The document discusses continuing public education strategies for informing the Caribbean region about the Zika virus. It outlines the evolving concept of continuing education from post-formal education to lifelong learning. It also describes the University of the West Indies' (UWI) mandate to support development through education, research, and outreach across the Caribbean. Key strategies proposed for a public education campaign include qualitative research to understand beliefs and practices, customizing information for different groups, and building partnerships between UWI and other organizations. The education process must consider factors like increasing internet and mobile access across the Caribbean and translate scientific information clearly and accessibly.
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This presentation provides an overview of communities of practices in healthcare and opportunities to apply them globally using emerging technologies. A community of practice (CoP) is a group of people from a common profession that share knowledge and experiences with each other so that they can grow personally and professionally. CoP often share with each other educational materials and best practices, meet online with peers to discuss the implementation of best practices, and meet regularly with colleagues for consultation and mentoring, and support. Communities of practices can become one of the most important sources of support for professionals and current knowledge. Communities of practice can also help to advance the profession by refining the implementation of best practices to new situations and environments. Communities of practice have expanded significantly in the last decade using online technologies that allow groups to communicate worldwide. This presentation will provide examples of implemented communities of practices, the barriers and facilitators, and opportunities for application using online and mobile technologies.
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Members of the Council of The UWI), along with guests met on Friday April 29 at The UWI St. Augustine Campus for what is considered the Council’s annual business meeting.
At the meeting, Professor Sir Hilary Beckles presented the Vice-Chancellor’s Report to the Council on the major advancements across The UWI's four campuses during the last academic year and articulated his “Triple A Vision” for rekindling the activist university.
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Lions Clubs International hosted a Reading and Literacy Summit on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at Lions Clubs International Headquarters to discuss the role of civil society in advancing global literacy and inclusive education.
The event brought together 25 to 30 organizations — representing a cross section of intergovernmental organizations, development agencies, non-profit organizations and for-profit companies, to engage in discussions related to capacity building within the education sector, promotion of early reading, considerations for people with disabilities, and the use of innovative, low-cost technologies.
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To encourage an actionable understanding of what equity, diversity and inclusion means in digital spaces, McGill’s Equity Office collaborated with the unified Web Services team (Communications and External Relations partnered with IT Services) to produce resources and training for our 1400+ site managers and editors. Come learn about our process and outcomes and get tips to:
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Title: Sense of Smell
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 primary categories of smells and the concept of odor blindness.
Explain the structure and location of the olfactory membrane and mucosa, including the types and roles of cells involved in olfaction.
Describe the pathway and mechanisms of olfactory signal transmission from the olfactory receptors to the brain.
Illustrate the biochemical cascade triggered by odorant binding to olfactory receptors, including the role of G-proteins and second messengers in generating an action potential.
Identify different types of olfactory disorders such as anosmia, hyposmia, hyperosmia, and dysosmia, including their potential causes.
Key Topics:
Olfactory Genes:
3% of the human genome accounts for olfactory genes.
400 genes for odorant receptors.
Olfactory Membrane:
Located in the superior part of the nasal cavity.
Medially: Folds downward along the superior septum.
Laterally: Folds over the superior turbinate and upper surface of the middle turbinate.
Total surface area: 5-10 square centimeters.
Olfactory Mucosa:
Olfactory Cells: Bipolar nerve cells derived from the CNS (100 million), with 4-25 olfactory cilia per cell.
Sustentacular Cells: Produce mucus and maintain ionic and molecular environment.
Basal Cells: Replace worn-out olfactory cells with an average lifespan of 1-2 months.
Bowman’s Gland: Secretes mucus.
Stimulation of Olfactory Cells:
Odorant dissolves in mucus and attaches to receptors on olfactory cilia.
Involves a cascade effect through G-proteins and second messengers, leading to depolarization and action potential generation in the olfactory nerve.
Quality of a Good Odorant:
Small (3-20 Carbon atoms), volatile, water-soluble, and lipid-soluble.
Facilitated by odorant-binding proteins in mucus.
Membrane Potential and Action Potential:
Resting membrane potential: -55mV.
Action potential frequency in the olfactory nerve increases with odorant strength.
