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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Crystal Y. Chan, Gary Cheung, Adrian Martinez-Ruiz, Patsy Y. K. Chau, Kailu Wang, E. K. Yeoh, Eliza L. Y. Wong
Summary: This study investigated caregiver burnout among caregivers of community-dwelling older people with dementia in Hong Kong (HK), China, and New Zealand (NZ). The study found differences in contributing factors to burnout between HK and NZ, but also identified common factors such as care-recipient behavioral problems and primary caregiver being a spouse. Allied-health services were found to protect caregivers from burnout in HK.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hayley Brown, Linda Bryder
Summary: Despite the establishment of a taxpayer funded health system in 1938, New Zealand's health system has failed to provide equitable health outcomes for its indigenous population, the Ma over line ori. This article examines historic inequalities and policy attempts to address them, but despite increased self-determination for Ma over line ori, they still have shorter life expectancy and poorer health compared to the overall population. Neo-liberal policies implemented in the 1980s and 1990s further disadvantaged Ma over line ori and hindered their efforts for improved health.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Victoria Egli, Sandra Mandic, Tessa Pocock, Anantha Narayanan, Lisa Williams, Terryann Clark, Lisa Spasic, Ailsa Wilson, Karen Witten, Melody Smith
Summary: This research project aims to partner with children in Auckland and Dunedin schools to identify children's needs and strengths related to neighborhoods and health through an abundant communities approach. Specific methods include collaborative, creative, play-based activities and co-creation of dissemination material. The research has been approved by the University of Auckland Human Participants Ethics Committee and results will be disseminated through various channels.
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Infectious Diseases
Isabella M. Y. Cheung, Simon Horsburgh, Mohammed Ziaei, Akilesh Gokul
Summary: This study aimed to describe the utilization of ocular antibiotics in New Zealand from 2010 to 2019. The findings showed variations in antibiotic usage among different patient subgroups, with differences in age, ethnicity, and socioeconomic factors. This information can improve the prevention and management of bacterial ocular infections and support initiatives in antibiotic stewardship and medicine access equity.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Charlie Moss, Luke Aaron Munford, Matt Sutton
Summary: This study aimed to estimate the association between having an inflexible job and health-related quality of life and healthcare utilization, and to explore heterogeneity in the effects by gender, age, and area-level deprivation. The results showed that job inflexibility was associated with lower health-related quality of life, particularly for women and older or more deprived employees. Having an inflexible job was also linked to a longer time since the last visit to a general practitioner.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Cecilia Akatukwasa, Viola N. Nyakato, Dorcus Achen, Elizabeth Kemigisha, Daniel Atwine, Wendo Mlahagwa, Stella Neema, Gad Ndaruhutse Ruzaaza, Gily Coene, Godfrey Z. Rukundo, Kristien Michielsen
Summary: The level of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) communication between caregivers and young adolescents is low and influenced by the comfort of caregivers. Interventions are needed to improve caregivers' comfort with communicating about SRH to young adolescents.
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Yanjuan Wu, Yuyang Liu, Xingqi Cao, Zhimin Ying, JuYoung Park, Qiushi Feng, Maki Umeda, Zuyun Liu, Jing Liao
Summary: The study found that adult-children caregivers of disabled oldest-old Chinese perceived heavier burden if the care recipients had low positive emotions, multiple chronic diseases, and caregivers spent more time caregiving.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Heuiwon Han, Amanda B. B. Lees, Zac Morse, Jane Koziol-McLain
Summary: This study aimed to understand the knowledge and attitudes of New Zealand dental and oral health therapists in detecting and reporting child abuse and neglect. The results showed that the majority of therapists were able to recognize the signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect, but only half of them were familiar with the reporting process. Although 62% of therapists had encountered at least one suspected case, only 21% had ever reported their concerns. The fear of false reporting was identified as the most significant barrier. Efforts to enhance the knowledge and attitudes of therapists are necessary to promote child safety and wellbeing.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2022)
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Medicine, General & Internal
David Sibbritt, Tobias Sundberg, Lesley Ward, Alex Broom, Jane Frawley, Jessica Bayes, Jon Adams
Summary: The study found that Australian women with osteoarthritis use a variety of conventional and complementary medicine consultations, self-care practices, products, and methods to manage their condition, resulting in significant out-of-pocket expenses.
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Psychiatry
Rebecca E. Grattan, Aleesha Mehta, Amanda Clifford
Summary: Maori, the indigenous peoples of New Zealand, have higher rates of psychotic disorders. It is unclear if they also have increased risk symptoms of psychosis. This study surveyed 466 young adults in New Zealand and found that Maori reported more subclinical psychotic-like experiences, which may be influenced by systemic factors such as childhood trauma, discrimination, and financial stress.
SCHIZOPHRENIA BULLETIN
(2023)
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Shannon M. Ruzycki, Pamela Roach, Jayna Holroyd-Leduc, Cheryl Barnabe, Sofia B. Ahmed
Summary: This study examines the experiences and perceptions of harassment and discrimination in the medical field among physicians of different racial and gender identities in Canada. The results indicate that harassment and discrimination are more prevalent among BIPOC cisgender women, while White cisgender men perceive greater gender and racial equity.
JOURNAL OF GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Anjali Sergeant, Sudipta Saha, Anushka Lalwani, Anand Sergeant, Avery McNair, Elias Larrazabal, Kelsey Yang, Orly Bogler, Arti Dhoot, Dan Werb, Nazlee Maghsoudi, Lisa Richardson, Gillian Hawker, Arjumand Siddiqi, Amol Verma, Fahad Razak
Summary: This study examined racial and gender diversity among healthcare executives in Canada and compared their diversity to the populations they serve. The findings suggest that while there is gender parity, racial diversity among healthcare executives is significantly underrepresented.
CANADIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION JOURNAL
(2022)
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Psychology, Social
Carla Houkamau, Nicole Satherley, Samantha Stronge, Rachel Wolfgramm, Kiri Dell, Jason Mika, Jamie Newth, Chris G. Sibley
Summary: The study found that cyberbullying prevalence is higher among Maori people, with young adults and individuals of minority sexual orientation more likely to be victims. Those identifying as multiple ethnicities also have a higher likelihood of experiencing cyberbullying.
CYBERPSYCHOLOGY BEHAVIOR AND SOCIAL NETWORKING
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Mythily Subramaniam, Edimansyah Abdin, Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar, Sherilyn Chang, Rajeswari Sambasivam, Anitha Jeyagurunathan, Lee Seng Esmond Seow, Rob Van Dam, Wai Leng Chow, Siow Ann Chong
Summary: The study found a link between adverse childhood experiences and diabetes, especially in the younger age group where individuals with experiences such as parental separation, death or divorce had higher odds of diabetes. Additionally, the prevalence of major depressive disorder was significantly higher among those with diabetes and adverse childhood experiences compared to those with diabetes alone.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Lisa Viktorsson, Eva Tornvall, Magnus Falk, Ingrid Wahlin, Pia Yngman-Uhlin
Summary: Healthcare providers believe that young adults rely too much on the healthcare system to stay healthy. Young adults are influenced by external resources, concerned about minor symptoms they struggle to explain, and unable to wait. The healthcare provider's role is seen as part of a healthcare structure, needing to meet different priorities and ethical dilemmas, while feeling supported by experience.
HEALTH EXPECTATIONS
(2022)
