Training healthcare providers in the area of palliative and oncology care for LGB patients

The aim of this pilot project was to support palliative and oncology care staff to deliver affirmative care to their LGB patients and families. It also aimed at increasing palliative and oncology care staff awareness of relevant LGB issues. A 50 minutes training module was developed and 200 health and social care professionals participated in 17 trainings. The pilotwas funded by the Irish Hospice Foundation, the Irish Cancer Society and the Health Service executive.

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Type
NGO/Civil Society Document, Practices & Practices Databases
Theme
Groups that experience vulnerability: women, ethnic minorities, LGBTI+, migrants, disability, Health systems and services, primary health care, integrated systems, prevention services, health workforce
Country
Ireland
Level
Local
Year
2010


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