Presented by Richard Crosby, PhD, DDI Endowed Professor and Chair, Department of Health Behavior, University of Kentucky at the 2012 National Chlamydia Coalition meeting.
Can an image dominant contraception App meet the speech, language and communi...HIMSS UK
MSc Research Scholarship awarded by The Florence Nightingale Foundation sponsored through NHS Professionals
Ali Menzies
School Nurse
MSc BSc(Hons) SCPHN
Utilizing Mobile Technologies to Reach Young People with Sexual and Reproduct...YTH
There are currently 1.8 billion young people between the age of 10 and 24, and the youth population is growing fastest in developing countries. The majority of these young people are faced with a myriad of challenges, including weak health systems with limited access to sexual and reproductive health resources. Hear from Pathfinder International, a global health organization, on how mobile technology can be used to effectively reach these individuals with important sexual and reproductive health information and services. Pathfinder has experience using mobile technology to support health programs in eight countries, including SMS projects in Ethiopia and Mozambique that are designed to support youth with timely, accurate, and impartial sexual and reproductive health information.
Given the ubiquity and speed of text messaging, texting may be the most effective way to deliver important health information to Native teens and young adults, but does it really change behavior? The team designed a series of theory-based text messages to promote condom use and testing for sexually transmitted infections, and then carried out formative research activities with 60 American Indian and Alaska Native youth to refine the implementation plan and tailor the intervention messages to the needs and concerns of Native teens. To evaluate the impact of the behavioral intervention, delivered entirely via text message (including participant recruitment, consent, intervention messaging, and pre-post surveys) 408 youth from across Indian Country were successfully enrolled. Results showed positive changes in attitudes and behaviors towards condom use, and intention and behavior toward STI testing. More than 40% of those who had not been tested recently, got tested.
Can an image dominant contraception App meet the speech, language and communi...HIMSS UK
MSc Research Scholarship awarded by The Florence Nightingale Foundation sponsored through NHS Professionals
Ali Menzies
School Nurse
MSc BSc(Hons) SCPHN
Utilizing Mobile Technologies to Reach Young People with Sexual and Reproduct...YTH
There are currently 1.8 billion young people between the age of 10 and 24, and the youth population is growing fastest in developing countries. The majority of these young people are faced with a myriad of challenges, including weak health systems with limited access to sexual and reproductive health resources. Hear from Pathfinder International, a global health organization, on how mobile technology can be used to effectively reach these individuals with important sexual and reproductive health information and services. Pathfinder has experience using mobile technology to support health programs in eight countries, including SMS projects in Ethiopia and Mozambique that are designed to support youth with timely, accurate, and impartial sexual and reproductive health information.
Given the ubiquity and speed of text messaging, texting may be the most effective way to deliver important health information to Native teens and young adults, but does it really change behavior? The team designed a series of theory-based text messages to promote condom use and testing for sexually transmitted infections, and then carried out formative research activities with 60 American Indian and Alaska Native youth to refine the implementation plan and tailor the intervention messages to the needs and concerns of Native teens. To evaluate the impact of the behavioral intervention, delivered entirely via text message (including participant recruitment, consent, intervention messaging, and pre-post surveys) 408 youth from across Indian Country were successfully enrolled. Results showed positive changes in attitudes and behaviors towards condom use, and intention and behavior toward STI testing. More than 40% of those who had not been tested recently, got tested.
The Health Communication Capacity Collaborative (HC3) conducted a review and program scan of peer-reviewed and grey literature on sexual and reproductive health (SRH) of adolescents and youth in urban areas to explore the behavioral drivers, barriers and contextual factors and identify SBCC interventions targeting the sexual health of urban youth.
The findings highlight promising practices and synthesize lessons learned, and offer insight into the elements that may yield more positive results for behavior change among urban youth.
This an infographic tthat illustrates the evidence review.
To access the searchable table showing the peer-reviewed and grey literature articles from the review, as well as links to the top ten articles from the review, the Executive Summary of the review and the complete Literature Review, visit http://www.healthcommcapacity.org/sbcc-research-synthesis-urban-youth-sexual-reproductive-health/
Yves Calmette (ACON) talks about the development of a risk reduction campaign for gay men that includes an online 'risk calculator'. This presentation was given at the AFAO/NAPWA Gay Men's HIV Health Promotion Conference in May 2012.
Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) highlights their 9 digital tools developed to reach African-American and Latino teens in need of sexual/reproductive health education. Presented by Deborah S. Levine from PPFA at YTH Live 2014 session "Digital Health Tools for Teens."
This paper gives and overview of factoes associated with depression among gay men. This paper was presented by Limin Mao et. al. at the AFAO HIV Educators Conference 2008.
My SRH My Choice: Wading through University Student’s Engagement in High Risk...iConferences
Prepared by Mary Njeri Wanjau, Pan Africa Christian University Kenya for International Conference on Public Health and Well-being 2019, 4-5 April, Negombo, Sri Lanka
The Health Communication Capacity Collaborative (HC3) conducted a review and program scan of peer-reviewed and grey literature on sexual and reproductive health (SRH) of adolescents and youth in urban areas to explore the behavioral drivers, barriers and contextual factors and identify SBCC interventions targeting the sexual health of urban youth.
The findings highlight promising practices and synthesize lessons learned, and offer insight into the elements that may yield more positive results for behavior change among urban youth.
This an infographic tthat illustrates the evidence review.
To access the searchable table showing the peer-reviewed and grey literature articles from the review, as well as links to the top ten articles from the review, the Executive Summary of the review and the complete Literature Review, visit http://www.healthcommcapacity.org/sbcc-research-synthesis-urban-youth-sexual-reproductive-health/
Yves Calmette (ACON) talks about the development of a risk reduction campaign for gay men that includes an online 'risk calculator'. This presentation was given at the AFAO/NAPWA Gay Men's HIV Health Promotion Conference in May 2012.
Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) highlights their 9 digital tools developed to reach African-American and Latino teens in need of sexual/reproductive health education. Presented by Deborah S. Levine from PPFA at YTH Live 2014 session "Digital Health Tools for Teens."
This paper gives and overview of factoes associated with depression among gay men. This paper was presented by Limin Mao et. al. at the AFAO HIV Educators Conference 2008.
My SRH My Choice: Wading through University Student’s Engagement in High Risk...iConferences
Prepared by Mary Njeri Wanjau, Pan Africa Christian University Kenya for International Conference on Public Health and Well-being 2019, 4-5 April, Negombo, Sri Lanka
Presented by Carol Roye, EdD, CPNP, RN, Professor of Nursing, Assistant Dean for Research, Hunter College School of Nursing at the 2013 National Chlamydia Coalition Meeting
Assessing U.S. and International Experience with Health Reform and Implications for the Future by W. David Helms, Ph.D, President and CEO, Academy Health
Presented by Lisa Goldstein, Director of Adolescent Health, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, at the 2010 National Chlamydia Coalition meeting.
From social networks to Mobile Marketing. Companies have increasingly decided to open up to social media in order to communicate with their customers. An analysis through the forms of business communication for a more effective management of a successful brand. An overall look at some of the technological tools available (LBS, geotagging, etc..) to create one's own business strategy for one's startup, learning from major companies.
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Adulthood: Disability
People with disabilities often are underserved in health prevention and health promotion campaigns. These individuals are as at risk for other health problems as any other person, but health prevention and promotion outreach to them requires addressing their individual needs. As an example, consider some of the issues that would need to be addressed in a health promotion program for sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention in a deaf community. Many deaf individuals have difficulty with reading, so it might be more effective to have a lecture with an American Sign Language interpreter. Even with this solution, however, there are considerations that need to be addressed. There is some controversy about sexually related signs, and many deaf people do not know the anatomically correct words/signs to discuss these issues. One alternative is to use the more vulgar ones that people know, but this may be offensive. As you can see, there are no easy answers, and decisions are not always clear cut. The important point to remember is that different disability populations have different needs, and having awareness of these needs helps you to be a more competent health psychology professional by designing more effective, empirically supported, programs.
For this Discussion, imagine that you are working with an oncologist specializing in breast cancer. The oncologist wants to initiate a publicity campaign promoting breast cancer screenings targeted toward women with disabilities. To prepare, select one specific disability to focus on and think about considerations you would need to address when communicating with women who have this disability through a breast cancer screening publicity campaign. (Select an issue other than deafness to use for this Discussion.)
With these thoughts in mind:Post by Day 4 the type of disability you selected. Describe at least three issues related to this disability that should be considered in a publicity campaign for this program and explain why they are important. Finally, explain what types of publicity strategies you might use and how you might communicate them to the target population.
Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.
Read a selection of your colleagues' postings.
Respond by Day 6 to at least two of your colleagues' postings in one or more of the following ways:
· Ask a probing question.
· Share an insight from having read your colleague's posting.
· Offer and support an opinion.
· Validate an idea with your own experience.
· Make a suggestion.
· Expand on your colleague's posting.
Return to this Discussion in a few days to read the responses to your initial posting. Note what you have learned and/or any insights you have gained as a result of the comments your colleagues made.
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Evidence-Based Practices & Nursing
Introduction
Normally, PICOT format is helpful in formulation of questions in an evidenced based clinical practice. PICOT generated questions generally fall under for main categories of clinical practices. These include; therapy, prevention, diagnosis, etiology as well as Prognosis. The essential elements in PICOT questions. The PICOT format is valuable in addressing research questions comprehensively. Five elements are normally addressed including; population, intervention, comparison, outcome and time as well (Riva, Malik, Burnie, Endicott, & Busse, 2012).
Summary of Case Study
The ever increasingly high incidence of breast cancer conditions has posed serious challenges in the nursing profession. Provision of appropriate healthcare to the cancer patients has been lacking leading to adverse effects of the proliferation of cancerous cells which further worsen the conditions of the patients. As primary care, clinicians have the responsibility to stressing providing healthcare services within healthcare facilities as well as monitoring treatment in home based facilities to help manage cancer condition. Most cancer patient need clinicians who practice evidence-based clinical practices (Riva, Malik, Burnie, Endicott, & Busse, 2012).
Research Question
In cancer patients receiving chemotherapy, will they have better white blood cell count monitoring with a follow-up at home versus follow-up at a health care facility during their treatment?
PICOT Format
1) P-Population: Patients aged 18-60 years-old, breast cancer who have not received chemotherapy in the past six months are subjected to the treatment. Patients with other serious health conditions such as heart diseases were excluded in the study. 30 patients, with 15patients stationed at the healthcare facility while the other 15 patients receiving home-based care, are expected to take part in the study.
2) I -Intervention: The patients will receive dosage based on the age, sex and health general body health as well as the stage of cancer cells proliferation in the body. The patients are required take the prescribed drugs at regular intervals. The subjects will be subjected to treatment under the same during the research study.
3) C-Comparison: All the subject regardless of variations in their level of dose requirement will be subjected to the same treatment for the same duration, 3months. Standardized treatment will be given to subjects with no extreme variations in their level of dose requirement and would be used as an active control group. Using this strategy, it will be possible to minimize the non-specific effects due to a group of the patient receiving treatment within the healthcare.
4) O-Outcome: The response in chemotherapy treatments will be check by examining the numbers of defective cancerous cells in the body tissues. The patients will report to the theatre in order to be examined by an oncologist. The results will be recorded i ...
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The learning outcome for this activity: Participants will have increased knowledge of applying the Age-Friendly 4Ms Framework while caring for an older adult patient experiencing elements of Geriatric Syndrome in a convenient care setting.
Into the Vast Unknown: Early Lessons from a PrEP Demonstration Project in Cis-gender Women in Southern California
Jill Blumenthal MD
August 25th, 2017
UCSD HIV & Global Health Rounds
Larry K. Brown, M.D., Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island - presenting on the topic of Adolescent Sexual Behavior: What Does Reserch Say and What Can Clinicians Do? -- at the Sheppard Pratt Health System Wednesday Grand Rounds Series for Mental Health Professionals (in Towson, MD). Presentation delivered on January 20, 2010. Contact info@sheppardpratt.org for more information on CME presentations at Sheppard Pratt.
IRH Georgetown University presented an orientation at the International Conference on Family Planning in Kampala, Uganda on Fertility Awareness‐based Methods (FAM) and their integration into family planning, health, and development programs operating in the public and private sector.
A brief update on the National Chlamydia Coalition by Ashley Coffield, MPA, Senior Fellow, Partnership for Prevention. Presented at the 2012 National Chlamydia Coalition meeting.
Presented by Michael Horberg, MD, MAS, FACP, FIDSA,
Executive Director Research, Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, Director, HIV/AIDS Kaiser Permanente, at the 2012 National Chlamydia Coalition meeting.
Presented by Marc Garufi, Chief, Public Health Branch, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Executive Office of the President at the 2012 National Chlamydia Coalition meeting.
Presented by Jo Valentine, MSW, Associate Director, Office of Health Equity, Division of STD Prevention, CDC, at the 2012 National Chlamydia Coalition meeting
A brief update on the National Chlamydia Coalition by Ashley Coffield, MPA, Senior Fellow, Partnership for Prevention. Presented at the 2012 National Chlamydia Coalition meeting.
