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Queensland University of Technology Faculty of Health
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Queensland University of Technology
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Publisher: Asian Pacific Organization for Cancer Prevention
Date: 30-04-2013
DOI: 10.7314/APJCP.2013.14.4.2155
Abstract: Advances and controversies of skin cancer prevention in the Asian-Pacific region are to be examined the world's first Global Controversies and Advances in Skin Cancer Conference to be held in Brisbane, Australia this November. APOCP Members are cordially invited to register early for the opportunity to contribute to the debate on a cancer which continues to be a prominent issue in the Asia Pacific and indeed worldwide. We need answers to the questions of why a cancer that is so preventable and easily detectable is still shrouded in controversy. Primary focuses will be on issues like viral involvement, vaccines and novel clinical approaches.
Publisher: Routledge
Date: 13-08-2020
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 1998
Publisher: Queensland University of Technology
Date: 2023
DOI: 10.5204/THESIS.EPRINTS.238328
Abstract: The benefits of preventive health approaches in reducing disease and illness, building healthy communities and cost-savings are well cited, however, long-term implementation and sustainability of these approaches remains challenging. This research presents a framework for health promotion practice enabling integration of community-informed preventive actions across systems, policy, practices and environments to help build healthy communities. Without sustainable implementation approaches, evidence into practice is slow and the true benefits of preventive approaches for Australian’s health aren’t realised. Several barriers and facilitators were identified and the need for greater attention to planning for sustainability at the commencement of health promotion programs.
Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Date: 09-2014
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2019
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 18-07-2020
DOI: 10.1186/S12961-020-00599-5
Abstract: The importance of engaging stakeholders in the research process is well recognised. Whilst engagement is important, guidelines and practices vary for how stakeholders should be involved in research and how to facilitate effective collaborative relationships. This study aimed to explore the perspectives and experiences of stakeholders involved in the policy and practice area of outdoor space and non-communicable disease prevention. Stakeholders interviewed included academics, practitioners, policy-makers, knowledge brokers and a funder. The findings suggest that stakeholders had positive experiences when engaged meaningfully in the research process, where research projects were carefully planned and managed with attention to context and culture, and where the research team was effective, respectful and communicative. These factors help to facilitate the translation of research into policy and practice. However, multiple challenges of collaborative research were identified which related to structural and systemic challenges, building and maintaining relationships, use and collection of data and information, cultural perceptions of research and research generation, and getting evidence into action. Participants felt that changing the funding system, exploring more collaborative research methodologies, improved research translation, and more effective collaborative relationships at all stages of the research process could address some of these challenges. The findings highlight that, whilst stakeholder engagement in research was considered important, structural, cultural and in idual practices impacted how this worked in practice. Identifying and testing solutions to address these challenges could improve synergies between research, policy, and practice and lead to the production of impactful research that reduces wastage of public funding, improves implementation of findings and ultimately improves public health outcomes.
Publisher: Routledge
Date: 13-08-2020
Publisher: Routledge
Date: 13-08-2020
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2019
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 18-02-2021
Abstract: The role of local government in improving public health has been given legislative recognition in some Australian states. There is growing evidence of the positive role this statutory recognition has given to align local government efforts with state government health policy. Health in All Policies (HiAP) is a comprehensive approach to integrating public health, promoting components into a range of traditional local policies such as those relating to housing, transport and water. While much of the work internationally in HiAP has focused on urban populations, we argue that there are opportunities for rural and remote Australian local governments to use HiAP to respond to disparities in health outcomes amongst rural and remote Australian communities. We examine the Australian experiences with HiAP, the role for local governments and the future challenges and opportunities around the use of a HiAP approach to improve community health outcomes in rural and remote Australian communities.
Publisher: Routledge
Date: 13-08-2020
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 07-2019
Publisher: Routledge
Date: 13-08-2020
Publisher: Routledge
Date: 13-08-2020
Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
Date: 09-11-2004
Abstract: The evaluation of a community-based screening programme for melanoma (SkinWatch) in 18 regional communities (total adult population >30 years 63 035) in Queensland, Australia is described. The aim of the SkinWatch programme was to promote whole-body skin screening for melanoma by primary care physicians. The programme included community education, education and support for local medical practitioners and open-access skin screening clinics. Programme delivery was achieved through assistance of local volunteers. All programme activities and resources were recorded for process evaluation. A baseline telephone survey (n = 3110) and a telephone survey four months after programme launch (n = 680) assessed community awareness of the SkinWatch programme and, 37 face-to-face interviews with community members, doctors and community leaders were conducted to assess satisfaction with the programme. A s le of 1043 of 16,383 residents who attended the skin screening clinics provided as part of the programme were interviewed to assess reasons for attending, and positive and negative aspects of SkinWatch programme. Community awareness of the SkinWatch programme increased by over 30% (p < 0.001) within four months of the start of the programme. Interview participants described the SkinWatch programme as a useful service for the communities and 90% stated they would revisit the clinics. A total of 43% of all attendees were over 50 years old, and nearly 50% were men. These findings demonstrate the acceptability and feasibility of a community-based screening programme for melanoma in rural areas. Volunteers were instrumental in increasing community ownership of and involvement in the SkinWatch programme.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 16-05-2021
Publisher: Routledge
Date: 13-08-2020
Location: Australia
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