1. Medical care focused on relieving suffering and improving quality of life for patients with serious or terminal illnesses, rather than attempting to cure the disease
The hospital offers palliative care services to patients with advanced cancer.
O hospital oferece serviços de cuidados paliativos para pacientes com câncer avançado.
2. Holistic approach to treatment that addresses physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs of patients
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment.
Os cuidados paliativos podem ser fornecidos juntamente com o tratamento curativo.