Letter
Primary Health Care
Maria Maddalena Sirufo, Lina Maria Magnanimi, Lia Ginaldi, Massimo De Martinis
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Pan Ji, Jieyun Zhu, Jihua Feng, Hongyuan Li, Qiao Yu, Han Qin, Lile Wei, Jianfeng Zhang
Summary: This study assessed the association between serum uric acid (SUA) levels and diabetic kidney disease (DKD) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The findings suggest that higher SUA levels are associated with an increased risk of DKD in T2DM patients. The risk of DKD increases by 24% for each 1 mg/dl increase in SUA. These results highlight the potential of SUA as a predictor for DKD in T2DM patients.
PRIMARY CARE DIABETES
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Meily Kurniawidjaja, Indri Hapsari Susilowati, Dadan Erwandi, Abdul Kadir, Bonardo Prayogo Hasiholan, Rijal Al Ghiffari
Summary: This study aims to assess depression among the elderly during the COVID-19 pandemic and to identify risk factors associated with it, such as socio-demographic, physical and psychosocial conditions, and family support. The findings showed significant associations between depression and retirement/income, dependency, fitness/health status, family/social support, and sources of funds. Measures for social, health, and psychosocial support should be implemented to minimize the impact of depression among the elderly.
JOURNAL OF PRIMARY CARE AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Hunter K. Holt, Ginny Gildengorin, Leah Karliner, Valy Fontil, Rajiv Pramanik, Michael B. Potter
Summary: By analyzing the differences in prescription patterns and hypertension (HTN) control between Black/African Americans (BAA) and non-BAA individuals, the study found that providers seem to be following race-based guidelines for HTN treatment. However, HTN control for BAA remains worse than non-BAA, suggesting that an individualized approach to HTN therapy may be more important than race-based guidelines.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN BOARD OF FAMILY MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Ali S. Mubarak, Ameera S. Baabbad, Nada A. Almalki, Ghaida T. Alrbaiai, Ghadi A. Alsufyani, Danah K. Kabrah
Summary: This study aimed to assess the beliefs, barriers, and acceptance of COVID-19 vaccination among Taif University students in Saudi Arabia. The results showed that most students were willing to take the vaccine, and beliefs in vaccine safety and effectiveness, as well as trust in the vaccine's ability to prevent complications, were associated with a higher acceptance rate.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY MEDICINE AND PRIMARY CARE
(2022)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Minal R. Patel, Guanghao Zhang, Cindy Leung, Peter X. K. Song, Michele Heisler, Hae Mi Choe, Roshanak Mehdipanah, Xu Shi, Kenneth Resnicow, Geila Rajaee, John D. Piette
Summary: This study aimed to examine the impact of pandemic exposure on unmet social and diabetes needs, self-care behaviors, and diabetes outcomes among individuals with diabetes and poor glycemic control. The results showed that adults with low incomes and diabetes were most affected during the pandemic.
PRIMARY CARE DIABETES
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Cigdem Demir, Burak Subasi, Gulcan Harput
Summary: This study examined the effects of COVID-19 confinement on muscle strength and flexibility in professional male soccer players. The results showed that the 8-week confinement had a negative impact on hamstring eccentric strength and flexibility, and some players experienced muscle injuries when they returned to play.
PHYSICIAN AND SPORTSMEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Primary Health Care
Andrea Lynn Nederveld, Jodi Holtrop, Kelsey Fife Duarte, Macharnie Skalecki, Elena T. Broaddus-Shea
Summary: Social determinants of health have an impact on health outcomes, with food insecurity being the most common need. Many healthcare organizations have started screening for and referring patients to food assistance resources, but there are varying perspectives among stakeholders regarding privacy concerns and the workload involved in this process.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN BOARD OF FAMILY MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Emilia G. Palmer, Sangeetha Sornalingam, Lisa Page, Maxwell Cooper
BRITISH JOURNAL OF GENERAL PRACTICE
(2023)
Article
Primary Health Care
Diego Gomez-Carmona, Alberto Paramio, Serafin Cruces-Montes, Pedro P. Marin-Duenas
Summary: This study explains the impact of confidence in COVID-19 preventive measures on patient satisfaction using a structural equation model, and analyzes the effect of these measures on service quality and perceived value. The results indicate that confidence has a positive direct effect on service quality, perceived value, and user satisfaction.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
S. Seidu, X. Cos, S. Brunton, S. B. Harris, S. P. O. Jansson, M. Mata-Cases, A. M. J. Neijens, P. Topsever, K. Khunti
Summary: This article introduces a simple and patient-centered clinical decision-making model that can be widely implemented by primary care clinicians worldwide through shared-decision conversations with their patients. It highlights the importance of managing cardiovascular disease and elevated cardiovascular risk in patients with type 2 diabetes and provides innovative risk stratification and treatment strategies.
