Geographic Variation in Knowledge of Palliative Care Among US Adults: Findings From 2018 Health Information National Trends Survey.

Guanming Chen Young-Rock HongDiana J WilkieSheri KittlesonJinhai HuoJiang Bian

Published in: The American journal of hospice & palliative care (2020)

The variation of PC knowledge on census division and state level in 2018 was consistent with the real-world geographic disparities in the availability of PC programs. These findings represent an opportunity for minimizing the gap of geographic disparity by initiating strategic programs and promoting PC programs nationwide.

Keyphrases

health information
palliative care
public health
healthcare
social media
cross sectional
quality improvement
advanced cancer