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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Examining Influenza Vaccination Patterns Among Young Adults with Asthma: Insights into Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices.
Asthma is a major chronic disease of all ages, globally. Exacerbations are a significant problem for asthmatic patients. Despite advances in asthma management and efforts to identify asthma triggers, viral infections of the respiratory tract remain the most frequent triggers of asthma exacerbations. This study explored knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of asthmatic patients towards receiving the influenza vaccine. ⋯ A small number of the participants adhered to vaccinating against the flu which is due to lack of knowledge about the asthma, flu, and the vaccine. To address this challenge, we propose targeted health education campaigns, collaboration with healthcare providers, and utilization of digital platforms.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Quantitative Adherence Level Evaluation Among Long-Term Antiretroviral Therapy Patients in Latvia.
The global prevalence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) remains substantial, particularly in regions with limited resources, despite the progress in scientific knowledge and the accessibility of antiretroviral therapy (ART). ART is the cornerstone of HIV treatment. Ensuring proper adherence to medication therapy is essential for effective HIV infection control. Meanwhile, Latvia reported one of the highest rates of HIV infections among EU countries. ⋯ Medication adherence level to ART is low in Latvia. Less than 3% of patients achieved optimal adherence levels with a PDC higher than 90%. These results are concerning. Further studies and interventions must be conducted to enhance adherence levels.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Older Individuals' Experiences of Medication Management and Care After Discharge from Hospital: An Interview Study.
To develop an in-depth understanding of older individuals' attitudes and perceptions of medication management and care after discharge from hospital-to-home. ⋯ The included respondents who were older individuals, living at home and managing their own medications, expressed that they were medical adherent and self-managing. Two important aspects which were seen were difficulties to reach primary care on their own initiative and the lack of continuity with the same physician over a longer period of time.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Predictors of Medical Care Delay or Avoidance Among Chinese Adults During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Medical care delay or avoidance increases morbidity and mortality risk and is costly for the national healthcare system. The objective of this study was to identify factors associated with medical care delay or avoidance among Chinese adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. ⋯ This study has identified several factors affecting medical care delay or avoidance, some of which are amenable to policy changes. Policymakers can help improve the utilization of health facilities and patient health outcomes by implementing a series of reforms.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
The Influencing Role of Cultural Values on Attitudes of the Chinese Public Towards Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for the Control of COVID-19.
The use of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for disease prevention and healthcare has been strongly supported by the Chinese government in recent years, but public perception of TCM remains controversial or resistant, especially in preventing and treating COVID-19. It is therefore crucial to understand the factors that influence public attitudes. ⋯ All these findings suggest that attitudes towards the use of TCM are not based on rational cognition and logical reasoning, but are mainly influenced by emotional and cultural factors. This study will help researchers and practitioners understand the importance of cultural values, trust, policy endorsement, and attitudes towards TCM epidemic prevention and control to TCM's use in healthcare.