This study provides a unique opportunity to explore the integration of services between primary, secondary and community health care among a community dwelling population of residents over time and its impact on health service use and health outcomes. The aims and objectives of this project are:1. To establish the 45 and Up: Primary and Community … Read more
This study seeks to investigate the modifiable risk factors for age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma and cataracts treated surgically. Due to a lack of clarity regarding the association between physical activity and eye disease, the study will focus on the investigation of this association in particular. Specific study objectives include 1) Investigation of the environmental and … Read more
This project aims to evaluate the influence of patterns of primary care contact on ED visits and potentially preventable hospitalisations for patients with a range of national priority chronic complex conditions, including diabetes, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. The project uses a range of administrative data collections from NSW linked to … Read more
The objective of this project is to determine the prevalence, risk factors, clinical consequences and costs of high risk prescribing in older people. Given that older people are the most likely to be prescribed medications yet the most likely to be harmed by their medications, this study will provide an important evidence base for the … Read more
Applications are now closed. The NSW Health Hyperemesis Gravidarum Research Grants Program is now open, offering up to $1.2 million for research into severe nausea and vomiting in pregnancy. Hyperemesis gravidarum is the main cause of hospitalisation for women in the first half of pregnancy. Affecting about 1.1% of pregnant women, it usually starts early … Read more
