Palliative care is provided at any stage of the cancer trajectory. It mostly starts when curative treatment is not possible and the caring efforts focus on improving the patient's quality of life and relieving their suffering. For this reason, we developed chains and partnerships with associations that aid the group in the dissemination of our conducted research and projects.
Arab Palliative Care Academy (APCA)
Palliative Cancer Care research members are partners with The APCA academy. The members provide lectures and workshops in Palliative and End of Life care with the collaboration of other colleagues in the academy. The APCA is a significant regional organization focusing on advancing palliative care in the Arab world. It plays a vital role in promoting and developing palliative care education, training, and research across Arab-speaking countries. It is an important institution in Jordan dedicated to advancing the field of palliative care in the country and the broader region. It aims to improve the quality of life for individuals with serious, chronic, or life-limiting illnesses through education, training, advocacy, and research in palliative care practices.
The academy offers educational programs for healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, social workers, and other members of the care team. These programs are designed to improve their understanding of palliative care principles, including pain management, symptom control, and the psychological and spiritual aspects of care for patients facing life-limiting illnesses. The academy encourages and supports research on palliative care, focusing on improving clinical practices, developing new care models, and exploring culturally appropriate solutions for the region. This research is aimed at enhancing the delivery of palliative care services and advancing knowledge in this field.
The Kuwait's Palliative Care Center
The Palliative Cancer Care Research Group started a new collaboration with Mrs. Ibtesam Alenezi -Assistant Director of Nursing at 'The Palliative Care Center' in Kuwait.
The Palliative Care Center is a highly specialized hospital in Shuwaikh within the Sabah Health Region. It was generously donated by the International Islamic Charitable Organization in collaboration with CAN (Cancer Awareness Nation) and officially inaugurated by the Honourable Health Minister, Dr. Hilal Al-Sayer. The center operates as an inpatient facility with four wards, each containing eight private rooms, with Wards 1 and 3 designated for female patients and Wards 2 and 4 for male patients. A dedicated team of specialized physicians and 55 highly trained nurses provides exceptional Palliative care. Outpatient services are available during working hours from Sunday to Wednesday. The center also features a range of specialized departments, including Physiotherapy, Pharmacy, Nutrition, and Psycho-Social departments, ensuring comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with advanced illnesses.