Bereavement needs to be considered in the context of COVID-19 too. Globally we are seeing increasing numbers of unexpected and premature deaths from COVID-19. Families will need support with bereavement where they may have been expecting a longer trajectory of illness for a loved one with cancer. Furthermore, traditional cultural rituals and ceremonies may be prohibited in line with social distancing. We need talk to spiritual leaders to understand what can occur and provide guidance to the families of those who die to discuss how and when they might be able to hold services for their loved ones.