The aim of the journal is the dissemination of medical science to broaden education and advance understanding of the complex issues encountered in these areas.  Editorials, commentaries, opinions, original research articles, ongoing topical series, and review articles are welcome. The very purpose of this journal is to provide a stimulating and educational forum to maintain relevance in the field of hospice and palliative medicine. The journal\'s scope is broad and relates to all aspects of palliative medicine and hospice care. The journal accepts articles from the following but not limited to these topics:

• Mindfulness Meditation and Pain Management in Palliative Care
• Paediatric Palliative Care
• Palliative Care in Chronic and Progressive Neurological Disease
• Improving End-of-life Care in Nursing Homes: An Innovative Model of Education and Training
• Pain Management
• Behavioural Therapy
• Health Service Research
• Cancer Palliative Care and Therapy
• Pain Control and Management
• Administration of Palliative Care and Hospice Services