27 results for "Judith McCool"
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Use of supporting evidence by health and industry organisations in the consultation on e-cigarette regulations in New Zealand
Objectives Scientific evidence to support the development of appropriate policy for electronic cigarette use is limited by rapidly changing technology and a lack of long-term data. Perceptions of risk and benefits determine diverse framings of the e-cigarette debate and complicate policy decisions…
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A review of international trade and investment agreements and nutrition policy space in the Pacific
Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the Pacific are heavily reliant on imported foods which are often nutritionally deficient, and typically high in salt, fat, and sugar. To curb nutrition-related non-communicable diseases, nutrition policies are needed to create food environments that promote…
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DR services in Fiji: attitudes, barriers and screening practices
The aim of this study was to describe the attitudes and perceptions of primary health care doctors in Fiji regarding the importance of eye care in diabetes mellitus (DM) management, to explore current eye care practice, and to investigate awareness and use of relevant clinical practice guidelines…
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Stakeholder perceptions on the impact of trade and investment agreements on nutrition policy space in small island developing states
Abstract Background Trade liberalisation has contributed to obesogenic food environments globally. Small Island Developing States (SIDS) have some of the world’s highest rates of obesity and nutrition-related noncommunicable diseases. Nutrition regulations have been recognised as necessary…
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A narrative review of the health impact of climate change and food security on Pacific Island countries and territories
Introduction Pacific island countries and territories (PICTs) are experiencing the effects of climate change. A changing climate threatens regional food security. This has implications for the way food is sourced and consumed, and in turn the health challenges PICTs face. This paper presents a…
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TXTTaofiTapaa: pilot trial of a Samoan mobile phone smoking cessation programme
# Background Smoking remains a major risk factor to good health across the Pacific region. Samoa, like other Pacific nations, has signed up to the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) to reduce the prevalence through actions including providing smoking cessation services. A text message…
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Typhoid fever: hurdles to adequate hand washing for disease prevention among the population of a peri-urban informal settlement in Fiji
Problem/context: The Pacific island nation of Fiji Islands has high rates of endemic typhoid fever which is difficult to diagnose and often underreported. However, the majority of cases are preventable through use of safe water; adequate sanitation; vaccination; and, most sustainable of all, simple…
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Screening, diagnosing and management of Pacific peoples with prediabetes in New Zealand primary healthcare clinics with high concentrations of Pacific peoples: an online survey
Introduction Prediabetes is a condition of elevated blood sugar levels which can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D) if not managed effectively. Prediabetes is likely to affect about 24.6% of New Zealand (NZ) adults, with estimates of 29% of the Pacific population currently living with the…
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Typhoid fever: hurdles to adequate hand washing for disease prevention among the population of a peri-urban informal settlement in Fiji
Problem/context: The Pacific island nation of Fiji Islands has high rates of endemic typhoid fever which is difficult to diagnose and often underreported. However, the majority of cases are preventable through use of safe water; adequate sanitation; vaccination; and, most sustainable of all, simple…
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When one size does not fit all – New Zealand perspectives on the International Health Regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic
Abstract The International Health Regulations (IHR) form the basis of the World Health Organization’s governing framework for global health security and have a key role in preventing the international spread of disease. The COVID-19 pandemic rightfully brought the ‘fitness for purpose’ of the IHR…
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Use of e-cigarettes among young queer men living in Aotearoa New Zealand
Introduction Queer-identifying (non-heterosexual) men report higher rates of tobacco and e-cigarette use than the general population. The advent of e-cigarettes as a commercial product in Aotearoa New Zealand has been accompanied by aggressive marketing and a sharp uptake in use, especially among…
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Mobile Health (mHealth) in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
This article reflects on current trends and proposes new considerations for the future of mobile technologies for health (mHealth). Our focus is predominantly on the value of and concerns with regard to the application of digital health within low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). It is in…
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Falling into a deep dark hole: Tongan people’s perceptions of being at risk of developing type 2 diabetes
Abstract Background Prediabetes is a precursor for type 2 diabetes. Compared to the New Zealand/European and other population groups (24.6%), the prevalence of prediabetes is higher within Pacific groups (29.8%). The diagnosis of prediabetes presents a potential opportunity to intervene to prevent…
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The characteristics of behaviour change interventions used among Pacific people: a systematic search and narrative synthesis
Abstract Background Pacific people living in New Zealand, Australia, United States, and the Pacific region continue to experience a disproportionately high burden of long-term conditions, making culturally contextualised behaviour change interventions a priority. The primary aim of this study was…
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Ear and hearing health in Niue: a qualitative study on the worldviews, knowledge, beliefs and use of health care
Introduction Hearing is a primary sense that facilitates the development of spoken language, social connection and an appreciation of sounds within the natural world. Hearing loss has multiple adverse effects across the life course. Understanding the worldviews of ear and hearing health in Pacific…
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The Use of Sensors to Detect Anxiety for In-the-Moment Intervention: Scoping Review
BackgroundWith anxiety a growing issue and barriers to accessing support services, there is a need for innovative solutions to provide early intervention. In-the-moment interventions support individuals to recognize early signs of distress and use coping mechanisms to prevent or manage this…
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Medical electives: exploring the determinants of placement and access variables between 2010 and 2016 at the University of Auckland
Abstract Background Medical electives undertaken during sixth year at medical school provide an opportunity for students to work in an overseas or New Zealand health facility to gain exposure to a health system outside their training facility. Previous work suggests that the elective experience can…
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Tackling anxiety through innovation: Development and pilot study of an in-the-moment messaging intervention for young adults
Objective Anxiety disorders are highly prevalent around the world and are associated with significant disability, comorbidity and costs to society. Digital tools have the potential to deliver equitable, convenient and sustainable interventions for anxiety. We aimed to co-design and pilot-test an…