C Raina Macintyre
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 178664 |
|---|---|
| NOME | C Raina Macintyre |
| PRENOMES | C Raina |
| SOBRENOME | Macintyre |
| ASSINATURA | MACINTYRE C R |
| AFILIAÇÕES | UNSW Sydney |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-3060-0555 |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 27 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 1 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 27 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2007 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 1 |
Facemask and respirator use for bushfire smoke protection
BACKGROUND: As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of bushfires, exposure to bushfire smoke is emerging as a significant public health concern, associated with numerous adverse health outcomes, including exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory infections. OBJECTIVE: This study examined policies related to the use of masks and respirators as protective measures again…
Predictors of authorised, unauthorised and persistent absence among secondary school pupils in Scotland
This article examines the factors associated with persistent absenteeism (an absence rate of 10% or higher) and authorised and unauthorised absence among secondary school pupils in Scotland. Using linked administrative data, the analysis focuses on secondary school stages S1–S6 in three academic years. The analytical approach involves mixed‐effects modelling to predict probabilities of persistent absenteeism, followed by multilevel negative binom…
Generating a Contact Matrix for Aged Care Settings in Australia
Long Covid Symptom Clusters, Correlates and Predictors in a Highly Vaccinated Australian Population in 2023
BACKGROUND: Limited data exists regarding long Covid burden following Omicron infection in highly vaccinated populations. OBJECTIVE: To (1) characterise long Covid prevalence and predictors and (2) identify key symptom clusters and their correlates among long Covid patients, during an Omicron-predominant period in a highly vaccinated population. DESIGN: Anonymous, online, cross-sectional survey. SETTING: January 2023, Australia. PARTICIPANTS: Res…
Effectiveness of vaccination, travel load, and facemask use control strategies for controlling Covid Delta variant
The Delta variant of SARS-CoV-2, specifically identified as B.1.617.2, is responsible for the severe outbreaks witnessed globally, including in various countries and cities, with Sydney Greater Metropolitan Area (Sydney GMA) being no exception. According to scientific studies, the Delta strain exhibits increased contagion and leads to a higher incidence of vaccine breakthrough cases, posing significant challenges to pandemic control efforts. In t…
Attitudes and Behaviours Regarding Covid‐19 Mitigation Strategies in Australians With an Underlying Health Condition
BACKGROUND: Public health strategies have focused on preventing and slowing the transmission of COVID-19 by promoting the uptake of mitigation strategies. However, little is known about the uptake of these strategies in the presence of underlying health conditions. OBJECTIVES: To describe the attitudes and behaviours of a sample of Australians towards COVID-19 mitigation strategies, and determine if uptake of these strategies differed across diff…
Estimated Mask Use and Temporal Relationship to Covid-19 Epidemiology of Black Lives Matter Protests in 12 Cities
Exploring the use of masks for protection against the effects of wildfire smoke among people with preexisting respiratory conditions
Whilst COVID-19 has changed the nature of community mask use over the last couple of years, there is no guarantee that this event will influence an individual's mask behavior during other events like bushfires. Instead, we must create social support processes for early and appropriate mask use, including the use of air quality monitoring
Trust in government, intention to vaccinate and Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy
BACKGROUND: There is widespread hesitancy towards COVID-19 vaccines in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia. OBJECTIVE: To identify predictors of willingness to vaccinate against COVID-19 in five cities with varying COVID-19 incidence in the US, UK, and Australia. DESIGN: Online, cross-sectional survey of adults from Dynata's research panel in July-September 2020. PARTICIPANTS, SETTING: Adults aged 18 and over in Sydney, Melbourne, Lo…
Easing or tightening control strategies
The Impact of Universal Mask Use on Sars-COV-2 in Victoria, Australia on the Epidemic Trajectory of Covid-19
Objective(s): To estimate the impact of universal community face mask use in Victoria, Australia along with other routine disease control measures in place. Methods: A mathematical modeling study using an age structured deterministic model for Victoria, was simulated for 123 days between 1 June 2020 and 1 October 2020, incorporating lockdown, contact tracing, and case findings with and without mask use in varied scenarios. The model tested the im…
Role of presymptomatic transmission of Covid-19
Background The presymptomatic transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has been documented in limited clusters, and it is predicted through modelling. However, there is a lack of evidence from observations with a large sample size. Methods We used data from meticulous contact tracing of people exposed to cases of SARS-CoV-2 to estimate the proportion of cases that result from the presymptomatic transmission of …
Reduction of secondary transmission of Sars-CoV-2 in households by face mask use, disinfection and social distancing
Introduction Transmission of COVID-19 within families and close contacts accounts for the majority of epidemic growth. Community mask wearing, hand washing and social distancing are thought to be effective but there is little evidence to inform or support community members on COVID-19 risk reduction within families. Methods A retrospective cohort study of 335 people in 124 families and with at least one laboratory confirmed COVID-19 case was cond…
A rapid risk analysis tool to prioritise response to infectious disease outbreaks
Epidemics are influenced by both disease and societal factors and can grow exponentially over short time periods. Epidemic risk analysis can help in rapidly predicting potentially serious outcomes and flagging the need for rapid response. We developed a multifactorial risk analysis tool ‘EpiRisk’ to provide rapid insight into the potential severity of emerging epidemics by combining disease-related parameters and country-related risk parameters. …
Towards understanding cybersecurity capability in Australian healthcare organisations
Religious and community leaders’ acceptance of rotavirus vaccine introduction in Yogyakarta, Indonesia
This study highlights the need for better stakeholder engagement prior to vaccine availability and the potentially important role of religious and community leaders in rotavirus vaccine acceptability in the majority Muslim community of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. These findings will assist with the development of strategies for new vaccine introduction in Indonesia
Estimates of global seasonal influenza-associated respiratory mortality
Health literacy in Beijing
The total CDHL level of residents in Beijing was relatively low, particularly in those residing in the suburbs, those above 60 years of age, manual workers, and the illiterates. Gender, age-group, level of education, occupation, self-reported health status and region were all shown to be significantly predictive of CDHL. It is important that more resources are dedicated to improving the CDHL in Beijing, given the risk of emerging and re-emerging …
Alcopops, taxation and harm
Reduced tax on RTDs was associated with increasing ED presentations for acute alcohol problems among young women. The alcopops tax was associated with declining presentations in young to middle-aged persons of both sexes, including under-age drinkers
Examining the knowledge, attitudes and practices of domestic and international university students towards seasonal and pandemic influenza
Given the high levels of interaction that occurs in a university setting, it is really important that students are informed about disease transmission and about risk of infection. It may be necessary to emphasize that pandemic influenza could pose a real threat to them, that it is important to protect oneself from infection and that infection control measures can be effective
A cross-sectional study of pre-travel health-seeking practices among travelers departing Sydney and Bangkok airports
This study highlights differences in health-seeking practices including the uptake of pre-travel health advice by region of residence and country of birth. There is a public health need to identify strategies targeting these travel groups. This includes the promotion of affordable and accessible travel clinics in low resource countries as traveler numbers increase and travel health promotion targeting migrant groups in high resource countries. Ge…
Vitamin D deficiency in refugee children from conflict zones
University life and pandemic influenza
Responses to a pandemic are subject to change in its pre-, early and mid-outbreak stages. Lessons for these institutions in preparation for a second wave and future disease outbreaks include the need to promote positive public health behaviours amongst young people and students
The impact of intensive health promotion to a targeted refugee population on utilisation of a new refugee paediatric clinic at the children's hospital at Westmead
Our study shows that targeted promotion of service to refugee parents is effective. Such efforts may improve access to care for refugees and may constructively change knowledge, attitudes and beliefs about infectious diseases
Tackle the Problem When It Gets Here
Globally, governments and health authorities are preparing for pandemic influenza and producing resources to promote preparedness planning; however, there is little information available to inform the design of strategies to promote preparedness. Three focus groups were conducted to identify and to describe beliefs and perceptions about pandemic influenza and response planning among small and medium business owners and managers. Most participants…
The impact of intensive health promotion to a targeted refugee population on utilisation of a new refugee paediatric clinic at the children's hospital at Westmead
Our study shows that targeted promotion of service to refugee parents is effective. Such efforts may improve access to care for refugees and may constructively change knowledge, attitudes and beliefs about infectious diseases
Influenza pandemic preparedness
Our findings suggest that small and medium businesses in Australia are not currently well prepared for pandemic influenza. We found that beliefs about the risk, severity, and the ability to respond effectively to the threat of pandemic influenza are important predictors of preparedness. Campaigns targeting small and medium businesses should emphasise the severity of the consequences to their businesses if a pandemic were to occur, and, at the sam…
Tackle the Problem When It Gets Here
Globally, governments and health authorities are preparing for pandemic influenza and producing resources to promote preparedness planning; however, there is little information available to inform the design of strategies to promote preparedness. Three focus groups were conducted to identify and to describe beliefs and perceptions about pandemic influenza and response planning among small and medium business owners and managers. Most participants…
Preventive detention
Australia has a history of migration, especially during the wars in Europe, but many have forgotten the difficulties underlying asylum and wars endured by their forefathers. Preventive, indefinite detention of asylum seekers, most of whom are found to be genuine refugees, impinges on their human rights. The mental and physical health consequences of detention in this already traumatised group are significant, particularly in children. There are a…
The impact of intensive health promotion to a targeted refugee population on utilisation of a new refugee paediatric clinic at the children's hospital at Westmead
Our study shows that targeted promotion of service to refugee parents is effective. Such efforts may improve access to care for refugees and may constructively change knowledge, attitudes and beliefs about infectious diseases
Vitamin D deficiency in refugee children from conflict zones
University life and pandemic influenza
Responses to a pandemic are subject to change in its pre-, early and mid-outbreak stages. Lessons for these institutions in preparation for a second wave and future disease outbreaks include the need to promote positive public health behaviours amongst young people and students
Examining the knowledge, attitudes and practices of domestic and international university students towards seasonal and pandemic influenza
Given the high levels of interaction that occurs in a university setting, it is really important that students are informed about disease transmission and about risk of infection. It may be necessary to emphasize that pandemic influenza could pose a real threat to them, that it is important to protect oneself from infection and that infection control measures can be effective
A cross-sectional study of pre-travel health-seeking practices among travelers departing Sydney and Bangkok airports
This study highlights differences in health-seeking practices including the uptake of pre-travel health advice by region of residence and country of birth. There is a public health need to identify strategies targeting these travel groups. This includes the promotion of affordable and accessible travel clinics in low resource countries as traveler numbers increase and travel health promotion targeting migrant groups in high resource countries. Ge…
Health literacy in Beijing
The total CDHL level of residents in Beijing was relatively low, particularly in those residing in the suburbs, those above 60 years of age, manual workers, and the illiterates. Gender, age-group, level of education, occupation, self-reported health status and region were all shown to be significantly predictive of CDHL. It is important that more resources are dedicated to improving the CDHL in Beijing, given the risk of emerging and re-emerging …
Alcopops, taxation and harm
Reduced tax on RTDs was associated with increasing ED presentations for acute alcohol problems among young women. The alcopops tax was associated with declining presentations in young to middle-aged persons of both sexes, including under-age drinkers
Estimates of global seasonal influenza-associated respiratory mortality
Religious and community leaders’ acceptance of rotavirus vaccine introduction in Yogyakarta, Indonesia
This study highlights the need for better stakeholder engagement prior to vaccine availability and the potentially important role of religious and community leaders in rotavirus vaccine acceptability in the majority Muslim community of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. These findings will assist with the development of strategies for new vaccine introduction in Indonesia
Reduction of secondary transmission of Sars-CoV-2 in households by face mask use, disinfection and social distancing
Introduction Transmission of COVID-19 within families and close contacts accounts for the majority of epidemic growth. Community mask wearing, hand washing and social distancing are thought to be effective but there is little evidence to inform or support community members on COVID-19 risk reduction within families. Methods A retrospective cohort study of 335 people in 124 families and with at least one laboratory confirmed COVID-19 case was cond…
A rapid risk analysis tool to prioritise response to infectious disease outbreaks
Epidemics are influenced by both disease and societal factors and can grow exponentially over short time periods. Epidemic risk analysis can help in rapidly predicting potentially serious outcomes and flagging the need for rapid response. We developed a multifactorial risk analysis tool ‘EpiRisk’ to provide rapid insight into the potential severity of emerging epidemics by combining disease-related parameters and country-related risk parameters. …
Towards understanding cybersecurity capability in Australian healthcare organisations
The Impact of Universal Mask Use on Sars-COV-2 in Victoria, Australia on the Epidemic Trajectory of Covid-19
Objective(s): To estimate the impact of universal community face mask use in Victoria, Australia along with other routine disease control measures in place. Methods: A mathematical modeling study using an age structured deterministic model for Victoria, was simulated for 123 days between 1 June 2020 and 1 October 2020, incorporating lockdown, contact tracing, and case findings with and without mask use in varied scenarios. The model tested the im…
Role of presymptomatic transmission of Covid-19
Background The presymptomatic transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has been documented in limited clusters, and it is predicted through modelling. However, there is a lack of evidence from observations with a large sample size. Methods We used data from meticulous contact tracing of people exposed to cases of SARS-CoV-2 to estimate the proportion of cases that result from the presymptomatic transmission of …
Trust in government, intention to vaccinate and Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy
BACKGROUND: There is widespread hesitancy towards COVID-19 vaccines in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia. OBJECTIVE: To identify predictors of willingness to vaccinate against COVID-19 in five cities with varying COVID-19 incidence in the US, UK, and Australia. DESIGN: Online, cross-sectional survey of adults from Dynata's research panel in July-September 2020. PARTICIPANTS, SETTING: Adults aged 18 and over in Sydney, Melbourne, Lo…
Easing or tightening control strategies
Estimated Mask Use and Temporal Relationship to Covid-19 Epidemiology of Black Lives Matter Protests in 12 Cities
Exploring the use of masks for protection against the effects of wildfire smoke among people with preexisting respiratory conditions
Whilst COVID-19 has changed the nature of community mask use over the last couple of years, there is no guarantee that this event will influence an individual's mask behavior during other events like bushfires. Instead, we must create social support processes for early and appropriate mask use, including the use of air quality monitoring
Attitudes and Behaviours Regarding Covid‐19 Mitigation Strategies in Australians With an Underlying Health Condition
BACKGROUND: Public health strategies have focused on preventing and slowing the transmission of COVID-19 by promoting the uptake of mitigation strategies. However, little is known about the uptake of these strategies in the presence of underlying health conditions. OBJECTIVES: To describe the attitudes and behaviours of a sample of Australians towards COVID-19 mitigation strategies, and determine if uptake of these strategies differed across diff…
Long Covid Symptom Clusters, Correlates and Predictors in a Highly Vaccinated Australian Population in 2023
BACKGROUND: Limited data exists regarding long Covid burden following Omicron infection in highly vaccinated populations. OBJECTIVE: To (1) characterise long Covid prevalence and predictors and (2) identify key symptom clusters and their correlates among long Covid patients, during an Omicron-predominant period in a highly vaccinated population. DESIGN: Anonymous, online, cross-sectional survey. SETTING: January 2023, Australia. PARTICIPANTS: Res…
Effectiveness of vaccination, travel load, and facemask use control strategies for controlling Covid Delta variant
The Delta variant of SARS-CoV-2, specifically identified as B.1.617.2, is responsible for the severe outbreaks witnessed globally, including in various countries and cities, with Sydney Greater Metropolitan Area (Sydney GMA) being no exception. According to scientific studies, the Delta strain exhibits increased contagion and leads to a higher incidence of vaccine breakthrough cases, posing significant challenges to pandemic control efforts. In t…
Facemask and respirator use for bushfire smoke protection
BACKGROUND: As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of bushfires, exposure to bushfire smoke is emerging as a significant public health concern, associated with numerous adverse health outcomes, including exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory infections. OBJECTIVE: This study examined policies related to the use of masks and respirators as protective measures again…
Medicine (23 obras) · Environmental health (16 obras) · Disease (13 obras) · Public health (11 obras) · COVID-19 epidemiological studies (9 obras) · Nursing (8 obras) · 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak (7 obras) · Biostatistics (7 obras) · Demography (7 obras) · Internal Medicine (7 obras)