Alabidi 1 Alabidi 3 Darwinian Medicine and US-style Biomedicine Also known as the Evolutionary Medicine, Darwinian Medicine refers to the application and inclusion of modern theory of evolution in the understanding of health and diseases. Unlike other medical researchers and approaches, Darwinian Medicine focuses on the link between evolution and the ways mechanisms of microevolution shape our susceptibility to diseases (Darwinian Medicine, 2015). Its inclusion of broad concepts, theories and principles have helped in framing health and wellness relative to mainstream US-style biomedicine. The impact of Darwinian Medicine on US-style biomedicine has helped in building the latter's’ understanding of human diseases and approaches to counter them. While other biomedicine organizations focus on the molecular and physiological mechanism of health and diseases, the US-style biomedicine is a notch higher , thanks to Darwinian Medicine incorporation . Discordance Hypothesis and Environment of Evolutionary Adaptedness (EEA) Discordance hypothesis is a theory that assesses the disjunction between previous and modern environments and predicts the numerous points of vulnerability, due to rapid environmental changes. Through its disjunction, it addresses the fundamental disease process which has resulted to the declaration of several chronic civilization diseases. On the other hand, Environment Evolutionary Adaptiveness (EEA) offers a vital approach towards understanding functional properties of different species in relation to its environment (Hagen, 2015). From the above definitions, it is important to point out that our information age society primarily differs from the Environment of Evolutionary Adaptedness based on diet, exercise, exposure to toxins and reprosuctive pattenrs; the in-depth assessment of environmental vulnerabilities as compared to EEA’s functional properties. Evolutionary Perspective on Diseases and Conditions Being products of evolution, the evolutionary perspective might be able to expound on our understanding of a particular disease, its causes and treatment approaches (Konner, 2001). A good example of a disease that is explained by the evolutionary perspective is the heart disease. The evolutionary perspective offers an interesting perspective that looks at the evolutionary process of this disease up to where we are today. For instance, modern heart disease is attributed to evolutionary mismatches between the human genes and our modern social environment. The presence of heart disease in today’s world is as a result of dissimilarities between our past and present environments and lifestyles . Evolutionary perspectives point out that, the development of heart disease is linked to the dramatic change in our environment leading to increased incidences and prevalence of the disease. With the increased number of heart disease cases today suggests that healthy living is the possible prevention approach against the disease. Barr.

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Darwinian Medicine and US-style Biomedicine
Also known as the Evolutionary Medicine, Darwinian Medicine
refers to the application and inclusion of modern theory of
evolution in the understanding of health and diseases. Unlike
other medical researchers and approaches, Darwinian Medicine
focuses on the link between evolution and the ways mechanisms
of microevolution shape our susceptibility to diseases
(Darwinian Medicine, 2015). Its inclusion of broad concepts,
theories and principles have helped in framing health and
wellness relative to mainstream US-style biomedicine. The
impact of Darwinian Medicine on US-style biomedicine has
helped in building the latter's’ understanding of human diseases
and approaches to counter them. While other biomedicine
organizations focus on the molecular and physiological
mechanism of health and diseases, the US-style biomedicine is a
notch higher
, thanks to Darwinian Medicine incorporation
.
Discordance Hypothesis and Environment of Evolutionary
Adaptedness (EEA)
Discordance hypothesis is a theory that assesses the disjunction
between previous and modern environments and predicts the
numerous points of vulnerability, due to rapid environmental
changes. Through its disjunction, it addresses the fundamental
disease process which has resulted to the declaration of several
chronic civilization diseases. On the other hand, Environment

