How does the general public perceive hospice and palliative care? -an empirical study from China.

ABSTRACT:

Context

Global aging and rising chronic disease burden have made hospice and palliative care (HPC) a healthcare priority. China has initiated three rounds of HPC pilot programs covering two-thirds of its cities, yet public utilization remains low. Understanding public knowledge, attitude, and preference (KAP) toward HPC is essential to overcoming adoption barriers and fostering acceptance.

Objectives

To empirically evaluate public KAP for HPC, pinpoint influencing factors, and offer targeted strategies to address challenges.

Methods

This cross-sectional study assessed public KAP using the culturally adapted Public Knowledge, Attitude, and Preference of HPC Scale (P-KAPHPCs). Regression analysis was applied to identify factors associated with KAP. A structural equation

SUBMITTER: Tang Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12534962 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature