Pauline Norris, Simon Horsburgh, Gemma Waterhouse-Perry, Patti Napier
{"title":"Inequities in medicines use are probably much worse than we thought.","authors":"Pauline Norris, Simon Horsburgh, Gemma Waterhouse-Perry, Patti Napier","doi":"10.1071/HC23114","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC23114","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"16 1","pages":"99-100"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2024-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140318545","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"New Zealand's slow uptake of carbohydrate-reduction in type 2 diabetes management.","authors":"Marcus Hawkins, Caryn Zinn","doi":"10.1071/HC24011","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC24011","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"16 1","pages":"101-102"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2024-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140318546","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Excision pathways for keratinocyte cancers diagnosed by teledermatology: a retrospective review.","authors":"J P Tirado-Perez, A Oakley, R Gansel","doi":"10.1071/HC23098","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC23098","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Introduction The New Zealand population has one of the highest incidences of skin cancer in the world. Hospital waiting lists for surgical excision of keratinocytic skin cancers (basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma) are lengthy, and increasingly, excisions are undertaken in primary care. Teledermatology, in response to general practitioners' electronic referrals (e-referrals), can improve clinical communication between general practitioners and dermatologists. Aim The aim of this study was to evaluate an excision pathway for keratinocytic cancers diagnosed by teledermatology. Methods A retrospective observational descriptive review of a 3-month cohort of primary care e-referrals was undertaken. Results Three hundred and fifty eight suspected keratinocytic cancers (KCs) were diagnosed by teledermatology; histology reports confirmed KC in 201 of 267 excisions (75%). The majority (77.2%) were excised by general practitioners an average of 25 days after the dermatologist's recommendation. The rest were excised by plastic surgeons in private (3.4%) or at a public hospital (19.5%) after an average of 40 or 134 days, respectively. Discussion E-referral pathways are now widely implemented. However, the ideal workflow for skin cancer management is unknown. We have demonstrated in New Zealand that surgery can be undertaken in primary care within a month of a teledermatology diagnosis and excision recommendation. Conclusion This study reports prompt excision of KCs by general practitioners after an e-referral and a teledermatology response.</p>","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"16 1","pages":"90-95"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2024-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140318542","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Primary care clinicians should proactively take up latest AI-based technology: Yes.","authors":"Chester Holt-Quick","doi":"10.1071/HC24035","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC24035","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"16 1","pages":"105-107"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2024-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140318549","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Primary care clinicians should proactively take up latest AI-based technology: No.","authors":"Luke Bradford","doi":"10.1071/HC24033","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC24033","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"16 1","pages":"108-109"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2024-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140318548","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Prompting lifestyle interventions to promote weight loss is safe, effective and patient-centred: No.","authors":"Angela Ballantyne, Denise Steers, Lesley Gray","doi":"10.1071/HC23163","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC23163","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"15 4","pages":"385-387"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138805607","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chris Higgs, Finau Taungapeau, Charleen Silcock, Oka Sanerivi, Emily Fruean, Ileana Lameta, Tevita Vungamoeahi, Charlotte Kareroa, Rose Richards
{"title":"Holistic health for Pacific seniors from a weekly group gathering run by a Pacific health provider.","authors":"Chris Higgs, Finau Taungapeau, Charleen Silcock, Oka Sanerivi, Emily Fruean, Ileana Lameta, Tevita Vungamoeahi, Charlotte Kareroa, Rose Richards","doi":"10.1071/HC23093","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC23093","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Introduction Manatū Hauora (Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ) Ministry of Health) recognises that respecting and listening to Pacific peoples' knowledge and skills in caring for their communities' wellbeing is a priority, and that novel approaches to care, particularly for chronic health conditions, are necessary. Allied health professionals have the potential to play important roles in primary care design and delivery. Pacific