Improving delivery of secondary prophylaxis for rheumatic heart disease: a stepped-wedge, community-randomised trial [ 2012 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Jonathan Carapetis (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Anna Ralph ,  Dr Keith Edwards ,  Dr Vanessa Johnston ,  Ms Adrienne Kirby
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Brief description Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) is a major health problem in Indigenous communities. Continued progress in controlling RHD requires an understanding of how to improve delivery of regular injections of penicillin - secondary prophylaxis (SP). We will evaluate a systems-based approach to improving delivery of SP, using a stepped-wedge trial in 12 communities in NT and Qld. If successful, this model will provide a practical and transferable model.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,913,074.64

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant