Resources
Helpful resources and links
World Health Organisation: Full consensus definition of palliative care (2021)
Palliative Caring Booklet (online version): Information for families and carers who are caring for a person with a life limiting illness or condition
Flowcharts to assist General Practitioners: When and how to refer to Palliative Care
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End-of-Life Pathway update
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PCOC Version 4 Clinical Manual: Released!
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