University) and Dr. Fumikazu Takeda (president of Saitama Cancer Center). Also attending from the Life Planning Center was myself, Dr. Nishitateno (director of Peace House Hospice) and Ms. Matsushima (director of education, Institute of Hospice Studies). The possible development of the Network was discussed followed by discussions about what areas we need to research or educate in hospice/palliative care in this region. Dr. Cynthia Goh had acted as chairman and Dr. Rosalie Show (English) and Dr. Maruya (Japanese) as secretaries. Even though the meeting was only two days, the discussions were very fruitful.
The Third APHNM is scheduled for Sunday, Nov.16, 1997 in Hong Kong, immediately before the Forth HK International Cancer Congress (16-19 Nov.1997).
The proceedings of the Network meeting and the summary of the presentations for the International Forum are included in this booklet for your information.