Sri Lanka, Nov. 4 -- The Government is implementing a comprehensive programme to systematically integrate palliative care services into the country's national health system.

Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said the move will provide people suffering from serious illnesses including cancer, with the necessary care services for a good quality of life while being free from pain and suffering as much as possible and preserve human dignity.

Pointing out that palliative care, which embodies our cultural values of humanity, kindness, respect and the value of human life, is an essential part of healthcare, Jayatissa said it is a priority responsibility of the Government to minimise the suffering of people affected by seriou...