This document provides summaries of frequently asked questions regarding special education discipline. It addresses topics such as determining when a series of short-term removals constitutes a change of placement, what constitutes "substantially similar" behavior, procedural requirements for removals that result in a change of placement, who should conduct manifestation determinations, how to document manifestation determination proceedings, timelines for returning a student to their prior placement if a behavior is found to be a manifestation of their disability, the types of behaviors that justify removal to an interim alternative educational setting, and whether a district can place a student in an IAES more than once during a school year. The document provides concise answers to each question along with practice pointers for implementing the legal requirements
504 Accommodation Plans are designed to eliminate barriers and allow full participation in education for students with disabilities who are educated in regular education settings. A 504 plan provides general education classroom accommodations and is not an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a form of special education. The 504 team determines eligibility, oversees implementation of the plan, and reviews it annually. The team includes individuals knowledgeable about the student's impairment and accommodation options. Teachers are responsible for implementing accommodations in the 504 plan. A student must have a documented impairment that substantially limits a major life activity to be eligible for a 504 plan. The plan is reviewed annually and may be discontinued if eligibility criteria are no longer met.
International dentist program due changes in admission criteriaAlexander Decker
International dentist programs in some U.S. dental schools offer separate programs for foreign trained dentists to gain qualifications and familiarity with the U.S. system. Currently, admission is based solely on National Board Dental Examination scores, which disadvantages qualified specialists who may score lower due to years since graduation but have superior clinical skills. The author argues dental schools should take a more holistic approach considering clinical skills, experience, research, and publications, not just test scores, to improve quality and encourage qualified specialists to teach and practice in the U.S.
This document discusses serving students with medical needs. It covers three topics: 1) placing and serving students with medical needs in the least restrictive environment (LRE), discussing relevant laws, cases, and takeaways; 2) home/hospital instruction, outlining rules for general education and special education students; and 3) serving students with allergies or multiple chemical sensitivities, addressing eligibility for services under Section 504. For each topic, the document analyzes laws, case examples, and practical guidance for school districts.
The document provides an overview of extended school year (ESY) services for students with disabilities:
1) ESY services are provided beyond the regular school year to prevent regression of skills over breaks and support receipt of a free and appropriate public education.
2) The IEP team determines if a student needs ESY based on likelihood of regression and recoupment difficulties, not on category of disability.
3) ESY services must be comparable in quality and scope to the student's program during the regular school year.
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This document discusses promotion, retention, grading, and graduation policies for students with disabilities. It covers:
1. Promotion and retention decisions must follow district policy and consider individual student needs. IEP teams may develop individualized standards. Retention requires reconvening the IEP team to consider supports provided.
2. Grades for students with accommodations should not reflect them, while grades for students in modified curriculums should reflect achievement in the modification. Report cards and transcripts have different disclosure standards regarding disability status.
3. Graduation options include a regular diploma by meeting district standards or a certificate of completion. The IEP team must discuss graduation requirements. A regular diploma ends eligibility but
This document discusses emerging career opportunities for those with life science PhDs outside of traditional academic research positions. It outlines jobs in areas like regulatory affairs, clinical research, project management, biomanufacturing, medical devices, medical communications, intellectual property, health informatics, consulting, and more. These careers exist in industry, government, and other sectors. The document provides resources for training and transitioning to these alternative career paths.
This document provides summaries of frequently asked questions regarding special education discipline. It addresses topics such as determining when a series of short-term removals constitutes a change of placement, what constitutes "substantially similar" behavior, procedural requirements for removals that result in a change of placement, who should conduct manifestation determinations, how to document manifestation determination proceedings, timelines for returning a student to their prior placement if a behavior is found to be a manifestation of their disability, the types of behaviors that justify removal to an interim alternative educational setting, and whether a district can place a student in an IAES more than once during a school year. The document provides concise answers to each question along with practice pointers for implementing the legal requirements
504 Accommodation Plans are designed to eliminate barriers and allow full participation in education for students with disabilities who are educated in regular education settings. A 504 plan provides general education classroom accommodations and is not an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a form of special education. The 504 team determines eligibility, oversees implementation of the plan, and reviews it annually. The team includes individuals knowledgeable about the student's impairment and accommodation options. Teachers are responsible for implementing accommodations in the 504 plan. A student must have a documented impairment that substantially limits a major life activity to be eligible for a 504 plan. The plan is reviewed annually and may be discontinued if eligibility criteria are no longer met.
International dentist program due changes in admission criteriaAlexander Decker
International dentist programs in some U.S. dental schools offer separate programs for foreign trained dentists to gain qualifications and familiarity with the U.S. system. Currently, admission is based solely on National Board Dental Examination scores, which disadvantages qualified specialists who may score lower due to years since graduation but have superior clinical skills. The author argues dental schools should take a more holistic approach considering clinical skills, experience, research, and publications, not just test scores, to improve quality and encourage qualified specialists to teach and practice in the U.S.