Adaptation Towards the Sense of Smell:
Rapid adaptation within the first second, with further slow adaptation.
Psychological adaptation greater than receptor adaptation, involving feedback inhibition from the central nervous system.
Primary Sensations of Smell:
Camphoraceous, Musky, Floral, Pepperminty, Ethereal, Pungent, Putrid.
Odor Detection Threshold:
Examples: Hydrogen sulfide (0.0005 ppm), Methyl-mercaptan (0.002 ppm).
Some toxic substances are odorless at lethal concentrations.
Characteristics of Smell:
Odor blindness for single substances due to lack of appropriate receptor protein.
Behavioral and emotional influences of smell.
Transmission of Olfactory Signals:
From olfactory cells to glomeruli in the olfactory bulb, involving lateral inhibition.
Primitive, less old, and new olfactory systems with different path
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
Prix Galien International 2024 Forum ProgramLevi Shapiro
June 20, 2024, Prix Galien International and Jerusalem Ethics Forum in ROME. Detailed agenda including panels:
- ADVANCES IN CARDIOLOGY: A NEW PARADIGM IS COMING
- WOMEN’S HEALTH: FERTILITY PRESERVATION
- WHAT’S NEW IN THE TREATMENT OF INFECTIOUS,
ONCOLOGICAL AND INFLAMMATORY SKIN DISEASES?
- ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ETHICS
- GENE THERAPY
- BEYOND BORDERS: GLOBAL INITIATIVES FOR DEMOCRATIZING LIFE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGIES AND PROMOTING ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE
- ETHICAL CHALLENGES IN LIFE SCIENCES
- Prix Galien International Awards Ceremony
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
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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).
CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
- Video recording of this lecture in English language: https://youtu.be/lK81BzxMqdo
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Couples presenting to the infertility clinic- Do they really have infertility...Sujoy Dasgupta
Dr Sujoy Dasgupta presented the study on "Couples presenting to the infertility clinic- Do they really have infertility? – The unexplored stories of non-consummation" in the 13th Congress of the Asia Pacific Initiative on Reproduction (ASPIRE 2024) at Manila on 24 May, 2024.
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar leads (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
The prostate is an exocrine gland of the male mammalian reproductive system
It is a walnut-sized gland that forms part of the male reproductive system and is located in front of the rectum and just below the urinary bladder
Function is to store and secrete a clear, slightly alkaline fluid that constitutes 10-30% of the volume of the seminal fluid that along with the spermatozoa, constitutes semen
A healthy human prostate measures (4cm-vertical, by 3cm-horizontal, 2cm ant-post ).
It surrounds the urethra just below the urinary bladder. It has anterior, median, posterior and two lateral lobes
It’s work is regulated by androgens which are responsible for male sex characteristics
Generalised disease of the prostate due to hormonal derangement which leads to non malignant enlargement of the gland (increase in the number of epithelial cells and stromal tissue)to cause compression of the urethra leading to symptoms (LUTS
Zika in the Caribbean: Continuing Public Education
1. Continuing Public Education
Veronica Simon (PhD)
UWI Open Campus
One Environment, One Health: Informing the
Caribbean’s Response to Zika Symposium
March 4-5 2016
Hilton Hotel, Barbados
2. Evolving Concept of Continuing
Education
Traditional concept
• Post formal education
• Work skill development
• “Second chance” opportunity
New concept
• General public education
• Cradle to grave extra mural
• Globally oriented
• Focus on adaptive skills
• Personal growth
• Community development
4. The UWI Mandate
• "to advance education and create knowledge
through excellence in teaching, research,
innovation, public service, intellectual
leadership and outreach in order to support
the inclusive (social, economic, political,
cultural, environmental) development of the
Caribbean region and beyond“
5.
