- Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections
- Respiratory viral infections research
- Dermatology and Skin Diseases
- Occupational Therapy Practice and Research
- Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research
- Parasites and Host Interactions
- Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
- Mental Health Research Topics
- Community Health and Development
- Vibrio bacteria research studies
- Health, Medicine and Society
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Mental Health and Patient Involvement
- Healthcare professionals’ stress and burnout
- Cytomegalovirus and herpesvirus research
- Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors Study
- Transgenic Plants and Applications
- Spanish Linguistics and Language Studies
- Viral Infections and Vectors
- Health Policy Implementation Science
- Fecal contamination and water quality
- Parvovirus B19 Infection Studies
- Digital Mental Health Interventions
- Helminth infection and control
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
2023-2024
Mayo Clinic in Florida
2023-2024
Mayo Clinic in Arizona
2023
Women's and Children's Health Network
2023
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
2023
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
2023
Monash University
2022
Monash Children’s Hospital
2022
Alice Springs Hospital
2018-2021
Royal Darwin Hospital
2019
Introduction: Current treatments for moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD) include topical and systemic therapies. The latter includes monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) targeting the IL-13 pathway, which is implicated in AD pathophysiology. While currently available mAbs directed against pathway have demonstrated efficacy AD, they require ongoing injections every 2 or 4 weeks. APG777 a humanized anti-IL-13 mAb that binds blocks downstream signaling mediated by IL-13Rα1/IL-4Rα complex....
Article AbstractObjective: Since attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a well-documented risk factor for smoking and bupropion has been shown to be effective cessation, we tested the efficacy of as prophylactic agent prevention in children adolescents with ADHD. Method: We conducted longitudinal, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group study at large, urban, outpatient medical center. Recruitment began April 1999, last subject was followed until September...
Background Empyema is a serious complication of pneumonia frequently caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae (SP). We assessed the impact 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (13vPCV) on childhood and empyema after inclusion in Australian National Immunisation Program. Methods For bacterial hospitalisations, we ascertained incidence rates (IRs) using Hospital Morbidity Database International Statistical Classification Disease discharge codes relevant population denominators, calculated rate...
Abstract Objective To determine the incidence, clinical presentation and progress of acute post‐streptococcal glomerulonephritis in Central Australia. Design Retrospective observational analysis. Setting Paediatric inpatient admission at Alice Springs Hospital. Participants Patients admitted to Hospital under 14 years age meeting diagnostic criteria for between January 2010 December 2014. Main Outcome Measures Incidence central Biochemical abnormalities associated with glomerulonephritis....
Background: To determine maternal and neonatal risk factors for, incidence of, early-onset group B streptococcus (EOGBS) late-onset (LOGBS) infection in South Australia (SA) the Northern Territory (NT). Methods: A case–control study with 2:1 matched controls to cases. The included tertiary hospitals Territory, Australia. Retrospective data were collected from a 16-year epoch (2000–2015). Results: Of total of 188 clinically suspected or confirmed cases, 139 confirmed, which 56.1% (n = 78)...
Few published studies are available describing the prevalence of paediatric strongyloidiasis in endemic areas within Australia. This literature review and exploratory clinical audit presents first seroprevalence data for patients Central A total 16.1% (30/186) inpatients tested Strongyloides stercoralis 2016 were seropositive (95% CI: 11.5% to 22.1%). Eosinophilia unknown aetiology was most common indication testing (91.9%). Seropositive significantly more likely reside communities outside...
Objective: The purpose of this study was to use the RE-AIM framework evaluate implementation a mental health app designed for undergraduate and medical students during COVID-19 pandemic. Participants: Medical (n = 270) 1386) from five universities in Appalachian region United States participated study. Methods: Universities were recruited deploy Sharpen students. provided psychoeducational modules literacy, social-emotional learning, mindfulness-based stress reduction, suicide prevention...
Mobile health clinics serve a unique role in which they can offer affordable and adaptable care to the population serve. The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) mobile began 2020 as partnership with South Carolina Department Health Environmental Control (SCDHEC) address low vaccination rates that resulted from COVID-19 pandemic. This study is descriptive analysis examines number vaccinations tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) human papillomavirus (HPV) at different locations...
1) A series of cases pneumococcal meningitis treated with large doses intramuscular penicillin in high dosage and without prednisone has been studied. The over-all therapeutic result was better than a previous this hospital intrathecal lower penicillin, but not significantly oral chloramphenicol. 2) In the high-dosage series, rapid adequate passage into CSF sterilization obtained. 3) Prognosis all three clearly related to state consciousness. This is due persisting infection, reasons are...
The purpose of this pilot study was to conduct a process evaluation mental health and wellness mobile (mHealth) application for medical students designed increase resilience decrease stigma.
Introduction: Current treatments for moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD) include topical and systemic therapies. The latter includes monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) targeting the IL-13 pathway, which is implicated in AD pathophysiology. While currently available mAbs directed against pathway have demonstrated efficacy AD, they require ongoing injections every 2 or 4 weeks. APG777 a humanized, anti-IL-13 mAb that binds blocks downstream signaling mediated by IL-13Rα1/IL-4Rα complex....
To describe the epidemiology of invasive Salmonella disease in children Northern Territory, Australia.Design: A retrospective review salmonellosis cases identified by pathology records and Territory Notifiable Disease Surveillance System. Case definitions: Those aged 18 years or under, with cultured from a usually sterile site, collected between 1 July 2005 30 June 2015.The primary outcome measure was annual incidence rate salmonellosis, comparing rates Indigenous non-Indigenous...
The curriculum of the first occupational therapy programme in Zambia has been developed partnership with people from different cultural backgrounds, disciplines and educational work/clinical backgrounds. There are many challenges to such a this case study will highlight how met and, most importantly, personal qualities group dynamics that supported process enabled individual members stay motivated energised. Finally, reflections shared on what learnt through work development for an Zambia.