Palliative care is defined as care for the terminally ill and their families, especially which is provided by an organized health service. This book has been compiled to present a comprehensive account of information about contemporary issues associated with palliation. The readers will encounter some challenging and at times, discerning, yet motivating and stimulating perspectives in the care of people needing palliation. This book analyzes current practices; discusses challenges faced in implementation and describes paradigm of care in the field of palliation. This book presents issues, challenges and opportunities ahead. Hence, it stimulates readers to explore and develop their interest in palliative care practice.