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Aust J Rural Health · Feb 2009
Key considerations in delivering appropriate and accessible health care for rural and remote populations: discussant overview.
- John S Humphreys.
- Monash University School of Rural Health, Bendigo, Victoria, Australia. john.humphreys@med.monash.edu.au
- Aust J Rural Health. 2009 Feb 1;17(1):34-8.
ObjectiveTo provide an overview of papers discussing optimal service delivery models for rural and remote Australia.DesignA synthesis of overarching considerations guiding rural and remote health service policies.SettingSmall rural and remote communities in Australia.ParticipantsInvited delegates attending the Inaugural Rural and Remote Health Scientific Symposium in Brisbane 2008.Main Outcome MeasuresKey issues underpinning health service provision for small rural and remote communities.ResultsThe formulation and implementation of effective health service provision policies must be underpinned by overarching health goals, agreed health service requirements, recognition of how rural and remote health contexts impact upon health service provision and the constraints limiting health service responses.ConclusionSystemic change is required in order to ensure equitable access to health care services in small rural and remote communities.
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