Presented by John R. Papp, Senior Service Fellow, National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention, at the 2010 National Chlamydia Coalition meeting
Report Back from SGO 2024: What’s the Latest in Cervical Cancer?bkling
Are you curious about what’s new in cervical cancer research or unsure what the findings mean? Join Dr. Emily Ko, a gynecologic oncologist at Penn Medicine, to learn about the latest updates from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) 2024 Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer. Dr. Ko will discuss what the research presented at the conference means for you and answer your questions about the new developments.
Recomendações da OMS sobre cuidados maternos e neonatais para uma experiência pós-natal positiva.
Em consonância com os ODS – Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável e a Estratégia Global para a Saúde das Mulheres, Crianças e Adolescentes, e aplicando uma abordagem baseada nos direitos humanos, os esforços de cuidados pós-natais devem expandir-se para além da cobertura e da simples sobrevivência, de modo a incluir cuidados de qualidade.
Estas diretrizes visam melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados pós-natais essenciais e de rotina prestados às mulheres e aos recém-nascidos, com o objetivo final de melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar materno e neonatal.
Uma “experiência pós-natal positiva” é um resultado importante para todas as mulheres que dão à luz e para os seus recém-nascidos, estabelecendo as bases para a melhoria da saúde e do bem-estar a curto e longo prazo. Uma experiência pós-natal positiva é definida como aquela em que as mulheres, pessoas que gestam, os recém-nascidos, os casais, os pais, os cuidadores e as famílias recebem informação consistente, garantia e apoio de profissionais de saúde motivados; e onde um sistema de saúde flexível e com recursos reconheça as necessidades das mulheres e dos bebês e respeite o seu contexto cultural.
Estas diretrizes consolidadas apresentam algumas recomendações novas e já bem fundamentadas sobre cuidados pós-natais de rotina para mulheres e neonatos que recebem cuidados no pós-parto em unidades de saúde ou na comunidade, independentemente dos recursos disponíveis.
É fornecido um conjunto abrangente de recomendações para cuidados durante o período puerperal, com ênfase nos cuidados essenciais que todas as mulheres e recém-nascidos devem receber, e com a devida atenção à qualidade dos cuidados; isto é, a entrega e a experiência do cuidado recebido. Estas diretrizes atualizam e ampliam as recomendações da OMS de 2014 sobre cuidados pós-natais da mãe e do recém-nascido e complementam as atuais diretrizes da OMS sobre a gestão de complicações pós-natais.
O estabelecimento da amamentação e o manejo das principais intercorrências é contemplada.
Recomendamos muito.
Vamos discutir essas recomendações no nosso curso de pós-graduação em Aleitamento no Instituto Ciclos.
Esta publicação só está disponível em inglês até o momento.
Prof. Marcus Renato de Carvalho
www.agostodourado.com
Explore natural remedies for syphilis treatment in Singapore. Discover alternative therapies, herbal remedies, and lifestyle changes that may complement conventional treatments. Learn about holistic approaches to managing syphilis symptoms and supporting overall health.
Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
Flu Vaccine Alert in Bangalore Karnatakaaddon Scans
As flu season approaches, health officials in Bangalore, Karnataka, are urging residents to get their flu vaccinations. The seasonal flu, while common, can lead to severe health complications, particularly for vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and those with underlying health conditions.
Dr. Vidisha Kumari, a leading epidemiologist in Bangalore, emphasizes the importance of getting vaccinated. "The flu vaccine is our best defense against the influenza virus. It not only protects individuals but also helps prevent the spread of the virus in our communities," he says.
This year, the flu season is expected to coincide with a potential increase in other respiratory illnesses. The Karnataka Health Department has launched an awareness campaign highlighting the significance of flu vaccinations. They have set up multiple vaccination centers across Bangalore, making it convenient for residents to receive their shots.
To encourage widespread vaccination, the government is also collaborating with local schools, workplaces, and community centers to facilitate vaccination drives. Special attention is being given to ensuring that the vaccine is accessible to all, including marginalized communities who may have limited access to healthcare.
Residents are reminded that the flu vaccine is safe and effective. Common side effects are mild and may include soreness at the injection site, mild fever, or muscle aches. These side effects are generally short-lived and far less severe than the flu itself.
Healthcare providers are also stressing the importance of continuing COVID-19 precautions. Wearing masks, practicing good hand hygiene, and maintaining social distancing are still crucial, especially in crowded places.
Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting vaccinated. Together, we can help keep Bangalore healthy and safe this flu season. For more information on vaccination centers and schedules, residents can visit the Karnataka Health Department’s official website or follow their social media pages.
Stay informed, stay safe, and get your flu shot today!