2022 Publications
Implementing shared decision making in Australia – Marguerite Tracy et al
Person-centred care (PCC) and shared decision-making (SDM) are part of national clinical standards for an increasing number of areas of health care delivery. In addition to existing standards for accrediting hospitals, day surgery facilities, public dental services and medical education in Australia, new standards governing primary health care and [...]
Psychological, social and financial impacts of COVID-19 on culturally and linguistically diverse communities in Sydney, Australia – Danielle Muscat et al
To explore the psychological, social and financial outcomes of COVID-19—and the sociodemographic predictors of those outcomes—among culturally and linguistically diverse communities in Sydney, Australia.
Socioeconomic differences in prostate cancer treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis – Ben Gallagher et al
Since the 1990s, most nations have had a reduction or stabilisation in prostate cancer mortality. However, socioeconomic differences in disease specific mortality and survival have persisted. This has been partially attributed to differences in treatment choices. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to describe [...]
Considering potential benefits, as well as harms, from the COVID-19 disruption to cancer screening and other healthcare services – Katy Bell et al
Since 2020, hundreds of thousands of more deaths than expected have been observed across the globe. Amid the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, current research priorities are to control the spread of infection and minimise loss of life. However, there may be future opportunities to learn [...]
The Impact of Health Literacy-Sensitive Design and Heart Age in a Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Decision Aid: Randomized Controlled Trial and End-User Testing – Carissa Bonner et al
Shared decision-making is an essential principle for the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD), where asymptomatic people consider lifelong medication and lifestyle changes. This study aims to develop and evaluate the first literacy-sensitive CVD prevention decision aid (DA) developed for people with low health literacy, and [...]
Main COVID-19 information sources in a culturally and linguistically diverse community in Sydney, Australia: A cross-sectional survey – Julie Ayre et al
This study describes COVID-19 information-seeking experiences for culturally and linguistically diverse groups in Sydney, Australia. Cross-sectional survey, translated into 11 languages; participants recruited from March 21 to July 9, 2021. Regression models identified factors associated with difficulty finding easy-to-understand COVID-19 information.
The challenges with managing polycystic ovary syndrome: A qualitative study of women’s and clinicians’ experiences – Tessa Copp et al
This is the first study to explore both clinicians’ and women’s experiences with managing PCOS, illustrating several challenges in managing this heterogeneous condition.
The impact of health literacy on psychosocial and behavioural outcomes among people at low risk of cardiovascular disease – Danielle Muscat et al
This study aimed to explore the impact of health literacy on psychosocial and behavioural outcomes for people who were not at high risk of cardiovascular disease receiving a hypothetical blood pressure reading of 135/85 mmHg.
Characteristics and preparedness for COVID-19 outbreaks of Australian residential aged care facilities: a cross-sectional survey – Lyn Gilbert et al (Preprint)
Survey results suggest that, in early 2021, most Australian RACFs were better prepared for the ongoing risk of COVID-19 than in 2020. Continued implementation of recommendations from the Aged Care Royal Commission is needed to ensure the aged care sector is prepared for future infectious [...]
Psychosocial impact of testing HPV positive in Australia’s HPV-based cervical screening program: a cross-sectional study – Verity Chadwick et al
Elevated levels of anxiety and emotional distress were found in those testing HPV+ compared with those testing HPV-. Future research should examine what strategies should be used to deliver test results and what additional information is provided, in order to alleviate anxiety among individuals testing [...]