Over the years from 2014 to 2021, the Tunisian government had a strong desire to spread power more evenly across the country. This meant giving regional hospitals more control over their own healthcare systems. The idea was to make sure that people in all regions had fair access to healthcare servic
When it comes to global surgery, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), infection prevention and control (IPC) takes center stage. Without reliable IPC measures, surgical site infections (SSIs) and other healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) can run rampant, leading to higher ri
Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a serious form of cancer that demands a special treatment approach called trimodal therapy (TMT). This approach includes pre-surgery medication, a modified radical mastectomy, and radiation therapy after the surgery. While this is considered the best way to treat
Imagine trying to predict how a baby will be born. Over the past decade, doctors have been using ultrasound during labor to help figure this out. This technique is called intrapartum ultrasound (ITU) and it's gaining attention worldwide. However, it's not as common in low- and middle-income countrie
China's elderly population is growing rapidly, and with age come unique concerns. A recent study explored the factors that keep China's seniors awake at night, focusing on health issues, finances, and medical worries. Interestingly, those in poor health had more sleepless nights, while wealthier ind
When it comes to making decisions about health services, including those for mothers and newborns, it's crucial to involve everyone affected – service users and other stakeholders. This practice is seen as democratic and open. But, in low- and middle-income countries, there's a gap in understanding
In bustling cities of low- and middle-income countries, the urban poor population is growing. This means the need for efficient primary healthcare services is more crucial than ever. To ensure these services are accessible and affordable, it's vital to understand what factors urban dwellers consider
You might not think about it much, but violence against women is a big problem in many countries. In places with average incomes, it's often ignored or downplayed. But the truth is, it happens all the time. One place where it commonly surfaces is in primary care clinics. Doctors and nurses there see
Loneliness isn't just a rich-world issue. It's a global problem that affects people everywhere, especially in low- and middle-income countries. But, there's not much research on what causes it in these places. So, scientists decided to find out. They looked at people's health and lifestyle to see wh
Improving child health hinges on boosting healthcare quality. But gathering and understanding service quality data is tough. The connection between how ready a facility is and the care it offers isn't simple. Let's dive into what's happening in five low- to middle-income countries. First, we need t
