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[The hospice movement in Croatia--short review]
1Croatian Society of Hospice and Palliative Care, Croatian Medical Association, Zagreb, Croatia.
Acta Medica Croatica : Casopis Hravatske Akademije Medicinskih Znanosti
|December 26, 2009
Summary
The hospice movement in Croatia began in 1994, facing periods of progress, stagnation, and hope for future solutions. This article outlines its development, emphasizing the need for continued efforts in palliative care.
Area of Science:
- Palliative Care
- Hospice Development
- Public Health Initiatives
Context:
- The Croatian Society of Hospice and Palliative Care initiated the hospice movement in Croatia.
- The author led the society from its founding until 2009.
- The article focuses on the historical development of the hospice movement in Croatia.
Purpose:
- To describe the evolution of the hospice movement in Croatia.
- To delineate distinct developmental periods from 1994 to the present.
- To highlight challenges and aspirations for future progress in palliative care.
Summary:
- The hospice movement in Croatia has progressed through four distinct phases: beginnings (1994-1999), growth (2000-2005), stagnation (2006-2008), and an ongoing phase since 2009.
- Each period is characterized by specific achievements, challenges like 'burn-out,' and the search for sustainable solutions.
- The narrative emphasizes the resilience and hope for establishing effective palliative care, drawing parallels with international advancements.
Impact:
- Provides a historical overview of hospice care development in Croatia.
- Identifies critical junctures and challenges faced by the movement.
- Serves as a foundation for future research and policy development in palliative care within Croatia.
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