2. Evolutionary Adaptiveness (EEA) offers a vital approach
towards understanding functional properties of different species
in relation to its environment (Hagen, 2015). From the above
definitions, it is important to point out that our information age
society primarily differs from the Environment of Evolutionary
Adaptedness based on diet, exercise, exposure to toxins and
reprosuctive pattenrs; the in-depth assessment of environmental
vulnerabilities as compared to EEA’s functional properties.
Evolutionary Perspective on Diseases and Conditions
Being products of evolution, the evolutionary perspective might
be able to expound on our understanding of a particular disease,
its causes and treatment approaches (Konner, 2001). A good
example of a disease that is explained by the evolutionary
perspective is the heart disease. The evolutionary perspective
offers an interesting perspective that looks at the evolutionary
process of this disease up to where we are today. For instance,
modern heart disease is attributed to evolutionary mismatches
between the human genes and our modern social environment.
The presence of heart disease in today’s world is as a result of
dissimilarities between our past and present environments and
lifestyles
. Evolutionary perspectives point out that, the development of
heart disease is linked to the dramatic change in our
environment leading to increased incidences and prevalence of
the disease. With the increased number of heart disease cases
today suggests that healthy living is the possible prevention
approach against the disease.
Barriers to Darwinian Medicine and US Medical Care Systems
Integration
The interest of Medical Anthropologists in medical practices
has existed for years. However, the distinct nature of medical
anthropology has made it hard for the Darwinian medicine
approach to be integrated into existing US medical care systems

3. (Campbell, 2011). The integration barriers are attributed to the
fact that; the US medical care systems are associated with
contemporary political economies whereas Darwinian medicine
desires to promote experiential health through formal theories.
Another barrier is the difference in cultural importance and
utilization of pluralistic medical systems between Darwinian
medicine and US medical care systems
.
However, it is important to note that; even with these barriers,
a successful integration of the two systems would generate a
great deal of information that could result in substantial
development of the US medical care system through an
integrated perspective of great service delivery and qualitative
health services (Campbell, 2011
). References
Darwinian Medicine. (2015, April 23). Retrieved August 25,
2017, from Darwinian Medicine: An Evolutionary Approach to
Health and Diseases: darwinian-medicine.com
Campbell, D. (2011). Anthropology's Contribution to Public
Health Policy Development. McGill Journal of Medicine, 76-79.
Hagen, E. H. (2015). What is EEA and Why is it Important.
Journal of Theoretical Biology, 5-14.
Konner, M. (2001). Evolution and Our Environment. Western
Journal of Medicine, 360-361.
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Provide more specific details to support your claims in future
papers.
Human Resource Management Plan
Human Resource Management Plan

5. HRM PLAN
Name of company and address
Introduction
Make relative connections to the assignment and course
objectives.
Objective
The parameters of the plan being presented.
Company Profile
Present Goals

6. SWOT Analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
SMART Goals (Future goals)
Specific –
Measurable –
Attainable –
Realistic –
Time-bound -
Reflection & Application
· Reflection and application of each point included in your
Scenario Generator Report (two to three fully developed
sentences per item).
Conclusion
Makes relative connections to the course objectives.
References
References are listed as needed and used. All references will be
cited in the body of the paper.
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GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY SCENARIO GENERATOR

7. Module 7: Course project
Type: Publicly Traded
Size: Large Corporation
Sector: Cellular Service Provider
Funding: Stockholders/market
Stakeholders:
Community
Decision makers:
Managers
Formal organization:
For-profit corporation
Human Resources Department:
Strategic and Transactional
Stage in Organizational Lifecycle:
Maturity
THESE ARE THE GIVEN CONSTRAINTS:
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Founded in: 1999
Dedicated to: The company is striving to continue to expand its
products and services in new industries and international
markets.
There are numerous, yet untapped opportunities, which will
propel the
company into the next phase of development.
Culture Although this is a very large company, we are trying to

