Healthcare Reform - Science topic

This article systematically reviewed urban health services for newborns and children using data from various published research work, databases, government portals and relevant websites. The available evidence suggests that the delivery of optimal child healthcare services in urban India remains challenging due to fragmented and weak public healthc...

The COVID-19 pandemic was a historic stress test for global healthcare systems, exposing systemic vulnerabilities while simultaneously accelerating the adoption of technological innovations. At the intersection of this transformation lies Artificial Intelligence (AI) and education-two domains that have emerged as critical drivers of post-pandemic h...

It is already a common practice for many health care systems in the world to opt for mixed markets where different types of health care facilities compete against each other to offer high-quality health care to patients. Nevertheless, little is known about the effects of the interaction between hospitals of the same or different type on patient hea...

The global south has been at the forefront of developing new low-cost, community-based support interventions for those suffering mental ill-health. We argue that these approaches should inform the reform of mental healthcare globally. You can read it here: https://rdcu.be/ep7qA

Background Kidney transplantation is the preferred treatment for end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) in the United States, yet access and outcomes vary by insurance type, race, and socioeconomic status. This systematic review synthesizes U.S.-based evidence on how insurance coverage influences transplant waitlisting, access, and outcomes. AI-assisted a...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to transform telemedicine globally, offering unprecedented opportunities to extend quality healthcare services to underserved populations. In Nigeria, primary health centers (PHCs) form the backbone of rural and peri-urban healthcare delivery, yet they face chronic underinvestment, technological lag, and workf...

Background: This study explores the reproductive healthcare experiences of Black Queer birthing individuals in the United States, focusing on how intersecting systems of oppression, particularly anti-Black racism, heteronormativity, and medical inequity, impact their access to and quality of reproductive health services, including assisted reproduc...

This paper reviews the development of Aotearoa-New Zealand’s (New Zealand’s) specialist Mental Health and Addiction Services (MH&A Services) and Mental Health and Addiction plans (MH&A Plans) to improve the mental well-being of all New Zealanders. It does so in the context of New Zealand’s 2022 health reforms, and the government’s response to its 2...

Florida’s climate, aging population, and high tourism rates create a high demand for dermatology services, yet access to those services remains challenging. This is especially true in rural areas, where residents face severe provider shortages that force them to travel long distances for specialized care. In urban centers, residents struggle with l...

Background Since 2020, China has implemented a payment method known as “Diagnosis-Intervention Package” (DIP) in 71 cities nationwide to address the specific needs of the country. The objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of DIP on medical quality and the burden experienced by inpatients covered under the Urban Employee Basic Medical In...

Introduction Hospital competition has been a common feature in healthcare reforms worldwide, yet scant attention has been paid to its impact on healthcare quality in China. This study aims to comprehensively evaluate the impact of hospital competition on healthcare quality under China’s healthcare reform. Methods This study used multiple datasets...

Background The global population aging trend has intensified concerns regarding pancreatic cancer (PC), a leading cause of cancer-related mortality with a 5-year survival rate of 13%. This study evaluates the global burden, temporal trends, and socioeconomic disparities of PC among individuals aged ≥55 years using the 2021 Global Burden of Disease...

Background: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition requiring early identification and intervention to improve outcomes. Nurses are key to ASD care, facilitating referrals and supporting interventions, but often face knowledge gaps and limited training. In Kazakhstan, rising diagnoses of ASD, and healthcare reforms highligh...

Among women, mood fluctuations during the menstrual cycle are a common but often ignored problem, especially in culturally conservative societies such as Pakistan. With an emphasis on hormonal changes, this study explores the physiological and psychological aspects of mood swings during menstruation. Data was gathered from twenty-five participants,...

As políticas de atenção apresentam princípios e diretrizes elementares ao cuidado, orientando práticas em saúde, sobretudo na Atenção Primária à Saúde, porta de acesso do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS). O objetivo deste artigo é analisar a interface entre a Política Nacional de Atenção Integral à Saúde do Homem (PNAISH) e a Política Nacional de Reduç...

O artigo analisa a chegada das enfermeiras norte-americanas como acontecimento que constituiu modos de ensinar e aprender, instituindo a Enfermagem como profissão no país. Ensaio inspirado no método genealógico de Michel Foucault para examinar as condições de possibilidade desses acontecimentos que apresenta condições políticas, econômicas e sociai...

Background Suboptimal patient flow and impaired hospital access can lead to adverse outcomes, including lower care quality, higher mortality risk, and patient dissatisfaction. Despite awareness, optimizing patient flow remains an area requiring further development. This study aimed to comprehensively identify factors hindering patient flow in a lar...

Greenland faces severe challenges with the recruitment and retention of health workers. A healthcare reform from 2010 did not have the expected effect. On this background we explored health worker perspectives on barriers and opportunities for improvements. To generate knowledge of opportunities and challenges in delivering culturally relevant heal...

Smart medicines are FDA-regulated, evidence-based, smartphone-delivered treatments used alone or alongside drugs. Unlike general health apps, these prescription digital therapeutics are authorized to make treatment claims and are already in use for conditions such as migraine (CT-132), insomnia (Somryst), and major depressive disorder (Rejoyn). The...

The February 2022 Russian invasion in Ukraine delayed healthcare reforms. The conflict has led to disruption of medical supply chains and a rapid need for integration between military and civilian entities. This study aims to assess the organization and logistics of the Ukrainian trauma system since the Russian invasion. Qualitative key informant i...

Equitable access to healthcare remains a fundamental goal of public health systems globally, but access alone is insufficient without community agency and participatory governance. This paper explores how the democratization of health policy processes-through civic engagement, patient-centered design, and inclusive decision-making-can drive more su...

Despotic leadership harms both employee motivation and well-being. It has been studied using several theories, including social exchange and social learning theory, the latter suggesting learning stems from imitation. This study explores dark side of leadership, particularly in current healthcare reforms in Pakistan, such as Medical Teaching Instit...

This chapter attempts to establish the macro social foundation of lay Catholic social spirituality for healthcare workers that applies the sociological concept of diffused religion as well as civil society’s social reform agenda to resist the commodification of healthcare in the contemporary age. It argues that active involvement in civil society a...

Cerebral palsy (CP) remains a significant public health challenge in Nigeria, with limited maternal healthcare, birth complications, and neonatal infections contributing to its high prevalence. This study develops a mathematical model to analyze the dynamics of CP progression, the impact of risk factors, and the effectiveness of treatment intervent...

Objectives: This study explores the relationship between women's healthcare autonomy and mental health in Senegal, where cultural and societal norms often marginalize women's autonomy. Recognizing autonomy as a crucial determinant of well-being, the study aims to evaluate how autonomy in health-related decision-making correlates with mental health....

Background Since the 2009 healthcare reform, the Chinese government has been committed to establishing a universal healthcare system. This study aims to investigate the complex reasons behind rural residents’ decision to forgo participation in the medical insurance system by examining causal relationships and interactions. Methods This study emplo...

As healthcare systems worldwide confront aging populations and escalating costs, the debate between private insurance and public provision intensifies. Advocates of privatization frequently cite efficiency as a core advantage of private insurance over public systems like Medicare. However, recent scholarship-including Kenigson's (2025) The Emperor'...

This research explores the legal risks that are likely to hinder the development of innovative technologies in Ukraine’s healthcare. Despite extreme economic constraints and decreased scientific funding, the Ukrainian government actively promotes the integration of medical technologies (medtech), such as digital health and AI-driven tools, as essen...

Lebanon is currently facing a multifaceted crisis marked by economic collapse, political instability, and the deterioration of its healthcare system. In response to increasing medical costs, shortages in essential drugs, and a lack of access to specialised care, this paper explores the potential of integrative health as an alternative and complemen...

Introduction To assess whether the comprehensive reforms in 2017 (Reform 1) and 2019 (Reform 2) in Beijing have achieved the anticipated targets by analyzing the changes in curative care expenditure (CCE) and related indicators before and after the reforms. Methods Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, data are not comparable for the period after 2019, we...

This article looks at the World Health Organization (WHO) financing in the healthcare system of Ukraine within the context of military conflict and its consequences. The research elaborates on the important financing plans, funds provision, and emergency measures the WHO has undertaken in order to support the provision of critical healthcare servic...

The nature of legal support for international relations between the European Union and Azerbaijan in the current conditions and in modelling the prospects for its development is determined, taking into account the existing experience of Ukraine in this regard. The author analyses and outlines the legal nature of the regulatory framework for the for...

Purpose Belgium faces a fiscal consolidation challenge at a time when the fiscal cost of aging is mounting. This article documents the magnitude of the fiscal cost of aging focusing on pensions and healthcare. It also discusses policy that can mitigate the cost of aging. Design/methodology/approach The article assesses the cost of aging based on a...

Algeria continues to face persistent challenges in ensuring the provision of effective and equitable healthcare services, particularly at the local level. Although various healthcare reforms have been initiated in recent years, structural and financial gaps remain, especially in the realm of primary healthcare. These challenges highlight the need t...

Background Liver transplantation is a complex, multidisciplinary procedure that requires integrated and coordinated care to ensure favourable patient outcomes. However, healthcare fragmentation, usually characterised by inadequate communication between providers and inconsistent follow-up, can undermine the continuity of care, potentially leading t...

Background: The current state of the healthcare system suggests a need for greater integration of care and services (ICS), as mandated by recent healthcare reforms. According to Longpré (2017), ICS can be strengthened by using professional mechanisms derived from clinical practice and direct care provided by professionals. As charge nurses (CN) hol...

Background: Intermediate care in primary care settings occurs widely in different shapes and forms and is mainly intended to provide an alternative to hospital care for older people. In the international context, the Nordic states are often looked to because of their model of universal welfare and integrated municipal health and long-term care serv...

Background Horizontal equity is defined as equal care for equal needs, regardless of socioeconomic factors. This study investigated trends in horizontal equity in mental health care (MHC) utilization in Sweden from 2006 to 2022. Monitoring equity provides valuable information for healthcare system governance (e.g., planning and resource allocation)...

Background After China implemented the Urban and Rural Residents’ Basic Medical Insurance (URRBMI) integration reform in 2016, medical costs for rural residents remain unalleviated. This might be attributed to the program’s higher deductibles, combined with lower reimbursement rates and ceiling lines. Methods Using CHARLS data from 2013 - 2020, th...

Background Ethnic minority groups are particularly vulnerable to healthcare inequities, with catastrophic medical expenditures often pushing them into poverty. However, empirical research on the impact of healthcare reforms on these populations remains limited. This study aims to address this gap by exploring the effects of healthcare payment refor...

Background Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is a central component of the Sustainable Development Goals, and integrated healthcare is recognized as a key pathway to achieving UHC. China’s healthcare reform, aimed at realizing the “Healthy China 2035” goal, faces challenges in ensuring the coordinated development of disease prevention, medical servic...

Background/Objectives: The Portuguese NHS has embarked on an administrative restructuring aimed at enabling healthcare professionals, particularly family doctors, to focus on direct patient care and improve overall healthcare outcomes. This article details these measures, their initial benefits for patients and professionals, and explores future st...

Introduction Ageing right care(fully) is a transnational research study which explores and maps an understanding of the care pathways between ageing in place and hospital at home policy and practices for older adults in Israel, the Netherlands and Sweden. The countries are suited to be compared where they have growing, ageing populations, a focus o...

As healthcare systems worldwide confront aging populations and escalating costs, the debate between private insurance and public provision intensifies. Advocates of privatization frequently cite efficiency as a core advantage of private insurance over public systems like Medicare. However, recent scholarship-including Kenigson's (2025) The Emperor'...

Smoking remains a significant public health issue in Europe, with elective surgery offering a key opportunity for intervention. Knowledge gaps exist around its prevalence and the optimal timing for preoperative cessation to improve outcomes, despite current guidelines recommend smoking cessation up to six weeks prior to surgery. This study aims to...

South Africa’s healthcare system has undergone extensive reforms since the end of apartheid, yet significant disparities rooted in racial and socioeconomic inequities persist. Historically, apartheid policies directed resources toward a private healthcare system exclusive to the white minority, marginalizing the public sector serving Black South Af...

Background Clinical healthcare reform demands high-quality patient care, especially in emergencies. Patient-centred care (PCC) prioritises therapy based on health, characteristics, and needs. Aim This study examines critical care nurses’ views on PCC in a hospital in eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal. Setting The study was conducted at a selected tertiary...

La protección financiera en salud es un compromiso de los estados para garantizar a sus ciudadanos el acceso equitativo a servicios de salud de calidad, evitando que el gasto de bolsillo en salud (GBS) genere desequilibrios financieros en los hogares y los exponga a gastos catastróficos o empobrecedores. En Sudamérica, las reformas sanitarias de lo...

