Search for dissertations about: "Private pharmacies"

Showing result 6 - 9 of 9 swedish dissertations containing the words Private pharmacies.

  2. 6. Interventions for improved prescribing and dispensing of medicines in Nepal, Thailand and Vietnam

    Author : John C Chalker; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Dispensing; prescribing; intervention studies; rational drug use; antibioitcs; indicator studies; simulated client method; ARI; STD; Vietnam; Nepal; Thailand.;

    Abstract : Background: To find successful interventions to improve drug use, especially antibiotics, is a pressing need in low income countries. The objectives of the research are to explore current practice and knowledge of practitioners in the public and private sectors in resource poor countries, and experiment with different interventions to improve practices in the prescribing and dispensing of medicine. READ MORE

  4. 7. Management of reproductive tract infections among health providers and in the community in Lao People's Democratic Republic

    Author : Amphoy Sihavong; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Reproductive tract infection; prevalence; syndromic case management; antimicrobial self-medication; community; perception; treatment-seeking behaviour; competence; health provider; Lao PDR;

    Abstract : Background: Reproductive tract infections (RTI), including sexually transmitted infections (STI) constitute an important health threat, both directly and through their potential effect in facilitating HIV transmission. Creating community awareness of RTI/STI and how to prevent them is essential in minimising their spread. READ MORE

  5. 8. The value of evaluating and implementing pharmaceuticals

    Author : Kasper Johannesen; Martin Henriksson; Lars-Åke Levin; Magnus Janzon; Katarina Steen Carlsson; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Pharmaceuticals are a central part of high-quality health care and a resource for improving population health. However, high prices set by private companies who develop and own the rights to new pharmaceuticals question the value that they contribute to the health care system. READ MORE

  6. 9. Tuberculosis control in Vietnam : directly observed treatment, short-course (DOTS) : the role of information and education

    Author : Nguyen Phuong Hoa; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Tuberculosis; DOTS; knowledge; practice; health seeking behaviour; case detection; Vietnam.;

    Abstract : Background: In 1993, the WHO declared tuberculosis (TB) a global emergency. At the same time, the DOTS strategy was recommended for controlling TB. DOTS focuses on sputum smear positive pulmonary TB patients who present themselves to a health facility for diagnosis. READ MORE