Palliative care is a branch of medicine that can help improve the quality of life for people with serious and complex illnesses. In this video, learn how palliative care can help Black and Hispanic women with metastatic breast cancer, according to Monique Gary, DO, FACS, Breast Surgical Oncologist in Greater Philadelphia.
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Lauren Smith, MALauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
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Mera Goodman, MD, FAAPMera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.
