Predictors Of Home Telehealth Adoption In The Aging Population: Consumer Perspectives
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$325,255.00
Summary
Care of the aging population will place a huge burden on the Australian healthcare system. It is now possible for health services to be provided across the Internet (telehealth) into the aged person’s home. The problem is there has been a slow uptake of telehealth services. What is needed is a clear understanding of aged consumers’ perspectives on telehealth and why they would engage in such services. These findings will assist in planning health care services for the aged into the future.
Supporting Informed Choice For Management Of Screen Detected Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS) Among Older Women (70 Years And Over)
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$314,644.00
Summary
DCIS refers to abnormal changes in the breast that may or may not lead to breast cancer later on. Screening women over 70 means more DCIS will be found and treated by surgery, radiotherapy, and other treatments. To avoid unnecessary treatment, some DCIS patients could instead have regular checks (monitoring). This research will develop a tool to help women over 70 with DCIS to make an informed choice between monitoring or immediate treatment, and test whether this improves their quality of life.
Improving Cardiovascular Disease Risk Assessment And Management In Older Adults (aged 75+) By Supporting Clinician And Patient Decision-making
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$294,892.00
Summary
The prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) could play a significant role in improving the health and quality of life of older adults. However, guidance for treating adults aged 75+ is limited and they may not be receiving the appropriate CVD care. This project will explore the opinions of doctors and older adults regarding the prevention of CVD and develop a tool to support decision-making in this area. The research will positively influence the prevention of CVD among older Australians.