Publications by authors named "S D Kirby"
Objective: Interpersonal violence (IV) in sport is challenging to define, prevent and remedy due to its subjectivity and complexity. The 2024 International Olympic Committee Consensus on Interpersonal Violence and Safeguarding aimed to synthesise evidence on IV and safeguarding in sport, introduce a new conceptual model of IV in sport and offer more accessible safeguarding guidance to all within the sports ecosystem by merging evidence with insights from Olympic athletes.
Methods: A 15-member expert panel performed a scoping review following Joanna Briggs Institute methodologies.
Objectives: A paucity of studies assesses the intersection of physical health (injury and illness), mental health and experiences of interpersonal violence (IV, also known as harassment and abuse) in sport. The objectives of this study were to examine the (a) frequency of self-reported physical and mental health problems of elite athletes in the 12 months prior to the survey, (b) differences in physical and mental health between male and female athletes and (c) relationship of athlete health with experiences of IV.
Methods: Elite adult athletes from four sports were approached at eight international events to answer an online questionnaire on their physical and mental health, as well as experiences of IV in sport within the past 12 months.
Quality and Safety Considerations for Adaptive Radiation Therapy: An ASTRO White Paper.
Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys
October 2024
Purpose: Adaptive radiation therapy (ART) is the latest topic in a series of white papers published by the American Society for Radiation Oncology addressing quality processes and patient safety. ART widens the therapeutic index by improving the precision of radiation dose to targets, allowing for dose escalation and/or minimization of dose to normal tissue. ART is performed via offline or online methods; offline ART is the process of replanning a patient's treatment plan between fractions, whereas online ART involves plan adjustment with the patient on the treatment table.
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- A study in Kingston, Ontario, explored the emergency department (ED) care experiences of visible minorities, highlighting their concerns about racism and discrimination.
- Researchers collected narratives and quantitative data from 117 visible minority participants and 949 individuals from a comparison group, revealing that visible minorities felt overlooked regarding their identity and desired a balance of quality care coupled with respect.
- The findings indicated that visible minorities faced negative experiences, including feelings of disempowerment, judgment, and language barriers, though some reported positive interactions with compassionate staff.