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Palliative Care: What is it? How do I get it?

Cancer: Managing Symptoms | Last Active: Dec 29, 2023 | Replies (44)
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@colleenyoung

Merry, there are a couple of older discussions on Connect regarding the difference between palliative care and hospice:
- In this discussion, @IndianaScott shares his favorite resources and explanations https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/palliative-care-vs-hospice-care/?
- Palliative Care and Hospice Care https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/palliative-care-and-hospice-care/

I also really like the articles on Virtual Hospice's website http://www.virtualhospice.ca
- What Is Palliative Care? http://www.virtualhospice.ca/en_US/Main+Site+Navigation/Home/Topics/Topics/What+Is+Palliative+Care_/10+Myths+about+Palliative+Care.aspx
- 10 Myths about Palliative Care http://www.virtualhospice.ca/en_US/Main+Site+Navigation/Home/Topics/Topics/What+Is+Palliative+Care_/What+Is+Palliative+Care_.aspx

Merry, what have you appreciated the most about the consult with your palliative care team?

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Sep 9, 2019

@colleenyoung- Thank you for these. I must say that the palliative care is mostly from my oncologist. At MGH the oncologist is the "main" guiding force in lung cancer, even if you aren't receiving chemo, which is my case. But she does work with my surgeon and radiologist.
What I have appreciated the most is the gentle honesty of my Oncologist and they offer of other types of help, counseling, support groups, etc. MGH has an array of support groups, massages, etc that are available to cancer patients. I have yet to take advantage because I live in another state. But I will if I need it for sure. I also appreciate the fact that I am listened to and understood.

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