Tunisia
Tunisia (Medicine)
Tunisia (pronunciation: /tuːˈniːʒə/), in the context of medicine, refers to the medical practices, health systems, and health status in the North African country of Tunisia.
Etymology
The name "Tunisia" is derived from its capital city, Tunis, which is located on the country's northeast coast.
Health System
The health system in Tunisia is a mix of public and private sector services. The Ministry of Health is responsible for the oversight and regulation of the health sector. The country has made significant progress in improving health outcomes, with a focus on maternal and child health, communicable diseases, and non-communicable diseases.
Medical Education
Medical education in Tunisia is provided by several universities, including the University of Tunis El Manar, which houses the Faculty of Medicine of Tunis. Medical education in Tunisia is conducted in French and follows the French system of medical education.
Health Status
Tunisia has made significant strides in improving the health status of its population. Life expectancy at birth is high, and the country has achieved near-universal immunization coverage. However, the country faces challenges related to non-communicable diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.
Related Terms
- Public health: The science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.
- Epidemiology: The study and analysis of the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions in defined populations.
- Healthcare in Tunisia: An overview of the healthcare system in Tunisia.
- Healthcare reform: The process of improving the health policy, healthcare service delivery, and healthcare financing in a health system.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tunisia
- Wikipedia's article - Tunisia
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