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Palliative Curriculum Reimagined: A critical evaluation of the UK palliative medicine syllabus

Julian Abel*, Allan Kellehear

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

The UK Palliative Medicine Syllabus is critically evaluated to assess its relationship and relevance to contemporary palliative care policy and direction. Three criteria are employed for this review: (1) relevance to non-cancer dying, ageing, caregivers, and bereaved populations; (2) uptake and adoption of well-being models of public health alongside traditional illness and disease models of clinical understanding; and (3) uptake and integration of public health insights and methodologies for social support. We conclude that the current syllabus falls dramatically short on all 3 criteria. Suggestions are made for future consultation and revision.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1-7
Number of pages7
JournalPalliative Care: Research and Treatment
Volume11
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 29 May 2018

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  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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