Fiscal Responsibility Law and Life Quality: Public Health Analysis

<p class="-1">This article seeks to identify the existence of correlation between responsible management of the public finances as a result of the Lei de Responsabilidade Fiscal (LRF) (“Fiscal Responsibility Law”) and the life quality of the population in the municipalities of the Zona da Mata Mineira, in relation to health. The aim is to measure the impact of the LRF in the life quality of the population. A time analysis of the data of the period from 2000 to 2010 was carried out, using the collection of secondary data. The statistic technique used was the average test. The results of this study showed that, in relation to the selected variables, there was an average of considerable progresses concerning this fact. All the variables researched obtained, in 2010, higher averages to those obtained in 2000. It is noticed that the LRF enabled higher financial power to the public health services, resulting in social welfare.</p>

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Total quality management (TQM) movement in public health

International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management ◽

10.1108/ijqrm-12-2013-0193 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 33 (1) ◽

pp. 25-41 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Jeffrey E. Jarrett

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Quality Control ◽

Quality Management ◽

Health Services ◽

Multivariate Methods ◽

Total Quality ◽

Public Health Services ◽

Content Type ◽

The Public

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to suggest better methods for monitoring the diagnostic and treatment services for providers of public health and the management of public health services. In particular, the authors examine the construction and use of industrial quality control methods as applied to the public providers, in both the prevention and cure for infectious diseases and the quality of public health care providers in such applications including water quality standards, sewage many others. The authors suggest implementing modern multivariate applications of quality control techniques and/or better methods for univariate quality control common in industrial applications in the public health sector to both control and continuously improve public health services. These methods entitled total quality management (TQM) form the foundation to improve these public services. Design/methodology/approach – The study is designed to indicate the great need for TQM analysis to utilize methods of statistical quality control. All this is done to improve public health services through implementation of quality control and improvement methods as part of the TQM program. Examples of its use indicate that multivariate methods may be the best but other methods are suggested as well. Findings – Multivariate methods provide the best solutions when quality and reliability tests show indications that the variables observed are inter-correlated and correlated over time. Simpler methods are available when the above factors are not present. Research limitations/implications – Multivariate methods will provide for better interpretation of results, better decisions and smaller risks of both Type I and Type II errors. Smaller risks lead to better decision making and may reduce costs. Practical implications – Analysts will improve such things as the control of water quality and all aspects of public health when data are collected through experimentation and/or periodic quality management techniques. Social implications – Public health will be better monitored and the quality of life will improve for all especially in places where public development is undertaking rapid changes. Originality/value – The manuscript is original because it uses well known and scientific methods of analyzing data in area where data collection is utilized to improve public health.

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Perceived Corruption and Quality of Health Services in Mbeya Urban District, Mbeya Region Tanzania

International Journal of Social Science Research ◽

10.5296/ijssr.v5i1.10519 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 5 (1) ◽

pp. 150

Author(s):

Samwel J. Kabote

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Health Services ◽

Health Sector ◽

Perceived Quality ◽

Public Health Services ◽

The Public ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Quality Of Health Services ◽

Level Of Significance

This paper examines the effect of corruption on quality of public health services. Corruption, in Tanzania, is a national concern that upsets public health services. There is a public outcry that corruption is increasing in the public health sector while the government’s effort to combat the phenomenon is unimpressive. This poses worries on the quality of public health services. The current study adopted cross-sectional research design, and a total of 180 respondents were involved in the survey. The Mann Whitney U Test was used to compare differences between perceived quality of health services and respondents’ characteristics. Overall, 87.2% of the respondents perceived low quality of health services, and corruption affected quality of health services to a greater extent. Based on age, employment and wealth status, there was significant difference on reporting perceived quality of health services at 5% and 1% level of significance. In addition, respondents’ sex and employment status showed significant difference in reporting the extent to which corruption affected quality of health services at 5% level of significance. The paper draws out two conclusions: first, the quality of health services was low. Second, corruption exacerbated poor quality of health services. To that effect, interventions to combat corruption in the public health sector are needed so as to improve quality of health services.

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Pemutakhiran Kebijakan Smart Health City Secara Kolaboratif Sebagai Upaya Pelaksanaan Revolusi Mental: Studi Di Kota Depok

Ministrate: Jurnal Birokrasi dan Pemerintahan Daerah ◽

10.15575/jbpd.v2i2.9388 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2 (2) ◽

pp. 110-129

Author(s):

Adam Dwi Juliansyah ◽

Dyah Ayu Febriani ◽

Hisyam Yusril Hidayat ◽

Mohammad Hernanda Trianggoro ◽

Vanissa Noorizqa Prastowo

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Health Sector ◽

Secondary Data ◽

Strategic Plan ◽

City Government ◽

Primary Data ◽

Healthy City ◽

The Public ◽

The Government

The problem in the health sector is one of the complicated problems faced by the government, this is evidenced by the extraordinary events (KLB) in various regions, one of which is the Hepatitis A outbreak in Depok that accumulates 306 cases. The main cause of these outbreaks is the low awareness and mentality of the public regarding the application of healthy and clean lifestyles and the government's preventive ability in terms of policies. Seeing this problem, the City Government of Depok has a strategic plan in the form of the Smart Healthy City (SHC) Depok policy as one of the policy efforts in order to improve the quality of public health through implementing technology and increasing competence in realizing the policy. This paper aims to review how the SHC Depok strategic plan policy can be collaboratively updated to carry out a mental revolution not only at the local government level, but also that policy can be understood by the public. The goal of the mental revolution is not only towards society, but also from the side of the government and various other parties. This paper was compiled from primary data in the form of in-depth interviews with various informants and secondary data from books, journals, and electronic sources. The expected outcome of the SHC Depok policy renewing itself is to improve the quality of services and improve the quality of public health based on preventive and collaborative actions.

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Social tourism for seniors in Spain: an example to be followed?

Social tourism: global challenges and approaches ◽

10.1079/9781789241211.0072 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 72-82

Author(s):

Elisa Alén González ◽

Trinidad Domínguez Vila ◽

Nieves Losada Sánchez

Keyword(s):

Life Quality ◽

Population Group ◽

Tourism Industry ◽

Active Ageing ◽

The Public ◽

The Social ◽

Depth Analysis ◽

Determining Factors ◽

The Impact

Abstract This chapter aims to identify the determining factors and the main aspects to be developed to facilitate healthy and active ageing, thus improving the life quality of elderly people based on the Spanish government's social tourism programmes designed for this population group. This chapter starts with a contextualization of the social tourism concept, followed by a review of the public policies for active and healthy ageing and their impact on the tourism industry. Finally, an in-depth analysis of social tourism programmes in Spain is presented. Included is an exploratory analysis of the impact of social tourism on seniors' quality of life.

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Public Health, Ministry of Health and Economic Actors: the case of food and information of public

European Journal of Public Health ◽

10.1093/eurpub/ckz185.184 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽

Author(s):

P Lombrail

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Western Europe ◽

Nutritional Composition ◽

The Public ◽

Health Community ◽

Food And Beverage ◽

Key Policy ◽

Public Health Strategies ◽

The Impact

Abstract The experience of France in the implementation of a frontof- pack label, the Nutri-Score, clearly illustrates the constant tug-ofwar between public health experts and the industry and provides a framework for an efficient strategy that could be replicated at the EU level. Dietary risk factors is in the top three leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Western Europe. Such high burden of diseases urges the implementation of strong and efficient public health strategies in order to curb the impact of poor diets. The public health community has long promoted strategies impacting both individual dietary behavior and the food environment, in a consistent global framework. However, the latter strategies imply to act upon the food and beverage manufacturers, to provide consumers with better information on the nutritional quality of the foods they produce and to ensure a shift in the nutritional composition of the food offer towards healthier foods. Among the various public health nutrition strategies that are considered efficient in both modifying consumer behavior and enticing reformulations by the food industry, front-of-pack food labeling has been identified as a key policy component in a global program.

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The Anticipated Future of Public Health Services Post COVID-19: Viewpoint (Preprint)

10.2196/preprints.26267 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Haitham Bashier ◽

Aamer Ikram ◽

Mumtaz Ali Khan ◽

Mirza Baig ◽

Magid Al Gunaid ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Health Services ◽

Health Systems ◽

World Health ◽

Health Priorities ◽

Public Health Services ◽

The Public ◽

The Future ◽

Health Organization ◽

The Impact

UNSTRUCTURED In March 2020, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 as a global pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected various public health functions and essential services in different ways and magnitudes. Although all countries have witnessed the effect of COVID-19, the impact differed based on many factors including the integrity and resiliency of the countries’ health systems. This paper presents opinions and expectations of the authors about the anticipated changes in the future of public health at the global, regional, and national levels. The viewpoint is based on the current efforts and challenges that various stakeholders have carried out to control COVID-19 and the contribution from the literature on the future of public health. Numerous agencies and actors are involved in the fight against COVID-19 with variations in their effectiveness. The public health services showed weaknesses in most of the countries, in addition to the lack of adequate curative medicine settings. The pandemic highlighted the need for better governance and stronger and more resilient health systems and capacities. The COVID-19 experience has also emphasized the importance of coordination and collaboration among the countries and stakeholders. The COVID-19 pandemic might lead to a wide discussion to improve international and national approaches to prepare for and respond to similar events in terms of preparedness and response mechanisms and tools. Public health will not be the same as before COVID-19. New health priorities, approaches, and new agendas will be on the table of the global platforms and initiatives. More investment in research and technology to meet the demand for new vaccines and medicines, innovative methods like distance learning and working, more respect and remuneration to health professionals, and normalization of the public health and social measures that were induced during the COVID-19 pandemic are expected to be seen in future.

