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ArticleBMC research notes2023

Types of health service utilization in Mumbai slums: a community-based survey.

Maitreyee Patwardhan, Shang-Ju Li, Thomas Miles, Harshwardhan Dere, Dipika Khushalani, Shripad Desai

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6 authors.

Maitreyee PatwardhanAmericares India Foundation, Mumbai, India.
Shang-Ju LiAmericares Stamford, Stamford, USA. sjli@americares.org.
Thomas MilesAmericares Stamford, Stamford, USA.
Harshwardhan DereAmericares India Foundation, Mumbai, India.
Dipika KhushalaniAmericares Stamford, Stamford, USA.
Shripad DesaiAmericares India Foundation, Mumbai, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectiveSociodemographic factors play a crucial role in shaping the health-seeking behaviors of individuals residing in slum areas, particularly in their choice of healthcare facilities. Recognizing the importance of strengthening the existing healthcare systems, this research project was undertaken with the primary objective of comprehending the health-seeking behaviors among residents of Mumbai's slum dwellings in India. To achieve this goal, a comprehensive cross-sectional community needs assessment was conducted spanning from October 2018 to January 2019.

results432 respondents reported utilizing at least one health facility in the past year. They reported using private hospitals (172), public hospitals (208), Community Health clinics [23], or other healthcare services (29). To gain further insights into the factors influencing these choices, logistic regression analysis was conducted. The analysis revealed that being female was found to be negatively associated with the selection of a general practitioner as a preferred healthcare provider. On the other hand, higher levels of education and income were found to have a positive association with the preference for private hospitals. Conversely, these factors were negatively associated with the choice of government hospitals.

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Community Health ServicesPoverty AreasCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHealth ServicesHumansMaleUrban PopulationAccessBehaviorsHealth careHealth seekingIndiaMumbaiSlumsUtilization

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PMID37875959
PMCPMC10598993

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