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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Gerry Veenstra, Adam Vanzella-Yang
Summary: Upward income mobility was beneficial for men's self-rated health, downward educational mobility was detrimental to women's self-rated health in Canada.
SSM-POPULATION HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Zhongliang Bai, Jing Yang, Zijing Wang, Wenwen Cao, Chenglin Cao, Zhi Hu, Ren Chen
Summary: This study found that social capital is associated with self-rated health among older adults, and the association varies among those with and without health conditions. Different dimensions of social capital have different associations with self-rated health. It is recommended to focus on vulnerable subgroups, especially depressed and lonely older adults, as they have low reciprocity and cohesion.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Carly E. Milliren, Bill Lindsay, Lisa Biernat, Todd A. Smith, Betsy Weaver
Summary: This study designed a digital engagement tool to improve surgical cancellation and post-surgical outcomes by providing patient education materials to patients undergoing total joint replacements. The results showed that utilizing this tool can improve hospital efficiency and patient outcomes, especially for highly engaged patients.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Shiyi Shan, Jin Cao, Ke Tang, Siqing Cheng, Ziyang Ren, Shuting Li, Weidi Sun, Leying Hou, Qian Yi, Dingwan Chen, Peige Song
Summary: This study investigated the associations between self-rated health, interviewer-rated health, objective health and mortality among Chinese older adults. The findings showed that baseline self-rated health, interviewer-rated health, and objective health were significantly associated with 10-year mortality. Additionally, changes in self-rated health, interviewer-rated health, and objective health from 2008 to 2014 were significantly associated with 4-year mortality. It is suggested to promote the use of cost-effective indicators in primary medical institutions to improve health management for older adults.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Meire Cachioni, Gabriela Cabett Cipolli, Flavia Silva Arbex Borim, Samila Sathler Tavares Batistoni, Monica Sanches Yassuda, Anita Liberalesso Neri, Constanca Paul
Summary: The study found that when comparing older adults in Brazil and Portugal, their self-rated health assessment was closely related to factors such as cognitive levels, handgrip strength, and neuroticism. Portuguese older adults had better overall cognition scores, higher handgrip strength, and higher neuroticism values compared to Brazilian older adults. Older adults in Brazil showed more significant relationships between cognitive scores and neuroticism levels with their self-rated health assessment.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Carl Cohen, Aninditha Vengassery, Michael M. Reinhardt
Summary: The study found a striking similarity in the factors influencing self-rated health in older adults with schizophrenia and the general community. This suggests that self-rated health assessment plays an important role in reflecting elements of psychiatric and physical well-being, as well as perceptions of age peers.
INTERNATIONAL PSYCHOGERIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Ketlyne Sol, Simon Brauer, Toni C. Antonucci
Summary: This study examined the longitudinal association between loneliness and self-rated health (SRH), revealing that worse SRH at later midlife may increase risk for loneliness in later life, particularly for Whites.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES B-PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Weixi Kang, Antonio Malvaso
Summary: Personality traits are known to contribute to life satisfaction, but the reasons behind their connection are not fully understood. This study examined whether self-rated health (SRH), which reflects an individual's subjective perception of their health, mediates the relationship between the Big Five personality traits and life satisfaction in older adults from the UK. The results showed that SRH partially mediates the associations between all the Big Five traits and life satisfaction in older adults. These findings suggest that SRH may help explain the connections between personality traits and life satisfaction.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Mikyong Byun, Eunjung Kim, Heuijune Ahn
Summary: The study found that the self-reported health status of low-income elderly individuals is associated with activities of daily living, nutrition, and mental health. Early identification and intervention may help improve the subjective health status of low-income adults and reduce social healthcare burdens.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Shira Peleg, Gabriel Nudelman
Summary: The study found bidirectional effects between self-rated health and depressive symptoms, with self-rated health having a stronger influence on depressive symptoms than depressive symptoms on self-rated health in the 65-79 age group. Among individuals aged 80 and older, depressive symptoms had a stronger impact on self-rated health compared to younger age groups.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Bittu Mandal, Kalandi Charan Pradhan, Parimala Mohanty, T. Muhammad
Summary: This study examined the relationships between migrant status, functional and mobility impairments, and poor self-rated health among older Indian adults. The findings showed that recent migrants had a higher prevalence of reporting poor self-rated health. Older adults with mobility impairments or difficulties in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) also had higher odds of reporting poor self-rated health.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
James R. Dunn, Erika Halapy, Rahim Moineddin, Marisa Young
Summary: The Hamilton Neighbourhoods Study aimed to assess the short-term impacts of the City of Hamilton's Neighbourhood Action Strategy on health and neighbourhood outcomes. A quasi-experimental study was conducted with 881 intervention participants and 173 control participants to investigate changes in self-rated health and mental health. The findings suggest that place-based interventions targeted at high poverty neighbourhoods may only have modest impacts on health in the short-term.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Chien-Chih Lin, Chun-Tung Kuo, Meng-Rung Tsai
Summary: The study found that interactive health literacy was associated with good self-rated health status among older Taiwanese adults, while other domains of health literacy were not associated with poor health status.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Claudia Atala-Acevedo, Roisin McGrath, Kristen Glenister, Daniel Capurro, Lisa Bourke, David Simmons, Mike Morgan, Rodrigo Marino
Summary: This study compared the oral health status of adults in rural Australia based on clinical assessment and self-rated oral health (SROH). The results showed a correlation between SROH and clinical indicators, suggesting that SROH can be used as an indicator of oral health status.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Yuka Iwata, Ayuka Yokoyama, Nanami Oe, Eriko Ito, Azusa Arimoto, Yuko Tanaka, Etsuko Tadaka
Summary: This study examined the factors associated with self-rated health (SRH) in young-old (65-74) and old-old (75 and above) adults in Japan. The results showed that high SRH was consistently linked with low prevalence of medical issues and increased subjective well-being in both age groups. In the old-old age group, higher SRH was associated with favorable economic status and increased engagement in social activities.
