Family practice
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Village doctors, as gatekeepers of the health system for rural residents in China, are often confronted with adversity in providing the basic public healthcare services. ⋯ Village doctors in various regions of China have similar preferences for training. Thus, future training should focus more on the training needs and preferences of village doctors.
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Review
Early detection of neurodevelopmental disorders in paediatric primary care: A scoping review.
Earlier detection of children at risk for neurodevelopmental disorders is critical and has longstanding repercussions if not addressed early enough. ⋯ No studies included occupational therapy as a healthcare provider that could be used within the paediatric primary care setting. However, all studies demonstrated models of care facilitating characteristics aligning with occupational therapy practice. Models of care facilitating characteristics identified interdisciplinary staff as a major contributor, which can include occupational therapy, to improve early detection within paediatric primary care.
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Observational Study
Effects of integrated care with case management and nutritional counselling for frail older adults with nutritional risk in the primary care setting.
The effects of integrated care with case management and nutritional counselling for frail patients with nutritional risk are unclear. ⋯ Integrated care with case management and nutritional counselling for prefrail and frail patients with nutritional risk in the primary care setting may improve physical performance and nutritional status.