IMPACT AND DEVELOPMENT OF MODERN PRIMARY HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN AGO-IWOYE (1955-2023)
Abstract
CHAPTER ONE
Literature Review
services aimed at promoting health, preventing diseases, and treating common illnesses in a way that is both accessible and affordable to the population. Frenk’s definition focuses on the proactive nature of PHC, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention rather than solely curative measures. His view aligns with the understanding that an effective PHC system should reduce the burden on hospitals by addressing health issues early and preventing complications that would require specialized medical attention.13
In the sane vein, Magnussen et al, in their work, Comprehensive versus selective primary health care: Lessons for global health policy) take a different approach by defining PHC as a decentralized healthcare model that prioritizes equity, efficiency, and community participation. Their definition highlights the role of PHC in ensuring healthcare reaches underserved and rural communities, where people often face barriers to accessing medical services. They argue that PHC should be structured in a way that prevents healthcare disparities
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