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When suffering finds an answer, hope is born

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - 12:12
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In honor of World Palliative Care Day, we are sharing this opinion piece by Prof. Tânia dos Santos Afonso, Ph.D., of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Nursing at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa and co-coordinator of the Master’s Program in Palliative Care.

A reflection on the importance of care that goes beyond the disease, promoting the alleviation of suffering, dignity, and quality of life for people with serious illnesses and their families.

Read the full article here