Publications by authors named "Christiane Saliba"

Objectives: To assess the prevalence of non-utilization of dental care in Lebanon and associated socioeconomic factors and self-care behaviours.

Methods: A nationwide, quantitative, survey-based study was conducted by trained interviewers with Lebanese residents aged ≥18 years between July and September 2019. Univariate analyses were performed using Pearson Chi Square test or the Fisher's exact test followed by a binary logistic regression using the SPSS Version 25.

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Introduction: According to Lebanese official data, Lebanon hosts over 1.5 million displaced Syrians (DS). Research shows that migrants encounter barriers when accessing healthcare.

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The study aims to examine cultural differences and discrimination as difficulties encountered by DS when using the Lebanese healthcare system, and to evaluate the equity of DS access to health services in Lebanon. This is a qualitative study using in-depth semi-structured interviews with DS and Lebanese healthcare professionals. The participants were selected by visiting two hospitals, one public Primary Healthcare Center, and three PHCs managed by Non-Governmental Organizations.

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Introduction: In the context of public health, seeking or not seeking dental care is a poorly documented topic. However, its control is essential for the establishment of effective prevention.

Purpose Of Research: The main objective of our study is to explore the perceptions, attitudes, social representations and factors determining the behavior of the Lebanese population seeking oral care in two governorates, Beirut and Mount Lebanon.

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