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A Study on the Management and Utilization of Sub-Health Center in Rural area, Paraguay [1] – Focused on Limpio, Paraguay

  • JOURNAL OF THE KOREA INSTITUTE OF HEALTHCARE ARCHITECTURE
  • Abbr : KIHA
  • 2020, 26(2), pp.7~17
  • DOI : 10.15682/jkiha.2020.26.2.7
  • Publisher : Korea Institute Of Healthcare Architecture
  • Research Area : Engineering > Architectural Engineering
  • Received : April 21, 2020
  • Accepted : May 22, 2020
  • Published : June 15, 2020

Ji Eon Kim 1 KIM MIN KYU 2 Eun Woo Nam ORD ID 1

1연세대학교
2(주)현대아산

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ABSTRACT

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify the operational status and current management of Sub-HealthCenters in Limpio, Paraguay. Second, understanding the use of Sub-Health Centers and Perceptions ofSub-Health Centers in Limpio, Paraguay. Third, Providing policy implications for strengthening the HealthDelivery System in Paraguay. Methods: The survey of the current status of sub-health centers in Limpio wasconducted with observation and interview. Utilization of Sub-Health centers was analyzed in the 2018 ParaguayCommunity Health Survey. A face to face interview was conducted to complete a questionnaire and 831samples were collected for the study. Results: In order to perform the normal function of the sub-health center,it will be necessary to allocate manpower that meets the standard. A common problem with sub-health centersin Limpio is that they have an environment vulnerable to rain. Currently, there are no health promotion andcommunicable disease management programs in sub-health center. Satisfaction of users about treatment,equipment, medicines and cleanleness of rooms. Implications: First, it is necessary to allocate human resourcesand organize spaces according to the standard. Second, there was a problem caused by moisture, andcontinuous maintenance and repair are required. Third, water and sewage related facilities must be safelyimproved to prevent contamination of groundwater. Forth, it is necessary to implement a program that fits therole of the sub-health center. Fifth, it is necessary to form a health delivery system considering the accessibilityof residents. Finally, it is necessary to discuss the location of sub-health center considering travel time of Limpioresidents.

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