This report, authored by Isabel Pereira, explores the integration of palliative care into healthcare systems from a human rights perspective. The study focuses on eight Latin American countries, analyzing the barriers and progress in implementing palliative care services. It emphasizes the need for a rights-based approach to healthcare, advocating for policy reforms to ensure access to palliative care and pain management. The report serves as a resource for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates, aiming to promote awareness and influence public policy to guarantee human rights for patients suffering from severe chronic pain. |