Offre de soins dans le Massif central : Territorialisation, gouvernance et initiatives pour faire face aux nouveaux enjeux

摘要

The Massif Central is made up of several areas with specific dynamics. However, a number of common characteristics (rural and mountain areas, low population density) added to the national issues related to the health system make the organization of health care and its access difficult. Following a territorial approach and based on speeches and actions made by health care services, local authorities and health professionals, our research effort was focused on collecting and analyzing raised issues, actors involved in the field and actions that were taken. Evaluating the distinctive features of the rural areas in the Massif could allow new solutions to be developed. The close relationship between the populations and health actors, the low number of professionals, the role of the elected members and of the rural local authorities are key elements to take into account in Massif Central. We analyzed the interests and positions of each actor and explore new ongoing projects such as the healthcare centres with primary care teams or the local health care network developed in rural areas. This work contributes to the understanding of the pivotal role of the dialogue and cooperation among the main local actors (health professionals, political representatives and health institutions) on the success of the present and future projects to maintain and develop the supply of health care.