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The National Alliance for Caregiving Releases Caregiver Training Services Implementation Brief

New resource outlines how health systems can use Medicare’s Caregiver Training Services (CTS) codes to better support family caregivers, and more.

When Less Is More: CAPC's Andrew E. Esch Addresses Polypharmacy in High-Risk Populations

How emerging technologies and systemic reforms can empower pharmacists to lead deprescribing efforts, reducing polypharmacy and duplication.

Oprah Daily Says Palliative Care is the Health Care Model We All Deserve

CAPC's Diane E. Meier, MD, and other leaders interviewed by Oprah Daily to discuss the benefits of palliative care.

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New Data on Family Caregivers in the U.S.

More than 59 million Americans provide care for an adult with a complex medical condition or disability, with another 4 millions caring for a child.

2025 AHA Circle of Life Award Winners Announced

Programs recognized for efforts and innovation in palliative care.

CMS Proposes Mandatory Alternative Payment Model for Heart Failure

Low back pain is also included in the model.

PCHETA Introduced in 119th Congress

Legislation would grow the palliative care workforce, increase awareness, and bolster research.

CAPC Launches New Pain Management Curriculum

CAPC's new pain management courses include the latest best practices in evidence-based pain management.

CMS Releases Proposed CY26 PFS

Physician Fee Schedule proposals include increased conversion factor for physician payments.

Innovations in Surgical Communication: When Surgery Is a Bad Idea, Focus on the Goals

Viewpoint argues that surgeons should share concerns when surgery is unlikely to help, focusing on goals and risks for patient-centered decisions.

Buprenorphine for Cancer Pain—The Safest Opioid, and Patients With Cancer Cannot Get It

JAMA Oncology viewpoint urges reforms to improve access to buprenorphine.

Evaluating Palliative Care Needs of Early-Phase Clinical Trial Patients

Study finds that a trigger referral system can expand palliative care access for early-phase clinical trial patients.

A Post-Discharge Palliative Care Pilot Clinic for Patients with Cancer

Study aimed to evaluate the impact of a post-discharge palliative care clinic on symptoms, hospital readmissions, and more.

Congress Passes Reconciliation Act of 2025

Major changes in health care policy included.

The National Alliance for Caregiving Releases Caregiver Training Services Implementation Brief

New resource outlines how health systems can use Medicare’s Caregiver Training Services (CTS) codes to better support family caregivers, and more.

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