Dr Carly Mallise
Research Associate
School of Medicine and Public Health
- Email:carly.mallise@newcastle.edu.au
- Phone:(02) 4985 4565
Career Summary
Biography
I am an early career researcher with a broad focus on health. I completed my PhD in psychology in 2020 using data from the Breathing for Life Trial - Infant Development study and the Baby Minds study. My PhD research focused on temperament and early autistic traits in infants born to mothers with asthma.
I have worked at the University of Newcastle since 2015 as a casual academic (2016-2021) in the School of Psychological Sciences and as a research assistant (2020-2021) in the School of Psychological Sciences, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and Public Health, School of Education, and the Newcastle Business School. More recently, I was working in the Newcastle Business School as a postdoctoral research fellow within health economics investigating consumer and provider preferences for telehealth services and antenatal care.
Currently, I am a research associate at Hunter New England Population Health, working as part of the HIV and Related Programs (HARP) and Maternal Health teams.
I have a passion for multidisciplinary research, which was established during my doctoral studies, in which I worked alongside researchers from psychology, occupational therapy, and medicine. I hope to continue working in a multidisciplinary academic environment as it fosters different perspectives, leading to more comprehensive explorations of phenomena and higher quality research.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology - Science, University of Newcastle
- Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), University of Newcastle
Keywords
- Autism
- Health Behaviours
- Infant Development
- Maternal Health
- Mental Health
- Parenting
- Temperament
Languages
- English (Mother)
Fields of Research
Code | Description | Percentage |
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520101 | Child and adolescent development | 50 |
520302 | Clinical psychology | 30 |
520503 | Personality and individual differences | 20 |
Professional Experience
UON Appointment
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Research Associate | University of Newcastle School of Medicine and Public Health Australia |
Academic appointment
Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
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17/1/2022 - 16/1/2023 | Postdoctoral Research Fellow | The University of Newcastle Newcastle Business School Australia |
Professional appointment
Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
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1/5/2020 - 31/12/2021 | Casual Research Assistant | The University of Newcastle | Australia Australia |
Teaching appointment
Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
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1/1/2016 - 31/12/2020 | Casual Academic | University of Newcastle School of Psycological Sciences Australia |
Teaching
Code | Course | Role | Duration |
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PSYC2500 |
Introduction to Mental Health and Mental Disorders University of Newcastle |
Teaching Assistant and Tutor | 24/2/2020 - 28/5/2021 |
PSYC1010 |
Psychology Introduction 1 Universtiy of Newcastle |
Marker | 3/8/2020 - 6/11/2020 |
PSYC3700 |
Advanced Developmental Psychology and Developmental Psychopathology University of Newcastle |
Tutor and Marker | 22/2/2016 - 3/6/2016 |
PSYC1000 |
Introductory Research Methods in Psychology University of Newcastle |
Tutor and Marker | 24/7/2017 - 22/10/2021 |
PSYC3700 |
Advanced Developmental Psychology and Developmental Psychopathology University of Newcastle |
Tutor and Marker | 25/2/2019 - 28/5/2021 |
PSYC3200 |
Foundations of Applied Neuropsychology University of Newcastle |
Marker | 3/8/2020 - 6/11/2020 |
PSYC1200 |
Foundations of Professional Practice University of Newcastle |
Teaching Assistant, Tutor and Marker | 24/2/2020 - 28/5/2021 |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Journal article (11 outputs)
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2023 |
Knox J, Morgan P, Kay-Lambkin F, Wilson J, Wallis K, Mallise C, et al., 'Male involvement in randomised trials testing psychotherapy or behavioural interventions for depression: a scoping review', Current Psychology, 42 30322-30337 (2023) [C1] The prevalence of Major Depressive Disorder in men is half that of women, yet depression affects approximately 109¿million men worldwide. Alarmingly, men account for three quarter... [more] The prevalence of Major Depressive Disorder in men is half that of women, yet depression affects approximately 109¿million men worldwide. Alarmingly, men account for three quarters of suicides in Western countries but are unlikely to seek help for mental health concerns. It is possible that existing mental health treatments are not engaging or accessible to men. The aim of this review was to quantify the number of men involved in randomised trials of psychotherapy or lifestyle behaviour change targeting depression. Results found men represented 26% of participants in 110 eligible articles compared to 73% women. Men¿s representation was low across all intervention characteristics (e.g., delivery mode). No studies used a completely male sample, compared to 19 studies targeting women only. Men are substantially underrepresented in research trials targeting depression.
