Dear Editor-in-Chief Health Technology Assessment (HTA) program in Iran has just passed 10th anniversary of attendance in Iran health system. Amount and quality of published studies such as systematic review, meta-analysis and economic evaluation reports […]
Abstract Background Access and the use of information and communication technology, especially mobile phones, have expanded significantly in recent years; therefore, we aimed to rank the potential applications of mobile apps in the Iranian health […]
Abstract Introduction The objective of this study is to conduct an assessment of Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) systems compared to usual care for controlling glycosylated hemoglobin in type 2 diabetes. Methods The study was a […]
چکیده یکی از مشکلات مهم سلامت در بسیاری از کشورهای جهان، کمبود ویتامین آ می‌باشد که باعث عوارض جدی در کودکان شده است. در سراسر جهان، حدود 8/2 میلیون کودک 6-4 ساله، تحت تأثیر علایم […]
Dear Editor-in-Chief Despite its perceived benefits, globalization has deepened health threats across borders. Such a situation has transformed heath into a multifaceted and transnational phenomenon, whose challenge is beyond the capacity of independent institutions and […]
Abstract Background The impact of pricing strategies on different socioeconomic groups is not uniform. There is urgency in addressing of characteristics of household demand to make a policy choice in line with development goals. Objectives […]
Abstract Background Building upon decades of continuous reforms, Iran has been implementing various initiatives to reach universal health coverage (UHC). Improving efficiency is a crucial intermediate policy objective for UHC. Therefore, this article aimed to measure […]
Abstract Background Insufficient transparency in prioritization of health services, multiple health insurance organizations with various and not-aligned policies, plus limited resources to provide comprehensive health coverage are among the challenges to design appropriate Health Insurance […]
Abstract Purpose This study aims to explore the challenges of providing primary health care (PHC) to Afghan immigrants in Tehran as an important global human right issue. Design/methodology/approach In this exploratory study, a total of […]
Summary The prevalence of non‐communicable diseases (NCDs) are increasing in low‐income countries including Palestine. This study was conducted to assess the capacity of Palestinian primary health care system to prevent and control of NCDs. This […]