In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, we discuss Palliative Care with Jacinta Kelly, Director of Nursing, North West Hospice, Sligo and Dr. Feargal Twomey, Consultant in Palliative Medicine, Milford Hospice in HSE Mid West and the HSE Clinical Lead for Palliative Care. The discussion demystifies palliative care, emphasising its role beyond end-of-life scenarios and its applicability to patients of all ages and various illnesses. Both guests share freely their personal and professional insights on this sensitive area. Key takeaways include the importance of early engagement, holistic care approaches, and the need for training and coordination among healthcare providers. The episode highlights the work of the staff across the health service who support and work in palliative care and points to the significance of compassionate support for patients and their families. For more information, visit https://www.hse.ie/eng/about/who/cspd/ncps/palliative-care/
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