Comment & analysis
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Giving end-of-life care environments a makeover
Sarah Waller describes an initiative to transform spaces and develop comfortable areas in which patients are cared for. (26 Sept, 2011)
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Politicians have ducked hard decisions on the NHS for far too long
Chris Ham argues that up to 20 hospitals, around 10% of the total in England, may not be financially sustainable. (Article, The Observer, 19 Jun 2011)
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Supporting care home residents at the end of life
The research presented in this article seeks to consider the factors that support residents to remain in care homes towards the end of life. The study is based on four case studies of care homes in England and on interviews with external health and social care professionals who interact with these care homes. (Article, International Journal of Palliative Nursing, 19 Apr 2011)
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The King's Fund warns against loss of momentum on end-of-life care
Much more needs to be done to give patients and carers real choices about their care at the end of life, according to a report by The King’s Fund. (Press release, 28 Oct 2010)
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Choice at the end of life: Do we have time to wait?
Following on from the health White Paper, the government last week published two new consultations – on choice and information. Together these could have significant implications for how end-of-life care is delivered. (Blog, Rachael Addicott, 27 Oct 2010)
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Give patients guaranteed 24/7 care at the end of life
The existing commitment to improving care at the end of life must be maintained despite the tough financial times ahead, a report from The King’s Fund says. (Press release, 27 Jan 2010)
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Who wants to talk about it? The future delivery of end-of-life care
Over two thirds of GPs haven't talked about their own end-of-life care with their doctor or family. Health professionals must be able to talk openly about death and dying if end-of-life care in England is to improve. (Blog, Rachael Addicott, 19 Nov 2009)