Trust Otago (PTO) provides a weekly seniors' group gathering that has evolved over the years and incorporates exercise, health information and cultural activities. Aim This study aims to explore what Pacific seniors are learning about their health and wellbeing, and what factors contribute to sustained engagement with this weekly group activity. Methods The research team conducted a qualitative study using the Kakala Research Framework and the pan-Pacific Talanoa Research Methodology to gather narratives in a relational and comfortable group space. Participants were recruited from the seniors group gathering. Group Talanoa were used to collect data, which were digitally voice-recorded, transcribed, translated, and de-identified. Ethical approval was granted by the University of Otago School of Physiotherapy Ethics Committee. Results Pacific seniors valued how these gathering The seniors recognised how interconnected and intertwined culture, spirituality, and family were and how this contributed to their sense of individual and collective health and wellbeing. The study highlights the need to consider health beyond the individual to the collective, embracing indigenous perspectives, and authentically nurturing relationships with Pacific health providers. The study recommends primary care funders are supported to understand what is important to Pacific people and partner with Pacific health providers to deliver care in ways that align with indigenous models of care. Discussion A weekly group gathering for Pacific seniors run by Allied Health professionals provides a welcoming, safe, and culturally meaningful environment where seniors can connect, share, and grow in health and wellbeing together. This study highlights the importance of adopting informed and inclusive approaches to promoting and addressing holistic health for Pacific people, especially in light of ongoing health reforms in Aotearoa NZ.</p>","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"15 4","pages":"358-365"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138805580","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Esther Tutty, Jordon Wimsett, Charlotte Oyston, Sue Tutty, Matire Harwood, Emelia Legget, Lynn Sadler
{"title":"Inequities in pre-pregnancy folic acid use in Central and South Auckland: secondary analysis from a postpartum contraception survey.","authors":"Esther Tutty, Jordon Wimsett, Charlotte Oyston, Sue Tutty, Matire Harwood, Emelia Legget, Lynn Sadler","doi":"10.1071/HC23103","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC23103","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Introduction In Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ), there is inequity in rates of neural tube defects (NTDs). Among Maaori, NTD occur in 4.58/10 000 live births, and for Pacific peoples, it is 4.09/10 000 live births; this is compared to 2.81/10 000 live births for non-Maaori, non-Pacific peoples. Aim To describe self-reported pre-pregnancy folic acid supplementation and to determine the association between pregnancy intendedness, ethnicity, parity, maternal age, care provider and pre-pregnancy folic acid supplementation. Methods Secondary analysis of postpartum survey data collected at Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai and Counties Manukau birthing facilities in 2020 was conducted. Descriptive analyses explored pregnancy intendedness and self-reported folic acid use by demographic variables. Multivariable logistic regression explored independent associations between demographic variables and folic acid use among intended pregnancies. Results In total, 398 participants completed the survey. The response rate was (140/149) 94% at Counties Manukau and (258/315) 82% at Te Toka Tumai. Pre-pregnancy supplementation was reported by 182 of 398 participants (46%). Use was higher among those who intended their pregnancy (151/262, 58%) compared to those who were 'pregnancy ambivalent' (9/33, 27%) or did not intend to become pregnant (22/103, 21%). Factors independently associated with supplementation among intended pregnancies included: 'Other ethnicity' (European, Middle Eastern, Latin American, African) compared to Maaori (aOR 5.3 (95% CI 1.3, 21.8)), age ≥30 years compared to Discussion Low rates of pre-pregnancy folic acid supplementation exist in Auckland with significant ethnic disparity. Mandatory fortification of non-organic wheat is important, but supplementation is still recommended to maximally reduce risk.</p>","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"15 4","pages":"308-315"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138805587","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Can cranberry products be used to prevent UTIs?","authors":"Vanessa Jordan","doi":"10.1071/HC23161","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC23161","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"15 4","pages":"390-391"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138805514","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"What do we know about the new government's plans for funding primary health care?","authors":"Peter Crampton","doi":"10.1071/HC23165","DOIUrl":"10.1071/HC23165","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16855,"journal":{"name":"Journal of primary health care","volume":"15 4","pages":"295-296"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138805657","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}