Burden of caregivers of older people in Sri Lanka: an overlooked concern in the health care system
Abstract Background Caring for older people has become a significant public health concern in Sri Lanka due to the growing aging population. This has placed a heavy burden on family caregivers, particularly those caring for older individuals with multiple chronic conditions. Recognizing this challen...
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Main Authors: | Nirmala Rathnayake, Wedura Kannangara, Thilina Abeygunasekara, Warsha De Zoysa, Dhammika Palangasinghe, Sarath Lekamwasam |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2025-01-01
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Series: | BMC Geriatrics |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-025-05681-7 |
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