Assessment of the rational use of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics at the Department of Health of Ramallah in Palestine.

Introduction: Appropriate antibiotic use requires using the right antibiotic, at the right dose, for the right duration, and at the right time. Drug-resistant diseases cause numerous deaths globally a year, and antibiotic stewardship is a cornerstone in fighting antibiotic resistance. This study focuses on tracking the antibiotic prescribing practices in Palestine and improving future antibiotic prescribing.

Patient satisfaction with pharmaceutical services at primary healthcare centers under the Palestinian Ministry of Health.

Background: The measurement of patient satisfaction is a vital metric that enhances stakeholders to take proactive steps in improving the quality of healthcare services within medical care systems. This study assessed patient satisfaction receiving pharmaceutical services from primary health care centers in the Palestinian Ministry of Health (PMoH) governorate directorates in the West Bank.

Methods: A total of 938 patients, all aged 18 years or older, completed a self-administered questionnaire.