Framework Document to Improve the Environmental Health of Vulnerable Communities across North America: JPAC Workshop Merida presentation from CEC Program Manager Orlando Cabrera:
The document proposes a framework to improve environmental health in vulnerable communities across North America. It involves collaborating with stakeholders to build capacity through identifying health risks from environmental contamination and providing tools and resources. The approach includes assessing integrated risks and health impacts at different levels over time. Communication strategies would develop and adapt tools for targeted groups, incorporating traditional knowledge. Reporting existing pollution data from Canada, US and Mexico could help identify facilities for further analysis. The overall goal is to sustainably improve environmental health and community participation through evidence-based and transdisciplinary capacity building.
Orlando Cabrera, CEC Program Manager, Air Quality and PRTR, on CEC work on Improving the Environmental Health of Vulnerable Communities in North America spoke at the Resilient Communities in North America workshop in New Orleans on July 10, 2012. More info. at http://www.cec.org/council2012
Dr. Lonnie King - Keynote - One Health Approach to Antimicrobial Resistance a...John Blue
Keynote - One Health Approach to Antimicrobial Resistance and Use - Dr. Lonnie King, Dean, The Ohio State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, from the 2012 NIAA One Health Approach to Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Symposium, October 26-27, 2012, Columbus, OH, USA.
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Orlando Cabrera, CEC Program Manager, Air Quality and PRTR, on CEC work on Improving the Environmental Health of Vulnerable Communities in North America spoke at the Resilient Communities in North America workshop in New Orleans on July 10, 2012. More info. at http://www.cec.org/council2012
Dr. Lonnie King - Keynote - One Health Approach to Antimicrobial Resistance a...John Blue
Keynote - One Health Approach to Antimicrobial Resistance and Use - Dr. Lonnie King, Dean, The Ohio State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, from the 2012 NIAA One Health Approach to Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Symposium, October 26-27, 2012, Columbus, OH, USA.
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This is part 2 of a two part session deliver for a Common Awards (Theology, Ministry and Mission, University of Durham) course on health and the Church. The first part focuses on a theological perspective and the second part focuses on public health perspectives
The experience of survival following Blood and Marrow Transplant in NSW, Aust...Cancer Institute NSW
Over 50% of patients undergoing allogeneic BMT can now be expected to become long-term survivors. Unfortunately many experience significant late morbidity and mortality.
Presentation by our Keynote Speaker, Leslie J. Kohman, MD at our Cancer Mission 2020 28th Congressional District Summit in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Kohman is the Professor of Surgery Medical Director at Upstate Cancer Center in Syracuse, NY.
"What Will It Take To Control TB?" Richard Chaisson, MDUWGlobalHealth
Dr. Richard Chaisson, Professor of Medicine, Epidemiology and International Health and Director of the Center for Tuberculosis Research at the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore was the keynote Jan. 19 as part of the Washington Global Health Discovery Series. His talk was on ""What Will It Take To Control TB?"
Do contrasting social expectations along with biological differences lead men and women to be affected differently by environmental contaminants like mercury or pesticides? How do gender and sex interact and impact population health? Professor Donna Mergler has authored more than 150 scientific articles and has given many lectures around the world on the subject, and will share her research on how to promote social and gender considerations when conducting environmental health research.
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Over 50% of patients undergoing allogeneic BMT can now be expected to become long-term survivors. Unfortunately many experience significant late morbidity and mortality.
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Do contrasting social expectations along with biological differences lead men and women to be affected differently by environmental contaminants like mercury or pesticides? How do gender and sex interact and impact population health? Professor Donna Mergler has authored more than 150 scientific articles and has given many lectures around the world on the subject, and will share her research on how to promote social and gender considerations when conducting environmental health research.
