Valentine’s Day: Sex, intimacy and relationships at the end of life
When someone is living with a terminal illness, nearly every part of life can shift, including how they feel about their body, their sexuality, and their relationships. Studies have shown that many patients nearing the end of their lives have expressed that sex and intimacy are essential to them; however, it is often overlooked by healthcare professionals and not commonly discussed.
Lung disease and end of life: take part in research
Nurse and PhD student, Kathy Rogers, is currently exploring the experiences of caregivers (friends and family) who looked after someone who died with a respiratory disease with the University of the West of England, Bristol. In our latest blog, she tells us why she is studying this important topic and how you can get involved in her research.