World Hospice and Palliative Care Day

In observance of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day on October 10, 2026, the Philippine Society of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (PSHPM) reaffirms its commitment to pain management as an essential part of palliative care.

Through this position statement, PSHPM highlights the importance of equitable access to appropriate pain relief for all patients, particularly those in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas.