August 2024

This Collection seeks to gather research on palliative sedation, addressing its ethical, clinical, and interpersonal dimensions. BMC Palliative Care invites submissions that explore the complexities of palliative sedation, including ethical considerations, clinical guidelines, and the perspectives of patients, families, and healthcare professionals. In doing so, we aim to advance our understanding of palliative sedation and its role […]

The Pal-Cycles consortium was delighted to be able to attend the inaugural lecture of Professor Jeroen Hasselaar, held on 9th November 2023 at Radboud University, Nijmegen, the Netherlands.

In his enlightening lecture, Professor Jeroen Hasselaar, who leads the Pal-Cycles project, shed light on the profound meaning of palliative care. He emphasised that it goes beyond the technical aspects of medicine and encompasses the social context of care and the provision of support. Care is not just a one-way delivery; it is a profound connection between individuals. Palliative care is not solely focused on death, but also on embracing the meaningful aspects of life. It is about living fully and being an active part of a vibrant and dynamic environment that includes work, school, community, religious activities, and more.