Organization of the Saudi health system
(East. Mediterr. health j).
in English
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ABSTRACT
Using existing data, we reviewed the organizational structure of the Saudi Arabian health system its demography and history, principal health indicators, organization and management, type and distribution of facilities, financial base, and the impact on it of the Haj. We noted duplication of services, inadequate coordination between some health industry sectors, and the need for a more extensive and rational health centre network with improved information systems and data collection. We also noted scope for a greater role for the private health sector and increased cooperation between it and the public sector to improve health service delivery and population health
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Collection:
Databases of international organizations
Health context:
SDG3 - Target 3.8 Achieve universal access to health
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Sustainable Health Agenda for the Americas
Health problem:
Delivery Arrangements
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Financial Arrangements
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Multisectoral Coordination
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Goal 4: Health financing
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Goal 6: Information systems for health
Database:
WHO IRIS
Main subject:
Primary Health Care
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Referral and Consultation
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Budgets
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Health Status Indicators
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Public Sector
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Private Sector
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Models, Organizational
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Delivery of Health Care
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Financing, Government
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Health Services Research
Language:
English
Journal:
East. Mediterr. health j
Year:
2002