Rasha M Arabyat, Eman A Hammad, Samah Al-Shatnawi, Haneen A Amawi
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Abstract
Objectives: To identify determinants of healthcare seeking from pharmacies in Jordan using Andersen's healthcare utilization model. Additionally, an analysis of the out-of-pocket (OOP) spending was performed.
Methods: An analysis of the Jordan Population and Family Health Survey (JPFHS), a nationally representative survey of Jordanian households, was conducted. Weighted hierarchical multiple logistic regression models were built to specify important variables related to seeking care from pharmacies in Jordan compared to other outpatient healthcare facilities.
Key findings: Out of 12,716 respondents, 19.1% reported visiting a pharmacy within the past 4 weeks. The associated average OOP spending was JD17.7, significantly lower than for other outpatient healthcare facilities (JD 24.8). Among predisposing characteristics, females were more inclined to visit a pharmacy compared to males (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] = 1.16; 95% CI: 1.02-1.33). Positive enabling factor included residing in northern (AOR: 1.85; 95% CI: 1.19-2.87) or southern regions (AOR: 3.66; 95% CI: 1.57-8.56) compared to center regions of Jordan. The cost of transportation was a negative enabling factor (AOR: 0.24; 95% CI: 0.15-0.40). Significant need factors that increased the odds of visiting a pharmacy included seeking care for fever/diarrhea (AOR: 1.99; 95% CI: 1.04-3.80). Preventive care/vaccination (AOR: 0.18; 95% CI: 0.05-0.68) decreased the odds of visiting a pharmacy.
Conclusion: The geographical location of a pharmacy, as indicated by transportation costs and region, significantly influences visiting patterns. Pharmacies appeared to be convenient and accessible for managing minor ailments and they offer significant potential for cost savings. To enhance pharmacies' contribution to public health, the integration of new services is strongly recommended.
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The International Journal of Pharmacy Practice (IJPP) is a Medline-indexed, peer reviewed, international journal. It is one of the leading journals publishing health services research in the context of pharmacy, pharmaceutical care, medicines and medicines management. Regular sections in the journal include, editorials, literature reviews, original research, personal opinion and short communications. Topics covered include: medicines utilisation, medicine management, medicines distribution, supply and administration, pharmaceutical services, professional and patient/lay perspectives, public health (including, e.g. health promotion, needs assessment, health protection) evidence based practice, pharmacy education. Methods include both evaluative and exploratory work including, randomised controlled trials, surveys, epidemiological approaches, case studies, observational studies, and qualitative methods such as interviews and focus groups. Application of methods drawn from other disciplines e.g. psychology, health economics, morbidity are especially welcome as are developments of new methodologies.
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