Articles Index

What is Palliative Chemotherapy?

Palliative chemotherapy is the use of chemical substances to slow the progression of cancer and prolong life.

Palliative Care for Stroke

A stroke, or cerebral vascular accident (CVA), is the third leading cause of death making palliative care for stroke essential.

Killer Number Three: Stroke

Stroke is the third-leading cause of death making palliative care programs for stroke mortality essential.

Leading Causes of Death

List of leading causes of death in the United States.

The No. 2 Killer: Cancer

Information about cancer and palliative care, including hospice care.

Heart Disease: The Leading Cause of Death

Heart disease is the leading cause of death. Find out more about palliative care for heart disease.