Families, cancer and dying.
Cancer involves change in individuals and families. Family practitioners are in a unique position to meet the needs of families where cancer is present. By coordinating differing therapeutic interventions and developing therapeutic support within the community the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of those who are dying, and the needs of their families, can be met.
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St Mary's Hospital Medical School, Department of General Practice, London, England.
D001293:Attitude to Death; D003153:Community Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration; D003643:Death; D005190:Family; D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms; D010821:Physicians, Family / Q000523:psychology; D013727:Terminal Care / Q000379:methods / Q000523:psychology