Events in the Region
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Taiwan
Commitment to Palliative Care: Reflecting on the Past, Shaping the Future
When: 12/10/2024
Modality: In-Person
Hosted by Hospice Foundation of Taiwan
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This year (2024), for the first time, our foundation is hosting the event through a multi-faceted, cross-disciplinary and intergenerational collaboration. Under the theme ‘Commitment to Palliative Care: Reflecting on the Past, Shaping the Future,’ Hospice Foundation of Taiwan will promote awareness and compassion for palliative care through diverse forms and content.
We aim to deepen life education and enhance public understanding and support for palliative and end-of-life care through the following four highlight events:
1. Celebrity Life Dialogues and Conversations
2. Photography Competition Winning Exhibition
3. Curating Books on Palliative Care
4. Director and Cast Discussion for the Stage Play “W;t”
Indonesia
Palliative National Webinar: The Importance of Understanding and Education in Palliative Care to Support the Delivery of Nursing Care Practices
When: 26/10/2024
Modality: Virtual
Hosted by Archipelago Scholar
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Archipelago Scholar in collaboration with STIKES Dirgahayu Samarinda to held a webinar with the aim of increasing nursing students knowledge and understanding of the importance of palliative care education to provide nursing practices in Indonesia. The target audiences of this webinar are nursing students in Indonesia. The webinar will be held on Saturday, October 26 2024 at 08.00 a.m.
Hong Kong
Palliative Medicine Doctors Meeting (PMDM) 2024-9-24
When: 24/09/2024
Modality: Virtual
Hosted by Hong Kong Society of Palliative Medicine
Website
Topics
1. Gone with the wind – application of High Flow Nasal Cannula in the Palliative Care Setting
2. Radiotherapy in the Comprehensive Management of Malignant Fungating Wounds
Malaysia
SunMed Palliative Care Forum & Bazaar 2024
When: 04/09/2024
Modality: In-Person
Hosted by Sunway Medical Centre
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The Sunway Medical Centre Palliative Care Department, led by Dr Hayati Yaakup, recently organised the 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗠𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 & 𝗕𝗮𝘇𝗮𝗮𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 on the 4th of September 2024.
The event featured 29 booths representing palliative care teams from various hospital and community NGOs as well as partner vendors. There was a palpable sense of camaraderie and excitement in the conference hall as participants engaged with each other.
The highlight of the event was a public forum moderated by Dr Caryn Khoo, Consultant Palliative Medicine Physician, featuring an esteemed panel of experts and caregivers: Consultant Palliative Medicine Physician and MOH National Head of Palliative Medicine Service, Dr Richard Lim; Family Medicine and Hospice Doctor, Dr Siti Noor Munirah Ibrahim; Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgeon and Caregiver, Dr William Liong; Broadcaster, Podcaster and Caregiver, Ms Shazmin Shamsuddin; and Financial Consultant and Caregiver, Ms Tee Billie.
During the forum, the bereaved caregivers shared their personal stories of journeying with a loved one with a serious illness and how palliative care played a role. The discussion brought attention to key issues such as the challenges associated with caregiving and transitions in care, as well as mental health struggles that arise.
The forum powerfully highlighted the essential role of palliative care in supporting patients and their families—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Effective symptom management as well as psychosocial and spiritual support are essential components of good patient-centred healthcare.
Special thanks to the panellists, palliative care partners, vendors and generous sponsors, as well as all who were present who made this event a success.
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Vietnam
Challenges And Opportunities Of Hospice-Palliative Care In Vietnam
When: 05/10/2024
Modality: Hybrid (In-Person & Virtual)
Hosted by Spring Hospice Center
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1. International Hospice Palliative Care Day Conference
Spring Hospice center, in collaboration with community organizations, is hosting a conference for World Hospice and Palliative Care Day on October 12. The conference aims to raise awareness about palliative care in Vietnam, featuring a renowned speaker who will share insights on the outcomes of the World Health Assembly on palliative care over the past ten years. The program will include presentations, open discussions, and a Q&A session.
Speaker
"Dr.Yi Hyeon Gyu
Founder of Spring Hospice center"
"Dr. Stephen Conner
Director of International Palliative Care Alliance"
"Dr.Guam
Director of Asian Hospice Palliative Care Association"
"Dr.Eric L Krakauer
Director of Global Palliative Care Program
Harvard Medical School"
"Dr.Binh
Head of Pain clinic, FV hospital "
"Dr. Lê Công Định
Head of department of Palliative care, Ha Noi oncology hospital "
"Dr.Vo Thanh Long
Director of Spring Hospice Center"
"Dr.Phạm Nguyên Quý
Head of department of oncology, Kyoto hospital "
2. "Touching Hope" Moss Rose Painting Activity
A community painting activity featuring Moss Rose will take place to encourage cancer patients and healthcare staff. With the message that Moss Rose symbolizes resilience and hope, this therapeutic art workshop will bring people together to create vibrant pieces that inspire and uplift those fighting cancer.
Malaysia
World Hospice and Palliative Care Day - Malaysia's National Event in Penang
When: 12/10/2024
Modality: In-Person
Hosted by Penang Palliative Care Alliance
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The Malaysian Hospice and Palliative Care Council (MHPCC) and Penang Palliative Care Alliance (PKP3) will be hosting the National WHPCD 2024 at Penang Island in October.
This special day is dedicated to raise awareness about hospice and palliative care, essential services that improve the quality of life for individuals with life-limiting illnesses. Please come & join us to show your support 💜
📍Venue: Padang Polo, Georgetown, Penang
📌 Date: Saturday, 12th October 2024
⏰ Time: 7.00am - 1.00pm
There will be exciting activities such as awareness and educational booths, treasure hunt, zumba and fun games. Come join us for the day!
The registration for T-shirt purchase and Lucky Draw Opportunities have now closed but the event is open to everyone on the day so let's all show your support for hospices and palliative care movement in Malaysia.
Japan
Hospice Palliative Care Week 2024
When: 06/09/2024-12/10/2024
Modality: Virtual
Hosted by Hospice Palliative Care Japan
Website
From 6 to 12 days of October 2024, we have established the special week as "Hospice Palliative Care Week 2024". We call on our members and related organizations nationwide to hold events to promote awareness and spread Palliative Care. This year is the 19th time it has been held.
Philippines
St. Luke's Medical Center Quezon City Pain Management Center Lay Forum on Palliative Care
When: 05/10/2024
Modality: In-Person
Hosted by St. Luke's Medical Center Quezon City
Website
A Lay Forum with the theme: "A Decade of Care:Reflecting on our Palliative Journey"