This document discusses serving students with medical needs. It covers three topics: 1) placing and serving students with medical needs in the least restrictive environment (LRE), discussing relevant laws, cases, and takeaways; 2) home/hospital instruction, outlining rules for general education and special education students; and 3) serving students with allergies or multiple chemical sensitivities, addressing eligibility for services under Section 504. For each topic, the document analyzes laws, case examples, and practical guidance for school districts.
The document provides an overview of extended school year (ESY) services for students with disabilities:
1) ESY services are provided beyond the regular school year to prevent regression of skills over breaks and support receipt of a free and appropriate public education.
2) The IEP team determines if a student needs ESY based on likelihood of regression and recoupment difficulties, not on category of disability.
3) ESY services must be comparable in quality and scope to the student's program during the regular school year.
SES Spring 2014 - Spotlight on Practice: Promotion, Retention, Grading and Gr...Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost
This document discusses promotion, retention, grading, and graduation policies for students with disabilities. It covers:
1. Promotion and retention decisions must follow district policy and consider individual student needs. IEP teams may develop individualized standards. Retention requires reconvening the IEP team to consider supports provided.
2. Grades for students with accommodations should not reflect them, while grades for students in modified curriculums should reflect achievement in the modification. Report cards and transcripts have different disclosure standards regarding disability status.
3. Graduation options include a regular diploma by meeting district standards or a certificate of completion. The IEP team must discuss graduation requirements. A regular diploma ends eligibility but
This document discusses emerging career opportunities for those with life science PhDs outside of traditional academic research positions. It outlines jobs in areas like regulatory affairs, clinical research, project management, biomanufacturing, medical devices, medical communications, intellectual property, health informatics, consulting, and more. These careers exist in industry, government, and other sectors. The document provides resources for training and transitioning to these alternative career paths.
The document summarizes the policies and procedures of the Disability Services Office at Rollins College. It provides information on how to apply for accommodations, student and faculty rights and responsibilities, the accommodation process, common accommodations provided like note-takers, testing accommodations, and contact information for the office.
The document is a student handbook for Houston Community College's Ability Services that provides services and accommodations for students with disabilities. It summarizes the following key points:
1) Ability Services offers various services to assist students with disabilities including accommodations for placement tests, notetaking assistance, adaptive technology, and helping negotiate disability barriers.
2) It outlines federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
3) Accommodations and services are available for various types of disabilities including physical, visual, hearing, learning, ADHD, and acquired brain injuries. Services may include readers, note-takers, sign language interpreters, assistive technology and equipment loans.
The document is a student handbook for Houston Community College's Ability Services that provides services and accommodations for students with disabilities. It summarizes the following key points:
1) Ability Services offers various services to assist students with disabilities including accommodations for placement tests, notetakers, adaptive technology, and ensuring non-discrimination.
2) It outlines services available for different types of disabilities including learning disabilities, visual impairments, and deaf/hard of hearing students.
3) The handbook provides guidance on financial aid, orientation, evacuation procedures, and maintaining confidentiality for students with disabilities.
This document provides guidance for faculty at Houston Community College on complying with disability laws and assisting students with disabilities. It discusses the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, defining disability, the college's responsibilities to provide reasonable accommodations, and the process for students to receive accommodations through the college's Ability Services offices. Faculty are instructed on referring students to Ability Services, not validating medical documentation, including information in syllabi, and providing approved accommodations to students who present accommodation letters.
Volunteer advocacy project - ADA PresentationPatti Singleton
The document discusses strategies for reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504. It provides an overview of the ADA and its titles relating to employment, public entities, public accommodations, and telecommunications. Key points include the definition of a qualified individual with a disability, the interactive reasonable accommodation process, disclosure of disabilities, and requirements for postsecondary schools to provide accommodations to students with disabilities.
Specific Disabilities
This document provides information about disability services available at Houston Community College (HCC) for students with disabilities. It outlines the process for students to obtain reasonable accommodations and the roles and responsibilities of disability counselors, students, and faculty. Key points:
- Ability Services offices are located at each of HCC's six colleges and are responsible for arranging accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
- The accommodation process begins with students contacting an Ability Services counselor and providing disability documentation. Counselors will then provide an accommodation letter for students to share with instructors.
- Faculty are asked to include contact information for Ability Services in course syllabi and refer students who self-identify as
This document summarizes the disability support services provided by the Houston Community College System. It outlines services available to students with disabilities including assistance with admissions, financial aid, orientation, note-taking, adaptive technology, and non-discrimination policies. Accommodations are available for standardized tests, classes, and specific disabilities such as learning disabilities, ADHD, visual and hearing impairments. Students must register with the Disability Support Services Office to receive accommodations and services.
