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Person-centred care to prevent hospitalisations – a focus group study addressing the views of healthcare providers

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Person-centred care to prevent hospitalisations – a focus group study addressing the views of healthcare providers

The primary healthcare sector comprises various health services, including disease prevention at local level. Research shows that targeted primary healthcare services can prevent the development of acute complications and ultimately reduce the risk of hospitalisations. While interdisciplinary collaboration has been suggested as a means to improve the quality and responsiveness of personal care needs in preventive services, effective implementation remains a challenge.

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