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National Hospice Month, 2006
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For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
October 31, 2006

National Hospice Month, 2006
A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America



Americans demonstrate the great compassion of our country by caring for
those in need. During National Hospice Month, we recognize hospice
caregivers for their dedication to providing comfort and peace to
individuals in their last days and helping build a society that values the
life and dignity of every person.

Hospice physicians, nurses, counselors, and volunteers bring care and
support to the terminally ill through physical, psychological, social, and
spiritual aid. By helping control pain and minimize other symptoms, these
men and women bring relief to those who are terminally ill and show them
the utmost respect. Hospice care enables many of our citizens to spend
their final days in comfort and dignity surrounded by loved ones. This
palliative care plays a vital role in our Nation's health care system, and
the dedicated work of hospice caregivers helps ensure that our citizens
receive the services and support they need. Hospice caregivers also reach
out to families and friends to provide guidance and counseling after the
loss of a loved one.

Our Nation is grateful for the tireless efforts of hospice volunteers and
medical professionals, and during National Hospice Month, we recognize the
kindness of hospice caregivers and their devotion to making our country a
more loving and caring place.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2006 as National
Hospice Month. I encourage all Americans to observe this month with
appropriate programs and activities. I also ask Americans to recognize our
health care professionals and volunteers for their contributions to helping
provide comfort and care to those facing terminal illness.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand six, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.

GEORGE W. BUSH

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