Publications by authors named "Asia Binta Amanat Sumi"
AIMS Public Health
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- - The study examines the challenges elderly indigenous people in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, Bangladesh face in accessing healthcare services, utilizing qualitative research methods including 30 in-depth interviews and participant observations.
- - Thematic analysis revealed major issues such as lack of healthcare knowledge, geographical and financial barriers, high medical costs, scarcity of nearby hospitals, and communication difficulties that hinder access to care.
- - Findings aim to inform policymakers and healthcare providers, suggesting improvements in healthcare access and advocating for better inclusion of elderly indigenous individuals in social safety net programs.
