Primary healthcare system readiness to prevent and manage non-communicable diseases in Bangladesh: a mixed-method study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is rapidly increasing in Bangladesh. Currently, it contributes to 67% of annual deaths, and accounts for approximately 64% of the disease burden. Since 70% of the Bangladeshi population residing in the rural area rely on the primary healthcare system, assessment of its capacity is crucial for guiding public health decisions to prevent and manage NCDs. This protocol is designed to recognise and assess the Bangladeshi health system's readiness for NCDs at the primary level.

Methods and analysis

The study will use a mixed-method design. Numerical data will be collected using households and health facilities surveys, while qualitative data will be collected by interviewing healthcare providers, policy planners, health a

SUBMITTER: Kabir A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8424828 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature