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Disparities in patients’ perceptions on access to healthcare: implications to promote health equity in Palestine

Global Public Health
Equitable access to healthcare is essential for achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and improving health outcomes. This cross-sectional study examines patients’ perceived access to healthcare services in the West Bank, providing insights into ...
Ola Al Eker, Asma Imam
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Ethnic minority groups criticise US report on healthcare disparities [PDF]

, 2004
Owen Dyer
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Indirect assessment of hemorrhoid incidence using invasive treatment data in Japan: A 5‐year study based on nationwide health insurance claims

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
This study aimed to clarify the epidemiology of hemorrhoids by leveraging a comprehensive nationwide healthcare claims database in Japan. By analyzing invasive treatments for hemorrhoids over a 5‐year period (2018–2022), we identified key demographic patterns, including distinct bimodal peaks in incidence among males and females, and highlighted ...
Masamitsu Kido, Tomohiro Arita, Katsutoshi Shoda, Ken Inoue, Hiroyuki Okimura, Hiroki Shimizu, Jun Kiuchi, Kenji Nanishi, Atsushi Shiozaki   +8 more
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Health disparities monitoring in the U.S.: lessons for monitoring efforts in Israel and other countries

Israel Journal of Health Policy Research, 2018
Background Health disparities are a persistent problem in many high-income countries. Health policymakers recognize the need to develop systematic methods for documenting and tracking these disparities in order to reduce them. The experience of the U.S.,
Kathleen Abu-Saad, Shlomit Avni, Ofra Kalter-Leibovici   +2 more
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Using Geographic Information System (GIS) Software to Examine US Adult Asthma Prevalence and Healthcare Services Disparities [PDF]

, 2006
H Zeitz, M. Nawal Lutfiyya, Joel Emery McCullough, Eric Henley   +3 more
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Illness Severity among Non-English, Non-Spanish Speaking Patients in a Public Emergency Department [PDF]

, 2017
Background: Patients with limited English proficiency (LEP) have poor health outcomes compared to English proficient patients. Most studies on language proficiency and health disparities focus on Spanish.
Dirvonas, Tyler, M.D., Ence, Thomas, M.D., Kuo, Dick, M.D., Peacock, William F, M.D., Pillow, Malford T, M.D., M.Ed.   +4 more
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Influence of Facility Size on Perioperative Outcomes in Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy for 14 152 Patients With Esophageal Cancer Based on the Japanese National Clinical Database: A Multicenter Cohort Study

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
This multicenter study investigated 14 152 minimally invasive esophagectomies (MIEs) using data from the Japanese National Clinical Database and showed a significantly lower operative mortality rate in high‐volume centers than in low‐volume centers. However, no differences in morbidity rates were found between facility sizes.
Taro Oshikiri, Hisateru Tachimori, Hiroaki Miyata, Yoshihiro Kakeji, Ken Shirabe   +4 more
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Understanding Reasons for Cancer Disparities in Italy: A Qualitative Study of Barriers and Needs of Cancer Patients and Healthcare Providers

Cancer Control
Background The second leading cause of death in Italy is cancer. Substantial disparities persist in the level of care and outcomes for cancer patients across various communities, hospitals, and regions in Italy.
Giulia Ferraris PhD, Veronica Coppini MSc, Maria Vittoria Ferrari MSc, Dario Monzani PhD, Roberto Grasso MSc, Gabriella Pravettoni PhD   +5 more
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POLICY ADVICE ON EQUAL ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE: WHAT'S NEW?

Jurnal Administrasi Kesehatan Indonesia
We have less than ten years to achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In the health sector, it is crucial to focus on Goal 3, which aims for the health and well-being of everyone.
Abdu Nafan Aisul Muhlis
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Incorporating translational research with clinical research to increase effectiveness in healthcare for better health

Clinical and Translational Medicine, 2014
Background The transfer of new scientific discoveries into healthcare interventions requires that basic and clinical researchers work together with health care providers to generate team science.
Estela S Estape, Mary Helen Mays, Rosanne Harrigan, Robert Mayberry   +3 more
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