title: The Island Hospice model of palliative care.
abstract: There has been a substantial increase in cancer detections in Africa over years, and it has also been noted that higher number of individuals are affected by the later stages of cancer that lead to death. When it comes to cancer care, Zimbabwe is no exception with its ongoing palliative care related research, though still in its infancy. The need for advanced and more accessible palliative care to assist the vulnerable has been intensified by this increase in cancer prevalence. Island Hospice, which is a centre of excellence in palliative care has varying elements of the models that it employs to engage those most in need of palliative assistance, especially children and financially-challenged individuals.
authors: Island Hospice and Healthcare, 6 Natal Road, Belgravia, Harare, Zimbabwe.
authors: Thembelihle
authors: T
authors: Khumalo
authors: Island Hospice and Healthcare, 6 Natal Road, Belgravia, Harare, Zimbabwe.
authors: Valerie
authors: V
authors: Maasdorp
keywords: Island Hospice; cancer; palliative care