Glen P. Kedzie, Vice President, Energy and Environmental Council, American Trucking Associations spoke at the CEC's Joint Public Advisory Committee round table on sustainable transportation in North America on July 10, 2013. More at: http://cec.org/council2013
Diane Gray, President and CEO, CentrePort Canada, Inc., spoke during the CEC's Joint Public Advisory Committee's round table on sustainable transportation on July 10, 2013. More info. at http://cec.org/council2013
Abel López Dodero, coordinador de la Dirección de Sistemas Integrados de Transporte, CTS EMBARQ México, habló durante las mesas redondas de discusión del Comité Consultivo Público Conjunto sobre transporte sustentable en América del Norte el 10 de julio de 2013. Más información en http://cec.org/consejo2013
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Lung Cancer: Artificial Intelligence, Synergetics, Complex System Analysis, S...Oleg Kshivets
RESULTS: Overall life span (LS) was 2252.1±1742.5 days and cumulative 5-year survival (5YS) reached 73.2%, 10 years – 64.8%, 20 years – 42.5%. 513 LCP lived more than 5 years (LS=3124.6±1525.6 days), 148 LCP – more than 10 years (LS=5054.4±1504.1 days).199 LCP died because of LC (LS=562.7±374.5 days). 5YS of LCP after bi/lobectomies was significantly superior in comparison with LCP after pneumonectomies (78.1% vs.63.7%, P=0.00001 by log-rank test). AT significantly improved 5YS (66.3% vs. 34.8%) (P=0.00000 by log-rank test) only for LCP with N1-2. Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: phase transition (PT) early-invasive LC in terms of synergetics, PT N0—N12, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells- CC and blood cells subpopulations), G1-3, histology, glucose, AT, blood cell circuit, prothrombin index, heparin tolerance, recalcification time (P=0.000-0.038). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and PT early-invasive LC (rank=1), PT N0—N12 (rank=2), thrombocytes/CC (3), erythrocytes/CC (4), eosinophils/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), segmented neutrophils/CC (8), stick neutrophils/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10); leucocytes/CC (11). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (area under ROC curve=1.0; error=0.0).
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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
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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!
These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
4. Non-respiratory functions of the lungs https://academic.oup.com/bjaed/article/13/3/98/278874
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Microteaching is a unique model of practice teaching. It is a viable instrument for the. desired change in the teaching behavior or the behavior potential which, in specified types of real. classroom situations, tends to facilitate the achievement of specified types of objectives.
Tom Selleck Health: A Comprehensive Look at the Iconic Actor’s Wellness Journeygreendigital
Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
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Framework Document to Improve the Environmental Health of Vulnerable Communities across North America: JPAC Workshop Merida presentation from CEC Program Manager Orlando Cabrera:
1. Framework Document to Improve the Environmental
Health of Vulnerable Communities across North America
CEC’s Air Quality and Pollutant Releases Program
JPAC Workshop, Mérida, México
December 13-14, 2012
2. Capacity Building to Improve the Environmental
Health of Vulnerable Communities in North America
Objective:
Assist Communities in the identification of potential health risks posed by
environmental contamination, and actions to mitigate them
Approach:
Development of Framework document for building capacity among communities
throughout North America (focus on vulnerable populations such as children and
indigenous communities)
Tri-national collaboration with stakeholders, building on existing tools and resources
(e.g., Community Action for Renewed Environment Resource Guide, CEC’s Taking
Stock Online, SMOC monitoring initiatives, AirNow, etc.)
3. Capacity Building to Improve the Environmental Health
of Vulnerable Communities in North America
Annual Environmental Burden of Disease (selected health outcomes)
Chronic Cardiovascular In-utero exposure
Country
Obstructive Asthma diseases Cancer and congenital
Pulmonary affliction
Disease (COPD)
1700 infants deaths4
714,000 affected1 1.3 million affected1 850,000 affected3 25,000 low birth weight
2.7 million affected1
9773 deaths 72,743 deaths 68,322 deaths 1900 stillbirths
Canada 288 deaths
256,461 hospitalizations 447,218 hospitalizations 215,493 hospitalizations 6400-9600 serious
EAF: 26-53%2
EAF*: 10-30%2 EAF: 7-23%2 EAF: 5-15%4 (12-29%2) congenital anomalies
EAF: 2-10%2
5-10 million affected5
Mexico 15.5 million affected2 8946 deaths5
17,000 deaths 86,554 deaths6
92,679 deaths 183,095 low birth weight
128,960 hospitalizations 296,877 hospitalizations5
249,239 hospitalizations 65,584 hospitalizations
EAF (COPD): 37-47%2 EAF:12-29%2
EAF:7-23%2 EAF: 3-25%2
EAF (Asthma): 26-53%2
COPD: 5-10% of population7
Asthma: 26 million (7 million children)7,8
3447 deaths 19.4 million adults
United 81 million affected7 affected9,10,11 9883 deaths (5.319 < 1yo)
456,000 hospitalizations 599,413 deaths 336,747 low birth weight
States EAF: 10-35%9 567,628 deaths
4 million hospitalizations 1.3 million hospitalizations 25,894 stillbirths12
EAF: 7-23%2 EAF : 2-10%2
EAF: 2-10%9 (12-29%2)
*EAF: Environmentally Attributable Factor
4. Capacity Building to Improve the Environmental Health of
Vulnerable Communities in North America
Framework to Improve the Environmental Health in North America
Levels
Context Time;
Demographic; Individual, Home, Community
Economic; National, North America,
Social factors, International
etc.