Reproductive politics lie at the intersection of gender, power, and governance, shaping women's autonomy through laws, policies, and cultural norms. Historically, colonialism and population control initiatives marginalized women, particularly in the Global South, fostering distrust in healthcare systems. Feminist movements advocate for reproductive...

Introduction Recent legislation in Florida, including SB 254, SB 1580, and HB 1557/1069, has created barriers for LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly those seeking gender-affirming care (GAC). SB 254 limits access to GAC by restricting Medicaid coverage and allowing only physicians to provide treatment. SB 1580 permits healthcare providers to refuse t...

Mit der aktuellen Gesundheitsreform, die zu Beginn des Jahres 2025 in Kraft getreten ist, soll die Krankenhausversorgung effizienter und unbürokratischer werden. Durch eine verbesserte Versorgungsstruktur und eine veränderte Finanzierungsgrundlage sollen die Qualität der Behandlung in Krankenhäusern verbessert werden. Was bedeutet das für die klini...

A critical component of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 reform agenda is its alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3, which is dedicated to the promotion of health and well-being for all. This narrative review offers a mid-term assessment of Saudi Arabia’s progress in attaining these objectives, with a particular emph...

Background Comprehensive health reforms aimed at strengthening primary healthcare (PHC) are infrequently adopted and often poorly evaluated in low-income and middle-income countries. China launched a system-wide PHC reform with a staggered roll-out between 2014 and 2018 with multiple components: (1) gatekeeping via tiered reimbursement, (2) a famil...

This paper presents a comprehensive model for digital health transformation in Bangladesh, leveraging ethical and Islamic finance to create a sustainable and equitable healthcare system. The model integrates advanced digital technologies such as telemedicine, mobile health applications, artificial intelligence (AI), and blockchain to enhance health...

Introduction. Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) remains one of the leading causes of mortality in Ukraine, despite healthcare reforms and the development of reperfusion care. High hospital mortality and limited rehabilitation coverage highlight the need for a systemic revision of treatment and recovery approaches. Aim. To analyze the organizational...

The hospital structural reform through the Hospital Treatment Remuneration Improvement Act (Krankenhausversorgungsverbesserungsgesetz, KHVVG) will fundamentally change the medical care landscape in Germany starting in 2025. Outpatient care and cross-sectoral care models will substantially influence advanced surgical training. In particular, compreh...

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of mortality globally, posing a significant burden on health systems and economies. This study analyzes global, regional, and national trends in cardiovascular mortality from 2000 to 2020, utilizing age-standardized mortality rates (ASMRs) to ensure comparability across diverse populations. Ov...

Introduction Physicians are an indispensable part of the healthcare system, crucial for maintaining public health. Since the issues in market-oriented healthcare reform emerged in 2003, China has implemented a series of healthcare system reforms to improve the equitable distribution of medical resources. The impact of these reform measures on the p...

This literature review examines how genetic modification technologies impact both socioeconomic and health inequality. It is structured around four main themes: (1) disparities in access to genetic engineering based on income levels and national development, (2) health inequalities caused by unequal distribution of gene-based treatments, (3) differ...

Background: Health insurers and managed care organizations often limit patient choice to in-network care providers through selective contracting, involving procurement agreements with service providers or ownership of healthcare institutions. Patient choice reforms, i.e., reforms which expand hospital choice and reduce the power of the selective c...

The disparity in medical resource distribution across regions poses a significant challenge to healthcare reform in China. To address this, China has introduced the hierarchical medical system (HMS). This study evaluates the HMS’s impact on the equitable distribution of medical resources. We employ the Theil index to quantify the equalization of re...

ABSTRACT: Structural racism is a deeply embedded determinant of health disparities in the United States, disproportionately affecting underserved populations, including racial minorities and low-income communities. Historical and systemic inequities in housing, employment, education, and environmental exposure contribute to adverse health outcomes,...

Introdução: O Rio de Janeiro no começo do Século XX experimentava uma crise sanitária que demandou a criação de uma nova organização da Saúde Pública Brasileira. Objetivos: descrever as estratégias de educação sanitária para combater as doenças venéreas durante a reforma sanitária e analisar o contexto no qual o ensino de enfermagem de saúde públic...

Background Improving primary health care (PHC) physician’s capacity has been identified as an important area in the healthcare reform. The continuing medical education (CME) training programs are conducive to enhancing competence of PHC physicians. But few studies have explored PHC physicians’ needs and preferences for CME training programs. This s...

