Trends and area variations in Potentially Preventable Admissions for COPD in Spain (2002-2013): a significant decline and convergence between areas.

Julián LibreroBerta Ibañez-BeroizSalvador PeiróM Ridao-LópezClara L Rodríguez-BernalFrancisco J Gómez-RomeroEnrique Bernal-Delgadonull null

Published in: BMC health services research (2016)

COPD-PPH conditions in Spain have undergone a strong decline and a reduction in geographical variation in the last 12 years, suggesting a general improvement in health policies and health care over time. Variability among areas still remains, with a substantial room for improvement.

Keyphrases

healthcare
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
public health
lung function
mental health
health information
emergency department
air pollution
cystic fibrosis
adverse drug
health promotion
human health