Przegla̧d epidemiologiczny
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The papers continues presentation of the new framework for health policy related to "Health 2020" strategy adopted in September 2012 unanimously by all member countries of EURO Region during the 62nd session of the World Health Organization Regional Committee for Europe. Four priority areas for action are presented.
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Actually in Poland malaria is not present as an endemic disease, but is one of the most common "imported" diseases. In its mild form it is an awkward illness with recurring fever, whereas the more severe form, which is caused by Plasmodium falciparum can be life-threatening. ⋯ Malaria was most commonly diagnosed among tourists staying for short period of time in an endemic area. Travelers did not use accurate antimalarial prophylaxis. Malaria must be excluded as a potential diagnosis among all fever suffering persons returning from the tropics.
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Comparative Study
[Socio-demographic determinants of inequity of access to health care in Poland in 2011--based on social diagnosis].
The inequity in access to healthcare system is more and more discussed issue in Poland. One of its consequence is the low satisfaction of healthcare services in comparison to other European countries. ⋯ One of the consequences of coexistence of both private and public healthcare sector is inequity in access to healthcare services in Poland.
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The evaluation of effectiveness of implemented actions to limit intravascular catheter-related bloodstream infection rates. ⋯ It is possible to significantly decrease intravascular catheter-related bloodstream infection rates by taking preventive actions combined with intensive education of medical personnel.