Palliative care is a specialized approach to medical care focused on improving quality of life for patients facing serious illness and their families by addressing physical symptoms, psychological distress, and social needs. Research published in Palliative Care And Hospice examines diverse dimensions of this field,…
Palliative care is a specialized approach to medical care focused on improving quality of life for patients facing serious illness and their families by addressing physical symptoms, psychological distress, and social needs. Research published in Palliative Care And Hospice examines diverse dimensions of this field, including community-based psychosocial support for cancer patients and their relatives, the role of music therapy in improving mood among family caregivers and care staff in palliative wards, and the specific challenges of delivering end-of-life care to elderly persons in long-term care settings. The journal's articles also explore palliative care within broader healthcare contexts, such as primary healthcare services for older persons with non-communicable diseases, care management for chronic diseases and frail patients in general practice, and the urgent health dilemmas facing refugees and their caregivers. Additional research addresses the oncogeriatric population and complementary treatments in cancer care. This body of work reflects the multidisciplinary nature of palliative care, spanning clinical interventions, caregiver support, healthcare delivery systems, and vulnerable populations. Understanding these varied aspects is essential for developing comprehensive approaches that address not only symptom management but also the complex emotional, social, and practical needs of patients and families throughout serious illness.
12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
The 12 articles above have been cited 19 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Palliative Care, linking to each citing work.