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Living with a terminal diagnosis is a serious business. Many believe that all doors in life close, and end-of-life care entails hushed voices and a sombre mood in a hospice where all are waiting for death. Jennifer Taylor, retired Rehabilitation Lead at St. Christopher’s Hospice, London, dispels many myths by shining a light on the unexpected sense of fun shared by patients, their families and carers. Amusing anecdotes point to the profound impact of humour in palliative care, and provide an insight to the diverse services hospice care offers, enabling every patient to truly live to the end of life. These are complemented by personal reflections and experiences drawn from simple everyday events, providing deeper meaning in the face of adversity. “Take Care to Laugh” celebrates the resilience of the human spirit. The heartwarming humanity revealed is both touching and inspirational.