Determinants of healthcare-seeking behavior from pharmacies and associated out-of-pocket spending: a population-based study from Jordan
The geographical location of a pharmacy, as indicated by transportation costs and region, significantly influences visiting patterns. Pharmacies appeared to be convenient and accessible for managing minor ailments and they offer significant potential for cost savings. To enhance pharmacies' contribution to public health, the integration of new services is strongly recommended.
Authors
- Eman A. Hammad (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2059-6473)
- Samah F. Al‐Shatnawi
- Haneen Amawi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1009-9169)
- Rasha M. Arabyat (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1148-4824)
Institutions
- University of Jordan (JO)
- Jordan University of Science and Technology (JO)
- Ministry of Health (JO)
- Yarmouk University (JO)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Pharmacy Practice
- Published
- 2025-06-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1093/ijpp/riaf045
- Primary Topic
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00