Embracing Palliative Care in Paediatric Oncology from the Diagnosis Onwards – Apply Now
The Palliative Care Working Group is thrilled to announce our inaugural course, "Embracing Palliative Care in Paediatric Oncology from the Diagnosis Onwards", which will take place online on 14-15 March 2025. This course is designed for paediatric oncology fellows and healthcare professionals with at least one year of experience in paediatric oncology, who have a strong interest in palliative care.
Paediatric palliative care aims to support children and young people with life-threatening conditions and their families from the time of diagnosis. Early integration within oncology is recognized as beneficial for all involved, regardless of the outcome. By enhancing communication and advance care planning, the course promotes user-centered care, giving equal importance to quality of life, preferences, and values alongside cutting-edge therapies.
Throughout the course, participants will cover all areas of palliative care, including early integration, symptom control, advance care planning, end-of-life care, and bereavement care. Keynote lectures by leaders in the field, roundtable discussions, and small group work will be integral to the learning experience, with preparation and active participation being mandatory.
Key Information:
- Course Dates: 14-15 March 2025
- Format: Online
- Applications are already open from 1 October 2024
- Applications Close: 1 December 2024
This course is unique as it provides opportunities to discuss real-life cases and connect with other professionals interested in palliative care. For more details and to register, please visit our course page here.
Applications are open now! Submit your application by 1 December 2024. For more information, click here.
Additionally, on October 11, we proudly participated in SIOPE’s October mini-campaign, which celebrated three awareness days. On this day, we raised awareness for both World Hospice and Palliative Care Day and its significant aspect: Children’s Palliative Care Day. This observance highlights the importance of hospice and palliative care and advocates for improved access to these services for individuals with life-limiting illnesses, emphasizing our essential commitment to providing appropriate care for our youngest patients.
Palliative care for children means addressing their medical, emotional, and spiritual needs while providing essential support to their families. It’s about offering comfort, dignity, and care throughout their journey. Early integration of palliative care in pediatric oncology can truly transform the experience for both patients and their families. The SIOPE Paediatric Palliative Care Working Group is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with cancer across Europe by raising awareness, advancing education, and expanding services.
You can view our post from the mini-campaign here.
Let’s ensure that every child receives the care and compassion they deserve.
Stay tuned for more updates from the Palliative Care Working Group!