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The effect of informal caregiver support on utilization of acute health services among home care clients: a prospective observational study

Background: Emergency department visits and hospitalizations (EDVH) place a large burden on patients and the health care system. The presence of informal caregivers may be beneficial for reducing EDVH among patients with specific diagnoses.

Tue, 01/22/2019 - 16:07

Policy Measures to Support Palliative Care at Home: A Cross-Country Case Comparison in Three European Countries

Context: The proportion of people in need of palliative care worldwide is rising, and the majority wish to receive this care at home.

Thu, 01/03/2019 - 15:02