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View article: The economics of saturation in qualitative analysis
The economics of saturation in qualitative analysis Open
There is an economic literature on sample design that, although fairly well advanced for quantitative studies (such as randomised controlled trials), has yet to extend to the analysis of qualitative research designs. This paper proposes a …
View article: Trends in physical and mental health needs across generations in Australia
Trends in physical and mental health needs across generations in Australia Open
Despite evidence of changes in age-specific incidence and prevalence rates for chronic conditions and disease, future health resource planning is often based on historical age- and gender-specific service use, neglecting changes in the nee…
View article: Generational Differences in Age-Specific Dementia Prevalence Rates
Generational Differences in Age-Specific Dementia Prevalence Rates Open
Importance Dementia is a significant public health challenge, with its prevalence expected to increase as life expectancy continues to extend globally. Objective To estimate generational differences in age-specific dementia prevalence acro…
View article: Health-related quality of life in the UK Biobank Experience of Pain follow-up study: a comparison with general population norms
Health-related quality of life in the UK Biobank Experience of Pain follow-up study: a comparison with general population norms Open
The UK Biobank (UKB) is a population-based resource of genetic, health, lifestyle, sociodemographic, and linked clinical data for approximately 500 000 volunteers. Previous analyses of health determinants have shown that the UKB is not rep…
View article: Compliance with clinical guidelines: the role of incentives and competition between practitioners
Compliance with clinical guidelines: the role of incentives and competition between practitioners Open
In this study we use a unit record, panel dataset, to examine the behaviour of clinicians under a chronic disease management program (CDMP) that is designed to improve care and slow the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Using 8 …
View article: The impact of individuals’ preventive behaviours on health and healthcare utilisation
The impact of individuals’ preventive behaviours on health and healthcare utilisation Open
We investigate the impact of preventative health behaviour of an individual, colon screening, on health outcomes and healthcare utilisation. We employ an instrumental variable approach to address the circularity in this relationship, using…
View article: Change in Dental Visits Among Eligible Children Under the Impact of the Child Dental Benefits Schedule in Australia
Change in Dental Visits Among Eligible Children Under the Impact of the Child Dental Benefits Schedule in Australia Open
Objectives In Australia, although there have been some improvements, child oral health continues to be a major public health issue. The Australian Government introduced the means‐tested Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) in 2014 to supp…
View article: A mixed‐methods study of staff perspectives on the barriers and facilitators to the implementation of patient‐reported routine outcome measures and feedback in alcohol and other drug treatment
A mixed‐methods study of staff perspectives on the barriers and facilitators to the implementation of patient‐reported routine outcome measures and feedback in alcohol and other drug treatment Open
Introduction Preliminary evidence supports the use of patient‐reported outcome measures (PROM) and feedback for enhancing client outcomes in alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment. However, successful implementation remains challenging. Th…
View article: Routine outcome monitoring and feedback in alcohol and other drug treatment: A qualitative study of client perspectives on implementation
Routine outcome monitoring and feedback in alcohol and other drug treatment: A qualitative study of client perspectives on implementation Open
Introduction Routine outcome monitoring (ROM) and feedback is an evidence‐supported strategy for evaluating alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment outcomes. However, the implementation of ROM and feedback into AOD services remains a signif…
View article: The effect of gun buy‐back law reform on homicides and suicides in Australia
The effect of gun buy‐back law reform on homicides and suicides in Australia Open
In this paper we use the synthetic control method (SCM) to estimate the causal effects of a national legislative reform accompanied by mandatory gun buy‐backs in Australia on both suicide and homicide rates. Using a rich international data…
View article: Accuracy of self‐reported private health insurance coverage
Accuracy of self‐reported private health insurance coverage Open
Studies on health insurance coverage often rely on measures self‐reported by respondents, but the accuracy of such measures has not been thoroughly validated. This paper is the first to use linked Australian National Health Survey and admi…
View article: The impact of posttraumatic stress disorder on upper gastrointestinal investigations in Australian Defence Force veterans: a retrospective review
The impact of posttraumatic stress disorder on upper gastrointestinal investigations in Australian Defence Force veterans: a retrospective review Open
Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) commonly exhibit associated gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms. We compared upper GI endoscopy and abdominal ultrasound rates in veterans with and without PTSD. Veterans with PTSD were 77–81% …
View article: The University of Queensland study of physical and psychological outcomes for claimants with minor and moderate injuries following a road traffic crash (UQ SuPPORT): design and methods
The University of Queensland study of physical and psychological outcomes for claimants with minor and moderate injuries following a road traffic crash (UQ SuPPORT): design and methods Open
To date research investigating how mental health impacts physical recovery following a road traffic crash (RTC) has focused on cohorts with severe injuries. The UQ SuPPORT study aims to study the physical and psychological outcomes of clai…
View article: Post‐traumatic stress disorder is associated with a higher rate of polypectomy independent of an increased frequency of colonoscopy in Australian veterans: a retrospective review
Post‐traumatic stress disorder is associated with a higher rate of polypectomy independent of an increased frequency of colonoscopy in Australian veterans: a retrospective review Open
Background Post‐traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with extensive physical comorbidities, including lower gastrointestinal symptoms. Diagnostic uncertainty and poor therapeutic responses may result in more frequent colonoscopie…
View article: Causal impact of physical activity on child health and development
Causal impact of physical activity on child health and development Open
The relationship between physical activity and child health and development is well-documented, yet the extant literature provides limited causal insight into the amount of physical activity considered optimal for improving any given healt…