We propose that hydroxychloroquine could be repurposed to reduce the risk of rheumatic heart disease after acute rheumatic fever
The Kimberley has the highest rates of rheumatic heart disease (RHD) in Western Australia – but through the establishment of a new community-led, res…
Population-based primary prevention of ARF through sore throat management may be effective in well-resourced settings like New Zealand
Over 100 researchers and health professionals from around Australia have united in Broome this week to address the major health battles facing people…
The authors present a variety of pressing clinical research questions on optimal RHD prevention and advanced care
Health systems did not meet the needs of pregnant Aboriginal women with rheumatic heart disease
Health activities driven by remote Indigenous communities may be key to the sustainable and successful treatment and prevention of a potentially fata…
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This strategy did not improve adherence to rheumatic heart disease secondary prophylaxis within the study time frame.
A multifaceted intervention was implemented using quality improvement and chronic care model approaches to improve delivery of penicillin prophylaxis…