Improving care during the last phase of life means ensuring that people get the appropriate care, at the right time, in the right place, in a way they can rely on. This often requires a shift in focus from cure and prevention to alleviating symptoms, making thoughtful decisions, supporting families, and providing ongoing care in the appropriate setting.
Note: The content for this topic area is provided by Medicaring.org, the website of the Center for Palliative Care Studies led by Joanne Lynn, MD. Most of the links on this page provide a direct pop-up window to that website.
