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Palliative Care Services Development in Developing Countries of Asia-Pacific

by James White 1,*
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James White
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AMJ  2022 4(2):35; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.amj.20221226
Received: 21 October 2022 / Accepted: 24 November 2022 / Published Online: 26 December 2022
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Abstract

The development of palliative care services in developing countries of the Asia-Pacific region has been a critical aspect of improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from life-limiting illnesses. This paper explores the challenges and opportunities in expanding palliative care services in these countries, focusing on factors such as cultural attitudes, policy frameworks, and healthcare infrastructure. By analyzing existing literature and case studies, the paper highlights the importance of integrating palliative care into national healthcare systems and underscores the need for specialized training and resources for healthcare professionals. Additionally, the paper discusses the role of community-based programs in enhancing access to palliative care for underserved populations. While significant progress has been made, persisting gaps in funding, human resources, and awareness necessitate continued efforts to develop comprehensive palliative care services that cater to the diverse needs of the region's patients.

Keywords: Palliative Care, - Asia-Pacific, - Developing Countries, - Healthcare Infrastructure, - Policy Frameworks.;
Copyright: © 2022 by White. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

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White, J. Palliative Care Services Development in Developing Countries of Asia-Pacific. Asia-Pacific Medical Journal, 2022, 4, 35. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.amj.20221226
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White J. Palliative Care Services Development in Developing Countries of Asia-Pacific. Asia-Pacific Medical Journal; 2022, 4(2):35. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.amj.20221226
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White, James 2022. "Palliative Care Services Development in Developing Countries of Asia-Pacific" Asia-Pacific Medical Journal 4, no.2:35. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.amj.20221226
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White, J. (2022). Palliative Care Services Development in Developing Countries of Asia-Pacific. Asia-Pacific Medical Journal, 4(2), 35. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.amj.20221226

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