Integrating sexual and reproductive health in primary health care in Europe: position paper of the European Forum for Primary Care.

The organisation of primary care in Europe: Part 2 Agenda--position paper of the European Forum for Primary Care.

The contemporary models and trends of European organisational developments in primary care, identified in part 1 of this article, are the subject of analysis and discussion. Four main issues are identified in relation to the future protection and progress of primary care, and a series of policy interventions specified. These are directed at international agencies and action. Two new case study ...

Prevention and management of depression in primary care in Europe: a holistic model of care and interventions--position paper of the European Forum for Primary Care.

This position paper seeks to emphasise the importance of tackling depression and depression-related conditions, and the key role that primary care can (and does) play in the management of these commonmental health problems, and in partnership with others. The paper is aimed at a wide range of individuals and organisations including: policy makers in the EU and its member states; health, social ...

Co-ordination and management of chronic conditions in Europe: the role of primary care Πposition paper of the European Forum for Primary Care

Primary care for the Roma in Europe: Position paper of the European forum for primary care

Roma populations' low health status and limited access to health services, including primary care, has been documented in many European countries, and warrants specific health policies and practices. A variety of experiences shows how primary care can adjust its practices to reduce the barriers to primary care for Roma populations. At local level, establishing collaboration with Roma organisati...

Improving interprofessional collaboration in primary care: position paper of the European Forum for Primary Care.

Primary care is the central pillar of health care. The increasingly complex health needs of the population and individual patients in a changing society can only be met by promoting interprofessional collaboration (IpC) within primary care teams. The aim of this Position Paper of the European Forum for Primary Care (EFPC) is to analyse how to improve IpC within primary care teams. Clarificatio...