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2023 |
Woolard A, Benders T, Campbell LE, Whalen OM, Mallise C, Karayanidis F, et al., 'The relationship between pitch contours in infant-directed speech and early signs of autism in infancy.', Infant Behav Dev, 72 101860 (2023) [C1]
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2022 |
Mallise CA, Murphy VE, Karayanidis F, Armstrong H, Whalen OM, Woolard AJ, et al., 'Parenting stress in mothers with asthma during the postpartum period', Journal of Asthma, 59 2091-2099 (2022) [C1] Objective: Maternal asthma often complicates pregnancy and is linked with poorer quality of life. Additionally, individuals with asthma are at an increased risk of depression and ... [more] Objective: Maternal asthma often complicates pregnancy and is linked with poorer quality of life. Additionally, individuals with asthma are at an increased risk of depression and anxiety. We examined whether asthma during pregnancy is related to parenting stress in the first year postpartum and if this relationship varies with level of asthma control. Methods: This cohort survey-based study included mothers with (n = 157) and without (n = 79) asthma. Mothers with asthma participated in this study following participation in a randomized controlled trial of a novel asthma management strategy during pregnancy. Mothers completed the Parenting Stress Index¿Short Form during the first 12 months postpartum. Mothers with asthma also completed the Asthma Control Questionnaire. Results: Parenting stress did not differ between mothers with and without asthma. Additionally, for mothers with asthma, there were no differences in levels of parenting stress based on asthma control. Conclusions: This study suggests that mothers with asthma are not at an increased risk for excessive parenting stress. However, due to response and sampling bias, levels of parenting stress in asthmatic mothers may be underreported in our sample.
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2022 |
Woolard A, Coleman A, Johnson T, Wakely K, Campbell LE, Mallise A, et al., 'Parent-infant interaction quality is related to preterm status and sensory processing', INFANT BEHAVIOR & DEVELOPMENT, 68 (2022) [C1]
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2022 |
Cornell P, Armstrong T, Fyfe R, Mallise CA, Dudding-Byth T, Campbell LE, 'Experiences of non-invasive prenatal screening: A survey study', Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 62 241-249 (2022) [C1] Background:: In Australia, using non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) to screen for fetal abnormalities is becoming more commonplace. However, there is a lack of standardised proc... [more] Background:: In Australia, using non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) to screen for fetal abnormalities is becoming more commonplace. However, there is a lack of standardised procedures surrounding pre-test counselling. This holds the potential for variability in pregnant people¿s experiences when undergoing NIPT, which subsequently may impact their ability to make informed decisions surrounding NIPT results. Aim:: This study sought to characterise the experiences of Australian women undergoing NIPT, including perceptions of informed choice, counselling experiences and decision to undergo NIPT. Materials and Methods:: Australian women who had been recently pregnant (n¿=¿94) completed an online survey which assessed: their knowledge of and attitude toward NIPT; satisfaction with counselling; satisfaction with their decision; and decisional conflict to undergo NIPT. The survey also allowed participants to provide qualitative information about their counselling experience and reasons for undergoing NIPT. Results:: Overall, participants had good knowledge of and positive attitudes toward NIPT, experienced low decisional conflict and were overall satisfied with their counselling experience and decision to undergo NIPT. However, some participants expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of information provided, and biased language, by counselling providers. The desire to be informed was the most frequent reason for undergoing NIPT. Conclusion:: The provision of accurate and objective information in pre-test counselling is important to reduce decisional conflict and improve satisfaction with the decision to undergo NIPT. It is recommended counselling providers present pregnant people with neutral, objective, and accurate information at the time of pre-test counselling.
