Health and Social Care Policy

Dear Colleagues,

The development of effective health and social care policy is becoming essential, especially in eras of unexpected health crises and social changes like the current situation.

Vulnerable social groups, specific patient groups and people in need are being negatively affected as health and welfare services are facing highly demanding yet ambiguous situations. In the effort to support social cohesion and wellbeing, issues concerning accessibility, continuity, effectiveness and safety in health and social care services should be maintained and promoted.

In this respect, this Special Issue aims to enable the exchange and development of knowledge and expertise regarding health and social care policy by focusing on topics of special interest in this particular field, such as needs assessments of vulnerable health and social groups, quality strategies for health and social care services and health and social care integration activities aiming to reduce inequalities and improve the care rendered.

Dr. Sofia Koukouli
Dr. Areti Stavropoulou
Guest Editors

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