Health Outcomes
Environment Physical Health
Natural & Built; status;
Climate variability; Psychological
Social environment, etc. factors;
Lifestyle, etc.
Intervention / Actions
Products/Tools
Integrated Risk/Health Assessment
5. Framework to Improve the Environmental Health of
Vulnerable Communities in North America
Sustainable
Products
Capacity Outcomes
Products/Tools
Factors
Adaptive
Exposure Susceptibility Others
Capacity
Pillars
Health Improvement Justice Community Participation
Evidence Based Trans-disciplinary
Sustainable Capacity Building
6. Framework to Improve the Environmental Health of Vulnerable
Where do I live? Communities in North America
Location
Traffic Age
Neighborhood
Housing, etc
Sex
Where do I work?
Industry
Lead batteries recycling What do I eat?
Home
Source
Diet
Food Security
Race/ethnicity
Health
Status
Access to health care
Traditional Medicine
Access to
information
Cultural practices
7. Framework: Communications Approaches and Strategies
TV show Fall 2006 – Law and Order: Special Victims Unit
Episode: Loophole
Audience 13.4 million U.S. viewers
Topic: Residential use of pesticides and children vulnerability.
BodyLove:
Radio soap-opera
Reduce environmental health disparities among African Americans
Source: Kennedy M.G. et al. 2011. Effects of a television drama about Environmental Exposure to Toxic Substances Public Health Reports 126:150-159.
Chen N. et al. 2009. BodyLove: The Impact of Targeted Radio Educational Entertainment on Health Knowledge, Attitudes and Behavior among African-
Americans. Cases in Public Health Communication & Marketing 3:92-113
8. Framework: Communications Approaches and Strategies
Creating Healthy Environments for Kids
Low cost tips for reducing children’s exposures to chemicals at home:
Tools: video, brochure and individuals cards (in English, French, Spanish,
Tagalog, Punjabi, Chinese and Arabic)
Source: Canadian Partnership for Children’s health &environment
(www.healthyenvironmentforkids.ca)
9. Framework: Communications Approaches and Strategies
Huicholes y Plaguicidas: video (12 Mexican native languages, English,
Spanish, French and German), Radio and written reports.
“Right to be informed,
prevention, alternatives,
training and technical assistance”
Source: Huicholes y Plaguicidas
(www.hypinfo.org)
10. Framework: Communications Approaches and Strategies
Traditional Knowledge
"We don't just look after our relatives
who have two legs.
We also want to look after our relatives
who have feathers and fins. And who
have roots," member of the Tsleil-
Waututh nation.
Source: Vancouver Sun. September 22, 2012
11. Framework: Communications Approaches and
Strategies – Tool Developers part of the Community
Contaminants are accumulated and
Biomagnified in the web food:
Pregnant women and women of childbearing age:
Limit consumption of marine mammals
Choose country food
It can lead to: Substantial stress (psychological and social) within and
among families (e.g. disagreements, fragmentation)
It is not just about food, it is a traditional way of life
Source: Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK)
12. Framework: Communications Approaches and Strategies
The information provided in the framework document
is to be used to produce adapted tools for targeted
individuals or communities.