This document provides information on Section 504 and accessibility for students with disabilities in postsecondary education. It begins by defining key terms related to disability services like Section 504, ADA, IDEA, IEP, and FAPE. It then explains that Section 504 focuses on access to education, while IDEA determines eligibility for specific special education services. Differences between Section 504, ADA, and IDEA are outlined. The document also discusses requirements for services and accommodations under Section 504 like individual accommodation plans and examples of appropriate modifications to policies, programs, and procedures that increase accessibility. It concludes with case studies demonstrating proper responses to requests for accommodation from postsecondary students with disabilities.
Section 504 is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. It requires schools to provide accommodations to eligible students to ensure equal access to the learning environment and activities. The key aspects of Section 504 include evaluating students for eligibility, developing accommodation plans, reviewing plans annually, reevaluating every three years, and establishing disciplinary guidelines for students with disabilities. Parents have certain rights under Section 504 including consent for evaluations and notice of referrals and placements.
Section 504 is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. It requires schools that receive federal funding to provide students with disabilities equal educational opportunities and accommodations. A student is eligible for Section 504 if they have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. Eligibility is determined by an evaluation from multiple sources and does not require specific tests or failing grades. Accommodations must be provided to ensure equal access for students with disabilities. Annual reviews are not required under Section 504 like they are under IDEA.
The Office of Disability Services is located in the Academic Resource Center on the second floor of the UC building. They serve around 500 students with various disabilities including Aspergers, mobility issues, traumatic brain injuries, and anxiety. To receive accommodations, students must provide documentation of their disability and submit an accommodation request form. Eligibility is determined based on the ADA definition of a disability limiting major life activities. Accommodations provide equal access to instruction and modify testing procedures while maintaining academic performance standards. Common accommodations include extended time, distraction reduced testing, and use of a calculator or reader. Student records are kept confidential except in situations threatening harm or with a release of information.
The Office of Disability Services is located in the Academic Resource Center on the second floor of the UC building. It serves around 500 students with various disabilities including Aspergers, mobility issues, traumatic brain injuries, and anxiety. To receive accommodations, students must provide documentation of their disability and submit an accommodation request form. Eligibility is determined based on the ADA definition of a disability limiting major life activities. Accommodations provide equal access to instruction and modify testing procedures while maintaining academic performance standards. Common accommodations include extended time, distraction reduced testing, and use of a calculator or reader. Student records are kept confidential except in situations involving harm.
The document is a handbook from the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at Utah State University that provides information about the services and policies of the DRC. It outlines the purpose, mission, and goals of the DRC which are to ensure qualified students with disabilities have equal access to university programs and activities as required by law. It describes the process for students to register with the DRC including completing an application, providing disability documentation, and determining eligibility and reasonable accommodations. The handbook provides answers to frequently asked questions and an index of topics covered.
The document is a handbook from the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at Utah State University that provides information about the services and policies of the DRC. It outlines the purpose, mission, and goals of the DRC which are to ensure qualified students with disabilities have equal access to university programs and activities as required by law. It describes the process for students to register with the DRC including completing an application, providing disability documentation, and determining eligibility and reasonable accommodations. The handbook provides answers to frequently asked questions and an index of topics covered.
This document summarizes significant changes to special education law under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 2004 regarding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), due process, discipline procedures, and response to intervention. Key changes include mandatory resolution sessions, allowing multi-year IEPs, clarifying transition services, expanding the 45 school day rule for weapons/drugs/injury offenses, and requiring response to intervention for evaluating learning disabilities. The document cautions that response to intervention implementation varies between school districts.
This document summarizes significant changes to special education law under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 2004 regarding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), due process, discipline procedures, and response to intervention. Key changes include mandatory resolution sessions, allowing multi-year IEPs, clarifying transition services, expanding the 45 school day rule for weapons/drugs/injury offenses, and requiring response to intervention for evaluating learning disabilities. The document cautions that response to intervention implementation varies between school districts.
Slide Show Hot Button Issues In Sped Law SES Forum ClevelandJames Hailey
This document summarizes significant changes to special education law under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 2004 regarding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), due process, discipline procedures, and response to intervention requirements. Key changes include mandatory resolution sessions, allowing multi-year IEPs, clarifying transition services, expanding the 45 school day rule for weapons/drugs/injury offenses, and requiring response to intervention for evaluating learning disabilities. The document cautions that some changes like decreased IEP requirements and increased response to intervention use could weaken protections if not implemented carefully.
