The Role of Community Clinics in Shaping Health Outcomes in Rural Bangladesh: A Qualitative Study

Authors

  • Faisal Mahmud Public Health Specialist, Former Team Leader & M.O, DGHS Coordination Center, Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
  • Tasmia Hayath Lee Business School, University of Nevada Las Vegas, USA
  • Md Sajidur Rahman Faculty of Business & Technology, University of Cyberjaya, Malaysia
  • Ahmed Md Kowsar University Malay (UM), Malaysia
  • Motia Mannan University Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK), Malaysia
  • Mohammad Masud Siddique International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia

Keywords:

Community Clinics, Primary Healthcare, Rural Health, Health Service Delivery, Community Participation, Public Health Policy, Health Outcomes, Bangladesh

Abstract

Rural Bangladesh faces significant challenges in accessing quality healthcare due to limited medical facilities and scarce resources. To address these issues, the Government of Bangladesh has established Community Clinics to provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to underserved rural populations. This study qualitatively explores the role of Community Clinics in influencing health outcomes in rural Bangladesh. It examines key aspects, including community participation, service delivery mechanisms, and the impact of these clinics on the health and well-being of local communities. The findings highlight the potential of Community Clinics to play a vital role in improving health outcomes and strengthening the rural healthcare system.

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Published

2024-04-30

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Vol. 11 No. 1 (2024): January - June Issue

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Mahmud, F., Hayath, T., Rahman, M. S., Md Kowsar, A., Mannan, M., & Siddique, M. M. (2024). The Role of Community Clinics in Shaping Health Outcomes in Rural Bangladesh: A Qualitative Study. Malaysian Journal of Medical and Biological Research, 11(1), 21-30. https://mjmbr.my/article/view/691