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2021 |
Mallise CA, Lane AE, Murphy VE, Woolard A, Whalen OM, Gibson PG, et al., 'Developmental Profiles of Infants with an Elevated Likelihood of Autism Who Were Born to Mothers with Asthma: a Case Series', Advances in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, 5 473-487 (2021) [C1] Objectives: Differences in the development of autistic children have been observed within the first year of life. Infant siblings of autistic children who are later diagnosed with... [more] Objectives: Differences in the development of autistic children have been observed within the first year of life. Infant siblings of autistic children who are later diagnosed with autism themselves have differences in temperament, social communication, attention, and sensory and motor behaviors by 12¿months of age. However, less is known about the early development of other increased-likelihood groups. Some studies have identified that children born to mothers with asthma have a slightly elevated likelihood of autism. However, no studies have examined other aspects of their early development. Methods: Using a case series design, we profiled the temperament (Carey Temperament Scales), sensory (Sensory Profile 2), and global developmental features (Bayley-III) of seven Australian infants born to mothers with asthma who were screened to have an elevated likelihood of autism (First Year Inventory). Results: We found differences from the norms in temperament across the three timepoints (6¿weeks, 6¿months, and 12¿months), in the domains of rhythmicity, mood, persistence, and distractibility. Infants had typical sensory features at 6¿weeks and 6¿months; however, a sensory-sensitivity subtype was observed at 12¿months. Lastly, at 12¿months, cognitive skills were mostly typical, language skills were underdeveloped, and motor skills varied between infants. Conclusions: Results suggest that there may be a developmental profile indicative of an elevated likelihood of autism in infants born to mothers with asthma. However, due to the small sample size, these findings need to be considered with caution. Further research is needed to confirm diagnoses of autism in our sample.
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2021 |
Mallise CA, Murphy VE, Campbell LE, Woolard AJ, Whalen OM, Milton G, et al., 'Early Sensory and Temperament Features in Infants Born to Mothers With Asthma: A Cross-Sectional Study', Frontiers in Psychology, 12 (2021) [C1] Maternal asthma in pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of adverse perinatal outcomes. Adverse perinatal outcomes may result in poorer infant developmental outcomes, suc... [more] Maternal asthma in pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of adverse perinatal outcomes. Adverse perinatal outcomes may result in poorer infant developmental outcomes, such as temperament and sensory difficulties. This study aimed to (1) assess differences in temperament and sensory features between infants born to mothers with and without asthma and (2) investigate differences in these infant behaviours as a function of maternal asthma severity and asthma control. Mothers completed the Carey Temperament Scales and the Sensory Profile 2 at either 6 weeks, 6 months, or 12 months postpartum. Overall, we observed no significant differences between infants born to mothers with and without asthma in their temperament or sensory features; scores in both domains fell within the normative range. More infants in the asthma group, however, were reported to be highly distractible. When compared with normative data, infants in both groups were reported to have poor predictability of biological functions and fewer infants engaged in low levels of sensory behaviours. Some infants were observed to experience difficulties with hyper-reactivity within several domains. Maternal asthma severity and control during pregnancy were not linked to significant differences between infant temperament and sensory features. The present findings indicate that infants born to mothers with asthma are not at an increased risk overall for temperament or sensory difficulties, compared to control infants. However, a subset of infants across both groups may be at risk for attention or sensory hyper-reactivity difficulties. Further research into the developmental outcomes of infants born to mothers with asthma is warranted.