8. maintain a small company feel, in which management is
accessible and
open to communication from all employees. Within each
business unit,
the objective and implementation plans are developed in close
collaboration with employees and managers.
Structure: The executive responsibilities for managing the
company
rest with the CEO, who also serves as chairman of the board.
Each
major business unit is managed by an executive VP, to whom all
country
managers report. Within each geographical location, depending
on size,
there are VPs assigned to each unit of the company, such as
sales,
marketing, HR, customer services, etc. Within these units, each
task
specific sub-unit is managed by a senior director or director,
depending on size. Each director has two or more managers,
product
managers, or project managers, that report to the director.
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Mission statement: Able to be, flexible and allow the
organisations to
respond rapidly to both market and customer needs.
Vision statement: Our vision is to be the best company in the
world--in the eyes of our customers, shareholders, communities,
and
people. We expect and demand the best we have to offer and

9. aspire to
become the company most admired for its people, partnership,
and
performance.
INTEGRITY: By dealing honestly with our clients, staff,
vendors and
community.
RESPONSIBILITY: By considering the environment in which
we do
business, community views and the common good.
PROFITABILITY: By being aware that an appropriate level of
profit is
necessary to maintain our business and allow our values to
continue to
be observed.
Values statement: In conducting our business, we will realize
our
vision by performing our affairs so that our actions provide
confirmation of the high value we place on:
Present goals: To reduce delivery and distribution time of
products
and services. To reduce the number and frequency of customer
complaints, and to improve the response time of customers
inquiries.
Past goals: To reduce employee turnover by 20 percent by
introducing a
new employee assistance program. To improve productivity by
implementing a company-wide training program. To actively
recruit
skilled workers into the organization.

10. Brief SWOT analysis:
Strengths:
Positive cash flow
Good business reputation
Weaknesses:
Expensive advertising
Experienced management approaching retirement
Insufficiently diversified revenue streams
Products and/or services have not been updated for a long time
Opportunities:
Improving economic outlook
New initiatives to streamline decision making
Threats:
Changing demographics
Vulnerability to recession and business cycles
Unproven relationship between government and private sector
Changing needs and preferences of stakeholders
Expected increases in tenured employees compensation
Changes in regulation, standards, and compliance requirements
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FEEDBACK:
Customer feedback:
Negative comments:59
Positive comments:4
Issue resolution:2
Reachability:9
Cancellation:7
Friendliness:7
Product knowledge:8
Overall:5.5
Employee feedback:

11. Negative comments:85
Positive comments:83
Negative comments:85
Positive comments:83
Issue resolution:0
Reachability:9
Cancellation:5
Friendliness:3
Product knowledge:7
Overall:4.1
RESEARCH USING LibGuides:
Generic http://libguides.gcu.edu
Specific http://libguides.gcu.edu
REFLECT ON:
Question 1: Do organizational goals support the mission,
vision, and
values statements?
Question 2: Does the organizational structure support the
strategic
plan for the organization, communication, decision making,
customer
service, employee engagement and satisfaction, and cross
department
interaction?
Question 3: Are there apparent gaps in skills, talent, or
diversity
in the leadership team or staff?
Question 4: From a review of the information provided, what
areas
are in need of further development?
DELIVERABLES:
PART 1: Strategic HRM Proposal

12. This assignment is about both the design and execution of
human
resources management strategies. Create a report that addresses
systematically and strategically the aspects of managing the
organization's human assets, and what really needs to be done to
implement these policies. Write from the perspective of a
manager who
makes a proposal to the company management. Address the
human
resources topics outlined below, from a strategic perspective.
Short-term and long-term unit goals (SMART format):
-- Specific: What will be accomplished? What actions will you
take?
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-- Measurable: What data will measure the goal? (How much?
How many?
How well?)
-- Achievable: Is the goal doable? Do you have the necessary
skills
and resources?
-- Relevant: How does the goal align with broader goals? Why
is the
result important?
-- Time-based: What is the time frame for accomplishing the
goal?
Unit organizational development strategies, addressing:
-- Objectives
-- Approach
-- Expected benefits
-- Strategic focus
-- Milestones in the organizational development roadmap