This document provides an overview of compliance, accreditation, and completion guidelines for new faculty at Stanbridge University. It discusses the key regulatory bodies that oversee the university, including state regulators like the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education and program-specific licensing boards, as well as national and regional accreditors. It outlines federal regulations around topics like ADA, FERPA, and Title IX. It also covers institutional policies on issues like program hours, uniforms, cheating, and the student code of conduct. The document emphasizes the importance of compliance, completion, and customer service to the university's mission and success.
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The document discusses the identification and assessment of students with disabilities. There are two main purposes of identification and assessment: to determine if a student is eligible for special education services, and to decide what those services will be. A student must meet at least one of the thirteen disability criteria under IDEA and require special education services to access an appropriate education. While some students are eligible but do not need services, others need services but may not meet eligibility criteria. Classification focuses on both medical and social models of disability, with more clearly medical disabilities identified early by physicians. The current classification system has benefits but alternatives focus more on dimensions of performance and the knowledge base for effective interventions.
Section 504 outlines protections and requirements for students with disabilities. It defines a student with a disability as someone with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. School districts must provide free appropriate public education to students with disabilities through reasonable accommodations. They must also implement identification, evaluation, and procedural safeguards for students and notify parents of their rights annually.
The document summarizes the policies and procedures of the Disability Services Office at Rollins College. It provides information on how to apply for accommodations, student and faculty rights and responsibilities, the accommodation process, common accommodations provided like note-takers, testing accommodations, and contact information for the office.
The document is a student handbook for Houston Community College's Ability Services that provides services and accommodations for students with disabilities. It summarizes the following key points:
1) Ability Services offers various services to assist students with disabilities including accommodations for placement tests, notetaking assistance, adaptive technology, and helping negotiate disability barriers.
2) It outlines federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
3) Accommodations and services are available for various types of disabilities including physical, visual, hearing, learning, ADHD, and acquired brain injuries. Services may include readers, note-takers, sign language interpreters, assistive technology and equipment loans.
The document is a student handbook for Houston Community College's Ability Services that provides services and accommodations for students with disabilities. It summarizes the following key points:
1) Ability Services offers various services to assist students with disabilities including accommodations for placement tests, notetakers, adaptive technology, and ensuring non-discrimination.
2) It outlines services available for different types of disabilities including learning disabilities, visual impairments, and deaf/hard of hearing students.
3) The handbook provides guidance on financial aid, orientation, evacuation procedures, and maintaining confidentiality for students with disabilities.
This document provides guidance for faculty at Houston Community College on complying with disability laws and assisting students with disabilities. It discusses the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, defining disability, the college's responsibilities to provide reasonable accommodations, and the process for students to receive accommodations through the college's Ability Services offices. Faculty are instructed on referring students to Ability Services, not validating medical documentation, including information in syllabi, and providing approved accommodations to students who present accommodation letters.
Volunteer advocacy project - ADA PresentationPatti Singleton
The document discusses strategies for reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504. It provides an overview of the ADA and its titles relating to employment, public entities, public accommodations, and telecommunications. Key points include the definition of a qualified individual with a disability, the interactive reasonable accommodation process, disclosure of disabilities, and requirements for postsecondary schools to provide accommodations to students with disabilities.
Specific Disabilities
This document provides information about disability services available at Houston Community College (HCC) for students with disabilities. It outlines the process for students to obtain reasonable accommodations and the roles and responsibilities of disability counselors, students, and faculty. Key points:
- Ability Services offices are located at each of HCC's six colleges and are responsible for arranging accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
- The accommodation process begins with students contacting an Ability Services counselor and providing disability documentation. Counselors will then provide an accommodation letter for students to share with instructors.
- Faculty are asked to include contact information for Ability Services in course syllabi and refer students who self-identify as
This document summarizes the disability support services provided by the Houston Community College System. It outlines services available to students with disabilities including assistance with admissions, financial aid, orientation, note-taking, adaptive technology, and non-discrimination policies. Accommodations are available for standardized tests, classes, and specific disabilities such as learning disabilities, ADHD, visual and hearing impairments. Students must register with the Disability Support Services Office to receive accommodations and services.
This document provides information on Section 504 and accessibility for students with disabilities in postsecondary education. It begins by defining key terms related to disability services like Section 504, ADA, IDEA, IEP, and FAPE. It then explains that Section 504 focuses on access to education, while IDEA determines eligibility for specific special education services. Differences between Section 504, ADA, and IDEA are outlined. The document also discusses requirements for services and accommodations under Section 504 like individual accommodation plans and examples of appropriate modifications to policies, programs, and procedures that increase accessibility. It concludes with case studies demonstrating proper responses to requests for accommodation from postsecondary students with disabilities.
Section 504 is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. It requires schools to provide accommodations to eligible students to ensure equal access to the learning environment and activities. The key aspects of Section 504 include evaluating students for eligibility, developing accommodation plans, reviewing plans annually, reevaluating every three years, and establishing disciplinary guidelines for students with disabilities. Parents have certain rights under Section 504 including consent for evaluations and notice of referrals and placements.
