Beth Gilmour
Research Officer
BSc (hons), MSc, PhD
Beth recently completed her PhD in public health at Curtin University. Beth’s PhD evaluated the epidemiology of major infectious diseases - including HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and malaria - within minority indigenous populations of the South-East Asia and Western Pacific regions. Research has provided the opportunity and privilege of undertaking fieldwork in India and Malaysia.
Beth is a member of the GeoTB team and is keen to continue working on major infectious and neglected tropical diseases which have their greatest impact on those vulnerable within society.
Published research
Spatial co-distribution of tuberculosis prevalence and low BCG vaccination coverage in Ethiopia
While bacille-calmette-guerin (BCG) vaccination is one of the recommended strategies for preventing tuberculosis, its coverage is low in several countries, including Ethiopia. This study investigated the spatial co-distribution and drivers of TB prevalence and low BCG coverage in Ethiopia.
Risk factors associated with post-tuberculosis sequelae: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Post-tuberculosis (TB) sequelae present a significant challenge in the management of TB survivors, often leading to persistent health issues even after successful treatment. Identifying risk factors associated with post-TB sequelae is important for improving outcomes and quality of life of TB survivors. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to identify risk factors associated with long-term physical sequelae among TB survivors.
Ecological-level factors associated with tuberculosis incidence and mortality: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Globally, tuberculosis (TB) is the leading infectious cause of morbidity and mortality, with the risk of infection affected by both individual and ecological-level factors. While systematic reviews on individual-level factors exist, there are currently limited studies examining ecological-level factors associated with TB incidence and mortality. This study was conducted to identify ecological factors associated with TB incidence and mortality.
Prevalence of tuberculosis infection among contacts of drug-resistant tuberculosis patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Contact investigations with drug-susceptible tuberculosis (DS-TB) patients have demonstrated a high prevalence of tuberculosis infection (TBI). However, the prevalence of TBI among individuals in close contact with drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) patients is poorly understood. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the prevalence of TBI among household and non-household contacts of DR-TB patients.
Interventions to prevent post-tuberculosis sequelae: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a global public health challenge, causing substantial mortality and morbidity. While TB treatment has made significant progress, it often leaves survivors with post-TB sequelae, resulting in long-term health issues.
Protocol for spatial prediction of soil transmitted helminth prevalence in the Western Pacific region using a meta-analytical approach
Soil transmitted helminth infections are estimated to impact 24% of the world's population and are responsible for chronic and debilitating morbidity. Disadvantaged communities are among the worst affected and are further marginalized as infection prevalence fuels the poverty cycle.
Comparative effectiveness of interventions for preventing tuberculosis: systematic review and network meta-analysis of interventional studies
Tuberculosis (TB) is the leading infectious cause of death globally. Several preventive measures are employed to prevent TB, yet there is a paucity of evidence on the effectiveness of these interventions. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the most effective interventions for reducing TB incidence.
Education and Qualifications
- BSc (hons) Portsmouth University, UK
- MSc University of Wales, UK
- PhD Curtin University, Australia