IAPC Position Paper on Nutrition and Decision Making in Palliative Care

We are pleased to share an important milestone in our ongoing commitment to excellence in palliative care. With sincere gratitude, we extend a huge thanks to the members of our Ethics Forum for their dedicated work in developing the discussion document Nutrition and Decision Making in Palliative Care.

This thoughtful document reflects the values and insights of our broader IAPC membership. It was created through the generosity and commitment of the Ethics Forum members, who volunteered their personal time and expertise to ensure that the content is both professional and representative of our collective voice.

In palliative care, decisions about nutrition are often deeply complex—intertwining medical, ethical, and emotional considerations. The Ethics Forum’s work brings clarity and compassion to these discussions, supporting care teams and families alike in navigating this sensitive aspect of care with dignity and understanding.

We are proud to share the final document with you. Attached, you will find a copy. We encourage you to read it, reflect on it, and share it within your networks. It is a resource that can support important conversations and guide meaningful decision-making.

To the Ethics Forum: well done, and thank you. Your efforts continue to elevate the standard of care we provide, and we are deeply appreciative.