Raquel Ibáñez, PhD candidate at the WeCare Chair, wins two Audience Awards in the “Present your thesis in 4 minutes” competition

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Raquel Ibáñez-Monforte, PhD candidate in the Humanities and Health Sciences programme at UIC Barcelona and researcher linked to the WeCare Chair, has received two Audience Awards in the 8th edition of the interuniversity competition “Present your thesis in 4 minutes”, organised by the Catalan Foundation for Research and Innovation (FCRi). Her research was highly appreciated in both the oral…

WeCare Chair Participates in the EAPC Congress

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The WeCare Chair had a strong presence at the European Association for Palliative Care (EAPC) Congress held in Helsinki, presenting several research projects focused on key issues in palliative care, end-of-life conversations, and the ethical and clinical implications of euthanasia. A total of six posters, one poster discussion, and one oral presentation were delivered by members of the research team: Posters:…

WeCare participates in the Congress of the Uruguayan Society of Palliative Care

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WeCare directors, Cristina Monforte and Joaquim Julià, took part in the 5th Congress of the Uruguayan Society of Palliative Care, held from May 22 to 24. Monforte and Julià were invited speakers in a roundtable discussion on the Desire to Hasten Death (DHD), where they spoke about the contextualization, definition, and epidemiology of DHD, and…

Dídac Ballester: Design as a Tribute to Palliative Care

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Dídac Ballester, a renowned Valencian designer specializing in visual identity and editorial design, enthusiastically took on the challenge of creating the award for the Àltima Prizes, which honor outstanding work in the field of palliative care. For Ballester, this commission was a unique opportunity to connect design with a deeply human cause, placing emphasis on…

A Memorable Evening at the Áltima – WeCare Chair Awards Gala Dinner

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Last night, May 8th, 2025, we celebrated the Áltima – WeCare Chair Awards Gala Dinner for Excellence in Palliative Care, held at Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau in Barcelona. It was an unforgettable evening bringing together healthcare professionals, leading organizations, and institutional representatives to honor commitment, excellence, and impact in the field of palliative care. The…

Cristina Monforte Takes Part in AAMYCP Training Session on the Desire to Hasten Death

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Last Saturday, April 5th, Cristina Monforte participated as a guest speaker at the training session organized by the Argentine Association of Palliative Medicine and Care (aamycp), titled “The Desire to Hasten Death.” The board of directors organized the session for all its members. Dr. Monforte was the main guest and delivered a lecture titled “Conceptualization of the Desire…

RAPHAEL Horizon Europe Face-to-Face Meeting in Barcelona

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On April 3rd and 4th, the annual face-to-face meeting of the RAPHAEL Horizon Europe project was held in Barcelona, with the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC Barcelona) as the hosting institution. The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to foster collaboration among consortium members, share expertise, and move forward with the different work packages of the project. Representatives from several partner…

Participation in the XIII Congress of the Catalan-Balearic Society of Palliative Care (SCBCP 2025)

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On February 21 and 22, 2025, the XIII Congress of the Catalan-Balearic Society of Palliative Care (SCBCP 2025)was held in Sabadell, a reference event for professionals in the field of palliative care. Cristina Monforte participated as an invited speaker in the round table titled: She presented the talk: Additionally, the following communications were presented during the congress: These contributions reflect the commitment to research and…

I Áltima – WeCare Chair Awards

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Áltima, in collaboration with the WeCare Chair, launches the I Áltima – WeCare Chair Awards: Excellence in Palliative Care.These awards aim to recognize professionals, teams, and projects excelling in research and care in palliative medicine, enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families during critical times.Nominations can be submitted personally or on behalf…