The HIV Treatment Cascade: Improved Individual And Population Health Outcomes Through A Better Understanding Of The Natural History Of HIV And Its Treatment In Modern Health Care Systems.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$93,124.00
Summary
To review the methodologies used to analyse the HIV care and treatment cascade in different settings and their limitations. To identify, design and evaluate pilot interventions to improve individual and population outcomes. I am not currently working on any research that requires ethics clearance.
Translating Disaster Research Evidence Into Disaster Resilience And Recovery Decision-making Tools To Guide Policy And Practice
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$175,303.00
Summary
This project responds to needs that have been expressed repeatedly by government agencies, communities and service providers at local, state and national level for assistance with the challenge of translating complex disaster recovery research findings into information and resources that have immediate policy and service relevance. A series of evidence-based tools will be developed to guide decision making about how to promote disaster resilience and support disaster recovery.
Generating And Translating Evidence Into Practice In Womens Health And Beyond
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$501,659.00
Summary
Obesity is increasing with major reproductive and metabolic health impacts for women and the next generation. This fellowships focuses on prevention of obesity and optimal diagnosis and management of obesity related reproductive and metabolic conditions in women including before and during pregnancy. Translation is vital to deliver health benefits from research. Here Prof Teede will generate new evidence and translate this into practice in women’s health and beyond to deliver tangible impact.
Dental Health Services Research For Improved Oral Health Outcomes
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,641,484.00
Summary
This research will generate new knowledge to improve health outcomes by investigating expenditure and financing of dental care, dental practice performance, and the impact of dental services on oral health outcomes. This is needed for health policy to deliver dental care that promotes good oral health, to identify characteristics of the dental delivery system that deliver productive outputs with good outcomes, and testing oral health outcomes in relation to the type of dental care received.
Cognitive Pharmaceutical Services To Mental Health Patients
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$88,473.00
Summary
It is estimated that more than 450 million people are suffering from a mental illness at any one time. Medications are the main method of treatment for people with mental illnesses. The types of medications used for mental illnesses are commonly associated with side effects and high rates of discontinuation. The aim of this research is to develop a pharmacy management service, in conjunction with other health care professionals, to help patients and their carers to manage their medications.
Health Services And Evaluative Research In Diabetic Eye Disease
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$426,556.00
Summary
The NEHS is a nation-wide survey on the prevalence of major eye diseases in Australia. Survey findings will be evaluate the public health & economic impact of eye interventions & health education on reducing the burden of vision loss & blindness from diabetes. The results of the national eye health survey will used as an indicator for WHO strategies for the Universal eye health & become part of the Government endorsed National Eye Health Framework for the elimination of avoidable blindness.
The Appropriateness Of Healthcare Delivered To Australian Children: CareTrack Kids
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,307,423.00
Summary
Despite the prevalence of evidence-based clinical guidelines, studies show considerable gaps between care regarded as appropriate and care received. This study will, for the first time, identify the appropriateness of healthcare delivered to children in Australia, barriers that prevent appropriate delivery and test novel interventions to ensure appropriate evidence-based care can be delivered. In addition we will examine the frequency and nature of adverse events involving children.
To Improve The Quality And Access To Dialysis Treatments By Indigenous Australians From Remote Areas By Using A Patient-centred Approach To Determine The Cost-effectiveness Of Treatment Models That Include The Health, Social And Economic Impact
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,195,023.00
Summary
Compared to other Australians, Indigenous people from remote areas suffer disproportionately from kidney disease. In order to access treatment they must often relocate, sometimes permanently to urban areas. Communities advocate for services closer to home but most health providers see remote area delivery as prohibitively costly. The study will assess the relative cost-benefits of more patient-centered models of care that are inclusive of impacts on patients, families and communities.
Establishing Innovative Methods In Psychiatric Epidemiology And Services Research: Achieving Better Outcomes In Vulnerable Populations
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$318,768.00
Summary
This Fellowship aims to reduce the burden associated with mental disorders in vulnerable populations. This body of work will provide a comprehensive assessment of the predictors, prevention and treatment of mental disorders in these populations, so as to inform resource allocation and service delivery. It will also assess more effective ways to implement services.