The International Journal of Integrated Care

Background The prevalence of prediabetes was found to be higher than previously estimated in the Netherlands, with approximately 21% of males and 15% of females between 40 and 75 years of age having prediabetes [1]. Prediabetes is characterised by elevated blood glucose levels that are not yet high enough to be classified as diabetes [2]. Around 70% of people with prediabetes develop type 2 diabetes within ten years [2, 3].

Introduction Integrated care is a globally acknowledged paradigm in healthcare systems [1]. It encompasses two primary dimensions: integration, which aims to coordinate fragmented elements across the healthcare continuum, and service quality, which ensures timely and effective delivery of care to patients [2]. The model’s core objectives include enhancing healthcare efficiency, optimizing patient experience, and improving clinical outcomes [3].

Perspective papers Robin Miller Michelle L. A. Nelson Fraser Battye A notable development in recent years has been the emphasis on structuring integrated care around ‘neighbourhoods’ or ‘places’ and engaging ‘communities’ in the planning, design and delivery of support. Across the world, related principles are being used to inform national and regional policies and to develop local practice innovations.

Introduction Dementia is a significant global public health concern. Worldwide, the number of people with dementia is projected to reach 78 million by 2030 and 140 million by 2050 [1]. In China, a study on dementia prevalence among adults aged ≥60 years estimated that approximately 15.07 million older adults are living with this condition [2]. The rising number of cases in China and globally highlights the increasing burden of this disease [1].

Background Making use of opportunities for health promotion and disease prevention when people seek healthcare is critical to increasing the impact of healthcare on population health. Only 10–20% of what makes people healthy is attributable to the treatment of illness, while 30% has to do with individuals’ health behaviours [1].

Introduction Economic evaluation research has evolved considerably. Once focused mainly on healthcare, it now spans social care and integrated care services—an important shift for addressing the needs of people who are often overlooked, such as those with experience of homelessness (PEH) and multiple disadvantage (defined as overlapping experiences of homelessness, substance use, mental health issues, and justice involvement) [1, 2].

Purpose This paper aims to provide a detailed account of a case study research project investigating the development, evolution, success, and transferability/replicability of an integrated regional palliative care service. The purpose is to provide methodological guidance for applying case study research for integrated care service evaluation.

Introduction There are currently more than 43.4 million refugees worldwide [1] with approximately 75% hosted in low- and middle-income countries and 25% in high-income countries [2]. Refugees are at a higher risk for poor health outcomes [3], and providing accessible, high-quality health care for refugees presents unique challenges for health systems and individual providers [4].

Introduction According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the global population is aging at a significantly accelerated pace compared to historical trends. The demographic cohort aged 60 years and above is projected to escalate from 1 billion in 2020 to 1.4 billion. By 2050, this geriatric population segment will have doubled, reaching 2.1 billion individuals worldwide [1].

Introduction Priority populations are defined as specific groups within society who experience social disadvantage, poorer overall health, and inequities—such as avoidable and unfair differences in health status [1].