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A Greek tragedy of our time? The institutional and financial dimension of Health Promotion for older People in Greece

Despite the numerous legislative documents and public health institutions in Greece, the country lacks a comprehensive and robust long-term policy perspective in the public health area. The traditionally higher priority attached to curative care than to public health actions, is

Lifestyle determinants of healthy ageing in a Mediterranean population: The multinational MEDIS study.

BACKGROUND: To evaluate modifiable, lifestyle risk factors of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among older adults, across ageing, in the Mediterranean area.METHODS: During 2005-2017, 3131 individuals from 26 Mediterranean islands of 5 countries, ≥65 years of age, were voluntarily enrolled. Anthropometrical, clinical

Lifestyle determinants of healthy ageing in a Mediterranean population: The multinational MEDIS study.

BACKGROUND: To evaluate modifiable, lifestyle risk factors of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among older adults, across ageing, in the Mediterranean area.METHODS: During 2005-2017, 3131 individuals from 26 Mediterranean islands of 5 countries, ≥65 years of age, were voluntarily enrolled. Anthropometrical, clinical

Healthcare Reform in Greece: Progress and Reform Priorities

We review Greek public sector healthcare policies and health-related outcomes since 2010. We find that excess spending was successfully curtailed, elements of the institutional framework were modernized, and health outcomes have been relativelyfavorable. However, especially prior to Covid-19, public healthcare