“ Knowing is Not Enough; we must Apply.
Willing is Not Enough; we must Do. ”
J.W. von Goethe
18. CEC Air Quality and Pollutant Releases
For more information
Orlando Cabrera Rivera
Program Manager,
Air Quality/PRTR
Telephone: (514) 350-4300
Fax: (514) 350-4314
Email: ocabrera@cec.org
www.cec.org/takingstock
Three countries. One environment.
Editor's Notes
In light of the substantial evidence linking environmental hazards to potential adverse health effects, various organizations are attempting to estimate the environmental burden of disease (EBD – the morbidity and mortality caused by exposure to preventable environmental hazards. It is an important endeavour because it highlights the magnitude of environmental harm and may identify specific risk factors that affect public health.In this table in particular you can observe the estimation of EBD across North America. The health outcomes selected – respiratory and diseases, cancer, and congenital affliction were selected because of the strength of evidence for environmental aetiology, availability of data. As well, respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, and cancer are among the most important causes of morbidity and mortality throughout North America.For example, in the United States the burden of asthma is enormous – nearly 26 million Americans (one in 12 persons) are affected by this chronic respiratory disease, including 7 million children. A panel of experts in environmental and pulmonary medicine estimated the EAF (environmental attributable factor) between 10% and 35% of cases are only related to outdoor and non-biologic pollutants (such as vehicle exhaust and emissions from stationary sources). [The only in this case is attributed to the fact that the range didn’t include indoor air pollutants, infections, and/or climatic conditions. If these factors were to be included practitioners estimated that the asthma incidence could be doubled.] The information presented in this table is of outstanding importance and can be used to: direct research; inform public education efforts; empower communities, assist physician in providing advice to patients; guide health and environmental policy making; and evaluate the effectiveness of policies, programs, and other interventions.
The Diagram describes the underpinning foundations on which the Framework to Improve the Environmental Health in North America would be based upon. It recognizes the social, cultural, and socioeconomic dimensions of human health, and intent to address health as a state of complete physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social well-being. An interdisciplinary approach embracing three key components: the environment, health outcomes, and the Socio-economic and cultural context where crucial interventions are to be focused on. Considering these components as a whole in order to enhance public health, will aid to identify interconnected indicators to assess vulnerability characteristics of communities exposed to environmental contamination while concomitantly contemplating the multifaceted levels of complexity (such as time, individual versus home and community level, national and NA considerations as well as international components – notably to the mobilization dynamics of pollutants in the ocean and the atmosphere). I would like to draw your attention to one example of how climate change and variability emerge as an important indicator of vulnerability and how it can potentially impact on communities and particularly to those individuals exposed to pesticides. Heat waves, the human body responds to heat stress by activating three key systems to dissipate heat excess (cardiovascular, respiratory, and sweating). Changes in the blood flow combined with increased sweating are an effective mechanism to dissipate excess body heat. But the combination of increased moisture (caused by sweating), warm temperatures on bare skin, and augmented skin blood flow also provides an ideal environment to accelerate the transcutaneous absorption of many types of pesticides. Likewise, the increased demand for heat production in a cold environment results in an elevation in respiratory rate, thus increasing the intake of airborne toxicants.
(it was the 23rd most watched network show in Feb 2007).An investigation into a potential child pornography case actually uncovers a chemical company testing possibly toxic products on a group of building tenants.It dramatized health effects of toxic chemical exposure on children.
Interfaith collaboration: members of the Tsleil-Waututh nation, Anglican priest and Baha'i and Buddhist representatives.Aboriginal spirituality: Add the secular environmental health movement the conviction that the things of nature should be loved as relatives.
(Culturally Important Marine Subsistence Diet)Contaminants are accumulated and biomagnified in the web food:Pregnant women and women of childbearing age:Limit consumption of marine mammals Narwhal, Walrus, BelugaChoose country food: Caribou, Char, MuskoxChoose between sacred traditions and cultural practices and protecting the health and safety of childrenIt can lead to: Substantial stress (psychological and social) within and among families (e.g. disagreements, fragmentation)Give thanks to our food, Elders and Ancestors daily” Inuit saying