International Journal of Research Studies in Management
CollabWritive Special Issue
2023 Volume 11 Issue 13
Available Online: 31 December 2023
Author/s:
Urbano, Den Den V.*
Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas, Philippines (dvurbano@ceu.edu.ph)
Tamayo, Ma. Rosario B.
Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas, Philippines (chery_tamayo@yahoo.com.ph)
Abstract:
This study evaluates primary health care services in Bauan, Batangas, utilizing a non-experimental, descriptive research approach. Respondents, predominantly aged 40-50, male, and college undergraduates, primarily reside in Barangay Manghinao Proper. The effectiveness of services, spanning Maternal and Child Health, Immunization, Nutrition, Environmental Sanitation, Reproductive Health, and Family Planning, is generally positive. No significant differences emerge based on age and sex, except for educational attainment, where distinctions arise in the Expanded Immunization Program. Notably, barangay-level variations are evident, with significant differences in the Nutrition Program and Reproductive/Family Planning, and high significance in Maternal and Child Health, Immunization, and Environmental Sanitation. Recommendations include establishing a 24/7 municipal facility for indigent residents, rigorous monitoring of child immunization, intensified iodized salt promotion, and enhanced dengue prevention efforts. Additionally, the study advocates for reinforcing natural family planning and overall family program implementation. The proposed action plan awaits discussion and potential implementation by the Local Government of Bauan. Future research should focus on strategies to augment primary health care effectiveness in the region.
Keywords: primary health care services, information education campaign, effectiveness
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2023.1161
Cite this article:
Urbano, D. D. V., & Tamayo, M. R. B. (2023). Effectiveness of primary health care services in one municipality in the Province of Batangas. International Journal of Research Studies in Management, 11(13), 11-20. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2023.1161
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