The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment developed a strategic plan for 2011-2015 after gathering input from internal departments and external stakeholders. The plan aims to align priorities and resources to improve public health and environmental quality. It identifies 5 strategic priorities: creating a more efficient department, strengthening integrated public health, developing workforce competency, promoting programmatic excellence, and improving "winnable battles." The plan outlines objectives, strategies, and performance measures to guide implementation over the 5 years.
The Affordable Care Act is a comprehensive health reform law that was passed in 2010. It expands access to health insurance coverage through Medicaid expansion, health insurance exchanges, and prohibiting denial of coverage for pre-existing conditions. It also enhances Medicare benefits, provides consumer protections, and focuses on prevention, wellness, and public health. The law aims to increase the number of Americans with health insurance and decrease the cost of health care.
Dr. Victoria Van Hyning gave a talk about using crowdsourcing and citizen science through the Zooniverse platform. She discussed the origins and growth of Zooniverse, with over 1.29 million users. She outlined principles for effective project design, including making real contributions clear and balancing usability with data collection. Examples of transcription projects were provided, such as helping transcribe ancient Greek texts and historical ship logs. The goals of an upcoming project with the Tate Britain museum were also described.
The document summarizes the findings of dendrochronological analysis of timber used in fortification structures along Gammel Strand in Copenhagen across different time periods. It identifies the tree species used, including oak, pine and spruce, and traces the geographic origin of the timber, such as Sweden, Poland/Germany, and Norway. The analysis provides insights into the import of timber through time for Copenhagen's fortifications and the use of local versus exotic wood sources.
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment developed a strategic plan for 2011-2015 after gathering input from internal departments and external stakeholders. The plan aims to align priorities and resources to improve public health and environmental quality. It identifies 5 strategic priorities: creating a more efficient department, strengthening integrated public health, developing workforce competency, promoting programmatic excellence, and improving "winnable battles." The plan outlines objectives, strategies, and performance measures to guide implementation over the 5 years.
The Affordable Care Act is a comprehensive health reform law that was passed in 2010. It expands access to health insurance coverage through Medicaid expansion, health insurance exchanges, and prohibiting denial of coverage for pre-existing conditions. It also enhances Medicare benefits, provides consumer protections, and focuses on prevention, wellness, and public health. The law aims to increase the number of Americans with health insurance and decrease the cost of health care.
Dr. Victoria Van Hyning gave a talk about using crowdsourcing and citizen science through the Zooniverse platform. She discussed the origins and growth of Zooniverse, with over 1.29 million users. She outlined principles for effective project design, including making real contributions clear and balancing usability with data collection. Examples of transcription projects were provided, such as helping transcribe ancient Greek texts and historical ship logs. The goals of an upcoming project with the Tate Britain museum were also described.
The document summarizes the findings of dendrochronological analysis of timber used in fortification structures along Gammel Strand in Copenhagen across different time periods. It identifies the tree species used, including oak, pine and spruce, and traces the geographic origin of the timber, such as Sweden, Poland/Germany, and Norway. The analysis provides insights into the import of timber through time for Copenhagen's fortifications and the use of local versus exotic wood sources.
This document discusses the benefits of collaborations between museums and schools for learning. It provides background on the shifting ecology of learning and increased focus on relevance, accessibility, and co-creation in museums. Collaborations can support students' cognitive development and skills while helping museums reach new audiences and reflect on societal issues. The outcomes described are improved student knowledge, self-esteem, and school presence as well as benefits to teachers, schools, and society overall through alternative learning platforms and experiences that complement classroom curriculum. The document concludes with recommendations for successful collaborations, including securing administrative support, focusing on processes and outcomes, involving teachers, and leveraging the unique aspects of museums as learning environments.
Este documento proporciona consejos sobre las tres fases de una entrevista de trabajo: antes, durante y después. Antes de la entrevista, se recomienda investigar sobre la empresa y prepararse vistiéndose de manera apropiada y discreta. Durante la entrevista, se debe saludar de manera firme, escuchar activamente, mantener el contacto visual y responder con seguridad, entre otras cosas. Después de la entrevista, se aconseja evaluar el propio desempeño para identificar áreas de mejora.
This document discusses imacat's work with OpenOffice, including presentations given at various conferences demonstrating the capabilities of the OpenOffice UNO API. It notes that while MS Office lacks a networked API, it is still possible to create mobile web applications with VBA and COM. The key difference between OpenOffice and MS Office from a developer perspective is that OpenOffice is a single program with integrated applications, while MS Office comprises separate programs for Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc, making cross-application macros and objects easier in OpenOffice.
The PSD Supervisors' Meeting discussed several topics:
1. Strategic partners supporting obesity prevention efforts including LiveWell Colorado and the Colorado Health Foundation.
2. Funders for obesity work including the CDC and Colorado Health Foundation.
3. Elevating obesity as a priority in the Division Plan, through A35 funding, and in the State Chronic Disease Plan.
4. Presenting data and surveillance reports on obesity trends.
The document summarizes the Colorado Health Promotion Survey conducted in fall 2010 among Colorado high school students. The survey was administered to over 4,000 students across 22 high schools to collect baseline data on health behaviors and outcomes. It aimed to measure changes in health knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors over time from CDPHE-funded health programs. The survey covered topics like demographics, health, physical activity, nutrition, and tobacco use. It was not a representative sample but was intended to support health program planning and evaluation across the state.
