Advanced respiratory disease imposes a greater symptom burden than many cancers but
not does have comparable recognition of the need for supportive and palliative care or the …

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common chronic autoimmune disorder that characteristically
causes joint inflammation and damage. In addition, many patients develop extraarticular …

There is increased awareness of palliative care needs in people with COPD or interstitial
lung disease (ILD). This European Respiratory Society (ERS) task force aimed to provide …

Background: Palliative care aims to improve quality of life for patients with life-limiting
illnesses. It is often linked to the care of people with cancer; however, patients with non …

Rationale: Patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and their caregivers experience
stress, symptom burden, poor quality of life, and inadequate preparedness for end-of-life …

There is increased awareness of palliative care needs in people with chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) or interstitial lung disease (ILD). This European Respiratory …

Introduction Chronic respiratory diseases represent a significant burden of disease globally,
with high morbidity and mortality. Individuals living with these conditions, as well as their …

Background The effectiveness of the Munich Breathlessness Service (MBS), integrating
palliative care, respiratory medicine and physiotherapy, was tested in the BreathEase trial in …

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive, life-limiting
illness that requires end-of-life care planning, yet remains under-served. Understanding …

Background: Although guidelines recommend palliative care for patients with chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease, there is little evidence for the effectiveness of palliative care …