Kidwai’s home-based palliative care in Karnataka reaches over 3,000 patients and caregivers
On World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, Kidwai institute highlights home visits and bereavement support for families dealing with life-limiting illnesses
At the State-run Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KMIO) in Karnataka, the Department of Palliative Medicine has been providing home-based care for patients with advanced cancer and other life-limiting illnesses. In recognition of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day on October 10, the department reported over 750 home-care visits, covering more than 12,000 kilometers and serving more than 3,000 beneficiaries, including both patients and caregivers.
These services extend beyond medical treatment, addressing the emotional, financial, and practical challenges faced by patients and their families. The department works with volunteers and NGOs to provide financial support for children's education, essential equipment like waterbeds and airbeds, and nebulizer machines for use at home.
Multidisciplinary teams offer medical assessment, symptom management, nursing care, and support in familiar surroundings, reducing the burden of repeated hospital visits. Palliative care also includes bereavement support for families after the death of a loved one, with guidance on coping with grief and accessing necessary resources.
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