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Marie Curie: Connect, Share and Learn - Care Essentials

Join Marie Curie for an insightful session exploring care essentials from the point of diagnosis of a life-shortening condition, regardless of your diagnosis, who you are, or where you live.

As the Marie Curie policy team prepares for the May 26 election, they will also discuss the system needs of this type of care and how you can get involved in improving care for all who experience or support those with a life shortening illness.

Speakers

  • Libby Ferguson, Medical Director, Marie Curie Hospice Edinburgh

  • Ellie Wagstaff, Senior Policy Manager, Marie Curie Scotland

Key Topics

  • Understanding palliative care: Who needs it and how to access it where it fits in the health and care system

  • Finding support and guidance

  • Services offered by Marie Curie and partners

  • Common questions and answers from our Information & Support line

  • Tips and advice from our Voices group, who are living with life-shortening conditions or supporting those who are

Location

Online event

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