The experiences of older adults in the community dying from cancer and non-cancer causes: a national survey of bereaved relatives

Background: there is limited understanding of symptoms and care in the last few months of life for adults dying from causes other than cancer. Objective: the aim of the study is to compare the experiences in the community in the last 3 months of life of older adults dying from cancer and non-cancer...

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Main Authors: Burt, Jenni (Author), Shipman, Cathy (Author), Richardson, Alison (Author), Ream, Emma (Author), Addington-Hall, Julia (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: 2009-11-23.
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