Book Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Heidi Ledford
Summary: Government responsibility for public health has influenced the nation's concept of freedom.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Daniel M. Oh, Daniela Markovic, Amytis Towfighi
Summary: This study analyzed interhospital transfers (IHTs) for acute ischemic stroke patients from 2010 to 2017 and found inequities in rates of IHT by race, ethnicity, sex, insurance, and income. After adjusting for sociodemographic, medical, and hospital characteristics, the odds of IHT remained stable. Further research and policy interventions are needed to address these inequities.
Article
Economics
Andrew J. Palmer, Julie A. Campbell, Barbara de Graaff, Nancy Devlin, Hasnat Ahmad, Philip M. Clarke, Mingsheng Chen, Lei Si
Summary: The developed QALY model accurately reflects the levels of QALYs in different countries and genders, providing an important reference for health economic models and can be used to evaluate the burden of disease and calculate years of life lost due to illnesses in comparison to the general population.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Shilpa Tyagi, Nan Luo, Chuen Seng Tan, Kelvin Bryan Tan, Boon Yeow Tan, Edward Menon, N. Venketasubramanian, Wei Chin Loh, Shu Hui Fan, Kenneth Lam Thuan Yang, Audrey Swee Ling Chan, Aysha Farwin, Zunairah Binti Lukman, Gerald Choon-Huat Koh
Summary: This study aimed to explore the caregiving experience of stroke survivors and their family caregivers across different caregiver identities. The findings highlighted the heterogeneity in factors affecting caregiving experience across spouse and adult-child caregivers. Practical implications include conducting a needs assessment for caregiver-stroke survivor dyads and providing tailored support, training and information to help caregivers cope better.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Cathy Y. Yu, Timothy Blaine, Peter D. Panagos, Akash P. Kansagra
Summary: This study highlighted the demographic disparities in proximity to certified stroke care, with greater disparities observed in nonurban areas compared to urban areas. Higher proportions of elderly, American Indian, uninsured, or low-income populations in nonurban census tracts were found to be more distant from certified stroke care facilities.
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Virginia Pesata, Aaron Colverson, Jill Sonke, Jane Morgan-Daniel, Nancy Schaefer, Kelley Sams, Flor Maria-Enid Carrion, Sarah Hanson
Summary: This study examines the ways in which arts contribute to wellbeing in communities in the United States. It finds positive associations between arts interventions and psychological, physical, and social outcomes, and also highlights the need for core outcomes sets and reporting guidelines.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Benjamin Leffel
Summary: Private climate expertise is crucial for the local political economy of urban climate governance. This study examines the role of local government procurement of decarbonization services from private expertise within local green industries in achieving both environmental and economic goals. Through case studies in Singapore, Knoxville, and Melbourne, it provides new evidence of the importance of local procurement in the process of eco-state restructuring.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Hugh S. Markus, Sheila Martins
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on stroke patients, affecting incidence, mortality, and healthcare services. While stroke cases decreased during the pandemic, total mortality may have increased, prompting adjustments in stroke services globally.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Gina Samaan, Michelle McPherson, Johan Eidman, Offeibea Obubah, Jean-Pierre Baptiste, Lianne Kuppens, Kai Von Harbou, Miftahul Fahmi Sembiring, Shambhu Acharya, Peter Graaff
Summary: COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of a whole-of-society approach in managing health emergencies. The World Health Organization led the global response, while working with the UN Country Teams at the country level. Case studies from Mali, Cox's Bazar, and Uzbekistan demonstrate how WHO contributed to the whole-of-society response through technical expertise and leveraging volunteers from various sectors.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jay F. Whitacre, Morgan Bazillian, Anna J. Siefken, Michael M. Whiston
Summary: In the past two decades, the number of university-based energy institutes in the United States has significantly increased, but there is currently no nationwide organization or network for collaboration between these institutes. This study aims to investigate and categorize these institutes in order to propose the establishment of a centralized organization to support the development of academic energy research.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jessie V. Ford, Megan B. Ivankovich, Eli Coleman
