Publications by authors named "J A Cumming"
Introduction The integration of pharmacists into general practice settings is increasingly common internationally. Within Aotearoa New Zealand, the role has evolved variably in different regions. Recent health policy and professional guidance support further development.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Recognition is growing of the contributions community pharmacists make to the primary health care team, as their role shifts from a traditional dispensing focus to greater emphasis on fully applying their clinical skills. Some extended pharmacist services (e.g.
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- * Analysis of data from over 1 million forest plots and thousands of tree species shows that wood density varies significantly by latitude, being up to 30% denser in tropical forests compared to boreal forests, and is influenced mainly by temperature and soil moisture.
- * The research also finds that disturbances like human activity and fire alter wood density at local levels, affecting forest carbon stock estimates by up to 21%, emphasizing the importance of understanding environmental impacts on forest ecosystems.
Introduction The volume and quality of online health information requires consumers to be discerning. Aim This study aimed to explore consumer Internet use for health information, preferred format and what factors helped them to trust the source. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2016-2017 with adults attending three cardiology outpatient clinic sites using a short paper-based survey.
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- - The study examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health symptoms (depression, anxiety, and stress) among student-athletes in the UK, revealing a significant worsening of these symptoms post-pandemic.
- - Data was collected from 807 student-athletes across two cohorts (pre-pandemic and post-pandemic) using surveys, with findings showing higher mean scores for depression, anxiety, and stress in the post-pandemic group.
- - Overall, the results highlight a concerning trend where student-athletes experienced increased severity of mental health symptoms after the pandemic, contributing to the existing research on this population's mental well-being.