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Impact Of A Respiratory Health Program On Attitudes, Knowledge, And Behaviors Related To Respirator Use In Farmers And Ranchers, Rebecca White
Impact Of A Respiratory Health Program On Attitudes, Knowledge, And Behaviors Related To Respirator Use In Farmers And Ranchers, Rebecca White
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Background: Studies show an association between agricultural occupational hazards and respiratory illnesses. Personal protective equipment (PPE) has protective effects, but limited education and inadequate respiratory protection are common among agricultural workers.
Methods: A demographic questionnaire and two pre-intervention surveys were initially administered to farmers and ranchers. The surveys measured attitude, knowledge, and behaviors related to respiratory safety and PPE practices. Pulmonary function testing, educational handouts, and respirator fit testing was provided in a variety of settings, and one N95 mask was given to each participant. Two surveys were distributed 3 months post-intervention.
Results: The pre- and post-intervention surveys were matched …
Education On My Healthevet To Increase Access To Psychiatric Healthcare For Veterans, Roxann Hackbarth
Education On My Healthevet To Increase Access To Psychiatric Healthcare For Veterans, Roxann Hackbarth
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Introduction: Access to mental health care can be challenging for many veterans. The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) developed the patient portal My Healthevet (MHV) to increase access to healthcare services. Despite this program, many veterans still do not take advantage of the portal. The goal of this literature review was to gain knowledge on benefits and barriers of using patient portals, identification of patients who use and do not use patient portals, and interventions to increase the use of patient portals.
Evidence Summary: The use of patient portals, including the VHA portal MHV, helps to increase interactions between clinicians and …