Where there’s life, there should always be hope


The decision to be euthanised not only has the obvious effect of ending a life, but also often leaves profound emotional scars on those left living. - AFP

A palliative care consultant’s personal experience with a parent who wanted to die.

Empathy is probably one of the more important qualities a healthcare professional should possess.

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