Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ahmed Al-Wathinani, Attila J. Hertelendy, Abdulmajeed M. Mobrad, Riyadh Alhazmi, Saqer Althunayyan, Michael S. Molloy, Krzysztof Goniewicz
Summary: The study emphasizes the importance of ongoing education for EMS providers, including disaster management courses and life support courses to enhance disaster response capabilities.
Article
Economics
Weicong Luo, Jing Yao, Richard Mitchell, Xiaoxiang Zhang, Wenqiang Li
Summary: Emergency Medical Service (EMS) systems are crucial for public health and safety. Optimizing EMS station locations to reduce urban-rural inequalities remains challenging. This research proposes a multi-objective optimization model to reduce EMS inequalities in accessibility and coverage and maximize the total covered population. The study in Wuhan, China suggests that to reduce urban-rural inequalities, all new EMS stations should be located in rural areas, but an additional station is needed in urban areas to increase overall coverage. This work has important implications for the planning of public services like EMS.
SOCIO-ECONOMIC PLANNING SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohammed Abdullah Alalwan, Talal Alshammari, Hassan Alawjan, Hassan Alkhayat, Ahmed Alsaleh, Ibrahim Alamri, Alaa Aldubaikel, Jaber Alqahtani, Ahmad Alrawashdeh, Saeed Alqahtani
Summary: The aim of this study was to assess the ECG competency of EMS providers in Saudi Arabia. The results showed that the majority of participants were unable to correctly answer the 12 ECG questionnaire, while paramedics with higher qualifications were able to interpret the ECG more accurately.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ahmed Ramdan M. Alanazy, John Fraser, Stuart Wark
Summary: This study examines the experiences of Saudi Arabian EMS personnel and finds disparities in availability, accessibility, and resources between rural and urban areas. The lack of local training and resources in rural areas, as well as issues with EMS staff demographics and public awareness, are identified as key concerns. The study recommends specialized training and ongoing education, supplementing EMS with external specialists, and implementing national public education programs.
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yue Li, Ji Li, Jiayu Geng, Tao Liu, Xin Liu, Haojun Fan, Chunxia Cao
Summary: The quantity and quality of emergency medical services in Tianjin have improved after the healthcare reform in 2016, and the supply meets the demand. However, there are variations in supply and demand patterns among urban, sub-urban, and rural areas.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Matthew Snyder, Byran J. Smucker
Summary: Metamodeling requires a tremendous amount of data for optimizing complex EMS systems.
SIMULATION MODELLING PRACTICE AND THEORY
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Eman A. Alblowi, Mona Abdullah Shujaa, Wadi B. Alonazi
Summary: This study observed the performance of mental hospitals in Saudi Arabia using a balanced scorecard. The results showed that most rural hospitals had lower performance that needed improvement. Additionally, there was a significant rise in the prevalence of mental disorders between 2018 and 2022.
PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH AND BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rebecca Hirschhorn, Oluwagbemiga DadeMatthews, JoEllen Sefton
Summary: Despite years of experience and some providers having treated EHS patients before, the study found that EMS providers have poor knowledge regarding exertional heat stroke. Additionally, few EMS providers reported having access to appropriate methods for assessing or cooling patients with EHS. Updated training and ensuring access to necessary equipment are necessary for improving EMS capabilities in managing EHS.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Jing Yuan, Guang-Liang Shan, Sheng-De Li, Chun-Peng Gao, Li-Ying Cui, Bin Peng
Summary: The study found that rural residents with previous TIA in China had a higher percentage of not calling EMS. Multiple risk factors associated with not calling EMS were identified among rural participants, calling for targeted intervention strategies. Conversely, among urban participants, only low income was significantly associated with an increased risk of not calling EMS.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Reem S. AlOmar, Nouf A. AlShamlan, Naheel A. AlAmer, Nouf Albrahim, Zainab Z. Alshulah, Zahra A. Kalalah, Danah M. Almoaibed, Hawra Z. Alshulah, Musaad R. AlRashid, Abdulaziz A. Althumairi, Abdullatif K. Althunyan
Summary: The study aimed to identify the predominant learning approaches of Saudi medical students in different regions of Saudi Arabia and evaluate the possible associations with sociodemographic and educational characteristics. The findings showed that male students and those attending private medical schools were more likely to adopt a strategic learning approach, while students with an A grade point average were less likely to adopt a surface learning approach.
POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Feng Xie, Jiajun Yan, Gina Agarwal, Richard Ferron
Summary: This study compared the time on task and cost between Mobile integrated health care (MIH) and ambulance services provided by Niagara emergency medical services (NEMS). The results showed that MIH was associated with a shorter service time, lower proportion of patients transported to the emergency department, and lower total costs compared to regular ambulance responses.
Article
Urban Studies
Adel Saleh Bouregh, K. M. Maniruzzaman, Ismaila Rimi Abubakar, Faez S. Alshihri, Tareq I. Alrawaf, Sayed M. S. Ahmed, Manal Saleh Boureggah
Summary: Planning authorities worldwide are increasingly using e-participation to enhance public engagement in decision-making processes. However, the prospects of using Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to foster public participation in urban planning in conservative Arab societies are still unknown. This study investigates public willingness to participate in the urban planning process through the Internet and smartphones in Saudi Arabia. The findings show that most participants across various demographics are aware of e-participation in urban planning and have a positive attitude towards it. They also prefer e-participation over traditional methods in all stages of urban planning.
Article
Education & Educational Research
Jwaher A. Almulhem
Summary: This study assessed medical students' access to medical records in Saudi Arabia, with a majority having access to EHR and preferring easy access to medical records. Students had a better experience with EHR compared to paper records, and those trained in University-owned and National Guard hospitals had better experiences.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Karianne Larsen, Henriette S. Jaeger, Maren R. Hov, Kjetil Thorsen, Volker Solyga, Christian G. Lund, Kristi G. Bache
Summary: The study indicates that paramedics can effectively use NIHSS as an accurate and time efficient prehospital stroke severity quantification tool, early assessment of strokes can be beneficial for stroke treatment.
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Abdullah Alruwaili, Ahmed Ramdan M. Alanazy
Summary: The aim of this study was to compare pre-hospital time intervals between rural and urban communities in terms of emergency medical services. The study found that response time, transport time, and on-scene time were all shorter in urban communities compared to rural communities.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ahmed Ramdan M. Alanazy, John Fraser, Stuart Wark
Summary: This study examines the experiences of Saudi Arabian EMS personnel and finds disparities in availability, accessibility, and resources between rural and urban areas. The lack of local training and resources in rural areas, as well as issues with EMS staff demographics and public awareness, are identified as key concerns. The study recommends specialized training and ongoing education, supplementing EMS with external specialists, and implementing national public education programs.
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY
(2022)
Article
Education, Special
Stuart Wark, Rafat Hussain, Matthew P. Janicki, Marie Knox, Trevor Parmenter
Summary: This study investigates the health and wellbeing of adults with intellectual disability. The findings suggest that adults with intellectual disability experience more adverse life events, poorer mental health, and lower levels of social support compared to their age peers. However, they report higher levels of overall wellbeing and better physical health.
JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Stuart Wark, Rafat Hussain, Arne Mueller, Trevor Parmenter
Summary: This study examined end-of-life care provision in rural areas and focused on the quality of life of individuals with intellectual disabilities during this stage. The findings revealed that the availability of services, individual needs, and untreated pain were key factors influencing quality of life.
RESEARCH AND PRACTICE IN INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Daniel Teshome Gebeyehu, Leah East, Stuart Wark, Md Shahidul Islam
Summary: This article aims to systematically summarize the impact of COVID-19 on food security and identify the most compromised food security dimension, providing guidance for food security regulators and actors to prioritize interventions.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Henok G. Tegegn, Stuart Wark, Edouard Tursan d'Espaignet, M. Joy Spark
Summary: The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate the measurement properties of medication adherence patient-reported outcome measures (MA-PROMs) in patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD) and identify the most suitable MA-PROM for use in clinical practice or future research. The review found a lack of sufficient content validity evidence for all MA-PROMs in patients with CVD. Only eight MA-PROMs were classified in the highest recommendation category and had sufficient content validity and internal consistency. Further validation studies are needed for 28 MA-PROMs in the second recommendation category. Four MA-PROMs were not recommended for use in CVD patients. From the eight MA-PROMs in the highest recommendation category, ARMS and ARMS-7 were selected as the most suitable for use in patients with CVD.
