Public Information & Helpful Resources
What is Palliative Care?
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Palliative Care Approach: Government of Canada – Palliative Care
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Palliative Care in Hospice: Crossroads Hospice – Palliative & Hospice Care
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Patient Stories: Health Canada – Palliative Care Experiences
Advanced Care Planning Resources
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Speak Up: Speak Up Canada – Advance Care Planning
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My Voice: My Voice – Advance Care Planning Guide
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Canadian Virtual Hospice: Virtual Hospice
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Record Me Now: Record Me Now – Advance Care Planning
Health Resources
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Cancer & Sleep: Cancer & Sleep – SleepHelp.org
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Mesothelioma: Mesothelioma.net – Information on cancer caused by asbestos exposure.
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Smoking Cessation: Canadian Lung Association
Palliative Care in the Media
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Op-Ed by Dr. Hawley: Vancouver Sun – Palliative Care & Physician-Hastened Death
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Feature by Dr. Charlie Chen and Hayden Rubensohn: Serious Illness Conversations & Advance Care Planning
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CBC TED Talks – Dr. Susan MacDonald: What the Dying Can Teach the Living
Creative Mornings
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Tiko Kerr – The Surreal & Creativity: Creative Mornings
Seek Support & Assistance
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BC Physician Health Program: 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-663-6729
Available for practicing physicians, retired physicians, residents, medical students, and family members seeking confidential support for mental health, relationship stress, career transitions, substance use, and colleague concerns. -
Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8
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In Crisis?: Call 911 or visit the nearest hospital.