Integrating Palliative Care Services in Pandemics and Emergencies Preparedness and Response Plans: Time for action in Oman.

Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J

Directorate General of Planning and Studies, Ministry of Health, Muscat, Oman.

Published: February 2022

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