Section 504 is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. It requires schools that receive federal funding to provide students with disabilities equal educational opportunities and accommodations. A student is eligible for Section 504 if they have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. Eligibility is determined by an evaluation from multiple sources and does not require specific tests or failing grades. Accommodations must be provided to ensure equal access for students with disabilities. Annual reviews are not required under Section 504 like they are under IDEA.
The Office of Disability Services is located in the Academic Resource Center on the second floor of the UC building. They serve around 500 students with various disabilities including Aspergers, mobility issues, traumatic brain injuries, and anxiety. To receive accommodations, students must provide documentation of their disability and submit an accommodation request form. Eligibility is determined based on the ADA definition of a disability limiting major life activities. Accommodations provide equal access to instruction and modify testing procedures while maintaining academic performance standards. Common accommodations include extended time, distraction reduced testing, and use of a calculator or reader. Student records are kept confidential except in situations threatening harm or with a release of information.
The Office of Disability Services is located in the Academic Resource Center on the second floor of the UC building. It serves around 500 students with various disabilities including Aspergers, mobility issues, traumatic brain injuries, and anxiety. To receive accommodations, students must provide documentation of their disability and submit an accommodation request form. Eligibility is determined based on the ADA definition of a disability limiting major life activities. Accommodations provide equal access to instruction and modify testing procedures while maintaining academic performance standards. Common accommodations include extended time, distraction reduced testing, and use of a calculator or reader. Student records are kept confidential except in situations involving harm.
The document is a handbook from the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at Utah State University that provides information about the services and policies of the DRC. It outlines the purpose, mission, and goals of the DRC which are to ensure qualified students with disabilities have equal access to university programs and activities as required by law. It describes the process for students to register with the DRC including completing an application, providing disability documentation, and determining eligibility and reasonable accommodations. The handbook provides answers to frequently asked questions and an index of topics covered.
The document is a handbook from the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at Utah State University that provides information about the services and policies of the DRC. It outlines the purpose, mission, and goals of the DRC which are to ensure qualified students with disabilities have equal access to university programs and activities as required by law. It describes the process for students to register with the DRC including completing an application, providing disability documentation, and determining eligibility and reasonable accommodations. The handbook provides answers to frequently asked questions and an index of topics covered.
This document summarizes significant changes to special education law under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 2004 regarding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), due process, discipline procedures, and response to intervention. Key changes include mandatory resolution sessions, allowing multi-year IEPs, clarifying transition services, expanding the 45 school day rule for weapons/drugs/injury offenses, and requiring response to intervention for evaluating learning disabilities. The document cautions that response to intervention implementation varies between school districts.
This document summarizes significant changes to special education law under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 2004 regarding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), due process, discipline procedures, and response to intervention. Key changes include mandatory resolution sessions, allowing multi-year IEPs, clarifying transition services, expanding the 45 school day rule for weapons/drugs/injury offenses, and requiring response to intervention for evaluating learning disabilities. The document cautions that response to intervention implementation varies between school districts.
Slide Show Hot Button Issues In Sped Law SES Forum ClevelandJames Hailey
This document summarizes significant changes to special education law under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 2004 regarding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), due process, discipline procedures, and response to intervention requirements. Key changes include mandatory resolution sessions, allowing multi-year IEPs, clarifying transition services, expanding the 45 school day rule for weapons/drugs/injury offenses, and requiring response to intervention for evaluating learning disabilities. The document cautions that some changes like decreased IEP requirements and increased response to intervention use could weaken protections if not implemented carefully.
This document provides an overview of compliance, accreditation, and completion guidelines for new faculty at Stanbridge University. It discusses the key regulatory bodies that oversee the university, including state regulators like the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education and program-specific licensing boards, as well as national and regional accreditors. It outlines federal regulations around topics like ADA, FERPA, and Title IX. It also covers institutional policies on issues like program hours, uniforms, cheating, and the student code of conduct. The document emphasizes the importance of compliance, completion, and customer service to the university's mission and success.
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The document discusses the identification and assessment of students with disabilities. There are two main purposes of identification and assessment: to determine if a student is eligible for special education services, and to decide what those services will be. A student must meet at least one of the thirteen disability criteria under IDEA and require special education services to access an appropriate education. While some students are eligible but do not need services, others need services but may not meet eligibility criteria. Classification focuses on both medical and social models of disability, with more clearly medical disabilities identified early by physicians. The current classification system has benefits but alternatives focus more on dimensions of performance and the knowledge base for effective interventions.