Summary: In the United States, there is a need for a comprehensive sexual health approach to address the persistent sexual health problems. A set of core sexual health indicators is proposed to measure and monitor the state of sexual health in the country, as well as guide research, programming, and policy development. This approach has been successful in other countries but has not been implemented in the U.S. yet.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Dervis Kirikkaleli, Bugra Ozbeser
Summary: This study investigates the time-frequency dependency between government expenditures and tax revenues in the United States from 1960Q2 to 2019Q3, using the wavelet coherence approach. The findings support the spend-and-tax hypothesis, suggesting that government expenditures have both short-term and long-term effects on tax revenues within specific time intervals.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sara R. Jaeger, F. Roger Harker, Gaston Ares
Summary: Agricultural systems that go beyond organic have the potential to advance sustainability efforts. This study explored consumer opinions on these emerging systems, focusing on biodynamic agriculture. The findings showed largely positive attitudes across countries, with a majority of consumers responding positively to the environmental and social aspects of biodynamic agriculture. Biodiversity was found to be more important to consumers than social sustainability, such as worker welfare and community resilience.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Gillian Elizabeth Caughey, Catherine E. Lang, Sarah Catherine Elizabeth Bray, Janet K. Sluggett, Craig Whitehead, Renuka Visvanathan, Keith Evans, Megan Corlis, Victoria Cornell, Anna L. Barker, Steve Wesselingh, Maria C. Inacio
Summary: This study aimed to develop and examine quality and safety indicators for monitoring the care of older Australians receiving home care packages. The study found that antibiotic use, chronic disease management plans, high sedative load, and emergency department presentations were the most prevalent indicators. The study also revealed variation in HCP wait times and geographical areas.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Ireri Merino-Arteaga, Victor G. Alfaro-Garcia, Jose M. Merigo
Summary: The objective of this paper is to use bibliometric techniques to analyze the development of fuzzy systems research (FSR) in the United States and Canada. The main findings show that Zadeh is the most influential author, Pedrycz is the most productive author, and the United States has made a greater contribution to FSR.
INFORMATION SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Brittni Nielsen, Tamara Tse, Brendon Haslam, Leeanne M. Carey
Summary: The study aimed to develop a documentation audit checklist for assessing treatment fidelity of SENSe therapy. After testing and evaluating 38 therapy records, the developed checklist comprised 29 core components. The results showed that 6 records had high fidelity, while 32 had moderate fidelity. The inter-rater agreement was 80%.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Sandy Middleton, Simeon Dale, Benjamin McElduff, Kelly Coughlan, Elizabeth McInnes, Robert Mikulik, Thomas Fischer, Jan Van der Merwe, Dominique Cadilhac, Catherine D'Este, Christopher Levi, Jeremy M. Grimshaw, Andreea Grecu, Clare Quinn, Ngai Wah Cheung, Sabina Medukhanova, Estela Sanjuan Menendez, Susana Salselas, Gert Messchendorp, Anne-Kathrin Cassier-Woidasky, Marcelina Skrzypek-Czerko, Merce Slavat-Plana, Urso Antonella, Waltraud Pfeilschifter, Tereza Kolabia
Summary: Poor adoption of stroke guidelines is a global issue. This multi-center clinical trial successfully facilitated the rapid implementation and scale-up of nurse-initiated methods in different countries.
EUROPEAN STROKE JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Shyam Gangadharan, Shinya Tomari, Christopher R. Levi, Natasha Weaver, Elizabeth Holliday, Beata Bajorek, Daniel Lasserson, Jose M. Valderas, Helen M. Dewey, Peter Alan Barber, Neil J. Spratt, Dominique A. Cadilhac, Valery L. Feigin, Peter M. Rothwell, Hossein Zareie, Carlos Garcia-Esperon, Andrew Davey, Nashwa Najib, Milton Sales, Parker Magin
Summary: This study compared the processes of care and clinical outcomes of community-based management of TIAMS between rural and metropolitan Australia. The study found that while the prognosis of TIAMS in rural settings is very good, the processes of care in such areas are inferior to metropolitan areas.
AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF RURAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Lachlan L. L. Dalli, Muideen T. T. Olaiya, Joosup Kim, Nadine E. E. Andrew, Dominique A. A. Cadilhac, David Ung, Richard I. I. Lindley, Frank M. M. Sanfilippo, Amanda G. G. Thrift, Mark R. R. Nelson, Seana L. L. Gall, Monique F. F. Kilkenny, PRECISE Investigators
Summary: High adherence to antihypertensive medications within 6 months poststroke is associated with reduced risks of both major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) and falls requiring hospitalization. Patients should be encouraged to adhere to their antihypertensive medications to maximize poststroke outcomes.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
O. Fasugba, S. Dale, E. McInnes, D. A. Cadilhac, M. Noetel, K. Coughlan, B. McElduff, J. Kim, T. Langley, N. W. Cheung, K. Hill, V. Pollnow, K. Page, E. Sanjuan Menendez, E. Neal, S. Griffith, L. J. Christie, J. Slark, A. Ranta, C. Levi, J. M. Grimshaw, S. Middleton
Summary: The implementation of nurse-initiated protocols in Australian and New Zealand stroke units have shown positive outcomes for stroke patients. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of external remote facilitation in improving the uptake and quality of care for stroke patients. It will provide valuable insights on the most effective strategies for implementing nurse-led stroke protocols.
IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Tara Purvis, Dominique A. Cadilhac, Kelvin Hill, Adele K. Gibbs, Jot Ghuliani, Sandy Middleton, Monique F. Kilkenny
Summary: This study aimed to explore the influence of hospital resources on evidence-based patient care for stroke in both metropolitan and regional/rural hospitals. Clinical registries are commonly used to monitor stroke care, but they rarely collect data on hospital features. The findings suggest that hospital resources play a role in the provision of evidence-based care for stroke patients.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR QUALITY IN HEALTH CARE
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Bridget Burton, Megan Isaacs, Emily Brogan, Kirstine Shrubsole, Monique F. Kilkenny, Emma Power, Erin Godecke, Dominique A. Cadilhac, David Copland, Sarah J. Wallace
Summary: The aim of this study was to identify and evaluate high-quality stroke guidelines that can inform aphasia management. We identified 9 high-quality guidelines and extracted 82 recommendations for aphasia management. Most recommendations were aphasia-related, but there were gaps in aphasia-specific recommendations in the areas of accessing community supports, return to work and leisure, driving, and interprofessional practice.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Hayley J. Denison, Marine Corbin, Jeroen Douwes, Stephanie G. Thompson, Matire Harwood, Alan Davis, John N. Fink, P. Alan Barber, John H. Gommans, Dominique A. Cadilhac, William Levack, Harry McNaughton, Joosup Kim, Valery L. Feigin, Virginia Abernethy, Jackie Girvan, Andrew Wilson, Anna Ranta
Summary: This study assessed ethnic differences in stroke outcome and service access in New Zealand (NZ) and explored underlying causes in addition to traditional risk factors. The results showed that Maori people had a higher risk of unfavorable outcomes at different time points and higher risks of death, change in residence, and unemployment. The study suggests that these disparities may be associated with stroke service delivery.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Priscilla J. Tjokrowijoto, Renerus Stolwyk, David Ung, Ian F. Kneebone, Monique Kilkenny, Joosup T. Kim, Muideen L. Olaiya, Lachlan A. Dalli, Dominique R. Cadilhac, Mark A. Nelson, Natasha E. Lannin, Nadine Andrew
Summary: This study investigated factors associated with receiving mental health treatment following stroke and its impacts on long-term outcomes. It found that 49% of stroke patients had mood problems, but half of them did not receive mental health treatment. Factors associated with treatment receipt included prior psychological support and medication, self-reported anxiety/depression, younger age, and being female. Those who required interpreter services, used a health benefits card, or had continuity of primary care visits were less likely to access mental health services.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Joosup Kim, Dominique A. Cadilhac, Stephanie Thompson, John Gommans, Alan Davis, P. Alan Barber, John Fink, Matire Harwood, William Levack, Harry McNaughton, Virginia Abernethy, Jacqueline Girvan, Valery Feigin, Hayley Denison, Marine Corbin, Andrew Wilson, Jeroen Douwes, Anna Ranta
