Breaking barriers: a qualitative exploration of healthcare access for crack cocaine users in Limerick.

ABSTRACT:

Background of study

Crack cocaine use in Ireland began to emerge as a significant problem in the early 2000s, with prevalence increasing from 2016 onwards. Services such as harm reduction, treatment/rehabilitation, primary healthcare and social services are available to crack cocaine users in Ireland. However, research addressing specific barriers to accessing these services remains limited. Internationally, while research on healthcare access barriers for crack cocaine users exists, it predominantly focuses on user perspectives. This paper uses a dual-perspective approach to investigate access challenges from both service user and service provider viewpoints, promoting a more patient-centred, holistic approach to service provision.

Methodology

The study is qualitative and u

SUBMITTER: Duopah YA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11583639 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature