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NIH State-of-the-Science Conference on Improving End-of-Life Care

http://consensus.nih.gov/2004/2004EndOfLifeCareSOS024html.htm
In December 2004, an NIH conference brought together national and international experts to clarify for healthcare providers, patients, and the general public, key questions regarding the definition of "end of life," the factors that contribute to improved or worsened outcomes for patients and their families at the end of life, and future research directions for improving care at the end of life. This official statement from the panel outlines several recommendations to advance research and improve care.
 

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