Article
Rheumatology
Elizabeth M. Badley, Shatabdy Zahid, Jessica M. Wilfong, Anthony Perruccio
Summary: The association between hand osteoarthritis and adiposity may be explained by the presence of osteoarthritis at other joint sites, while the association between knee osteoarthritis and BMI appears to be distinct from osteoarthritis at other joint sites.
ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Rheumatology
Anthony V. V. Perruccio, Shatabdy Zahid, Calvin Yip, J. Denise Power, Mayilee Canizares, George A. A. Heckman, Elizabeth M. M. Badley
Summary: The study investigated the profile of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors among individuals with and without osteoarthritis (OA), considering sex and single-site and multisite OA. Results showed unique CVD risks by sex/multisite subgroups and suggested inflammation as a potentially important factor in OA beyond traditional CVD risk factors.
ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Rheumatology
J. Denise Power, Anthony Perruccio, J. Michael Paterson, Mayilee Canizares, Christian Veillette, Peter C. Coyte, Elizabeth M. Badley, Nizar N. Mahomed, Y. Raja Rampersaud
Summary: This study examined the magnitude and costs of ambulatory primary care, specialist physician care, and hospital service use for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in Ontario, Canada. The results showed that MSDs place a significant and costly burden on the healthcare system.
JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Rheumatology
Anthony V. Perruccio, Ewa M. Roos, Soren T. Skou, Dorte T. Gronne, Aileen M. Davis
Summary: The objective of this study was to understand the factors associated with pain intensity responder status following nonsurgical hip osteoarthritis intervention, according to sex. Data from individuals with hip osteoarthritis participating in an 8-week education and exercise program were analyzed. The results showed that the pain response differed between men and women, indicating the need for targeted interventions based on the gender.
ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Rheumatology
Christie A. Costello, Jason S. Rockel, Ming Liu, Rajiv Gandhi, Anthony Perruccio, Y. Raja Rampersaud, Nizar N. Mahomed, Proton Rahman, Edward W. Randell, Andrew Furey, Mohit Kapoor, Guangju Zhai
Summary: A new metabolomic signature and metabolite ratios were found to be significantly associated with sustained knee pain after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), providing potential predictive biomarkers and drug targets for improving surgical response.
Review
Rheumatology
Noah Fine, Starlee Lively, Cheryle Ann Seguin, Anthony V. Perruccio, Mohit Kapoor, Raja Rampersaud
Summary: This review discusses the similarities and differences between intervertebral disc degeneration and osteoarthritis of the facet joint, arguing that both diseases should be viewed as part of the same molecular disease spectrum.
NATURE REVIEWS RHEUMATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
J. Denise Power, Anthony Perruccio, Mayilee Canizares, Greg Mcintosh, Edward Abraham, Najmedden Attabib, Christopher S. Bailey, Raphaele Charest-Morin, Nicholas Dea, Joel Finkelstein, Charles Fisher, R. Andrew Glennie, Hamilton Hall, Michael G. Johnson, Adrienne M. Kelly, Stephen Kingwell, Neil Manson, Andrew Nataraj, Jerome Paquet, Supriya Singh, Alex Soroceanu, Kenneth C. Thomas, Michael H. Weber, Y. Raja Rampersaud
Summary: This study aimed to estimate the MCID thresholds for 3 commonly used PROMs after surgical intervention for each of 4 common lumbar spine pathologies. The findings suggest that the use of generic MCID thresholds across pathologies in lumbar spine surgery is not recommended. For patients with relatively low or high presurgery PROM scores, MCIDs based on percentage change, rather than absolute change, appear generally preferable.
