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(Video) Income-Related Inequalities In Utilization Of Health Services Among Private Health Insurance Beneficiaries In Brazil, Heitor Werneck
(Video) Income-Related Inequalities In Utilization Of Health Services Among Private Health Insurance Beneficiaries In Brazil, Heitor Werneck
GW Research Days 2016 - 2020
Brazil’s 1988 health reform created the Unified Health System (SUS). SUS is a universal health system that emulates British National Health Service, featuring an open-ended benefit package and a major goal of health equity. An unforeseen consequence of the reform was that former beneficiaries of the social health insurance sought to sustain their privileged access to health services through private health insurance. Despite achievements in expanding healthcare access and improved health outcomes, recurring opinion polls suggest that Brazilians are skeptical about SUS’ capacity to delivery timely and quality health services, making private insurance a priority to most households. The literature …
Predictors Of Malnutrition In Different Geographic Regions Of Peru, Elizabeth Lacroix
Predictors Of Malnutrition In Different Geographic Regions Of Peru, Elizabeth Lacroix
GW Research Days 2016 - 2020
Malnutrition is responsible for over 3 million childhood deaths each year. Those who survive early nutritional deficiencies and the subsequent growth failure face life-long consequences, including long-term deficits in cognitive development, decreased academic achievement, and reduced economic opportunities later in life. Low height for age, or stunting, indicates chronic malnutrition, while low weight for height (wasting) indicates acute malnutrition. Caloric deficiencies, micronutrient deficiencies, intestinal parasites, and diarrheal diseases all directly contribute to acute and chronic undernutrition.
Peru is an ethnically and geographically diverse country that has experienced great economic growth and dramatic health improvements in the last decade. Nationally, stunting …