Health related quality of life among Iraqi immigrants settled in Malaysia.

Background: Migrants everywhere face several demands for health and maintaining good health and quality of life could be challenging. Iraqis are the second largest refugee group that has sought refuge in the recent years, yet little is known about their health related quality of life (HRQOL). The study aims at assessing the HRQOL among Iraqis living in Malaysia.

Patient satisfaction and loyalty to the private hospitals in Sana'a, Yemen.

Objective: To evaluate patients' satisfaction and loyalty to private hospitals and to identify factors influencing patient loyalty.

Design: A cross-sectional, population-based study was conducted between May and September of 2005.

Setting: Sana'a, the capital city of the Republic of Yemen.