Publications by authors named "Kelli McIntosh"
Background: Healthy skin is important for maintaining overall physical and cultural health and wellbeing. However, remote-living Australian Aboriginal children contend with disproportionally high rates of (Strep A) infected impetigo. The SToP Trial was a large stepped-wedge cluster randomised trial of See, Treat, and Prevent (SToP) skin health activities implemented between 2019 and 2022 in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, during which a decrease in impetigo was observed.
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- A study was conducted to evaluate the impact of a holistic skin control program, SToP, aimed at reducing impetigo among children in remote communities of the Kimberley, Western Australia.
- The trial involved skin checks, treatment training, and health promotion, targeting children aged 0-18 years in a stepped-wedge randomization process.
- Results showed a significant decline in impetigo cases, particularly noted during initial baseline skin checks prior to the official intervention, with 85% of consented children receiving at least one skin assessment.
Background/aim: Occupational therapists need to be able to work competently with all clients, including First Australians. Currently, there are no national standards for occupational therapists working with First Australian clients. This article presents current issues in practice and education with First Australians and makes recommendations for the future.
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