Publications by authors named "G S Kerr"
Introduction: Elevated blood pressure (BP) is the major contributor to mortality and disease burden worldwide. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global BP screening campaign, which aims to raise awareness of BP measurement and provide evidence to inform and influence related health policy.
Methods: This cross-sectional survey included individuals aged≥18 years recruited through opportunistic sampling at sites in 60 countries during MMM 2022.
Background: The shoulder complex, which has the highest prevalence of instability, is currently, the subject of considerable debate regarding the methodologies used to assess shoulder stability during dynamic exercises.
Research Question: The primary aim is to summarize evidence on various methodologies used to evaluate shoulder stability during dynamic exercises.
Methods: This scoping review included cross-sectional studies focusing on various evaluation techniques to assess shoulder forces, kinetics, and stability during dynamic movements.
Background: People living with Parkinson's disease (PD) commonly experience heat sensitivity-worsening symptoms and restricted daily activities in heat.
Objective: This study aimed to develop a scale of heat sensitivity for people with PD.
Methods: Through a search of the scientific literature and online forums, we developed 41 items relating to experiences of heat for people with PD to assess heat sensitivity.
Article Synopsis
- - The Veterans Affairs (VA) system plays a key role in researching rheumatoid arthritis (RA) due to its extensive resources and reach within the U.S. healthcare system.
- - The VA Rheumatoid Arthritis Registry (VARA) features over 3,600 participants from 19 medical centers, providing rich longitudinal clinical data and biological samples, enhancing research capabilities.
- - With strong connections to various internal and external databases, VARA is well-positioned to tackle significant RA-related research questions in the future.
Objective: Investigate the association between the MUC5B rs35705950 promoter variant and survival in RA-associated interstitial lung disease (RA-ILD).
Methods: We studied participants in the Veteran Affairs Rheumatoid Arthritis (VARA) registry with validated ILD diagnoses. Participants were followed until death or end of study period.