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Heath care worker placing a hand on the shoulder of a sick patient in bed

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2016

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Heath care worker placing a hand on the shoulder of a sick patient in bed

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A palliative care specialist is a health professional who specializes in treating the symptoms, side effects, and emotional problems of patients who have a serious or life-threatening disease.

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Heath care worker placing a hand on the shoulder of a sick patient in bed
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Heath care worker placing a hand on the shoulder of a sick patient in bed