The uncomfortable subject of death was the focus of a virtual talk aimed at encouraging people to have open discussions with their loved ones about the final stages of their lives. Great Western Hospital’s palliative and end of life care team, along with palliative care specialists from Prospect Hospice hosted the online event intended to help people die with dignity, in the place that they want and with the people they want around them. Professionals talked about their experiences with end of life care and the support they offer to patients and their families. Dr Natasha Wiggins, clinical lead and consultant in palliative medicine, said: “It is really important for people to have a conversation and plan for their end of life care. You don’t have to be unwell, and it doesn’t matter what age you are when you have the conversation.