Background The number of new leprosy cases is declining globally, but the disability caused
by leprosy remains an important disease burden. The chance of disability is increased by …

Help-seeking behavior (HSB) is vital for older people to sustain their health. As people in
aging societies increasingly demand management of their multiple symptoms, communities …

The COVID-19 pandemic has inhibited people's help-seeking behaviors (HSBs). In
particular, older people in rural communities experienced limited access to medical care …

Internet hospitals, as a new forum for doctors to conduct diagnosis and treatment activities
based on the internet, are emerging in China and have become integral to the development …

Background Most women with breast cancer in Ethiopia are diagnosed at an advanced
stage of the disease, but the reasons for this have not been systematically investigated. This …

Background Screening programs may help to address the burden of chronic kidney disease
(CKD) in Australia. Public awareness is an important determinant of the uptake of screening …

Background Appendicitis is a common surgical emergency that poses a large clinical and
economic burden. Understanding the global burden of appendicitis is crucial for evaluating …

Background Community-based health insurance (CBHI) scheme is an emerging strategy for
providing financial protection against health-related poverty. It is being piloted in the Sheko …

Maintaining people's health based on their help-seeking behavior (HSB) regarding mild
symptoms is essential. An effective HSB, especially self-management, can facilitate the …

Background Outpatient department visits per individual for each year are one of the core
indicators of healthcare delivery to assess accessibility or quality of services. In addition, this …