Showing the way forward: Pain and Palliative Care Policy of the Government of Kerala.
- Resource Type
- Article
- Authors
- Paleri, Anil Kumar
- Source
- Indian Journal of Palliative Care; Jun2008, Vol. 14 Issue 1, p51-54, 4p
- Subject
- GOVERNMENT policy
PALLIATIVE treatment
HOSPICE care
- Language
- ISSN
- 09731075
The article discusses the Pain and Palliative Care Policy stated by the government of Kerala, India. It cites that the policy underscores the community based approach to palliative treatment and regards home based care as the foundation of palliative care services. Government integration to palliative care providers and several community based organizations is essential in boosting its quality and accessibility. The article also mentions role of the policy to the needy people in Kerala, India.