http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4523 3-96 (Februari, 2022) Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:37:50 GMT 2026-04-08T21:37:50Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4539 Title: Australian healthcare workers and COVID-19 vaccination: Is mandating now or for future variants necessary? Authors: Achat, Helen M.; Stubbs, Joanne M.; Mittal, Rakhi Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4539 2022-02-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4538 Title: Oral cancer risk behaviours of Indian immigrants in Australia: a qualitative study Authors: Saraswat, Nidhi; Prabhu, Neeta; Pillay, Rona; Everett, Bronwyn; George, Ajesh Abstract: Objective: Oral cancer is widespread in South Asia, particularly India. In Australia, Indians are one of the fastest-growing communities. This study aimed to explore the oral cancer-related knowledge, attitudes and practices of Indian immigrants in Australia. Methods: Fourteen semi-structured interviews were conducted with Indian immigrants residing across New South Wales and Victoria. Purposive and snowball sampling were used for recruitment. Data were analysed through a directed content analysis approach. Results: All participants were knowledgeable of oral cancer risks associated with tobacco and alcohol, but few were familiar with the harmful effects of areca nut preparations. Varied attitudes were evident with most participants acknowledging the importance of oral cancer check-ups, yet very few followed this practice. All participants admitted engaging in oral cancer risk practices including areca nut use at least once or more in their lifetime. Conclusion: Oral cancer risk practices are common among Indian immigrants in Australia who possess limited knowledge with varying attitudes in this area. Implications for public health: Preventative strategies are needed to limit the use of oral cancer risk products among Indian immigrants. General practitioners and community organisations can play a key role in raising awareness in this area. Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4538 2022-02-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4537 Title: Information needs and preferences among rural cancer survivors in Queensland, Australia: a qualitative examination Authors: Crawford-Williams, Fiona; Goodwin, Belinda C.; Chambers, Suzanne K.; Aitken, Joanne F.; Ford, Martelle; Dunn, Jeff Abstract: Objective: This study aimed to understand how cancer survivors in rural Queensland seek and receive information, as well as their preferences regarding the content and delivery of healthrelated information. Methods: This study explored cancer survivors’ experiences in seeking and comprehending health information using a qualitative descriptive approach. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 24 participants. Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. Results: Two major themes and six sub-themes were identified including 1) information content and gaps – a) information about diagnosis and treatment, b) survivorship information gaps and c) practical support needs and 2) delivery and acceptance of information – a) sources of information, b) personalised information needs and c) information seeking or avoidance. Findings suggested that health information provision was inconsistent; survivors’ attitudes towards seeking information varied greatly; and survivors’ had difficulty processing information due to emotional distress. Conclusion: The role of the health professional is critical in providing information and support to rural cancer survivors. Information provided should be tailored to meet the needs and preferences of individuals taking into consideration demographic factors and attitudes. Implications for public health: The current findings imply that quality information provision after cancer treatment would facilitate improvements in satisfaction among rural cancer survivors. Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4537 2022-02-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4536 Title: Increases in use of Medicare Benefits Schedule mental health items among women who gave birth in New South Wales, 2009–2015 Authors: Reilly, Nicole; Egan, Nicholas; Austin, Marie-Paule; Forder, Peta M.; Loxton, Deborah Abstract: Objective: To report rates of Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) mental health item use among a sample of women who gave birth in NSW (2009-2015) and examine if the SAFE START policy increased use of these items among perinatal women. Methods: Data was drawn from women participating in the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health 1973-1978 cohort, linked to data from the NSW Perinatal Data Collection and MBS. Results: Use of Medicare-subsidised mental health items increased 2.7-fold among perinatal women (n=1,453) between 2009 and 2015 (4.1% versus 11.0% respectively), compared to a 1.3-fold increase among non-perinatal women (n=1,800, 6.3% versus 8.4% respectively). However, the increased use of MBS mental health items among perinatal women was not observed to be impacted by the SAFE START policy, after accounting for time trends. Conclusion: There was a substantial increase in the use of MBS mental health items among women in NSW between 2009 and 2015, with a more pronounced increase among women who had given birth compared to those who had not. Implications for public health: This study provides important information about changes in mental health service use during a time of significant investment in perinatal mental health, and demonstrates the value of longitudinal survey data linked with administrative health data to evaluate the impact of health policy. Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4536 2022-02-01T00:00:00Z