S10 E9 - Different Cultural & Religious Practices around Death

Dr Gaggandeep Singh Alg and Chaplain and Pastor Steve Thomas join us for an open and honest discussion about some of the cultural and religious practices that surround death and dying. We explore specific traditions, but also learn about the plurality of practices in the UK across cultures and within religions, and the importance of talking to patients and families about their personal spiritual beliefs. For resources, or signposting to organisations to help with any issues raised in the episode, see our show notes.Show notes are available to view and download at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail and curriculum mapping against Foundation, IMT, GPVTS, Geriatric Registrar and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.Presented by: Dr Jo Preston and Dr Sophie NormanSpecial Guests: Dr Gaggandeep Singh Alg and Pastor Steve Thomas.

Om Podcasten

A free open access series of podcasts for all healthcare professionals working with older adults. We will present the evidence base, recent advances and established best practice / wisdom in healthcare for older adults. Each episode reviews an aspect of caring for older adults from the perspective of our MDT faculty. A BigFings Media Production - www.bigfings.com