Improving Evidence-based Treatment Of Latent Tuberculosis Infection In Public-hospital Based Chest Clinics
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$176,250.00
Summary
The aim of this project is to implement an electronic decision support (EDS) tool for preventive tuberculosis treatment into clinical practice. Information needs of patients and physicians as well as practical concerns regarding the use of the EDS will be evaluated before performing pilot testing and evaluating the impact of the EDS tool on simulated doctor-patient interactions and clinical workflow.
Improving Implementation Of Guideline Recommendations For Early Detection And Prevention Of Cancer In General Practice
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$277,205.00
Summary
An intervention targeting key barriers to preventive care will be implemented in 3 general practices. A multiple baseline design will be used to evaluate the success of the intervention. Key outcomes will include the proportion of eligible patients within each practice for whom 3 or more health risk behaviours have been assessed in accordance with guidelines recommendations; and the proportion of eligible patients who have been screened appropriately for breast, cervical and bowel cancer.
Early Diagnosis And Management Of Vestibular Neuritis.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$174,107.00
Summary
Acute Vestibular Neuritis is a common and self-limiting cause of disabling vertigo lasting >24 hours. Posterior Circulation Stroke is a less common but life-threatening disorder that presents with the same symptoms. These two disorders are separable by three key examination findings: the Head Impulse, Nystagmus, Tests of Skew ("HINTS). This fellowship will implement effective separation of the common harmless cause of vertigo from life-threatening strokes and ensure early treatment of Neuriti ....Acute Vestibular Neuritis is a common and self-limiting cause of disabling vertigo lasting >24 hours. Posterior Circulation Stroke is a less common but life-threatening disorder that presents with the same symptoms. These two disorders are separable by three key examination findings: the Head Impulse, Nystagmus, Tests of Skew ("HINTS). This fellowship will implement effective separation of the common harmless cause of vertigo from life-threatening strokes and ensure early treatment of Neuritis with steroids and home rehabilitation.Read moreRead less