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Staff members at nearly one in 10 major U.S. cancer centers -- all of which provide palliative care services -- weren't certain such symptom-management and supportive care was actually available there

Some Cancer Center Staff Uncertain of Services Offered

HealthDay.com - Sep 20, 2016 0

'Mystery shopper' study shows one in 10 facilities provided misinformation on palliative care services

Starting palliative care shortly after an incurable cancer diagnosis helps patients cope and improves their quality of life

Early Palliative Care Ups QOL for Terminal Cancer Patients

HealthDay.com - Sep 9, 2016 0

Early care also increases chances of having end-of-life discussions

Cancer patients and their oncologists often hold different opinions about the patient's chances for survival and how long they might live

Cancer Patients, Oncologists Have Discordant Opinions on Prognosis

HealthDay.com - Jul 15, 2016 0

Those with advanced disease are likely to be more optimistic than their oncologist

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