13. PART 2: Hiring Plan and Compensation Package Proposal
In this assignment you will consider strategic issues in staffing,
succession, compensation, and diversity management. Assume
the role of
a manager within your chosen organization and create a report
to the
management team, which addresses the most critical aspects of
hiring
and succession in the organization. Address all the topics
outlined
below.
Describe the main components of the hiring/succession plan
(manager's
role) addressing:
-- Candidates evaluation
-- Training
-- Key positions
-- Access to records
-- Interest assessment
Describe the main components of the recruitment plan (HR role)
including the following sections:
-- Needs assessment
-- General and specific recruitment
-- Goals, strategy, and action steps
-- Methods of recruitment
-- Budget (summary of main items)
-- Recruitement resources
-- New employee orientation and training
Describe the main components of the compensation plan: salary
study
and incentive plan (compensation committee role), addressing
-- The compensation philosophy
-- Pay policy regarding hiring, promotion, and merit
-- Pay range alignment with external market analysis
-- Communication of pay policies to employees

14. -- Consistency
Describe the main components of the diversity management
policy,
addressing:
-- Recognition and respect for the individual differences
-- Maintaining a positive workplace environment
PART 3: Performance Management Cycle
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In this assignment, you will address the performance
management cycle
(PMC). Effective performance management aligns the efforts of
supervisors and employees with organizational objectives,
promotes
consistency in performance assessments, and motivates
employees.
Assume the role of a manager within your chosen organization
and
create a PMC plan that addresses management by objectives,
individual
development plan, training, feedback, and salary administration.
Address the topics below in the context of your chosen
organization.
Management by Objectives(MBO) plan (cascade goals from unit
to
individual), including:
-- Institutional goals
-- Individual goals
-- Periodic performance reviews
-- End-of-year appraisal sessions
Individual development plans (IDP for one employee of your
choice),

15. including:
-- Position description
-- Unit organizational chart
-- Employee career goal
-- Supervisor expectations
-- Outcomes/Results from previous IDP year
-- Timelines and milestones for next IDP year
-- Employee comments
Unit training and development needs, addressing:
-- Goals and objectives
-- Timeline
-- Budget
Feedback (for two employees -- one performing and one
struggling),
addressing:
-- Performance metrics (3-5)
-- Type of review (formal, informal) and frequency
-- Objective of review/feedback (e.g., motivation,
compensation,
promotion, disciplinary, etc.)
Short description of possible corrective actions
Short description of possible recognitions and rewards
Promotion/succession planning activities
Evaluation and salary administration, addressing:
-- A review of salaries across the organization
-- Starting salaries and progression
PART 4: Reflective Summary of Strategic HRM
-- Write a reflective summary (750 to 1000 words). Consider
your
Scenario Generator Report and the previous three assignments.
Assume
the role of a unit manager who is evaluating the last year and
looking
ahead to the next year.

16. -- Connect your experience with the assignments to the course
objectives.
-- Synthesize the various elements of your Scenario Generator
Report
and the previous three assignments in a manner that
demonstrates
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mastery of essential concepts and principles.
-- Include any recommendations you have for increasing
organizational
effectiveness, discuss sucesses and areas of improvemenet.
-- Your paper should demonstrate critical and creative thinking.
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should also include a works cited section/bibliography, which
does not count towards your page requirement.
“A” papers will synthesize course readings, lecture content,
films (where relevant), class discussion and your own
interpretations into a cohesive and well-argued paper.
Prompt (Complete all parts):
· Define Darwinian medicine, and explain how this approach
frames health and wellness relative to more mainstream US-
style biomedicine.
· Explain the discordance hypothesis and describe the primary
ways our information age society differs from the Environment
of Evolutionary Adaptedness (EEA).

17. · Choose a disease or condition, and using it as an example,
describe the ways an evolutionary perspective may add to our
understanding of that disease or condition's causation, as well
as to possible prevention/treatment approaches.
· What barriers might medical anthropologists face in
attempting to integrate Darwinian medicine into existing US
medical care systems?