Summary: This study compared the costs and quality-adjusted life years of stroke patients admitted to urban and nonurban hospitals in New Zealand. The results showed that urban hospitals had higher treatment costs and quality-adjusted life years compared to nonurban hospitals, even after adjustment for other factors. These findings can help improve the level of treatment in nonurban hospitals and optimize outcomes for patients.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Dianne Lesley Marsden, Kerry Boyle, Jaclyn Birnie, Amanda Buzio, Joshua Dizon, Judith Dunne, Sandra Greensill, Kelvin Hill, Sandra Lever, Fiona Minett, Sally Ormond, Jodi Shipp, Jennifer Steel, Amanda Styles, John Wiggers, Dominique Ann-Michele Cadilhac, Jed Duff
Summary: This study implemented a guideline-based intervention to improve inpatient continence care. The results showed an increase in the proportion of symptomatic patients receiving recommended care, and these improvements were sustained.
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Health Policy & Services
Shanthi Ramanathan, Elizabeth Lynch, Julie Bernhardt, Michael Nilsson, Dominique A. Cadilhac, Leeanne Carey, Sandy Middleton, Jan Chamberlain, Frederick Rohan Walker, Penny Reeves, Andrew Searles
Summary: This study presents the results of applying the FAIT framework to assess the impact of a research center in stroke rehabilitation. The center achieved a significant return on investment, with 18.8 million AUD in leveraged grants and a return of 4.82 AUD for every dollar invested. The FAIT methods used provided comprehensive evidence of the center's impact in various categories.
HEALTH RESEARCH POLICY AND SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Tara Purvis, Dominique A. Cadilhac, Kelvin Hill, Megan Reyneke, Muideen T. Olaiya, Lachlan L. Dalli, Joosup Kim, Lisa Murphy, Bruce C. Campbell, Monique F. Kilkenny
Summary: Repeated national audit cycles on stroke service provision and care delivery in Australia from 1999 to 2019 showed significant improvements in service organization and adherence to guideline-recommended care processes. These findings are important for reducing gaps in best practices and illustrating the evolution of the stroke health system.
JOURNAL OF HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH & POLICY
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Anahita Brown, Tamara Tse, Tracy Fortune
Summary: This study explores the role and treatment approaches of occupational therapists in neuro-behavioural rehabilitation through semi-structured interviews. Four themes were identified: changing tasks, environment, and the person; building safe rapport; the importance of sensory stimulation; and the importance of cognitive strategies. These themes clarify the role of occupational therapists in neuro-behavioural rehabilitation.
AUSTRALIAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Leeanne M. Carey, Liana S. Cahill, Jannette M. Blennerhassett, Michael Nilsson, Natasha A. Lannin, Vincent Thijs, Susan Hillier, Dominique A. Cadilhac, Geoffrey A. Donnan, Meg E. Morris, Leonid Churilov, Marion Walker, Shanthi Ramanathan, Michael Pollack, Esther May, Geoffrey C. Cloud, Sharon Mcgowan, Tissa Wijeratne, Marc Budge, Fiona Mckinnon, John Olver, Toni Hogg, Michael Murray, Brendon Haslam, Irene Koukoulas, Brittni Nielsen, Yvonne Mak-Yuen, Megan Turville, Cheryl Neilson, Anna Butler, Joosup Kim, Thomas A. Matyas
Summary: This study aims to increase access to evidence-based upper-limb rehabilitation for stroke survivors and improve their outcomes through the establishment of a national partnership. The research utilizes a knowledge transfer intervention to enhance therapists' skills and guide the implementation of SENSe therapy. Outcomes include successful delivery of therapy, improved somatosensory function, and better performance in self-selected activities and quality of life.
