HARMONY: A Cluster Randomised Controlled Trial Of A Whole Of General Practice Intervention To Prevent And Reduce Domestic Violence Among Migrant And Refugee Communities
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$595,289.00
Summary
Migrant and refugee victims of domestic violence (DV) are at grave risk of harm and murder and under-identified in primary care. The Harmony partnership builds on evidence-based models of DV response, to trial an innovative intervention of culturally competent and safe care in general practices with significant numbers of migrant patients. Harmony will result in data platforms that enhance assessment and care plans for DV victims, and safer outcomes for those from vulnerable populations.
An Intervention To Improve The Detection And Management Of Familial Hypercholesterolaemia In Primary Care
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$518,588.00
Summary
Familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH) is an inherited condition affecting 45,000 Australians, with 10% diagnosed. FH has been managed mainly through hospital clinics with the majority under-treated despite effective primary care treatment being available. The application integrates specialist and primary care management with data fed into the new national FH registry. It is a partnership between 7 Universities and 5 States: service providers; community organisations; policy managers and industry.