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ABSTRACT Objective: Modern societies are multicultural and are composed of populations that differ not only in language, religion, values , family relations, but also in their views on the health, care, treatment. When there is culture itself, problems arise in communication are... Read More

ABSTRACT Background: The Greek health care system is financed by the state budget, social insurance contributions and private payments. The economic adjustment program that is currently being implemented considers interventions in the health sector of core importance. Objective:... Read More

ABSTRACT Introduction: According to surveys, there is an important evidence that high levels of occupational stress is strongly associated with low self – assessed mental health and wellbeing. Aim: The purpose of this study was to assess the mental well-being of nursing staff in... Read More

ABSTRACT Introduction: Health is a public good and in the free market is not achieved equitable or efficient allocation of resources. According to the economic approach of health, illness prevents the infected individual from participating in processes (work), but causes costs to... Read More

ABSTRACT Introduction: In clinical practice the assessment of cancer patients’ QoL is used frequently. It guides the individualized treatment and provides feedback on care, aiming at the best outcome of the treatment and the patients’ autonomous well-informed consent.... Read More