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Palliative Care


ASCO believes that it is the oncologists' responsibility to care for their patients in a continuum that extends from the moment of diagnosis throughout the course of the illness. In addition to appropriate anticancer treatment, this includes symptom control and psychosocial support during all phases of care, including those during the last phase of life.

ASCO's Position:  ASCO’s Position Statement and key issue points
Legislation & Congressional Advocacy:  Legislation, testimony, congressional letters and other background material