Rethinking medical appointments
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Application of the theory of planned behaviour for predicting the determinants of workplace violence reporting behaviour among public hospital healthcare workers in Malaysia: A cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT Introduction: Reporting workplace violence (WPV) is a crucial preventive measure. Given the great impact of WPV on mental health and well-being, this study aimed to determine the prevalence and determinants of WPV reporting among healthcare workers (HCWs).Methods: A total…
Impacts of accreditation on the performance of primary health care centres: A systematic review
ABSTRACT Introduction: Evidence on the impacts of accreditation on primary health care (PHC) services is inconsistent. Thus, this study aimed to assess the impacts of accreditation on the performance of PHC centres.Methods: This study systematically reviewed articles published from 2000…
Changing tide of attire: Reflecting on the choice of clothing in primary care settings
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Exploratory factor analysis of items for evaluating healthy lifestyles related to mental health among undergraduate students
ABSTRACT Introduction: A healthy lifestyle is pivotal for improving mental health. As the concept of a healthy lifestyle is comprehensive, there is a need to prioritise components related to mental health in planning proper mental health interventions. In this regard,…
Financial challenges in the family physician programme in Iran: A systematic review of qualitative research
ABSTRACT Introduction: The family physician programme (FPP) was implemented nearly two decades ago as a major health reform. Since the health system and FPP function in a rapidly changing social and economic environment, successful expansion of the programme requires a…
An eight-year old girl with fever and rash: What is the possible diagnosis?
ABSTRACT In this clinical challenge, we describe the case of a previously healthy 8-year-old girl who presented to a primary care clinic with fever, reduced oral intake and malaise on day 3 of her illness. Clinical examination revealed that she…
Use of ChatGPT in medical research and scientific writing
ABSTRACT ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) language model based on the GPT-3.5 architecture, is revolutionising scientific writing and medical research. Researchers employ ChatGPT for diverse tasks, including automated literature reviews, structured-outline generation and drafting/editing assistance. The tool adapts language for…
ABC approach for the management of adults with hyperthyroidism: A practical strategy in primary care
ABSTRACT Hyperthyroidism is commonly seen in primary care settings. However, the management of hyperthyroidism might be unclear to primary care doctors. Various guidelines have been published to assist clinicians in the management of thyroid disorders at various levels of care.…
Sustainable Development Goals and the role of and implications for primary care physicians
ABSTRACT The Declaration of Alma-Ata in 1978 and the subsequent Declaration of Astana in 2018 highlight the important role of primary health care in delivering ‘health for all’ and supporting progress towards universal health coverage. Alongside these key declarations, the…