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Number of Family Caregivers Helping Older Adults Increases by Nearly 6 Million

Study finds that the number of family caregivers for older adults has increased significantly, with notable changes in demographics and caregiving responsibilities.

Report Finds Gaps in Support for Caregivers of Transplant Recipients

Family caregivers are vital in transplant care, but support and education gaps remain.

Pediatric Fast Fact: What Would You Do if it Were Your Child?

Guidance includes learning from parents what matters most to them to provide a thoughtful response.

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How Telehealth Is Expanding Access to Early Palliative Care for People with Advanced Lung Cancer

The ASCO Post interviews Joseph Greer, MD, one of the study's authors, who discusses the 2024 study and need for continued bipartisan support.

Adapting Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy for Clinicians' Work-Related Distress and Well-Being

How adapting meaning-centered psychotherapy can help clinicians manage work-related distress and improve well-being.

Uncovering Provider Perspectives on Telehealth for Palliative Care for Underserved Patients

Article explores perspectives of palliative care clinicians on the use of telehealth for outpatient palliative care for underserved patients.

CAPC Launches Updated Symptom Management Courses

CAPC's new symptom management courses include the latest clinical techniques for assessing and managing common sources of distress.

Number of Family Caregivers Helping Older Adults Increases by Nearly 6 Million

Study finds that the number of family caregivers for older adults has increased significantly, with notable changes in demographics and caregiving responsibilities.

Report Finds Gaps in Support for Caregivers of Transplant Recipients

Family caregivers are vital in transplant care, but support and education gaps remain.

Study Reveals Gaps in Knowledge About Palliative Care Among Home Health Patients and Caregivers

Findings highlight the need for increased education and training for effective integration into home health care.

IN-PEACE Clinical Trial: Palliative Care for People Living with Dementia and Their Caregivers

Study shows that community-dwelling individuals living with dementia had fewer emergency department or hospital visits when receiving palliative care.

14 Key Takeaways on the Health Care Experience of Latinos with Serious Illness

Salud America! highlights key findings from CAPC's literature review to understand the health care experience of Hispanic patients living with serious illness.

Pilot Leadership Program Prepares Geriatrics and Palliative Care Fellows for Leadership Roles

New leadership curriculum equips fellows with essential skills in emotional intelligence, team management, and more.

What’s Disrupting Palliative Care in 2025? CAPC's Brynn Bowman Weighs In

CAPC's Brynn Bowman comments on challenges the palliative care field is facing in 2025, along with opportunities.

Identifying Palliative Care Needs via Algorithm for Patients with Cancer

Study which sought to increase palliative care consults in the outpatient setting via an intervention shows promise to scale.

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