An Evaluation of the Role of an Intermediate Care Facility in the Continuum of Care in Western Cape, South Africa
Background A comprehensive primary healthcare (PHC) approach requires clear referral and continuity of care pathways. South Africa is a lower-middle income country (LMIC) that lacks data on the role of intermediate care (IC) services in the health system. This study described the model of service...
Main Authors: | Sikhumbuzo A. Mabunda, Leslie London, David Pienaar |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2018-02-01
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Series: | International Journal of Health Policy and Management |
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Online Access: | http://www.ijhpm.com/article_3362_f4dce41c179bc008e8a9ca799ed8bf00.pdf |
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