Glossary

Palliative medicine

Palliative medicine

Palliativmedizin

Palliative medicine cares for people with serious, progressive illnesses — often alongside other treatments and not only at the end of life. The goal is to relieve pain and other distressing symptoms as well as to improve the quality of life of those affected and their families. It also includes psychological, social, and spiritual support.

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