The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of Rwanda’s healthcare system, an understanding of the infrastructural challenges and barriers to accessing care for Rwandans, and areas where Rwanda has made progress in its healthcare system. We examined the literature published on Rwanda’s healthcare system and social determinants of health. W...

Purpose This study examines the efficiency dynamics of public health service providers in Colombia between 2010 and 2021. In order to achieve this objective, a data panel is utilized to assess the effectiveness of 841 institutions across three levels of complexity (1, 2 and 3) in providing patient care, taking into account user satisfaction from 20...

This study investigates 101 hospital heritage sites in Shaanxi (1889–1992). It addresses the lack of a standardized definition and fragmented research on Chinese hospital heritage. Data were collected from Shaanxi local records, hospital architectural documents, and satellite imagery. These were supplemented by interviews with 33 stakeholders direc...

Digitalization strategies often encourage technical interconnectedness and coherence to ensure professional collaboration and quality in patient care. However, how care is configured when professionals work with digitally mediated forms of communication is complex. The aim with this paper is to show how the complexity of health professional work an...

The EMBRACE (Expanding Medical and Behavioral Resources with Access to Care for Everyone) healthcare reform plan represents a comprehensive transformation of the United States healthcare system. This innovative framework integrates multiple healthcare delivery models, combining elements of universal coverage, private insurance markets, and evidence...

This paper examines the current state of Policy Capacity (PC) in South Korea, focusing on government officials and public researchers, and proposes strategies for enhancement. Despite significant progress, including the establishment of specialized agencies like the Korea Development Institute (KDI) and the National Research Council for Economics,...

The opioid crisis is a multifaceted public health emergency that impacts individuals, families, and communities across socioeconomic and geographic boundaries. Rooted in overprescription, socioeconomic disparities, and systemic issues, the epidemic is driven by both legal and illicit opioid use. This paper examines the scope of the opioid crisis, c...

Background To reduce duplicate medical exams and tests for patients across different hospitals and alleviate their financial burden, Zhejiang, with the capital Hangzhou, has launched a digital healthcare reform named “Zhejiang Medical Mutual Recognition” from 2021 and become a pilot province in China. This digital healthcare reform policy has begun...

Background Healthier SG (HSG), introduced in July 2023 by Singapore’s Ministry of Health as a nationwide primary care reform initiative, aims to enhance preventive care within the primary care sector, strengthen patient-physician relationships, and integrate health and social care. It incorporates a transition to capitation-based payment models and...

Objectives To evaluate the implementation and sustainability of the effect of a 1-year Leadership in Education for Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (LEND) program in a southeastern state, and to examine its impact on advancing the Maternal Child Health Bureau’s (MCHB) Blueprint for Change—a national agenda for pediatric healthcare reform...

Technological advancements in genetic research are crucial for nations aiming to uplift their population’s quality of life and ensure a sustainable economy. Genomic information and biotechnology can enhance healthcare quality, outcomes, and affordability. The “P4 medicine approach”—predictive, preventive, personalized, and participatory—aligns with...

Background The choice of specialty is a pivotal decision for medical students, shaping their professional identities and career trajectories. Ophthalmology, a field combining surgical precision with the preservation of vision, often receives limited exposure in medical curricula. This study aims to explore factors influencing medical students' inte...

Background: Following its independence, Kazakhstan implemented several reforms, including the adoption of the Entrepreneurial Code in 2008. This study aims to evaluate the impact of these reforms on the number and per capita rates of epidemiologists, nurse epidemiologists, epidemiological surveillance centers, and infectious morbidity from 1998 to...

Objective To examine healthcare-seeking delays among immigrant patients with acute ischaemic stroke (AIS), identifying key factors contributing to these delays and proposing evidence-based interventions for policy formulation and research. Design A retrospective observational study analysing healthcare-seeking behaviours and delay times among immi...

Este estudo aprofunda a análise do papel central do Movimento Sanitário na construção do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) brasileiro, adotando como referência o modelo de Múltiplos Fluxos de Kingdon. Aproveitando o contexto político e social da transição democrática, o Movimento Sanitário articulou com êxito diferentes atores sociais, incluindo profiss...

Background Indonesia has implemented a series of healthcare reforms including its national health insurance scheme (Jaminan Kesehatan Nasional, JKN) to achieve universal health coverage. However, there is evidence of inequitable healthcare utilization in Indonesia, raising concerns that the poor might not be benefiting fully from government subsidi...

