Thriving Marketplace for Quality Items at EvK
In the face of adverse weather conditions, the charitable event "Market of Good Things" successfully raised 879 euros on the parking deck of EvK Herne. The event was spearheaded by "Active for Palliative Care," with the funds destined to grant special wishes for patients residing on the palliative care unit.
Organizer Irene Nebel showcased delight at the turnout of attendees, including District Mayor Kai Gera, who engaged in constructive conversations with Nebel, a longstanding advocate for the initiative since 1997. Nebel called for a more prominent role for palliative care within society, expressing concern over the misconceptions and anxiety it provokes.
The topic of palliative care, when compared to its current status, requires increased attention and understanding in our society. One challenge is the lack of accessibility, as many patients may prefer settings other than acute care facilities. Frequently, palliative care is not provided in preferred locations, as is the case in Canada, where only 15% of the population has access to palliative care services[1].
Training and specialization among healthcare professionals constitute another hurdle, which can affect care quality. A survey discovered that 50% of professionals lacked palliative care specialization[4]. Furthermore, as the elderly population expands, the demand for palliative care grows, necessitating additional resources to support these services[1].
The supposed association of palliative care with end-of-life care remains a hindrance, creating misconceptions. To rectify this, strategies like education, community engagement, media representation, policy advocacy, and healthcare professional collaboration can be employed to improve understanding[1][3][5]. By addressed these perceived obstacles, the public's appreciation for the benefits of palliative care can grow.
- Irene Nebel, the organizer of the "Market of Good Things," emphasized the need for a higher societal focus on palliative care, citing concerns about misconceptions and anxiety surrounding the topic.
- Recognizing the importance of palliative care, Nebel advocated for the improvement of lifestyle and home-and-garden deals-and-discounts shopping platforms to facilitate access for those who prefer settings other than acute care facilities.
- In light of politics and policy-and-legislation, she urged for increased general-news coverage to raise awareness, combat misconceptions, and raise funds to grant special wishes for patients residing on palliative care units.
- Nebel proposed multi-faceted solutions, including education, community engagement, media representation, policy advocacy, and healthcare professional collaboration, to improve understanding and adequately address the demographic and resource challenges faced by palliative care services.