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2021 |
Powe F, Mallise CA, Campbell LE, 'A First Step to Supporting the Coparenting Relationship and Reducing Child Behaviour Problems: A Delphi Consensus Study', JOURNAL OF CHILD AND FAMILY STUDIES, 31 276-292 (2021) [C1]
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2020 |
Mallise CA, Lane AE, Woolard AJ, Whalen OM, Murphy VE, Karayanidis F, Campbell LE, 'The temperament features associated with autism spectrum disorder in childhood: A systematic review', Research in Developmental Disabilities, 104 (2020) [C1]
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2020 |
Whalen OM, Campbell LE, Murphy VE, Lane AE, Gibson PG, Mattes J, et al., 'Observational study of mental health in asthmatic women during the prenatal and postnatal periods', Journal of Asthma, 57 829-841 (2020) [C1] Objective: We aimed to examine the prevalence and severity of psychological distress of women with asthma in both the prenatal and postnatal periods, and to determine whether asth... [more] Objective: We aimed to examine the prevalence and severity of psychological distress of women with asthma in both the prenatal and postnatal periods, and to determine whether asthmatic women with and without mental health problems differ in self-management, medications knowledge, and asthma symptoms. Methods: We assessed spirometry performance and asthma symptoms in 120 women (mean age 29.8 years) before 23 weeks gestation, as part of the Breathing for Life Trial (Trial ID: ACTRN12613000202763). Prenatal depression data was obtained from medical records. At 6 weeks postpartum, we assessed general health, self-reported asthma control, depression symptoms (with the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale) and adaptive functioning (with the Achenbach System of Empirically Based Assessment scales). Results: Twenty percent of our sample reported having a current mental health diagnosis, 14% reported currently receiving mental health care, while 47% reported having received mental health care in the past (and may/may not have received a diagnosis). The sample scored high on the Aggressive Behavior, Avoidant Personality, and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity scales. Poorer self-reported postnatal asthma control was strongly correlated with elevated somatic complaints, externalizing problems, antisocial personality problems, and greater withdrawal. Prenatal spirometry or asthma severity and control were largely not associated with measures of psychopathology. Conclusions: These findings indicate that pregnant women with asthma frequently report issues with psychopathology during the prenatal and postnatal periods, and that the subjective perception of asthma control may be more related to psychopathology than objective asthma measures. However, due to sample bias, these findings are likely to be understated.
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2019 |
Whalen OM, Karayanidis F, Murphy VE, Lane AE, Mallise CA, Campbell LE, 'The effects of maternal asthma during pregnancy on child cognitive and behavioral development: A systematic review', Journal of Asthma, 56 130-141 (2019) [C1] Objective: Maternal asthma during pregnancy is associated with a higher risk of negative perinatal outcomes. However, little is known about the direct effects of maternal asthma o... [more] Objective: Maternal asthma during pregnancy is associated with a higher risk of negative perinatal outcomes. However, little is known about the direct effects of maternal asthma on infant cognitive development. We examined the evidence for an impact of maternal asthma during pregnancy on cognitive and behavioral development of the child. Data sources: We conducted a MEDLINE, PsychINFO, and manual search of the databases for all available studies until January 9th, 2018. Study Selections: Studies were deemed relevant if they included child cognitive and behavioral development as the outcome, with maternal asthma as the determinant of interest. Results: Ten articles matched selection criteria. Some studies report that maternal asthma is associated with increased risk for autism and intellectual disability in children. However, these effects are small and are often eliminated when controlling for confounding variables. Other studies have found no association. The only prospective study found that well-managed asthma during pregnancy was not associated with negative developmental outcomes in children. Conclusions: The evidence suggests that the relationship between maternal asthma during pregnancy and poor developmental and behavioral outcomes of children is weak. Children of mothers with well-managed asthma during pregnancy have similar developmental trajectories to those born to healthy mothers. Prospective, longitudinal studies are needed to confirm these conclusions. Optimal asthma management is important in pregnancy as it may have longer term benefits for the health of the offspring. As the rate of asthma increases in the population, the implications of maternal asthma on child development will be of greater importance.