In my thesis, I conduct a comparative analysis of corporatization and privatization in healthcare systems, particularly focusing on the evolving landscape in Saudi Arabia. I define corporatization as the integration of corporate governance within public healthcare and privatization as the transfer of healthcare services to private entities. This st...

Introduction Pharmacists are increasingly adopting patient-centered roles, improving healthcare outcomes by reducing medication errors and costs. In China, recent healthcare reforms recognize and compensate for pharmacy services. However, patient awareness of these services and their willingness to pay (WTP) remain underexplored. Therefore, this st...

With notable differences in healthcare outcomes and access among various regions and demographic groups, healthcare disparities in Nigeria pose a serious threat to public health. Numerous factors, such as geographic, demographic, education, cultural, and socioeconomic level, all have an impact on these disparities. The health disparity between urba...

Introduction Since 2009, the Chinese government has launched a new health system reform that affected primary healthcare significantly. We aimed to analyze the factors associated with job satisfaction among village clinic doctors since the new healthcare reform, and to provide a reference for the next stage of reform. Methods We systematically sea...

Background: This systematic review assesses the role of the Cooperative Health Insurance System (CHIS) in achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Saudi Arabia's evolving healthcare system by consolidating and analyzing findings from diverse studies to provide a comprehensive overview of CHIS's impact and also identifies contextual challenges...

This chapter assesses the use of machine learning (ML) to estimate service process performance and outlines questions concerning the modeling process. In particular, this study focuses on experimentation with service networks using trained artificial neural networks (ANNs). The theory is based on proactive supply chain risk management studies, the...

Women, particularly in low-income countries, are disproportionately affected by the HIV epidemic, with social, cultural, and economic factors exacerbating their vulnerability. Gender-inclusive HIV prevention programs have emerged as a critical strategy to address these disparities by focusing on the unique needs of women and girls. These programs s...

This study, set against the context of China's New Healthcare Reform, focuses the site selection issue for Township Health Centers in rural areas with limited resources, using Liannan Yao Autonomous County as a case study. It innovatively integrates multidisciplinary approaches from geography, urban planning, management, and sociology to develop a...

Unequal access to healthcare and inadequate financing have highlighted the need for healthcare reform to increase efficiency while nsuring equity in healthcare financing worldwide. Our study evaluates the capacity of Kazakhstan?s healthcare system reform, transitioning from a tax-financed system to compulsory social health insurance (CSHI), to addr...

The article highlights the innovative transformations that have taken place in Ukraine over the past two years within the framework of legislative processes aimed at ensuring effective public management of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in the healthcare sector. In the context of modern challenges, in particular, a full-scale war, the importanc...

Annotation. The purpose of this work is to study the solution of the problem of mental health of the population of Ukraine and the comparative experience of WHO. The methods used in the work are: bibliosemantic, content analysis. The WHO has developed tools and recommendations, comprehensive policy plans for all member states in the “Comprehensive...

Contemporary healthcare reforms are being significantly shaped by the ongoing advance-ments in technology. One area where these advancements are proving crucial is in the un-derstanding and treatment of depression, which is increasingly emerging as a substantial public health concern. To address this issue, there is a growing interest in leveraging...

Saudi Arabia prioritises primary healthcare reform to address challenges like population growth, high demand, high costs, and unequal access. The 2030 vision aims to integrate and maintain primary healthcare centre (PHC) services, while the healthcare privatisation plan seeks to modernise and expand primary care, medical cities, and dialysis centre...

This study investigates the relationship between out-of-pocket (OOP) healthcare spending, economic growth, population growth, and government health expenditure as a proportion of general government expenditure using National Health Accounts (NHA) estimates. Out-of-Pocket (OOP) healthcare spending imposes a substantial financial burden on households...

The healthcare industry, a key pillar of Chinas economy, has shown steady growth driven by expanding revenues and its critical role in national development. Globally, increasing healthcare demand has prompted policies such as healthcare reforms and health promotion programs, fostering growth. Simultaneously, innovations in big data, AI, and biotech...

O Sistema Único de Saúde é um marco histórico em nosso país. No entanto, apesar de todos os avanços, encontra-se distante da proposta ambicionada pela Reforma Sanitária. Destaca-se como impasse, o modo como se organizam os processos de trabalho no cotidiano dos serviços de saúde. A vista disso, tem-se a Educação Permanente em Saúde (EPS) apontada c...