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EFFECTS OF ASSERTIVE COMMUNICATION BETWEEN DOCTORS AND PATIENTS IN PUBLIC HEALTH OUTPATIENT SURGERIES IN THE CITY OF SEVILLE (SPAIN)

Social Behavior and Personality An International Journal ◽

10.2224/sbp.2001.29.1.63 ◽

2001 ◽

Vol 29 (1) ◽

pp. 63-70 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Manuel Marín Sánchez

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Training Programs ◽

Patient Communication ◽

Public Health Services ◽

Doctor Patient Communication ◽

The Public ◽

Chi Squared ◽

Set Up ◽

The City

This research investigated the quality of communication between doctors and patients of the Public Health Services in the city of Seville, Spain. Two hundred and twenty-eight doctors were selected at random from all of the clinics in the city for interviews. The interviews were guided by a specially composed questionnaire, which obtained answers to 30 variables grouped under four headings: variables which influence doctor-patient communication, interest in the consultation, information used in the consultation, and qualities of doctor-patient communication. Chi-squared tests were carried out on the different groups, which confirmed the objectives proposed in the investigation – among which was the need to set up communications training programs for doctors in order to improve their communication skills.

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Social tourism for seniors in Spain: an example to be followed?

Social tourism: global challenges and approaches ◽

10.1079/9781789241211.0007 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 72-82

Author(s):

Elisa Alén González ◽

Trinidad Domínguez Vila ◽

Nieves Losada Sánchez

Keyword(s):

Life Quality ◽

Population Group ◽

Tourism Industry ◽

Active Ageing ◽

The Public ◽

The Social ◽

Depth Analysis ◽

Determining Factors ◽

The Impact

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Further Inspection: Integrating Housing Code Enforcement and Social Services to Improve Community Health

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph182212014 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (22) ◽

pp. 12014

Author(s):

Katharine Robb ◽

Ashley Marcoux Raff ◽

Jorrit de Jong

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Social Services ◽

Qualitative Interviews ◽

Case Manager ◽

Health Impact ◽

Psychological Burden ◽

The Public ◽

The Impact ◽

Code Enforcement

As a result of working inside homes, city housing inspectors witness hidden and serious threats to public health. However, systems to respond to the range of problems they encounter are lacking. In this study, we describe the impact and enabling environment for integrating a novel Social Service Referral Program within the Inspectional Services Department in Chelsea, MA. To evaluate the first eight months of the program, we used a mixed-methods approach combining quantitative data from 15 referrals and qualitative interviews with six key informants (inspectors, a case manager, and city leadership). The most common services provided to residents referred by inspectors were for fuel, food, and rent assistance; healthcare; hoarding; and homelessness prevention. Half of referred residents were not receiving other social services. Inspectors reported increased work efficiency and reduced psychological burden because of the program. Interviewees described how quality of life improved not only for referred residents but also for the surrounding neighborhood. A simple referral process that made inspectors’ jobs easier and a trusted, well-connected service provider funded to carry out the work facilitated the program’s uptake and impact. Housing inspectors’ encounters with residents present a unique opportunity to expand the public health impact of housing code enforcement.

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Income and Life Quality of Farmer Households Suffering Social Exclusion

Journal of Economics and Development ◽

10.33301/2012.14.03.04 ◽

2012 ◽

pp. 63-87

Author(s):

Anh Mai Ngoc ◽

Ha Do Thi Hai ◽

Huyen Nguyen Thi Ngoc

Keyword(s):

Labor Market ◽

Statistical Method ◽

Social Exclusion ◽

Central Government ◽

Life Quality ◽

Economic Aspect ◽

Local Authorities ◽

The Impact

This study uses descriptive statistical method to analyze the income and life qual- ity of 397 farmer households who are suffering social exclusion in an economic aspect out of a total of 725 households surveyed in five Northern provinces of Vietnam in 2010. The farmers’ opinions of the impact of the policies currently prac- ticed by the central government and local authorities to give them access to the labor market are also analyzed in this study to help management officers see how the poli- cies affect the beneficiaries so that they can later make appropriate adjustments.

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