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More hospices needed ‘to care for people dying gradually’
More hospices and care homes are needed to cope with increasing numbers of people dying “gradual” deaths, say doctors.
By Stephen Adams, Medical Correspondent
7:30AM BST 18 Sep 2012
The country faces a growing crisis in its ability to care for people suffering cancer, dementia and other long-term ailments, according to specialists who say that supply is not keeping pace with demand.
Better health care, and to some extent a fitter older population, means fewer people are experiencing “sudden” deaths, for example from heart attacks.
While increased longevity is to be welcomed, doctors say not enough resources are being devoted to making the last days of the elderly as comfortable as possible. Doctors writing in the British Medical Journal Supportive and Palliative Care say gradual deaths from cancer and other chronic diseases are already “a considerable burden” for European countries.
Hospice to support carers
ST Richard’s Hospice is set to hold a day that highlights the importance of carers.
10:00am Sunday 10th June 2012 in News
The event, which will take place on Monday, June 18, will coincide with national Carers Week and feature exhibitors and a conference aimed at helping carers keep fit and healthy.
Worcester MP Robin Walker will chair the conference and speak about the government’s support.
Heather Richardson, clinical lead from Help the Hospices, will offer a national perspective on carers’ contribution and Mike Arnold, practice manager from Spring Gardens Medical Centre, will talk about a local project to support carers.
Caring never stops with the amazing way Ty Hafan makes every life so worth while
At the start of children’s hospice week, Liz Rundle takes a look at 24 hours in the life of Ty Hafan
PEOPLE who visit Ty Hafan always comment on the peace, tranquillity, brightness and inspiration the hospice exudes.
But those on the inside know that to achieve this environment – and the highest level of care – a huge amount of work, dedication and professionalism goes on, just as much outside of the building than inside.
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