PRIMARY CARE DIABETES
(2022)
Review
Primary Health Care
Katrien P. M. Pouls, Monique C. J. Koks-Leensen, Mathilde Mastebroek, Geraline L. Leusink, Willem J. J. Assendelft
Summary: Through a scoping review, it was found that GPs play important, diverse, and demanding roles in caring for patients with both intellectual disabilities and mental health disorders. However, there are identified gaps regarding effective training, guidelines and tools, collaborative mental health care, and payment models.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF GENERAL PRACTICE
(2022)
Review
Primary Health Care
Lynnette Nathalie Lyzwinski, John A. Naslund, Christopher J. Miller, Mark J. Eisenberg
Summary: The usage of e-cigarettes, also known as vaping products, is being widely recognized as a global public health issue. One significant challenge is the marketing of these products to minors, leading to an increase in usage among teenagers and children. E-cigarettes expose minors to unnecessary health risks, including respiratory problems and cognitive impairment. They are also linked to the initiation of other substances, such as cigarettes and cannabis, which compounds the health risks for dual users. More interventions and stricter public health policies are needed to prevent and reduce e-cigarette usage among minors.
NPJ PRIMARY CARE RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Gareth J. Treharne, Rona Carroll, Kyle K. H. Tan, Jaimie F. Veale
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between supportive healthcare interactions and the mental health of transgender people. The results suggest that transgender individuals who receive supportive care from their primary care doctors have better mental health outcomes despite ongoing negative healthcare experiences. These findings highlight the importance of positive aspects of care.
Article
Primary Health Care
Holly M. Frost, Thresia Sebastian, Amy Keith, Melanie Kurtz, Samuel R. Dominguez, Sarah K. Parker, Timothy C. Jenkins
Summary: This study reveals the association between SARS-CoV-2 and acute otitis media (AOM) in children, demonstrating that COVID-19 and AOM can co-exist. Healthcare providers should maintain a high index of suspicion for COVID-19 when evaluating children with AOM.
JOURNAL OF PRIMARY CARE AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Prudence Carr, Tim Keighley, Peter Petocz, Michelle Blumfield, Graeme G. Rich, Felicity Cohen, Asha Soni, Isabella R. Maimone, Flavia Fayet-Moore, Elizabeth Isenring, Skye Marshall
Summary: This study examined the effectiveness and safety of ESG and LSG weight loss procedures in the Australian setting. The results showed that LSG had higher excess weight loss than ESG at 12 months, while ESG improved quality of life and some biochemical markers at both 6 and 12 months. Both procedures achieved some success in reducing fat mass.
Article
Primary Health Care
Jessica Spagnolo, Marie Beausejour, Marie-Josee Fleury, Jean-Francois Clement, Claire Gamache, Carine Sauve, Lyne Couture, Richard Fleet, Shane Knight, Christine Gilbert, Helen-Maria Vasiliadis
Summary: This study examines the barriers and facilitating factors for mental health service delivery during the pandemic in Quebec, Canada. Some barriers were caused by the pandemic, such as staff relocation and service interruption. Virtual services were found to be more convenient for certain populations. Recommendations were made to strengthen human and technological capacity to improve mental health service delivery.
Article
Primary Health Care
Michael J. Gutman, Brian S. Gutman, Christopher D. Joyce, Jacob M. Kirsch, Matthew B. Sherman, Surena Namdari
Summary: The study found that 74% of professional pitchers who undergo surgical intervention for TOS are able to return to play at the MLB level. The majority of pitching metrics remained unchanged from prior to surgery, indicating return at a similar functional level.
PHYSICIAN AND SPORTSMEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Jon Gibson, Igor Francetic, Sharon Spooner, Kath Checkland, Matt Sutton
Summary: This study examined the associations between primary care workforce composition and professional, population, and system outcomes in GP practices across England. The results showed that having more GPs was associated with higher levels of satisfaction for both GPs and patients. However, having additional nurses and health associate professionals was associated with lower costs per prescription but more prescribing activity. The study highlights the importance of workforce composition in primary care and its impact on various outcomes.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF GENERAL PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Marina Soley-Bori, Alessandra Bisquera, Mark Ashworth, Yanzhong Wang, Stevo Durbaba, Hiten Dodhia, Julia Fox-Rushby
Summary: Patients with multimorbidity have higher primary care consultation rates, especially when additional long-term conditions develop. The clusters with the highest increase in primary care consultations as more conditions accumulate are alcohol dependence, substance dependence, and HIV cluster, as well as the mental health cluster. Variations by ethnicity were observed, with the most significant impact seen in the chronic liver disease and viral hepatitis cluster for individuals of Black or Asian ethnicity. Targeting clinical practice to prevent multimorbidity progression in these groups could reduce future pressures on primary care demand.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF GENERAL PRACTICE
(2022)
