Primary care providers’ awareness, knowledge, and practice with regard to cardiovascular risk in patients with rheumatoid arthritis

Abstract Background: Although considerable progress has been made on the risk factors of dementia, less is known about the extent of the gaps between the general public’s understanding of dementia prevention and contemporary scientific evidence. This study aimed to determine the beliefs and knowledge of dementia prevention among the Chinese general public and examine the sociodemographic factors of the belief and knowledge of dementia prevention. Methods: The study adopted a cross-sectional design. A total of 358 Chinese adults aged over 40 years were recruited from four healthcare centers. Descriptive statistics and multivariate regression analyses were conducted. We designed questionnaires that include items on the belief of dementia prevention, risk factors for dementia, and health education needs regarding dementia prevention based on previous literature.Results: Only 32.4% of the respondents agreed that dementia is preventable. The correct response rate is low for the items that suggest that cardiovascular risk factors are dementia risk factors. Younger age, higher education, and having contact with patients with dementia are associated with stronger belief that dementia is preventable. Older age, higher income, higher education, having memory complaint, and having contact with patients with dementia are associated with a better understanding of dementia risk factors. A total of 88.9% respondents thought that they are not well informed of dementia from public education, and most respondents (65%) prefer receiving dementia-related health advice from primary care providers.Conclusion: The present study reveals the great gaps between the Chinese general public’s knowledge of dementia prevention and the latest research evidence. Public health educational programs for all age groups are encouraged to close this knowledge gap. More attention and resources should be paid to individuals with low income and low education level as they have limited access to dementia prevention information. Researchers should work in partnership with primary care providers to help translate evidence into community practice with a special focus on the link between cardiovascular risk factors and dementia.

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Primary care providers’ attitudes, knowledge, and practice patterns regarding pelvic floor disorders

International Urogynecology Journal ◽

10.1007/s00192-016-3134-1 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 28 (3) ◽

pp. 447-453 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Donna Mazloomdoost ◽

Lauren B. Westermann ◽

Catrina C. Crisp ◽

Susan H. Oakley ◽

Steven D. Kleeman ◽

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Keyword(s):

Primary Care ◽

Pelvic Floor ◽

Pelvic Floor Disorders ◽

Practice Patterns ◽

Primary Care Providers ◽

Care Providers ◽

Knowledge And Practice

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The Perspective of Older Men With Depression on Suicide and Its Prevention in Primary Care

Crisis ◽

10.1027/0227-5910/a000511 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 39 (5) ◽

pp. 397-405 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Steven Vannoy ◽

Mijung Park ◽

Meredith R. Maroney ◽

Jürgen Unützer ◽

Ester Carolina Apesoa-Varano ◽

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Keyword(s):

Primary Care ◽

Low Socioeconomic Status ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Older Men ◽

Primary Care Providers ◽

Depression Treatment ◽

Care Providers ◽

Low Socioeconomic ◽

Self Image ◽

The Impact

Abstract. Background: Suicide rates in older men are higher than in the general population, yet their utilization of mental health services is lower. Aims: This study aimed to describe: (a) what primary care providers (PCPs) can do to prevent late-life suicide, and (b) older men's attitudes toward discussing suicide with a PCP. Method: Thematic analysis of interviews focused on depression and suicide with 77 depressed, low-socioeconomic status, older men of Mexican origin, or US-born non-Hispanic whites recruited from primary care. Results: Several themes inhibiting suicide emerged: it is a problematic solution, due to religious prohibition, conflicts with self-image, the impact on others; and, lack of means/capacity. Three approaches to preventing suicide emerged: talking with them about depression, talking about the impact of their suicide on others, and encouraging them to be active. The vast majority, 98%, were open to such conversations. An unexpected theme spontaneously arose: "What prevents men from acting on suicidal thoughts?" Conclusion: Suicide is rarely discussed in primary care encounters in the context of depression treatment. Our study suggests that older men are likely to be open to discussing suicide with their PCP. We have identified several pragmatic approaches to assist clinicians in reducing older men's distress and preventing suicide.

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