Overcoming silos in health care systems through meso-level organisations - a case study of health reforms in New South Wales, Australia.

Fragmented care delivery is a barrier to improving health system performance worldwide. Investment in meso-level organisations is a potential strategy to improve health system integration, however, its effectiveness remains unclear. In this paper, we provide an overview of key international and Australian integrated care policies.

Effect of different etching times on the structural, morphological, electrical, and antimicrobial properties of mesoporous silicon.

The present work focuses on the structural, morphological, electrical characteristics, and antibacterial activity of mesoporous silicon (PS) against and . We depict the structural and antimicrobial activity of PS as a result of different etching times (10.0, 20.

Effect of Yttrium doping on antibacterial and antioxidant property of LaTiO.

The advancement of multidrug-resistant bacterial strains and their adverse effects is one of the most significant global health issues. The perovskite nanomaterial with combined antioxidant and antibacterial activities in one molecule has the potential for improved therapeutic solutions. In this work, Yttrium-doped Lanthanum Titanate (LaTiYO, where x = 0, 0.

Mesoporous graphitic carbon electrodes derived from boat-fruited shells of Sterculia Foetida for symmetric supercapacitors for energy storage applications.

In recent years, intensive research efforts have focused on translating biomass waste into value-added carbon materials broadcasted for their significant role in energy and environmental applications. For the first time, high-performance carbonaceous materials for energy storage applications were developed from the multi-void structure of the boat-fruited shells of Sterculia Foetida (SF). In that view, synthesized mesoporous graphitic activated carbon (g-AC) via the combination of carbonization at various elevating temperatures of 700, 800, and 900 °C, respectively, and alkali activation by KOH, with a high specific surface area of 1040.

Functionalization of Fluorine on the Surface of SnO-Mg Nanocomposite as an Efficient Photocatalyst for Toxic Dye Degradation.

This work reports on the photocatalytic activity of tin oxide (SnO)-doped magnesium (Mg) and fluorine (F) nanoparticles for methyl orange and safranin dye degradation under sunlight irradiation. Nanocatalysis-induced dye degradation was examined using UV-visible spectroscopy and a pseudo-first-order kinetics model. The results indicate that the prepared nanoparticles exhibit superior photocatalytic activity, and the degradation of methyl orange (MO) dye is approximately 82%.

Influence of Te-Incorporated LaCoO on Structural, Morphology and Magnetic Properties for Multifunctional Device Applications.

A high perovskite activity is sought for use in magnetic applications. In this paper, we present the simple synthesis of (2.5% and 5%) Tellurium-impregnated-LaCoO (Te-LCO), Te and LaCoO (LCO) by using a ball mill, chemical reduction, and hydrothermal synthesis, respectively.

Influence of Ni and Sn Perovskite NiSn(OH) Nanoparticles on Energy Storage Applications.

New NiSn(OH) hexahydroxide nanoparticles were synthesised through a co-precipitation method using various concentrations of Ni and Sn ions (e.g., 1:0, 0:1, 1:2, 1:1, and 2:1; namely, N, S, NS-3, NS-2, and NS-1) with an ammonia solution.

Primary school mobile dental program in New South Wales, Australia: protocol for the evaluation of a state government oral health initiative.

Background: Socioeconomically disadvantaged children are disproportionately affected by oral disease. Mobile dental services help underserved communities overcome barriers to accessing health care, including time, geography, and trust. The NSW Health Primary School Mobile Dental Program (PSMDP) is designed to provide diagnostic and preventive dental services to children at their schools.

Role of heavy metals (copper (Cu), arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), iron (Fe) and lithium (Li)) induced neurotoxicity.

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative condition characterized by the dopamine (DA) neuronal loss in the substantia nigra. PD impairs motor controls symptoms such as tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia and postural imbalance gradually along with non-motor problems such as olfactory dysfunction, constipation, sleeping disorder. Though surplus of factors and mechanisms have been recognized, the precise PD etiopathogenesis is not yet implied.

Mucormycosis: An opportunistic pathogen during COVID-19.

The pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) still remains on an upsurge trend. The second wave of this disease has led to panic in many countries, including India and some parts of the world suffering from the third wave. As there are no proper treatment options or remedies available for this deadly infection, supportive care equipment's such as oxygen cylinders, ventilators and heavy use of steroids play a vital role in the management of COVID-19.

Spectroscopic assessment on the stability of benzophenone crystals at shock waves loaded condition.

In recent years, there have been few thousands of non-linear optical (NLO) materials proposed for a wide array of technological applications. But unfortunately, most of the materials do not fit into the actual standard required for the specific purposes in terms of their efficiency, environmental resistance, cost effectiveness, availability, stability and durability. Hence, searching for the most suitable material for every specific technological application has become the necessity of being a continuous process until it is found.

Novel wastewater surveillance strategy for early detection of coronavirus disease 2019 hotspots.

The novel coronavirus disease 2019, a pandemic of global concern, caused by the novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 has severely revealed the need for public monitoring and efficient screening techniques. Despite the various advancements made in the medical and research field, containment of this virus has proven to be difficult on several levels. As such, it is a necessary requirement to identify possible hotspots in the early stages of any disease.

Follow-up studies in COVID-19 recovered patients - is it mandatory?

The novel Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an illness caused due to Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2). The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared this outbreak a global health emergency and as on April 24, 2020, it has spread to 213 countries, with 25,91,015 confirmed cases and 742,855 cases have been recovered from COVID-19. In this dreadful situation our team has already published an article in the Science of the Total Environment, which elaborates the various aspects of the SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Complex magnetic structure and magnetocapacitance response in a non-oxide NiF system.

We report here on the complex magnetic structure and magnetocapacitance in NiF, a non-oxide multifunctional system. It undergoes an anti-ferromagnetic transition near 68.5 K, superimposed with canted Ni spin driven weak ferromagnetic ordering, followed by a metastable ferromagnetic phase at or below 10 K.

Studies on Labour Safety in Construction Sites.

Construction industry has accomplished extensive growth worldwide particularly in past few decades. For a construction project to be successful, safety of the structures as well as that of the personnel is of utmost importance. The safety issues are to be considered right from the design stage till the completion and handing over of the structure.