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The International Journal of Palliative Nursing was established in 1995. It is a peer reviewed Journal and has a strong international Editorial Board. The primary aims of the Journal are to disseminate research findings through the publication of academic papers, to explore the relationship between theory and practice and to stimulate the cross fertilisation of ideas between nurses involved in palliative care worldwide. The scope of the Journal reflects the development and expansion of the speciality of palliative care in general, and palliative nursing in particular. Consequently it carries papers which address the needs of people who are facing any life threatening illness, at any stage of the disease continuum, and who are cared for and supported in any care setting. The Journal is concerned with all aspects of palliative nursing practice, education, management and research. It endorses and values interprofessional working and welcomes papers and correspondence from all professional groups.