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Inequity in cardiometabolic hospital admissions and blood screening in New Zealand Indigenous Māori with psychosis.

Nathan J MonkRuth CunninghamJames StanleyJulie FitzjohnMelissa KerdemelidisHelen LockettAndre D McLachlanRichard A BryantWaikaremoana WaitokiCameron Lacey
Published in: BJPsych open (2024)
Māori experiencing psychosis are more likely to die and be admitted to hospital with cardiovascular disease or diabetes than non-Māori. Because of the higher cardiometabolic risk borne by Māori, it is suggested that cardiometabolic screening shortfalls will lead to worsening physical health inequities for Māori experiencing psychosis.
Keyphrases
  • cardiovascular disease
  • healthcare
  • type diabetes
  • mental health
  • public health
  • physical activity
  • emergency department
  • health information
  • glycemic control
  • skeletal muscle
  • acute care
  • adverse drug