Publications by authors named "J E Dyer"

Background: Neonatal and puerperal sepsis are major manifestations of invasive group B streptococcal (Streptococcus agalactiae; iGBS) infections. International data indicate the importance of iGBS infections among non-pregnant adults.

Aims: To describe the burden of iGBS infections in Western Australia (WA) between 2000 and 2018 in terms of incidence, length of hospitalisation and all-cause 30- and 90-day mortality.

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Giant cell tumors of tendon sheath (GCTTS), also known as synovialomas, are benign tumors that originate from the fibrous sheath, or soft tissue, that surround tendons. These tumors predominantly present on the hand, but can present in the wrist, ankle, knee, elbow, or hip. The classic presentation of GCTTS is a painless, firm, slow growing mass present for weeks to months.

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  • The study examines long-term mortality trends in individuals with schizophrenia-spectrum and bipolar disorders, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • It found that standardized mortality ratios for these individuals were more than double the average, increasing significantly during the pandemic, particularly for those with psychiatric comorbidities.
  • Additionally, elevated mortality rates were noted among minority ethnic groups, highlighting the need for interventions addressing broader social health determinants.
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Background: COVID-19 Ethnic Inequalities in Mental health and Multimorbidities (COVEIMM) is a mixed methods study to explore whether COVID-19 exacerbated ethnic health inequalities in adults with serious mental and physical health conditions. We analysed data from electronic health records for England and conducted interviews in Birmingham and Solihull, Manchester, and South London. Sites were selected because they were pilot sites for the Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework being introduced by NHS England to tackle race inequalities in mental health.

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