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Disparities in Palliative Care Receipt Among Young Adults Newly Diagnosed with Advanced Cancer
Study finds that palliative care use is slowly increasing among young adults with advanced cancer, but utilization remains low.
Why Black, Hispanic, and Asian Patients Hesitate to Opt for Palliative Care
Qualitative study uncovers deep metaphors among patients, with results that can influence public messaging about the benefits of palliative care.
Oprah Daily Says Palliative Care is the Health Care Model We All Deserve
CAPC's Diane E. Meier, MD, and other leaders interviewed by Oprah Daily to discuss the benefits of palliative care.
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Communication Skills Training for Gastroenterology Fellows Improves Self-Assessed Preparedness for Serious Illness Conversations
A communication skills training program strengthened primary palliative care skills and improved confidence in leading serious illness discussions.
Disparities in Palliative Care Receipt Among Young Adults Newly Diagnosed with Advanced Cancer
Study finds that palliative care use is slowly increasing among young adults with advanced cancer, but utilization remains low.
In the Field: Visiting Peer Institutions to Inform Pediatric Palliative Care Program Redevelopment
How a pediatric palliative care team used structured field visits to peer programs to identify key challenges and guide a team-wide redesign of their clinical model.
Why Black, Hispanic, and Asian Patients Hesitate to Opt for Palliative Care
Qualitative study uncovers deep metaphors among patients, with results that can influence public messaging about the benefits of palliative care.
New: GeriPal Live! Episode Recorded at CAPC National Seminar 2025
Recorded live at CAPC National Seminar, a new GeriPal episode breaks down new research in palliative care with three special guests.
Pulse Check: Status Update on Pediatric Palliative Community-Based Coverage
Study finds uneven access to pediatric palliative care services nationwide, with growth in metropolitan areas but persistent gaps, workforce shortages, and funding challenges.
The Role of the Palliative Medicine and Supportive Oncology Advance Practice Provider (APP)
Oncology Nursing News highlights the vital role that APPs play a vital role in bringing palliative care into oncology clinics.
CAPC and the National Kidney Foundation Partner on The Case for Palliative Care in Kidney Care
New publication underscores how palliative care can improve outcomes for patients with advanced kidney disease.
CAPC Wins Five 2025 MarCom Awards
The MarCom awards recognize CAPC's work across five areas—CAPC National Seminar, Serious Illness Scorecard, the blog, CAPC Chronicles, and the new Pain Management unit.
Commentary: Trust in Clinicians is Earned
Declining public trust in clinicians highlights the need for active listening, empathy, and strategies to address patient experiences.
Parental Cancer Caregiving in Emerging and Young Adults: The Impact of Sibling Dynamics on the Caregiving Experience
Sibling communication and caregiving roles shape young adults’ relationships and coping, highlighting a need for supportive interventions.
Novel Coaching Intervention Builds Resilience and Hope in Adolescents and Young Adults with Advanced Cancer
A lay-coach program helps adolescents and young adults living with advanced cancer build resilience, hope, and engagement in their care.