Section 504 outlines protections and requirements for students with disabilities. It defines a student with a disability as someone with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. School districts must provide free appropriate public education to students with disabilities through reasonable accommodations. They must also implement identification, evaluation, and procedural safeguards for students and notify parents of their rights annually.
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Breast cancer: Post menopausal endocrine therapyDr. Sumit KUMAR
Breast cancer in postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive (HR+) status is a common and complex condition that necessitates a multifaceted approach to management. HR+ breast cancer means that the cancer cells grow in response to hormones such as estrogen and progesterone. This subtype is prevalent among postmenopausal women and typically exhibits a more indolent course compared to other forms of breast cancer, which allows for a variety of treatment options.
Diagnosis and Staging
The diagnosis of HR+ breast cancer begins with clinical evaluation, imaging, and biopsy. Imaging modalities such as mammography, ultrasound, and MRI help in assessing the extent of the disease. Histopathological examination and immunohistochemical staining of the biopsy sample confirm the diagnosis and hormone receptor status by identifying the presence of estrogen receptors (ER) and progesterone receptors (PR) on the tumor cells.
Staging involves determining the size of the tumor (T), the involvement of regional lymph nodes (N), and the presence of distant metastasis (M). The American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) staging system is commonly used. Accurate staging is critical as it guides treatment decisions.
Treatment Options
Endocrine Therapy
Endocrine therapy is the cornerstone of treatment for HR+ breast cancer in postmenopausal women. The primary goal is to reduce the levels of estrogen or block its effects on cancer cells. Commonly used agents include:
Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs): Tamoxifen is a SERM that binds to estrogen receptors, blocking estrogen from stimulating breast cancer cells. It is effective but may have side effects such as increased risk of endometrial cancer and thromboembolic events.
Aromatase Inhibitors (AIs): These drugs, including anastrozole, letrozole, and exemestane, lower estrogen levels by inhibiting the aromatase enzyme, which converts androgens to estrogen in peripheral tissues. AIs are generally preferred in postmenopausal women due to their efficacy and safety profile compared to tamoxifen.
Selective Estrogen Receptor Downregulators (SERDs): Fulvestrant is a SERD that degrades estrogen receptors and is used in cases where resistance to other endocrine therapies develops.
Combination Therapies
Combining endocrine therapy with other treatments enhances efficacy. Examples include:
Endocrine Therapy with CDK4/6 Inhibitors: Palbociclib, ribociclib, and abemaciclib are CDK4/6 inhibitors that, when combined with endocrine therapy, significantly improve progression-free survival in advanced HR+ breast cancer.
Endocrine Therapy with mTOR Inhibitors: Everolimus, an mTOR inhibitor, can be added to endocrine therapy for patients who have developed resistance to aromatase inhibitors.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is generally reserved for patients with high-risk features, such as large tumor size, high-grade histology, or extensive lymph node involvement. Regimens often include anthracyclines and taxanes.
Cell Therapy Expansion and Challenges in Autoimmune DiseaseHealth Advances
There is increasing confidence that cell therapies will soon play a role in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, but the extent of this impact remains to be seen. Early readouts on autologous CAR-Ts in lupus are encouraging, but manufacturing and cost limitations are likely to restrict access to highly refractory patients. Allogeneic CAR-Ts have the potential to broaden access to earlier lines of treatment due to their inherent cost benefits, however they will need to demonstrate comparable or improved efficacy to established modalities.
In addition to infrastructure and capacity constraints, CAR-Ts face a very different risk-benefit dynamic in autoimmune compared to oncology, highlighting the need for tolerable therapies with low adverse event risk. CAR-NK and Treg-based therapies are also being developed in certain autoimmune disorders and may demonstrate favorable safety profiles. Several novel non-cell therapies such as bispecific antibodies, nanobodies, and RNAi drugs, may also offer future alternative competitive solutions with variable value propositions.
Widespread adoption of cell therapies will not only require strong efficacy and safety data, but also adapted pricing and access strategies. At oncology-based price points, CAR-Ts are unlikely to achieve broad market access in autoimmune disorders, with eligible patient populations that are potentially orders of magnitude greater than the number of currently addressable cancer patients. Developers have made strides towards reducing cell therapy COGS while improving manufacturing efficiency, but payors will inevitably restrict access until more sustainable pricing is achieved.
Despite these headwinds, industry leaders and investors remain confident that cell therapies are poised to address significant unmet need in patients suffering from autoimmune disorders. However, the extent of this impact on the treatment landscape remains to be seen, as the industry rapidly approaches an inflection point.
