National Paliative Care Strategy 2018 | Department of Health

It is estimated that 40 million people worldwide would benefit from palliative care but only about 14% receive the care they need. World Health Organization, 2017a . Palliative care is a fundamental component of universal health coverage. World Health Organization, 2013. While Australia is among a relatively small number of countries currently providing a level of integrated, comprehensive ... ................
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