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Conference (4 outputs)
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2023 |
Whalen O, Campbell L, Lane A, Karayanidis F, Holliday E, Mallise C, et al., 'FENO management of asthma in pregnancy and infant developmental outcomes', RESPIROLOGY (2023)
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2023 |
Philpott-Robinson K, Haracz K, Blackwell D, Mallise C, Leonard C, Lane A, Wales K, 'Occupational therapist perspectives of self-regulation practice in paediatrics: A qualitative study', Cairns, QLD, Australia (2023)
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2022 |
Philpott-Robinson K, Blackwell D, Mallise C, Leonard C, Lane A, Wales K, 'Teacher and therapist perspectives of self-regulation for children aged 4-12 years', Melbourne, Australia (2022)
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Preprint (1 outputs)
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2023 |
Whalen O, Campbell LE, Lane AE, Karayanidis F, Mallise CA, Woolard AJ, et al., 'Effect of fractional exhaled nitric oxide ( F ENO )-based asthma management during pregnancy versus usual care on infant development, temperament, sensory function and autism signs (2023)
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Grants and Funding
Summary
Number of grants | 7 |
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Total funding | $102,621 |
Click on a grant title below to expand the full details for that specific grant.
20211 grants / $540
EMCR Statistical Support Grant$540
Funding body: Hunter Medical Research Institute
Funding body | Hunter Medical Research Institute |
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Scheme | EMCR Statistical Support Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2021 |
Funding Finish | 2022 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | External |
Category | EXTE |
UON | N |
20191 grants / $1,851
Higher Degree Research (HDR) Research Funding$1,851
Funding body: School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle
Funding body | School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle |
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Scheme | Higher Degree Research (HDR) Research Funding |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2019 |
Funding Finish | 2019 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
20181 grants / $1,819
Higher Degree Research (HDR) Research Funding$1,819
Funding body: School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle
Funding body | School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle |
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Scheme | Higher Degree Research (HDR) Research Funding |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2018 |
Funding Finish | 2018 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
20171 grants / $1,740
Higher Degree Research (HDR) Research Funding$1,740
Funding body: School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle
Funding body | School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle |
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Scheme | Higher Degree Research (HDR) Research Funding |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2017 |
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Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
20162 grants / $96,271
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship$93,850
Funding body: Australian Government
Funding body | Australian Government |
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Scheme | Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2016 |
Funding Finish | 2019 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | C1500 - Aust Competitive - Commonwealth Other |
Category | 1500 |
UON | N |
Higher Degree Research (HDR) Research Funding$2,421
Funding body: School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle
Funding body | School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle |
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Scheme | Higher Degree Research (HDR) Research Funding |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2016 |
Funding Finish | 2016 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
20151 grants / $400
Health and Clinical Psychology Research Group Research Student Funding$400
Funding body: School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle
Funding body | School of Psychological Sciences, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle |
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Scheme | Health and Clinical Psychology Research Group Research Student Funding |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2015 |
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Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
Research Supervision
Number of supervisions
Past Supervision
Year | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
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2021 | Honours | Exploring Maternal Attachment-Related Shaping Behaviours During an Early Postpartum Mother-Infant Play Interaction | Psychology, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
Research Projects
Baby Minds 2017 -
BabyMinds (BMs) is a longitudinal study that profiles infant development in the first year of life, in order to examine whether developmental trajectories of infants are impacted by maternal physical, psychological and social states.
Breathing for Life Trial - Infant Development 2015 -
The Breathing for Life Trial - Infant Development (BLT-ID) project is a longitudinal cohort study that is investigating the developmental and behavioural outcomes of infants born to mothers with asthma during pregnancy. The BLT-ID is a sub-study of the original Breathing for Life Trial (BLT), which is a multi-site randomised controlled trial (RCT) investigating whether a novel asthma management strategy (use of Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide to guide treatment changes) will lead to better maternal and infant health outcomes (Murphy et al., 2016). Thus, the BLT-ID project also aims to examine whether there are differential infant developmental outcomes as a function of maternal RCT treatment group.
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Dr Carly Mallise
Position
Research Associate
School of Medicine and Public Health
College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
Contact Details
carly.mallise@newcastle.edu.au | |
Phone | (02) 4985 4565 |
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Office
Building | Booth Building |
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Location | Hunter New England Population Health, Wallsend , |