Travel vaccination in Manchester offers comprehensive immunization services for individuals planning international trips. Expert healthcare providers administer vaccines tailored to your destination, ensuring you stay protected against various diseases. Conveniently located clinics and flexible appointment options make it easy to get the necessary shots before your journey. Stay healthy and travel with confidence by getting vaccinated in Manchester. Visit us: www.nxhealthcare.co.uk
low birth weight presentation. Low birth weight (LBW) infant is defined as the one whose birth weight is less than 2500g irrespective of their gestational age. Premature birth and low birth weight(LBW) is still a serious problem in newborn. Causing high morbidity and mortality rate worldwide. The nursing care provide to low birth weight babies is crucial in promoting their overall health and development. Through careful assessment, diagnosis,, planning, and evaluation plays a vital role in ensuring these vulnerable infants receive the specialize care they need. In India every third of the infant weight less than 2500g.
Birth period, socioeconomical status, nutritional and intrauterine environment are the factors influencing low birth weight
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learning occurs when a stimulus (unconditioned stimulus) eliciting a response (unconditioned response) • is paired with another stimulus (conditioned stimulus)
Nano-gold for Cancer Therapy chemistry investigatory projectSIVAVINAYAKPK
chemistry investigatory project
The development of nanogold-based cancer therapy could revolutionize oncology by providing a more targeted, less invasive treatment option. This project contributes to the growing body of research aimed at harnessing nanotechnology for medical applications, paving the way for future clinical trials and potential commercial applications.
Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, prompting the need for innovative treatment methods. Nanotechnology offers promising new approaches, including the use of gold nanoparticles (nanogold) for targeted cancer therapy. Nanogold particles possess unique physical and chemical properties that make them suitable for drug delivery, imaging, and photothermal therapy.
Osvaldo Bernardo Muchanga-GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS AND GASTRITIS-2024.pdfOsvaldo Bernardo Muchanga
GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS AND GASTRITIS
Osvaldo Bernardo Muchanga
Gastrointestinal Infections
GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS result from the ingestion of pathogens that cause infections at the level of this tract, generally being transmitted by food, water and hands contaminated by microorganisms such as E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella, Vibrio cholerae, Campylobacter, Staphylococcus, Rotavirus among others that are generally contained in feces, thus configuring a FECAL-ORAL type of transmission.
Among the factors that lead to the occurrence of gastrointestinal infections are the hygienic and sanitary deficiencies that characterize our markets and other places where raw or cooked food is sold, poor environmental sanitation in communities, deficiencies in water treatment (or in the process of its plumbing), risky hygienic-sanitary habits (not washing hands after major and/or minor needs), among others.
These are generally consequences (signs and symptoms) resulting from gastrointestinal infections: diarrhea, vomiting, fever and malaise, among others.
The treatment consists of replacing lost liquids and electrolytes (drinking drinking water and other recommended liquids, including consumption of juicy fruits such as papayas, apples, pears, among others that contain water in their composition).
To prevent this, it is necessary to promote health education, improve the hygienic-sanitary conditions of markets and communities in general as a way of promoting, preserving and prolonging PUBLIC HEALTH.
Gastritis and Gastric Health
Gastric Health is one of the most relevant concerns in human health, with gastrointestinal infections being among the main illnesses that affect humans.
Among gastric problems, we have GASTRITIS AND GASTRIC ULCERS as the main public health problems. Gastritis and gastric ulcers normally result from inflammation and corrosion of the walls of the stomach (gastric mucosa) and are generally associated (caused) by the bacterium Helicobacter pylor, which, according to the literature, this bacterium settles on these walls (of the stomach) and starts to release urease that ends up altering the normal pH of the stomach (acid), which leads to inflammation and corrosion of the mucous membranes and consequent gastritis or ulcers, respectively.
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Disability Accommodation for Law Students and the LSAC Problematic
1. Disability
Accommodation
for Law Students
and the LSAC
Problematic
Disability determination is a lengthy
process and may cause delay in gaining
admission to colleges. A disability lawyer
can help.
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A recent article highlighted problems faced by aspiring law students with disabilities. The writer
brings attention to the four-year-old litigation between the U.S. Department of Justice and the
Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) that administers the LSAT (Law School Admission Test),
over how the council treats disabled students. The litigation was initiated in 2012 when the
California Department of Fair Employment and Housing first alleged that the LSAC’s
accommodation policies were too oppressive and violated the ADA (Americans with Disabilities
Act). The Justice Department joined the class action at a later stage.
Heavy Documentation Demand – a Major Deterrent
One of the main questions is whether an aspiring law student who passed an earlier
standardized test with an accommodation for a disability merits similar treatment for the LSAT
or whether he/she will have to prove again that they need extra time or a separate testing
room. Another major hitch is the shortage of outside consultants to review the more than 300
applications for accommodations that the LSAC sends for review each year – just 2 outside
consultants when 40 may be needed to do the job appropriately. What deters students from
even applying for the LSAT is the copiousness of documentation that needs to be provided to
determine suitable accommodation. Following a consent decree reached in May, the LSAC
agreed to end its “flagging” policy – i.e. alerting law schools when giving extra time to a
disabled student to complete the test (provision of extra time is a common accommodation). It
also agreed to pay $7.73 million to more than 6, 000 people who were refused disability
accommodations.
