Welcome to the International Observatory on End of Life Care.

Thank you for visiting our website. You will find here comprehensive information about the varied programmes and projects we undertake and also details of our own Observatory Publications.

Our team of social scientists and clinicians at Lancaster collaborates with colleagues all around the world in an effort to provide research evidence to impact the development of hospice and palliative care. Do look for ways to get involved with us – through research collaboration, programmes of study, volunteering or grant support.

The “Global Development” section of our website contains analyses of the state of palliative care in over 60 countries of the world, including our most recent, Thailand. Under “Historical Analysis”, you will find examples of a range of projects designed to throw light on the history of hospice and palliative care in different settings. Our “Ethics” pages contain much up-to-date information and many useful links.

New for 2008: Masters in Hospice Leadership is a new postgraduate qualification that will be of special interest to chief executives, senior managers and suitably qualified people who aspire to lead hospices both in the UK and overseas.
For more information, select the following link: http://www.lums.lancs.ac.uk/executive/customcourses/hospice-leadership/.

Our site is updated constantly, so do hit your “refresh” button often! And keep checking for new projects, breaking news and future activities within the International Observatory on End of Life Care. Your interest is much appreciated.

Professor David Clark
Lancaster University, UK