the Palliative Care Department, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, at 4:10 p.m. on 24th March 2026, marking the first case of implementation of India’s…
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From Jodhpur to Barmer: Bridging Care with Compassion
From Jodhpur to Barmer: Bridging Care with Compassion – Mr Jagdish Prajapati, Jodhpur Mrs. Jyoti Devi (name changed), a 47-year-old woman, was diagnosed with carcinoma cervix in 2023. She first visited AIIMS Jodhpur, Rajasthan, on 20th December 2023, where she received treatment in the Departments of Radiotherapy and Surgical Oncology. During the course of her illness, she was introduced to palliative care services. She visited the Palliative Care OPD on…
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Against All Odds: A Child’s Journey to Safe and Dignified Care
Against All Odds: A Child’s Journey to Safe and Dignified Care – The Team PRPCS, Hyderabad Uday (name changed) was born into a financially challenged family, bringing with him hopes and dreams, as the birth of any first child so often does. However, these hopes were soon tested when he was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, a severe neurological condition. In their search for answers, his parents attributed the condition to…
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3.5 Days, 700+ Delegates: How IAPCON 2026 Evolved into a Vibrant Knowledge Hub
3.5 Days, 700+ Delegates: How IAPCON 2026 Evolved into a Vibrant Knowledge Hub A Note from the Scientific Chair – Dr Praneeth Suvvari, Hyderabad Hello everyone. It has been more than a month since we wrapped up the 33rd International Conference of the Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPCON 2026) in Hyderabad but we are still basking in the joy of completing a successful conference, thanks to the wonderful feedback…
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IAPCON 2027: Early Bird Registration Open Till 31st August, 2026
IAPCON 2027: Early Bird Registration Open Till 31st August, 2026 Register now to benefit from the special discounted rate until 31st March 2026. The Indian Association of Palliative Care announces IAPCON 2027, the 34th International Conference of IAPC, to be hosted in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, by the Department of Pain and Palliative Medicine, IMS and SUM Hospital, SOA University. With the theme Humanising High Tech Medicine, the conference will examine how…
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IAPCON 2026 Concludes with Significant Acclaim
IAPCON 2026 Concludes with Significant Acclaim – Dr SKV Raju (Organising Secretary, IAPCON 2026) Theme: Continuum of Care: Hospital, Hospice, and Home Pre- conference workshops: 12th February 2026 (multiple venues across Hyderabad) Main Conference: 13th to15th, February 2026 Venue: NI-MSME Campus, Hyderabad, India The 33rd Annual International Conference of the Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPCON 2026) concluded with significant acclaim, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of palliative…
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They Lifted Her When Others Would Not
They Lifted Her When Others Would Not – Dr Chhaya Chandrasekhar, New Delhi Usha died quietly. But the silence around her was full of questions. I had watched her illness in pieces, a young woman with cancer of the buccal mucosa, never treated, growing weaker because poverty kept closing doors. Her husband, already disabled, moved from hospital counter to counter, holding on to dignity with tired hands. Four children waited…
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From Pain To Progress: A Rehabilitation Journey After Carcinoma Buccal Mucosa Surgery
From Pain To Progress: A Rehabilitation Journey After Carcinoma Buccal Mucosa Surgery – Dr Suman Chauhan, Jodhpur Head and neck cancers and their surgical treatment frequently leave patients with lasting functional impairments that extend well beyond the immediate post-operative period. Reduced mouth opening, shoulder dysfunction, persistent musculoskeletal pain, and muscle spasm are among the most commonly reported complications, significantly affecting a patient’s ability to carry out daily activities and diminishing…
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Beyond the Hospital: A Nurse’s Vision for Community-Led Palliative Care in India
Beyond the Hospital: A Nurse’s Vision for Community-Led Palliative Care in India – Ms Meheli Chakraborty, West Bengal “You matter because you are you.” The words of Dame Cicely Saunders are a powerful reminder of our value as nurses. Our worth is not just to ourselves, but to the community we serve. With qualifications as a social worker, nurse and physician, Dr Saunders’ unique perspective inspired the concept of “total…
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One Year Post Doctoral Fellowship in Palliative Medicine
One Year Post Doctoral Fellowship in Palliative Medicine About the Fellowship The One Year Post Doctoral Fellowship in Palliative Medicine is a comprehensive training program offered by Sparsh Hospice and certified by Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences, Telangana. The fellowship is designed to develop clinical competence, professional skills, and academic grounding in palliative medicine through structured hands-on training and formal teaching. This program aims to prepare clinicians to…
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Download IAPC App Now for IAPCON 2026 updates
Download IAPC App Now for IAPCON 2026 updates Dear Members, We are pleased to announce the launch of the IAPC Mobile App, which includes a dedicated section for IAPCON 2026 with relevant conference details (updated every year for respective IAPCON). Please note that IAPC-related sections are currently not fully active and will be updated and formally launched during the inaugural function of the 33rd International conference of IAPC (IAPCON 2026),…
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