Impairments Most Frequently Cited by Applicants
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder 32%
Learning Disabilities 23%
Neurological Issues 11%
Visual Impairments 10%
Physical Disorders 10%
Psychological impairments 7%
Other/Medical 6%
Hearing Impairments 1%
Delays and Denials Causing Considerable Distress
The article quotes a law student who was denied requests for accommodation thrice between
2008 and 2010. He had requested extra time and a semiprivate testing room to accommodate
his dyspraxia. He managed to improve his score over five sittings and finally secured admission
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to the University of California, Irvine School of Law. He expresses his distress at having to wait
so long to get into law school. People like him strongly feel that the LSAC must radically
improve its approach to people with disabilities and be more transparent. This view is shared by
many disability lawyers fighting to obtain benefits for their clients.
A review panel created to recommend additional reforms concluded that the current rules of
the LSAC are excessive and suggested reforms that include considering previous testing
accommodations, a formal appeals process and adding more experts to review requests.
However, the LSAC plans to oppose most of the recommendations when it files objections with
the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California by March 26.
All this is taking a toll on prospective law students with impairments. There are many students
going for injunctions alongside the existing Justice Department litigation. The important
consideration is that the LSAT is the entry point to the legal profession and to get into law
school you need to perform well in the test.
Disability Accommodation Determination – the Federal Standpoint
Universities across the United States are committed to complying with Section 504, the ADA
and amendments with regard to qualified students with disabilities. According to these
directives, universities and colleges that receive federal funding are prohibited from
discriminating against such students in educational programs and activities. By definition, a
qualified student is a disabled student who, with or without reasonable accommodation (such
as communication aids/services, architectural access, modifications to practices and policies)
meets the University’s academic and technical standards that are required for admission in the
University’s academic programs and activities.
The Disability and Accommodation Determination Process
The student will have to be directly involved in the disability determination process since it is an
interactive and two-way process. To qualify for disability under the ADA and Section 504,
he/she must have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major
life activity. The impairment has to be one on account of which the student is unable to
perform a major life activity that an average person can perform, or he/she is considerably
restricted in performing that major life activity vis-à-vis the average person in the general
population. The disability is determined on the basis of detailed review of relevant medical
documentation provided by a qualified medical professional regarding the nature and severity
of the impairment and a detailed description of the student’s functional limitations. If the
student has a learning disability, psychological disorder or attention deficit disorder, the
University may ask for certain tests. When all medical documentation is received, the university
may have the assessment and any recommended accommodations reviewed by external
medical professionals.
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The disability determination process next considers whether the student qualifies for any
appropriate academic modification or adjustment (i.e. reasonable accommodation).
Reasonable accommodation signifies an adjustment/modification to a program, course, service,
job, activity or facility that allows a qualified student with disability to have an equal
educational opportunity but does not lower/modify essential requirements, fundamentally
alter the nature of a program, service or activity, or cause undue financial/administrative
burdens. Auxiliary aids allowed to a disabled student are items/services provided to enable
him/her to have equal access to the educational program/life activities for which he/she is
eligible. Examples of auxiliary aids and services include ASL interpretation, speech to text
interpretation, adjustable lighting, sound amplification, use of computer for in-class writing
assignments and exams, distraction-free environment whenever possible for in-class exams,
alternative book and test formats, and extra time for in-class examinations and assignments.
However, these aids do not include individually prescribed devices, personal attendants or
other services/devices of a personal nature including typing or tutoring.
To determine eligibility for reasonable accommodation, the following aspects are considered:
The functional limitations that are caused by the impairment
Essential elements/requirements of the academic program, course and/or university
sponsored student life activity
The past performance of the student with and without reasonable accommodation
Disability-related difficulties the student experienced in the past with regard to
participating in university sponsored and /or academic programs
Any previous adjustments/modifications received by the student in an educational
setting
An evaluation of the reasonable accommodation recommended by a qualified,
appropriate professional.
Denied Accommodation – Steps to Take
A student experiencing discrimination because of his/her disability or who has been refused the
accommodations requested can do any or all of the following:
File an internal appeal/grievance with the school
File a complaint with the OCR (Office for Civil Rights of the U.S Department of
Education) or the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
Go for private negotiation and solve the issues informally
File a lawsuit
To file a lawsuit, students don’t have to first file a grievance with the school or file a complaint
with the OCR or DOJ. A lawsuit related to violations of the ADA and Section 504 must be filed in
a U.S. District Court. It is best to have an attorney to represent the student so that the case is
well presented and has more chance to win.