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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Sep 3

In-Touch @intoucheu.bsky.social · Aug 1

The Namaste Care International Conference comes to Cork!
Reimagining Dementia Care through Global Innovations and Human Connection.
From 24 to 25th September (hybrid event)
View the programme at palliativeprojects.eu/in-touch/202... Proudly supported by @ucc.ie and @intoucheu.bsky.social

The Namaste Care International Conference comes to Cork! - In-Touch

This conference is a major global gathering for practitioners, researchers, and leaders in compassionate dementia and end‑of‑life care. It provides a forum to share best practices, research, skills, a...

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jul 17

EAPC are #Hiring! Project Officer – EU Projects (Home-Based, Belgium)
The European Association for Palliative Care (EAPC) is looking for dedicated Project Officers in Belgium to join our team and support our growing portfolio of EU-funded research projects.

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Job Opportunities - EAPC

Job Opportunities We are delighted to support our member organisations to advertise job and career opportunities free of charge. Advertisements are limited to positions that are open to an internation...

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jul 2

EAPC are Hiring! Project Officer – EU Projects
Location: Home-based (Belgium)
Supporting EAPC's role in EU research projects aimed at improving palliative care across Europe. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the collaborative, mission-driven EAPC Head Office team.
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Project Officers – EU Projects - EAPC

Organisation: European Association for Palliative Care Location: Belgium (home-based) Salary: Commensurate with experience. Hours: 37.5 hours per week (part-time working will be considered) Contr...

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jun 30

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Carina Dantas: My Role as a Co-Researcher in the EUonQoL Project

YouTube video by OECI - Organisation of European Cancer Institutes

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jun 30

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Caitriona Higgins: My Role as a Co-Researcher in the EUonQoL Project

YouTube video by OECI - Organisation of European Cancer Institutes

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jun 30

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Tapani Kalmi: My Role as a Co-Researcher in the EUonQoL Project

YouTube video by OECI - Organisation of European Cancer Institutes

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jun 30

In the EUonQoL project, patients are not just participants - they are co-researchers, helping shape the way we measure quality of life in cancer care across Europe.
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Inke Minnée‐van Braak: My Role as a Co-Researcher in the EUonQoL Project

YouTube video by OECI - Organisation of European Cancer Institutes

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jun 30

What does quality of life mean for people affected by cancer and how can we measure it meaningfully across Europe?
The EUonQoL project has developed a validated tool-kit for multilingual quality-of-life assessment, co-designed with patients and other key stakeholders. youtu.be/eN8ED72BgFw?...

EUonQoL: Measuring what matters for people affected by cancer in Europe

YouTube video by OECI - Organisation of European Cancer Institutes

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jun 25

Check out this fantastic new publication by VR-TALKS which discusses the use of virtual reality to enhance communication skills training with healthcare trainees
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VR-TALKS is funded by the ERASMUS+ Programme from 01.09.2023 to 31.08.2025 (24 months). @eapcvzw.bsky.social

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jun 16

EU Cancer Mission Conference takes place tomorrow. Join online to hear about research and innovation, real patient and survivor stories, explore EU-funded projects and research, and be part of a cross-border collaborative effort against cancer.
europa.eu/!8rKWgV
Content in English and Polish

The research and innovation community platform

The research and innovation community platform is a unique space bringing together researchers from the EU and beyond. Take part in events, access exclusive content, and widen your network.

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jun 11

First day of the General Assembly of the MyPath project in beautiful Brasov, Romania mypath-cancercare.eu @eapcvzw.bsky.social

Photograph of the general assembly of the MyPath meeting

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · May 28

Precongress session this afternoon at #EAPC2025 room 201. Please come and join us if you want to hear more about technology, Dementia and Palliative Care #AI4Hope @eapcvzw.bsky.social

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · May 20

See @InnoRadarEU's profile page for EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION FOR PALLIATIVE CARE which includes details of our #EUfunded #innovation(s) #H2020. innovation-radar.ec.europa.eu/innovator/91...

EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION FOR PALLIATIVE CARE

Details of EU-funded innovations for which EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION FOR PALLIATIVE CARE was identified as a 'key innovator'

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Feb 21

New Week, New Registration for our nurse Leadership Webinar Series.
We are delighted to have Irena Laska present on Change Management.
A new registration is needed each week, so please register here:
bit.ly/4bqZDrP

#NurseEducation #Leadership #Nurses #PalliativeCare

registration link for webinar 4 of the nurse leadership series

Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Feb 12

Delighted to be at the OECI A&D expert consensus meeting for these next 2 days on behalf of @eapcvzw.bsky.social Lots of learning for our speciality in how best to improve care quality across Europe

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Feb 10

Be a catalyst for change!

Join the 2nd EUonQoL Stakeholder Forum on 26 February and help shape the future of #QualityofLife measurement in #cancercare. ✍️

Register now 🔗 www.europeancancer.org/events/319:f...

Funded by the European Union - Horizon Europe - Grant Agreement n. 101096362.

From Data to Action: Advancing Public Health through Quality-of-Life...

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jan 22

Advocacy in palliative care education is essential to raise awareness, influence policies, and ensure equitable access to training that empowers healthcare professionals to deliver palliative care. A series of free bimonthly webinars begin tomorrow, Jan 23rd, 3-5pm CET codeyaa.eu/events/webin...

Webinar: Stakeholder analysis in Palliative Care Education - codeyaa.eu

In this webinar, we will explore effective strategies to identify, analyze, and engage stakeholders, with a focus on palliative care education. This session welcomes healthcare educators, palliative c...

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Jan 3

Are you, or is someone you work with, an upcoming or established exceptional #palliative care researcher or clinician?
All the information you need to apply for the EAPC Researcher Award 2025 is available at eapccongress.eu/2025/researc...
Application process closes 17 January 2025 #palliativecare

Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Dec 20

The EAPC @eapcvzw.bsky.social are looking for an experienced Operations Manager who can bring expertise and enthusiasm to our dedicated team.
Job description and more details are here eapcnet.eu/job-opportun...

Job Opportunities

Job Opportunities We are delighted to support our member organisations to advertise job and career opportunities free of charge. Advertisements are limited to positions that are open to an interna…

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Dec 9

Introducing the #EUSmartCARE Cancer Survivor Smart Card, a new digital tool to provide real-time health information, emotional support, and tailored resources for cancer patients and survivors. youtu.be/3tqOmKMlUnE

SmartCARE Animated Video

YouTube video by European Cancer Organisation

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Dec 5

This week the PAINLESS project is meeting in Prague to share our progress to date. 70 organisations across Europe are now engaged with our project palliativeprojects.eu/painless committed to improving the understanding and non pharmacological management of cancer pain.

PAINLESS -Pain relief in palliative care of cancer using home-based.

Pain relief in palliative care of cancer using home-based neuromodulation and predictive biomarkers. Painless project.

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Cathy Payne @catypayne.bsky.social · Dec 5

Are you a #palliative care #nurse, or a nurse working with people who could benefit from a palliative approach to care, interested in increasing your sphere of influence? Come join us in the first of the NursEduPal@IMPACT dissemination series of webinars. @EAPCvzw
Find out more at: bit.ly/4eF2NrB

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Nancy Preston @nancypreston.bsky.social · Nov 19

Using sedation at the end of life – information for healthcare staff
An international study on #palliative sedation is empowering patients and families with informed choices, supported by short animations for healthcare staff www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3KL...

Using Sedation at the End of Life – Information for Healthcare Staff

YouTube video by Lancaster University

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