Publications by authors named "Nouf Aleisa"
We aimed to determine the prevalence of MHAs' usage and explore the context and determinants of using MHAs among inhabitants in Saudi Arabia (SA). This cross-sectional study randomly selected 679 adult inhabitants from the 20 health regions in SA through an electronic, self-administered, well-structured, and validated Arabic questionnaire. The prevalence of using MHAs was 47.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPrimary health care reform in Saudi Arabia: progress, challenges and prospects.
East Mediterr Health J
October 2021
Article Synopsis
- - Saudi Arabia began reforming its primary health care system in 2016 to align with international standards, increase public trust, and address noncommunicable diseases, as outlined in Saudi Vision 2030.
- - A review of past studies showed that by mid-2019, the reforms led to a 37.5% increase in primary health care visits and improved patient satisfaction, though challenges like human resources and cultural behaviors remain.
- - The conclusion emphasizes that while positive changes in the health care system are evident, ongoing improvements are necessary to keep up with the growing expectations of the population.