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HPAL highlights the best resources relating to palliative and end of life care in an easily accessible way for clinicians and patients in North West London
Recent Articles
Article categoriesDelirium: Information for clinicians
Acute confusion is often reversible
What health professionals need to do after a death at home
Care of the patient and loved ones after death, legalities and next steps
Oral problems: information for clinicians
A logical approach to assessment and treatment in the community
Assessing cancer pain
A pragmatic approach to assessment and treatment in the community
Starting morphine: Information for clinicians
How do I decide when it is appropriate to start strong opioids? Advice from a senior palliative physician
Insomnia in palliative care: Information for clinicians
How do you manage insomnia in the final weeks or months of life? Advice from a senior palliative physician
Books to better understand dying, death and palliative care
Browsing books can be a gentle way to feel less alone and more in control
Bowel obstruction: Information for patients and carers
How to recognise the signs of a blockage in the bowel
Pharmacies
Pharmacies which stock end of life medications in your borough
Discussing CPR with patients
Talking about Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is an essential part of advance care planning
Digital legacy: an important part of advance care planning
Supporting patients with their online accounts is part of a holistic approach to advance care planning