Primary Health Care System Development According to Thailand's Health Policy
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Primary health care Health policy Health promotionAbstract
The development of primary health care systems in Thailand is crucial in the context of health promotion and disease prevention, ensuring that the population has access to quality health services. This article aims to analyze the strategies and approaches used to develop the primary health care system according to Thailand's health policy framework. It examines significant health policies such as strengthening primary service units, developing community health care models, fostering community participation, and utilizing information technology for health data management. This study is based on an analysis of relevant research articles and case studies. The findings demonstrate that the effective development of primary health care systems enhances the capacity to meet the health needs of the population in a sustainable and efficient manner. Furthermore, it provides policy recommendations to help Thailand succeed in developing a quality and suitable health care system in the future.
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