Oxford Handbook of Palliative Care

The third edition of the Oxford Handbook of Palliative Care offers comprehensive clinical guidance for medical professionals, nurses, and carers supporting individuals at the end of life. Fully updated, this pocket handbook brings together practical, holistic strategies to address the complex physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients.

This edition includes expanded sections on advance care planning, international access to palliative care, and effective management for non-malignant conditions alongside oncological illnesses. Designed for quick reference in clinical settings, it provides clear, systematic advice to help healthcare workers deliver compassionate, dignity-centred care across hospitals, hospices, and community environments.