Publications by authors named "Glenn Montgomery"
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- Elevated lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] is a significant genetic risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), increasing the risk by 2-4 times, which is particularly concerning in patients undergoing secondary prevention.
- A systematic literature review was conducted to analyze studies from 2010 to 2022 that assessed the clinical impact of elevated Lp(a) levels, resulting in 61 studies, with 26 specifically addressing the burden of elevated levels on health outcomes.
- Key findings indicated that elevated Lp(a) levels are linked to a higher risk of major cardiovascular events, myocardial infarction, and cognitive impairments, showcasing a negative effect on patients' health-related quality of life, although meta-analysis was hindered by
Embedding Equity in a Local Government's Response to COVID-19.
J Public Health Manag Pract
November 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically impacted life across the world and amplified inequities experienced by communities of color within the United States. Washington County was the first jurisdiction in the state of Oregon to have a confirmed COVID-19 case. To center equity within the County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), new positions were created within the EOC including an Equity Officer and an Equity Technical Advisor position, an Equity Team, and a Language Access Coordinator.
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