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Development of a «people-centred approach» to realising healthcare by facilitating, patient participation in health attainment in South Africa and Ukraine

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  • Pashnee Naicker

    (Cape Peninsula University of Technology)

  • Visvanathan Naicker

    (Cape Peninsula University of Technology)

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Object of this research is South Africa's healthcare system. South Africa's healthcare system faces numerous challenges that contribute to inadequate access to quality healthcare for its citizens. These challenges include a scarcity of healthcare workers, insufficient funding and resource allocation, a high burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases, as well as disparities in healthcare access and outcomes driven by socioeconomic status and geographic location. Consequently, many South Africans endure unfavourable health outcomes, limited availability of essential health services, and a prevailing sense of mistrust towards the healthcare system. Concurrently, Ukraine has encountered its own set of healthcare obstacles, including similar shortages of healthcare professionals, funding deficiencies, and disparities in healthcare access exacerbated by armed conflict. This study provides insights into the patient experience, utilizing Kolb's experiential learning theory. It employs qualitative and quantitative methods, including a questionnaire administered to conveniently sampled participants at Chris Hani Baragwanath hospital's HIV/AIDS unit. Data analysis using Excel and SPSS reveals a communication gap between healthcare workers and patients, highlighting the need for Department of Health training on communication and diversity. Finally, the implementation of consistent patient feedback mechanisms is essential for healthcare institutions to comprehend evolving patient needs, fostering the adoption of a «people-centred» approach to delivering high-quality healthcare services. By incorporating insights from Ukraine's challenges, this study not only addresses the specific healthcare obstacles faced by South Africa but also provides a broader perspective on healthcare issues across diverse contexts. These insights enable policymakers and healthcare professionals to identify potential solutions and work towards improving healthcare access and outcomes for all citizens, ensuring the overall health and well-being of the population of South Africa and other countries with similar challenges.

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  • Pashnee Naicker & Visvanathan Naicker, 2023. "Development of a «people-centred approach» to realising healthcare by facilitating, patient participation in health attainment in South Africa and Ukraine," Technology audit and production reserves, PC TECHNOLOGY CENTER, vol. 5(4(73)), pages 45-52, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:baq:taprar:v:5:y:2023:i:4:p:45-52
    DOI: 10.15587/2706-5448.2023.285091
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    1. Luck, J. & Peabody, J.W. & DeMaria, L.M. & Alvarado, C.S. & Menon, R., 2014. "Patient and provider perspectives on quality and health system effectiveness in a transition economy: Evidence from Ukraine," Social Science & Medicine, Elsevier, vol. 114(C), pages 57-65.
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