A thematic collection by: Megan Doherty, WHO
Supporting Integration into Primary Care
World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that integrating palliative care into primary health care is crucial for achieving universal health coverage (UHC) and addressing the ethical responsibility of health systems to alleviate suffering.
Palliative care, which focuses on the prevention and relief of suffering for patients with life-threatening illnesses, should be accessible to all, especially within community and home-based settings.
By training primary health care providers in basic palliative care, most needs can be effectively met, ensuring continuity of care and equitable access. This integration not only supports patients but also their families, promoting a holistic approach to health care that respects patients' values and needs.
World Health Organization
Integrating palliative care and symptom relief into primary health care. A WHO guide for planners, implementers and managers.
Guide
16 Oct 2018
Palliative Medicine
Primary palliative care in low- and middle- income countries: A systematic review and thematic synthesis of the evidence for models and outcomes.
Article
01 May 2024
Integration into Humanitarian and Emergency Settings
Palliative care is crucial in humanitarian emergencies as it addresses the severe health-related suffering experienced by individuals during emergencies.
Palliative care provides holistic support, encompassing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects, ensuring dignity and comfort for those facing life-threatening conditions. Integrating palliative care into humanitarian responses not only alleviates suffering but also upholds ethical standards and human rights, fostering a compassionate approach to emergency healthcare.
World Health Organization
Integrating palliative care and symptom relief into the response to humanitarian emergencies and crises.
Guide
11 Mar 2018
WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean
Addressing noncommunicable diseases in emergencies: a regional framework for action
Briefs & Fact Sheets
11 Mar 2024
World Health Organization (WHO)
WHO Guidelines for the pharmacological and radiotherapeutic management of cancer pain in adults and adolescents
Guide
15 Feb 2019
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