Analysis reveals differing symptom burdens and care needs in palliative care for oncologic and non-oncologic patients, suggesting tailored intervention is needed.
= 0.0021). Overall, 99.6% of patients died at home.ConclusionsPublicly funded HBPC can support a high intensity of medical and nursing care and enable successful home death for both oncological and non-oncological patients, even in socioeconomically vulnerable populations. While symptom profiles and care needs differ by diagnosis, functional status remains a key determinant of outcomes. These findings underscore the importance of PPS-guided care planning and workforce capacity to deliver equitable, scalable palliative care across disease groups.
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