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Cancer Association Launches Palliative Care Fund for Vulnerable Patients

Palliative Care Namibia, a division of the Cancer Association, has introduced the Palliative Care Fund to enhance access to hospice and palliative care for financially vulnerable citizens. Rolf Hansen, the CEO of CAN and Palliative Care Namibia says this is aligned with CAN’s Patient Financial Assistance Programme adding that the fund aims to support those in critical need of end-of-life care, covering expenses such as medication and nursing services.  

today29 January, 2025

Health / Medical

CAN Appeals for Support for State Cancer Patient Care

  The Cancer Association is urging the public and corporate community to support the newly launched Palliative Care Namibia Fund to assist financially vulnerable state patients. From 1 March 2025, the fund will enable state patients to access ward care at House Zietsman, which currently accommodates private patients. The facility aims to provide care for up to nine terminally ill patients, ensuring the same quality of care as private patients. […]

today28 January, 2025