6. UWI Open Campus
Centres/Units
• Consortium for Social Development and
Research (CDSR)
• Caribbean Child Development Centre (CCDC)
• Hugh Lawson Shearer Trade Union Education
Institute (HLSTUEI),
• Social Welfare Training Centre (SWTC)
• Women and Development Unit (WAND)
7. UWI Open Campus
Country Sites
Anguilla
Antigua & Barbuda
The Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Bermuda (Virtual)
British Virgin Islands
Cayman Islands
Dominica
Grenada
Jamaica (12 sites)
Montserrat
St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Vincent & the
Grenadines
Trinidad & Tobago
(18 sites)
Turks & Caicos
8. Two Key UWI Open Campus
Strategic Options
• Promote and undertake research as a vehicle
for Caribbean Development especially within
the "non-residential campus countries"
• Build strategic networks regionally and
globally to support the university's mission
and vision and core values.
9. Task Force TOR # 6
To develop and implement a comprehensive
communications strategy for ensuring that
information about the virus and its effects are
shared broadly with the Caribbean public via
radio, television, newspapers, the web and
social media platforms.
11. Objectives of Task Force’s Public
education thrust
i. Providing factual information based on the
latest research and investigation
ii. Enhancing information management skills
iii. Identifying existing beliefs and practices
iv. Changing behaviours/habits/lifestyles &
facilitating positive instinctive patterns
v. Encourage individual responsibility and action
vi. Promote community action
12. Strategies to Realise
Objectives
• Qualitative Research
• Demystifying/debunking
• Gaining trust
• Embracing traditional wisdom (respect of
culture)
• Creating/building on strong partnerships
13. Importance of Qualitative
Research
“Research must help us discover the deep
seated factors, the root causes, the essential
and determining characteristics, so as to change
our world, our circumstance and condition”
(Jules, 2012)
14. Respect for Cultural
Practices/Beliefs
“…strive for balance and convergence between
science and tradition... In essence science
should seek to walk with humility alongside
Nature instead of trampling on it with impunity”.
(Jules 2012)
15. Building on key partnerships
Public Sector
+
State Agencies
Private Sector
Regional
Organizations
+
Other Tertiary
Institutions
UWI Centre
+
Sites
Research + Information Sharing
Information Dissemination,
Mobilization + Feedback
Civil Society
+
Community
Organizations
16. Customization of Strategies
• Establishing target group needs
• Harnessing range of techniques &
modalities
• Tailoring information
17. Health
Professionals
Awareness of latest research-based
information
Enhanced information
management/delivery skills
Demonstration of new
behaviours/habits
Awareness of individual
responsibility
Engagement in
community action
Identification of
existing beliefs &
practices
Individual /
Community
20. Public Education Strategies
Must Consider:
• Increasing Internet usage
• Availability of relatively cheap mobile phones
• Literacy levels and French Creole language
communities
• Distinctive social media tools and their
characteristics (audience, tone, lingo)
21. 0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Internet Users (per 100 persons) - Selected Caribbean Countries
(source: World Bank)
Antigua and Barbuda Bahamas, The Belize
Barbados Dominica Grenada
Guyana Haiti Jamaica
St. Kitts and Nevis St. Lucia Trinidad and Tobago
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Virgin Islands (U.S.)
22. 0
50
100
150
200
250
2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
MOBILE CELLULAR SUBSCRIPTIONS (PER 100 PEOPLE) -
SELECTED CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES
(SOURCE: WORLD BANK)Antigua and Barbuda Bahamas, The
Belize Barbados
Dominica Grenada
Guyana Haiti
Jamaica St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Lucia Trinidad and Tobago
23. 0
20
40
60
80
100
120
Antigua and
Barbuda
Guyana Haiti Jamaica Trinidad and
Tobago
Literacy Rate (selected Caribbean Countries)
Source: World Bank
Data not available for Dominica, The Bahamas, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, USVI, Belize, St. Lucia,
25. Major tasks ahead
• Translating scientific language into readily
accessible and easily understood information
• Identifying realities of the contextual
framework (historical, cultural and socio-
political) through qualitative research
• Developing consistent and insistent research-
based policy guidelines/recommendations
• Creating synergies for ongoing inter-partner
dialogue
26. The Task Force must not be
perceived as a grand
gesture, but an action force
“I come from a place
that likes grandeur; it
likes large gestures; it is
not inhibited by flourish;
it is a rhetorical society;
it is a society of physical
performance; it is a
society of style”. (Sir
Derek Walcott)
