The following projects were received in March 2012:
Unscheduled admissions and presentations to hospital in the first year following a diagnosis of cancer
Research Assistant Professor Angela Ives, University of Western Australia
In WA, it is not known how many cancer patients present to Emergency Departments (EDs) or have a hospital admission in the first year following cancer diagnosis. It is important that ED staff are made aware of cancer diagnoses and have the knowledge to assess and treat cancer symptoms, complications and side effects. This project aims to identify the outcomes of these patients to identifying areas where care could be improved
Planning and evaluation of coronary revascularization services
Dr Frank Sanfilippo, University of Western Australia
This project forms part of a body of research conducted at UWAUniversity of Western Australia. Coronary artery revascularization procedures include heart-related operations like the insertion of stents and bypass surgery. This project aims to determine the long term outcomes off different types of these procedures.
More informed action to improve Aboriginal heart health in Western Australia
Professor Sandra Thompson, University of Western Australia
This project also forms part of a body of research conducted at UWA. There is a large difference in rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD) between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. This project will investigate CVD in order to improve the health of Indigenous people.