CLINICAL DRUG INVESTIGATION
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Daniel Teshome Gebeyehu, Leah East, Stuart Wark, Md Shahidul Islam
Summary: This review aims to provide evidence-based decisions for health regulators by summarizing publications on the health impact of COVID-19 based on disability-adjusted life years.
Article
Education, Special
Stuart Wark, Lia Bryant, Tyson Morales-Boyce, Kate Deuter
Summary: This study examines the issue of transitional care for people with intellectual disabilities and their aging carers in rural areas. The research highlights the poor connection between general and specialist services as a major obstacle. The study suggests that better planning at the government level is needed to address this issue.
JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Daniel Teshome Gebeyehu, Leah East, Stuart Wark, Md Shahidul Islam
Summary: This systematic review aimed to identify the health burdens of COVID-19 and summarize the literature that can aid health regulators in making evidence-based decisions on COVID-19 mitigation strategies. The impact of COVID-19 on both the length and quality of life has been substantial, causing considerable health crises worldwide. Further studies focusing on increasing preparedness for future pandemics, public sensitization, and multi-sectorial integration are recommended.
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ahmed Ramdan M. Alanazy, Abdullah Alruwaili
Summary: This meta-analysis examined the prevalence and risk factors of burnout among emergency medicine healthcare workers (HCWs). The results showed that burnout is a common problem in this field, with variations observed among different countries. The study also found that the type of profession plays a significant role in the occurrence of burnout, while gender differences were not significant.
Article
Education, Special
Stuart Wark, Rafat Hussain, Matthew P. Janicki, Marie Knox, Trevor Parmenter
Summary: This paper compares the prevalence of chronic pain in older people with and without intellectual disability and explores the health and social factors associated with chronic pain in these two groups. The key findings include a higher prevalence of pain in the intellectual disability group, as well as higher rates of osteoarthritis, falls, oral health problems, and mood disorders.
JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY
(2023)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Abdullah Alruwaili, Mohammed Alsalem, Mohammed Alninyaa, Khallad Alabdulqader, Mohammed Alibrahim, Saud Al Asmri, Ahmed Alanazy
Summary: This study investigated the knowledge and practices of 582 participants regarding burn management. The findings revealed that sex and education level had an impact on burn management knowledge and practice. Females were more likely to receive information about burn first aid, while males had a better understanding of burn severity and chemical burn management. Additionally, females were more likely to manage burns themselves. Participants with prior knowledge showed a greater interest in learning more about burn first aid and had a better understanding of burn severity and chemical burn management. Tailoring public health education to sex and education level is important in improving awareness and preparedness for burn first aid.
JOURNAL OF BURN CARE & RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Educational
Bridget Mcfarland, Lia Bryant, Stuart Wark, Tyson Morales-Boyce
Summary: This article presents an adaptive interviewing approach used with five individuals with intellectual disabilities in rural South Australia. The approach incorporates multiple methods, such as responsive communication techniques, the inclusion and support of family carers, visual tools, and walking interviews, to enhance the participation of people with intellectual disabilities in qualitative research.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Pardis Bahadori, Ana P. Molina-Recalde, Abdullah Saleh Alruwaili, Ahmed Alanazy, Wondimagegn Tibebu Tilahun, Gulsanga Ayub, Zia Ul Haq, Musa Bin Bashir
Summary: This study assessed the knowledge of medical students regarding radiation, associated risks, and protective measures. The majority of participants showed good knowledge about the nature of radiation and associated risks, but had lower knowledge about protective measures.
IRISH JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Abdullah Alruwaili, Ahmed Ramdan M. Alanazy
Summary: The aim of this study was to compare pre-hospital time intervals between rural and urban communities in terms of emergency medical services. The study found that response time, transport time, and on-scene time were all shorter in urban communities compared to rural communities.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Adam Austin, Thomas-Hoang Le, Thomas Moss, Stuart Wark
Summary: This study assessed the adequacy of residential care services in New South Wales, Australia, and found that demand already exceeded capacity, with projected shortages expected to worsen in the future.
AUSTRALIAN HEALTH REVIEW
(2022)
