2. OBJECTIVES OF SERVICE 2.1 To provide comfort and relief of distressing physical symptoms related to advanced and incurable progressive life threatening conditions. 2.2 To provide support to patients and family members facing psychosocial and spiritual issues related to incurable progressive life threatening conditions. 2.3 To prevent and minimize suffering by early identification, impeccable assessment and prompt intervention of physical, psychosocial and spiritual problems related to incurable progressive life threatening conditions. 2.4 To promote understanding and respect towards patients at the end of life and to prevent unnecessary and futile interventions in order to allow a peaceful and dignified death. 2.5 To promote education in the field of palliative medicine and palliative care for both healthcare and non-healthcare professionals.