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Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Health Workers’ And Liaison Officers’ Role In Quality Acute Health Care Services
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,571,334.00
Summary
This project will explore the role of and give voice to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Liaison Officers in acute health care services (hospitals), from the point of view of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who use health care (patients) and the health professionals who work with them. The project team will explore these issues using interviews, patient journeys and surveys across three hospitals.
The Role Of Individual Patient, Social Support And Treatment Centre Variables In The Psychosocial Outcomes Of Cancer Patients
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$512,192.00
Summary
This national study, involving 20 medical oncology units, will be the first study of its kind to rigorously examine the role of individual patient (disease, demographic), social support, and treatment centre characteristics in psychosocial outcomes for cancer patients. Findings will give a bird’s eye view of which characteristics should be targeted to improve psychosocial outcomes for cancer patients.
Quality Improvement In Aboriginal Primary Health Care: Lessons From The Best To Better The Rest.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$617,427.00
Summary
High performing primary health care (PHC) services are essential to "close the gap" in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes. Little previous research has investigated the contextual factors around a particular service that influence the success of quality improvement initiatives. We aim to transfer knowledge about the processes that facilitate the success of quality improvement initiatives in these services whilst building research and evaluation capacity in the services.
A Phase II Trial Of Follow-up Of Men With Prostate Cancer In Primary Care.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$584,465.00
Summary
This study aims to develop and test a novel model of shared care for the follow-up of men with prostate cancer. Men treated for prostate cancer experience distressing and ongoing side-effects of treatment and significant psychological issues. Current models of care fail to address adequately these issues. The new model is designed to improve the care received and therefore the quality of life of men after treatment for prostate cancer.
Improving Outcomes For Patients Receiving Outpatient Chemotherapy Through A Shared Care Pathway Intervention
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$623,887.00
Summary
Many cancer patients receiving chemotherapy treatment continue to experience serious side effects at home, where they struggle to self-manage and often go to hospital after symptoms have worsened. We have developed an innovative clinical pathway involving the provision of home-based assessment, clinical care and advice by community nurses, which aims to help patients without creating new health service positions. Our study will test if the pathway decreases unplanned hospital visits, improves pa ....Many cancer patients receiving chemotherapy treatment continue to experience serious side effects at home, where they struggle to self-manage and often go to hospital after symptoms have worsened. We have developed an innovative clinical pathway involving the provision of home-based assessment, clinical care and advice by community nurses, which aims to help patients without creating new health service positions. Our study will test if the pathway decreases unplanned hospital visits, improves patient well-being and is cost-effective.Read moreRead less
Stepping Up To Insulin: A Cluster Randomised Trial Of Team-based Transition To Insulin In Primary Care For Patients With Poorly Controlled Type 2 Diabetes
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$796,751.00
Summary
Helping people control their diabetes through the best possible medical care is important. Most people with diabetes eventually need insulin yet this is a step in treatment that is often resisted by patients and GPs. This study will help GPs and Practice Nurses work with patients who have reached this stage make the change to insulin treatment in a safe, effective, convenient and timely way. This will have enormous benefits through reduced diabetes complications and improved quality of life.
Evaluation Of Enhanced Models Of Primary Care In The Management Of Stroke And Other Chronic Diseases
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$556,184.00
Summary
Chronic diseases are the leading cause of death and disability in Australia. Since 1999, patients in Australia have been able to access a variety of comprehensive disease management programs subsidised through Medicare. We will use comprehensive linked data from survivors of stroke registered in the Australian Stroke Clinical Registry to provide the first robust evaluation of the effectiveness of these enhanced models of primary care in patients with chronic diseases using stroke as an example.
A Randomised Controlled Trial Of A Mindfulness Intervention For Men With Advanced Prostate Cancer
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$729,841.00
Summary
Approximately 22,000 Australian men alive today have advanced prostate cancer. By comparison to men with localised prostate cancer, men with advanced disease report higher levels of psychological distress and poorer quality of life, and have an increased risk of suicide. This study will trial a remote access mindfulness-based cognitive therapy intervention aimed at improving mental health outcomes and wellbeing for men with advanced prostate cancer.
Development And Valuation Of Cancer-specific Multi-attribute Health States For Use In Economic Evaluation
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$707,671.00
Summary
Economic evaluation is used by the Australian government in deciding which medical services and pharmaceuticals should be funded. This study will develop quality of life utility measures for use in economic evaluation of cancer interventions in Australia and internationally. This represents a significant methodological contribution to the assessment of quality of life, effectiveness and efficiency in cancer, in one of Australia's national health priority areas.
Improving Vision And Quality Of Life: An Innovative And Comprehensive Eye Care Model For Individuals In Residential Care Facilities
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$896,953.00
Summary
Elderly people living in residential care facilities have high levels of vision loss which can impact on emotional health, falls, daily functioning, and quality of life. Appropriate correction and cataract surgery can improve vision and, with low vision rehabilitation, can enhance quality of life. This project will assess the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of a new model of eye care targeting vision impairment to improve residents’ daily functioning, enhance their emotional well-being and quali ....Elderly people living in residential care facilities have high levels of vision loss which can impact on emotional health, falls, daily functioning, and quality of life. Appropriate correction and cataract surgery can improve vision and, with low vision rehabilitation, can enhance quality of life. This project will assess the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of a new model of eye care targeting vision impairment to improve residents’ daily functioning, enhance their emotional well-being and quality of life; and reduce falls.Read moreRead less