Participating in the National Cancer Plan NGOs meeting hosted by the Ministry of Public Health

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SANAD was invited to participate in the National Cancer Plan NGOs meeting hosted by the Ministry of Public Health. We presented our communications strategy approach to hospice care to a number of NGOs pertaining to cancer-related topics in Lebanon, and attended the presentations of their own strategies on communicating their missions, all in a common goal to increase awareness and …

Discussion Circle on End of Life Matters at Rafik Hariri University Hospital

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SANAD, in collaboration with RHUH, organized a community group discussion circle on end-of-life matters. The discussion circle likely served as a safe space for community members to openly talk about various aspects related to end-of-life care, including advance care planning, palliative care, decision-making processes, religious or cultural considerations, and emotional support for both patients and their families.

“Improving the Mental Health of Terminally-ill Patients and their Caregivers” Workshop with LPA

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SANAD delivered a workshop titled “Improving the Mental Health of Terminally-ill Patients and their Caregivers” to members of the Lebanese Psychological Association. This workshop aimed to address the unique emotional and psychological challenges faced by individuals diagnosed with terminal illnesses and their families, providing insights and strategies for mental health professionals to support them on their difficult journey.

Participating in The National Conference on Palliative Care

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SANAD, The Home Hospice organization of Lebanon, was invited to participate in the National Conference on Palliative Care, themed ‘Dignity in Palliative Care at End-of-Life.’ This significant event took place at the Halim and Aida Daniel Academic Hall Building, forming part of the Palliative Care Program organized by the Medical Center at the American University of Beirut. At this conference, …

Lecture on Women’s Health and Hormones at the Beqaa Wellness Club

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SANAD’s Wellness Club in Beqaa (SWCB) held its first activity, and it was a success! The club had the privilege of hosting a thought-provoking lecture by health coach Maisa Zureikat, shedding light on the importance of hormonal balance for women. From understanding the impact of hormones on our bodies to embracing self-care, this enlightening session left the attendees feeling empowered …

Team Visit to Kuwait

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SANAD’s team, represented by the organization’s founding president, Lubna Izziddin, Nursing Director Zainab Zibara, and the Head of the Quality, Research and Development Unit Farah Demachkieh and Psychologist Zeina Ramadan, visited Kuwait on the 16th of this month. The visit included various stops that varied between training and raising awareness about palliative care and networking with members of the Kuwaiti …

SANAD’s Book Reading Tour

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Like every year, SANAD has created a Children’s Book Reading Tour being part of the Palliative care month, and we managed to carry on the readings despite the economic, financial and political circumstances. The Book reading tour aims to open the discourse and sensitize children to the idea that death is just a part of life in a positive and …