Med J Aust August 2019 PMID 31187902

Potentially suboptimal prescribing of medicines for older Aboriginal Australians in remote areas.

Amy Page, Zoë Hyde, Kate Smith, Christopher Etherton-Beer, David N Atkinson, Leon Flicker, Linda Skeaf, Roslyn Malay, Dina C LoGiudice

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Peak: 11 in Jul 2019
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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions emphasize the importance of culturally tailored healthcare solutions, with posts highlighting the high medication burden and risks of suboptimal prescribing. The tone combines acknowledgment of research findings with calls for targeted strategies, demonstrating genuine interest and an understanding of the issue’s impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings, with some emphasizing the importance of culturally appropriate interventions, indicating general agreement.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show high engagement with the topic, citing specific data points and highlighting the significance of prescribing issues among Indigenous populations.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts frequently reference the publication directly, sharing links and encouraging further exploration, reflecting moderate to deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The focus on improving prescribing practices and mentioning strategies suggests that these discussions recognize potential for meaningful change and influence.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examined medication use among Aboriginal Australians aged 45+ in remote Western Australia and found that over half of the participants experienced some form of suboptimal prescribing, including polypharmacy, underprescribing, or inappropriate medication use.
  • The average number of prescribed medicines was very high (around 51 per person), with many cases of potential drug interactions or prescribing cascades, highlighting risks of medication-related harm.
  • The findings suggest that medication management issues are common among older Indigenous Australians in remote areas, which could lead to health problems and emphasizes the need for better prescribing practices.]

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Dr Jacinta Johnson
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Nov 15, 2019 · 15 likes · 2 shares · 2,448 followers View post →
Amy Page
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May 11, 2022 · 10 likes · 73 shares · 2,005 followers View post →
Amy Page
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Under-prescribing affected one in eight older Aboriginal people in remote communities. @theMJA https://t.co/ecw6JFgeUy https://t.co/gS9FlDwNHU

Apr 5, 2022 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 2,005 followers View post →
Amy Page
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Jul 9, 2022 · 6 likes · 18 shares · 2,005 followers View post →
Dr Zoë Hyde
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May 1, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 59,851 followers View post →
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Jul 19, 2019 · 2 likes · 22,976 followers View post →

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Amy Page
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Amy Page
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UWA WA Centre for Health & Ageing (WACHA)
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Amy Page
@AmyTPage · X

Under-prescribing affected one in eight older Aboriginal people in remote communities. @theMJA https://t.co/ecw6JFgeUy https://t.co/gS9FlDwNHU

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Dr Zoë Hyde
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May 1, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 59,851 followers View post →
Amy Page
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Dr Jacinta Johnson
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