This document discusses the spiritual and cosmological roots of biodynamic agriculture according to Rudolf Steiner. It describes how biodynamic farmers view the farm as a living organism and take into account cosmic forces and spiritual beings. The key principles of biodynamic agriculture include using special preparations to harmonize farm relations with the earth, viewing the farm as a unified organism, and considering the farm's individuality and diversity. Farmers develop a connection with nature and care for the land as both an economic and cultural activity.
This slide presentation provides an overview of biometric and authentication technology and the overall issues, benefits and impact of these type of solutions.
This document discusses the benefits of collaborations between museums and schools for learning. It provides background on the shifting ecology of learning and increased focus on relevance, accessibility, and co-creation in museums. Collaborations can support students' cognitive development and skills while helping museums reach new audiences and reflect on societal issues. The outcomes described are improved student knowledge, self-esteem, and school presence as well as benefits to teachers, schools, and society overall through alternative learning platforms and experiences that complement classroom curriculum. The document concludes with recommendations for successful collaborations, including securing administrative support, focusing on processes and outcomes, involving teachers, and leveraging the unique aspects of museums as learning environments.
Este documento proporciona consejos sobre las tres fases de una entrevista de trabajo: antes, durante y después. Antes de la entrevista, se recomienda investigar sobre la empresa y prepararse vistiéndose de manera apropiada y discreta. Durante la entrevista, se debe saludar de manera firme, escuchar activamente, mantener el contacto visual y responder con seguridad, entre otras cosas. Después de la entrevista, se aconseja evaluar el propio desempeño para identificar áreas de mejora.
This document discusses imacat's work with OpenOffice, including presentations given at various conferences demonstrating the capabilities of the OpenOffice UNO API. It notes that while MS Office lacks a networked API, it is still possible to create mobile web applications with VBA and COM. The key difference between OpenOffice and MS Office from a developer perspective is that OpenOffice is a single program with integrated applications, while MS Office comprises separate programs for Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc, making cross-application macros and objects easier in OpenOffice.
The PSD Supervisors' Meeting discussed several topics:
1. Strategic partners supporting obesity prevention efforts including LiveWell Colorado and the Colorado Health Foundation.
2. Funders for obesity work including the CDC and Colorado Health Foundation.
3. Elevating obesity as a priority in the Division Plan, through A35 funding, and in the State Chronic Disease Plan.
4. Presenting data and surveillance reports on obesity trends.
The document summarizes the Colorado Health Promotion Survey conducted in fall 2010 among Colorado high school students. The survey was administered to over 4,000 students across 22 high schools to collect baseline data on health behaviors and outcomes. It aimed to measure changes in health knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors over time from CDPHE-funded health programs. The survey covered topics like demographics, health, physical activity, nutrition, and tobacco use. It was not a representative sample but was intended to support health program planning and evaluation across the state.
This document discusses the spiritual and cosmological roots of biodynamic agriculture according to Rudolf Steiner. It describes how biodynamic farmers view the farm as a living organism and take into account cosmic forces and spiritual beings. The key principles of biodynamic agriculture include using special preparations to harmonize farm relations with the earth, viewing the farm as a unified organism, and considering the farm's individuality and diversity. Farmers develop a connection with nature and care for the land as both an economic and cultural activity.
This slide presentation provides an overview of biometric and authentication technology and the overall issues, benefits and impact of these type of solutions.
This document discusses the degradation of plastics over time. It examines research on the breakdown of various plastic materials, such as polyethylene bottles and polystyrene cups, when exposed to different environmental conditions like weather, sediment, and heat over periods of 2 years. The research found that plastic type and environment significantly impact degradation rates, with thermal aging causing faster breakdown than weather or water exposure. Most plastics showed chemical changes within 24 months, with polyurethane breaking down most quickly. Cigarette butts were also examined and found to degrade into paper and acetic acid. Understanding plastic degradation can help address the global pollution problem.
This document discusses sustainable transport and packaging materials for artworks. It summarizes the risks involved in transporting cultural heritage like vibration, climate changes, theft and accidents. It outlines preventative measures like planning, confidentiality, gloves, experienced handlers, adequate packaging, labeling, fastening, couriers, supervision and equipment to control temperature and humidity. It also notes the dilemma between requirements for transporting art versus sustainable solutions. Different transport methods like trucks, planes, ships and trains are discussed in terms of sustainability. Finally, it provides examples of sustainable packaging and transport approaches like reusable crates, flexible packaging systems and virtual couriering.
1. The document provides guidance on practicing integrated pest management (IPM) in a calm and reasonable manner. It advises focusing IPM efforts on key areas like sanitation, exclusion of pests, and monitoring, rather than trying to inspect and treat everything.
2. Effective monitoring of pest populations involves using traps, record keeping, and identifying problem areas. Traps should be placed strategically and checked regularly.
3. Proper inspection is the foundation of any IPM program. Inspections should be routine and involve looking for pests, signs of pests, and conditions that could attract pests. Focus inspection on vulnerable areas and artifacts.
