Maintaining health cannot be achieved individually; it is influenced by social, legal, and institutional factors surrounding the individuals. This study aimed to identify regional-level factors that may influence the occurrence of chronic diseases among people with disabilities. To achieve this, we conducted a Delphi survey with experts to identify a set of regional indicators required for studying the health status of people with disabilities, particularly for predicting the occurrence of chronic diseases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: South Korea is experiencing a demographic paradox of the lowest birth rate worldwide with the longest life expectancy. Many studies on pregnancy and childbirth primarily focused on women's factors, often overlooking the contribution of both spouses. However, men also play a vital role in creating an environment for bearing and raising children.
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