Article
Rheumatology
Jessica M. Wilfong, Anthony V. Perruccio, Elizabeth M. Badley
Summary: This study characterized the falling profile of individuals with and without knee osteoarthritis (OA) and identified knee OA as an independent risk factor for falls. The circumstances and predictors of falls among individuals with knee OA differ from those without knee OA, providing opportunities for clinical intervention and fall prevention strategies.
ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Y. Raja Rampersaud, Kala Sundararajan, Shgufta Docter, Anthony V. Perruccio, Rajiv Gandhi, Diana Adams, Natasha Briggs, J. Rod Davey, Michael Fehlings, Stephen J. Lewis, Rosalie Magtoto, Eric Massicotte, Angela Sarro, Khalid Syed, Nizar N. Mahomed, Christian Veillette
Summary: This study comprehensively demonstrates the considerable cost and LOS attributable to AEs in orthopaedic and spine admissions. In particular, the incremental cost and LOS attributable to AEs per admission were almost five times as high among unplanned admissions compared to planned admissions.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
James J. Young, Anthony V. Perruccio, Christian J. H. Veillette, Rhona A. McGlasson, Michael G. Zywiel
Summary: The GLA:D & REG; Canada program aims to provide guideline-recommended care for knee and hip osteoarthritis to 4 million Canadians. By the end of 2022, 15,193 participants were registered in the program, with an average pain intensity of 5 out of 10 before starting the program and approximately two-thirds of participants using pain medication.
Letter
Rheumatology
Anthony V. V. Perruccio, Jessica M. M. Wilfong, Elizabeth M. M. Badley
ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Samantha Horn, Yana Litovsky, George Loewenstein
Summary: This study suggests that curiosity can be a useful tool in increasing demand for and engagement with aversive health information. By manipulating curiosity through various methods, researchers found that participants were more likely to view and engage with information about their drinking habits, cancer risk, and the sugar content in drinks. Overall, curiosity prompts provide a simple and effective way to increase engagement with aversive health information.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sandra Gillner
Summary: Despite high expectations, the extensive and rapid adoption of AI in medical diagnostics has not been realized. This study investigates the perception and navigation of AI providers in complex healthcare systems, revealing their self-organization to increase adaptability and the practices utilized to mitigate tensions within the healthcare subsystems.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Fabian Duartea, Alvaro Jimenez-Molina
Summary: This study found that violence related to social protest has a significant impact on depressive symptoms, leading to an increase in depression among the population in Chile. The effect varies by gender and age, with a stronger influence on men and young adults.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nick Graetz, Carl Gershenson, Sonya R. Porter, Danielle H. Sandler, Emily Lemmerman, Matthew Desmond
Summary: Investments in stable, affordable housing may be an important tool for improving population health. This study, using administrative data, found that high rent burden, increases in rent burden during midlife, and evictions were associated with increased mortality.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Wan Wei
Summary: This study explores the phenomenon of other patient participation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), uncovering the various roles that third parties can assume during medical interactions. The findings contribute to existing research on patient resistance and triadic medical interactions, providing insights into the dynamics and implications of third-party involvement in medical consultations.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Harry Scarbrough, Katie Rose M. Sanfilippo, Alexandra Ziemann, Charitini Stavropoulou
Summary: This paper examines the contribution of pilot implementation studies to the wider spread and sustainability of innovation in healthcare systems. Through an empirical examination of an innovation intermediary organization in the English NHS, the study finds that their work in mobilizing pilot-based evidence involves configuring to context, transitioning evidence, and managing the transition. The findings contribute to theory by showing how intermediary roles can support the effective transitioning of pilot-based evidence, leading to more widespread adoption and sustainability of innovation.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Marta Seiz, Leire Salazar, Tatiana Eremenko
Summary: This study examines the impact of maternal educational selection on birth outcomes during an economic recession, and finds that more educated mothers are more likely to give birth during high unemployment periods. Additionally, maternal education mitigates the adverse effects of unemployment on birth outcomes and is consistently associated with better perinatal health.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jingyuan Shi, Hye Kyung Kim, Charles T. Salmon, Edson C. Tandoc Jr, Zhang Hao Goh
Summary: This study examines the influence of individual and collective norms on COVID-19 vaccination intention across eight Asian countries. The findings reveal nuanced patterns of how individual and collective social norms influence health behavioral decisions, depending on the degree of cultural tightness-looseness.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Elliot Friedman, Melissa Franks, Elizabeth Teas, Patricia A. Thomas
Summary: This study found that positive relations with others have a significant impact on functional limitations and longevity in aging adults, independent of social integration and social support.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Zhuolin Pan, Yuqi Liu, Ye Liu, Ziwen Huo, Wenchao Han
Summary: This study examines the effects of age-friendly neighbourhood environment and functional abilities on life satisfaction among older adults in urban China. The findings highlight the importance of transportation, housing, and social and physical environment factors in influencing functional abilities and life satisfaction. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers in enhancing older adults' life satisfaction in the Chinese urban context.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
