2023
DOI: 10.1017/s147895152300144x
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Access to palliative and supportive care in the Philippines: A call to action

Jeff Clyde G. Corpuz

Abstract: Palliative and supportive care need is increasing in the Philippines due to rising mortality rate and noncommunicable diseases in addition to the COVID-19 pandemic (Corpuz 2023). The Philippines' palliative care is expected to rise due to increased prevalence of chronic diseases, increasing awareness, an aging population, government support, and technological advancements (Corpuz 2023). In the absence of a professional palliative care team, the immediate family serves as the caregiver of the dying patient. Cul… Show more

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“…2 The Philippine Department of Health should integrate HIV services into primary healthcare systems from barrio clinics to municipal level hospitals to reduce the separation between general healthcare and HIV care. 5 This includes training healthcare professionals in HIV diagnosis, treatment, and counseling. 3 In conclusion, the HIVAIDS epidemic in the Philippines is a public health concern.…”
Section: Hiv Epidemic In the Philippines: A Multisectoral Collaborationmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…2 The Philippine Department of Health should integrate HIV services into primary healthcare systems from barrio clinics to municipal level hospitals to reduce the separation between general healthcare and HIV care. 5 This includes training healthcare professionals in HIV diagnosis, treatment, and counseling. 3 In conclusion, the HIVAIDS epidemic in the Philippines is a public health concern.…”
Section: Hiv Epidemic In the Philippines: A Multisectoral Collaborationmentioning
confidence: 99%