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Evaluating Patient Compliance: Effect Of Appointment Reminder Systems On Attendance, Jacquelyn D. Phillips
Evaluating Patient Compliance: Effect Of Appointment Reminder Systems On Attendance, Jacquelyn D. Phillips
Master of Public Health Program Student Publications
Currently, rising health care cost is an important topic on many agendas and platforms. In 2007, health care spending in the United States reached $2.3 trillion, and was projected to reach $3 trillion in 2011 (NCHC, 2007). Increasing health care cost is in direct relationship with the rise in the ageing population, chronic illness, and the uninsured lower socioeconomic population as well. The research on medical compliance and attendance (missed/kept appointment) behavior is an important area to explore because it is critical for all aspects of successful treatment, disease prevention, and health promotions that have direct correlation with health care …
Soda: Seniors For Organ Donation Awareness “Increasing The Enrollment Of Senior Citizens (Age 65 Years And Older) In The Ohio Donor Registry”, Laurie L. Phillips
Soda: Seniors For Organ Donation Awareness “Increasing The Enrollment Of Senior Citizens (Age 65 Years And Older) In The Ohio Donor Registry”, Laurie L. Phillips
Master of Public Health Program Student Publications
Research Hypothesis: A targeted informational awareness program about organ and tissue donation to senior citizens (age >65 years) in Montgomery County, Ohio will produce an increase in the number of registered organ donors in the Ohio Donor Registry, hence, allowing more available organs for transplant for aging patients (50 years of age or older) in need across the region. Subsequently, another research objective is to identify and address underlying factors causing senior citizens to be the lowest number of registered donors in Montgomery County, Ohio, in fact, across the state. This information will assist in future public education efforts of …