Primary health care reforms: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Demographic transitions, societal changes, and evolving population health needs are placing increasing pressure on healthcare systems, necessitating ongoing reforms. Primary health care (PHC) is a foundational component of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and sustainable health systems. Many countries have undertaken PHC reforms aimed at improving population health. This review explores the objectives, implementation mechanisms, challenges, and outcomes of these reforms.

Methods

We conducted a systematic review of studies sourced from five databases (PubMed, Scopus, Proquest, Embase, and Science Direct), applying the World Health Organization's Health Systems Framework for deductive content analysis. The PRISMA guidelines were followed to ensure transparency and ri

SUBMITTER: Shirjang A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12455359 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature