Episode 2: Dr Mary Nevin: Experiences of providing end of life care to patients in their homes during Covid-19
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Episode 02 - Dr Mary Nevin Dr Mary Nevin is an Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, Dublin City University. During this episode, Mary reflects on her experiences of providing end of life care to patients in their homes during Covid-19. We hear of the challenges she faced during this time and how she overcame some of these challenges.
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