Primary Care Services
Primary Health Care (Primary Care Services) services refer to the essential health care services that are provided at the first point of contact between individuals and the healthcare system. It is a fundamental approach to health care that aims to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities, emphasizing prevention, early intervention, and continuity of care.
Key features of Primary Health Care services include:
Accessibility: Primary Care Services services should be available and easily accessible to all members of the community, regardless of their socioeconomic status, geographic location, or cultural background.
Comprehensive Care: Primary Care Services services cover a wide range of health needs, including preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative services. This can include vaccinations, maternal and child health care, family planning, chronic disease management, and basic diagnostic and treatment services.
Continuity of Care: Primary Care Services aims to provide continuous and coordinated care, ensuring that patients' health needs are met over time and across different healthcare settings.
Patient-Centered Approach: Primary Care Services emphasizes the importance of involving patients in their care, considering their preferences, values, and cultural backgrounds.
