What is Palliative Care?
Palliative care is a type of medical care aimed at relieving symptoms, pain, and emotional distress associated with serious illnesses. Unlike curative treatments, palliative care focuses on improving quality of life for patients by addressing physical, emotional, and psychological needs. This type of care is offered alongside other medical treatments and can be provided at any stage of illness, including end-of-life care.
Palliative care teams often include doctors, nurses, and social workers who collaborate to create a supportive environment tailored to the patient’s and family’s needs.