BMC Health Services Research is calling for submissions to our Collection on Disability-inclusive health systems.

Disability-inclusive health systems are essential for ensuring equitable access to health services for all individuals, including those with disabilities. This Collection aims to explore the current state of health systems and their ability to provide inclusive care that meets the diverse needs of people with disabilities. By examining the barriers faced and the strategies employed to create more accessible health services, this Collection will contribute to a better understanding of how to integrate disability considerations into health system planning and implementation.

The significance of this research lies in its potential to inform the development of health policies that are inclusive and equitable. Advances in this field have highlighted the importance of stakeholder engagement, training for health professionals, and the implementation of assistive technologies in promoting disability-inclusive health services. Furthermore, understanding the lived experiences of individuals with disabilities can provide valuable insights into how to design health systems that are responsive and respectful of their needs.

Topics for submission:

Strategies for disability-inclusive health service delivery

Barriers and gaps to accessing health services for individuals with disabilities

Impact of training on health professionals in disability inclusivity

Use of assistive technologies in health systems

Rehabilitation service delivery and disability inclusion

Exploration of interventions to promote disability inclusive health service delivery

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well Being) and SDG 4 (Quality Education).

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.

BMC Health Services Research is calling for submissions to our Collection on Challenges faced by older adults in accessing digital health services.

As digital health services continue to evolve, older adults face unique challenges that can hinder their access and engagement with e-health technologies. These challenges often stem from a combination of technological, cognitive, and socio-economic factors, including limited familiarity with digital platforms, age-related physical limitations, and varying levels of technological literacy. Understanding these barriers is crucial to ensuring that digital health services are inclusive and accessible to all segments of the population, particularly older adults who may benefit significantly from these advancements.

Addressing the challenges faced by older adults in accessing digital health services is essential for promoting health equity and improving health outcomes. Advances in technology, such as telemedicine, remote monitoring, and health applications, have the potential to greatly enhance the quality of care and support for older individuals. However, without targeted research and interventions, many older adults remain at risk of being left behind in the digital transformation of healthcare. By focusing on their specific needs and experiences, we can develop solutions that facilitate their engagement with digital health resources.

Continued research in this area may lead to new technologies and service models tailored to the unique needs of older adults. By fostering collaboration between researchers, healthcare providers, and technology developers, we can create more user-friendly digital health solutions that not only enhance accessibility but also improve health literacy among older populations. This could ultimately empower older adults to take greater control of their health and well-being through digital means.

We invite submissions on a range of topics, including but not limited to:

Barriers to technology access for older adults

Enhancing e-health services for older people

The role of assistive technologies in digital healthcare

Strategies for improving digital health literacy

The impact of social isolation on access to digital health services

Evaluating user experience and satisfaction with digital health tools among older adults

Policy implications for digital health accessibility for older persons

Case studies of successful digital health interventions for older populations

Implementation of digital health technologies in residential settings

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.