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Preparing for a death at home

By Dr. Ahmed Hafez

Many people prefer to die at home in familiar surroundings. For those in end-of-life care, their home can provide a sense of freedom, peace, and privacy. You may be caring for someone at home who has a terminal condition and is dying. This article gives you advice on how to prepare for a death at home. How do I prepare for a coming death at home? If the person you care for knows they are dying, they should talk to their doctor or palliative care team about: how that might happen what they want Their doctor or palliative care team

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Physical process of dying

By Sama Mohamed

Key facts When someone is dying, their heartbeat and blood circulation slow down. The brain and organs receive less oxygen than they need and so work less well. In the days before death, people often begin to lose control of their breathing. It’s common for people to be very calm in the hours before they die. The physical process of dying Dying can be a gradual process, including when someone has a serious illness. If someone is receiving good care, it can be quite a peaceful time — a time during which the body lets go of life. What happens

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Palliative care

By Sama Mohamed

Key facts Palliative care aims to give the best possible quality of life to someone living with a life-limiting or terminal illness. Palliative care is different for everyone but may include home help, treatment to relieve pain and emotional support. Palliative care may be provided in a healthcare setting, such as a clinic or hospital, or in your own home. You can receive palliative care alongside active treatment of your disease. If you or someone you care for has a life-limiting illness, ask your doctor about the options for accessing palliative care. What is palliative care? Palliative care aims to

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Organ and tissue donation

By Sama Mohamed

What is organ and tissue donation? Organ donation is a life-saving and life-transforming medical process where organs are removed from a donor and transplanted into someone who is very ill or dying from organ failure. It can involve the kidneys, lungs, heart, liver, kidneys and pancreas. Tissue donation is a medical process where tissue, such as heart valves, bone tissue, skin, ligaments, parts of the eye and pancreas tissue, is removed from a donor and transplanted into another person. It is important that you decide whether to become a donor and that you discuss and share your decision with your

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Living with a terminal illness

By Sama Mohamed

Key facts A terminal illness is a medical condition that cannot be cured. Some people with a terminal illness may live for months or years. Others may not. Everyone reacts differently to being told that they have a terminal illness. It’s your decision who to tell about your diagnosis and when. Making decisions about how you would like to be cared for can help give you more control. Coping with learning you have a terminal illness What is a terminal illness? A medical condition that cannot be cured is known as a terminal or life-limiting illness. If you have been

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Grief and loss

By Dr. Ahmed Hafez

Key facts Grief is a response to the loss of someone or something that was important. Grief can occur after a death, divorce, illness or other significant loss. Grief can affect your physical and mental health. The experience of grief is different for everyone. What are grief and loss? Grief is the natural emotional response to the loss of someone close, such as a family member or friend. Grief can also occur after a serious illness, a divorce or other significant losses. Grief often involves intense sadness, and sometimes feelings of shock and numbness, or even denial and anger. For

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Grief before death – understanding anticipatory grief

By Sama Mohamed

Key facts Grief is a natural emotional response to loss. Anticipatory grief is feelings of grief or loss that are felt before the loss actually happens. People facing their own death or the death of a loved one may experience anticipatory grief. Feelings of grief before death can be intense and overwhelming, so it’s important to recognise these emotions and seek support when you need it. There are many ways to cope with these feelings, including finding someone to talk to (a friend or a professional), and looking after your physical needs. What is grief? Grief is a natural emotional

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