Diversity-sensitive palliative and hospice care in Germany - awareness, attitudes, and measures taken by service providers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Studies have shown that needs and expectations concerning palliative and hospice care differ in relation to patients' diversity characteristics. Patients from minority groups may encounter various barriers that can prevent them from using or receiving appropriate, high-quality care. While corresponding measures and approaches exist that aim to address the diversity of patients, it is currently unclear, to what extent they are utilized by German palliative and hospice care facilities.

Methods

To examine the current state of sensitivity or responsiveness to diversity of German palliative and hospice care providers, a mixed-mode cross-sectional survey was conducted using a random sample (n = 1901) of German hospices, palliative care units in hospitals, outpatient hos

SUBMITTER: Erdsiek F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12781678 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature