Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1132944]Researchers: Ms Geraldine Vaughan (Principal investigator)
Brief description The burden of rheumatic heart disease (RHD) in pregnancy can be significant and in Australia is mostly confined to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. This study explores the barriers to timely diagnosis and best practice care for pregnant women with RHD, through 1) a study of reporting and health information systems related to RHD in pregnancy; and 2) an examination of health professionals’ knowledge, experiences of and attitudes to provision of care for pregnant women with RHD.
Funding Amount $AUD 39,211.21
Funding Scheme Postgraduate Scholarships
Notes Public Health Postgraduate Scholarship
- nhmrc : 1132944
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1132944
