Contribution of Faith-Based Healthcare Facilities and Organizations to Primary Health Care Part 2: Uganda Intensive Landscape

Faith-based organizations are an essential part of national health systems, including Uganda. Historically, they have provided care in rural and remote locations and to populations with limited access to services. They are integral to the delivery of HIV/AIDS services, managing epidemics, and innovating in community-based services. As global interest in primary health care (PHC) rises, health system planners need access to accurate data regarding the scope and location of faith-based health facilities to incorporate into planning and resource allocations. Significant gaps exist in the data and description of faith-based health facilities.

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