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'Global Health Issues and Challenges', 2006.
A review of Nancy Dickenson Hazard 2004 article about conditions that affect nursing, "Global Health Issues and Challenges".
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, AU$ 57.95
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This paper discusses and reviews Nancy Dickenson Hazard 2004 article, "Global Health Issues and Challenges" which presents an overview of a number of Arista conferences held in various world regions. Participants identified global issues and conditions which affect nursing. They also focused on strategic actions for the nursing profession and on recommendations for actions aimed at creating healthy communities. The paper explains that Hazard's article was presented as an executive summary and synthesis of the reports made from the various Arista conferences.
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Health Issues of d Lesbians, 2003.
A discussion on health issues for lesbians and specifically lesbians between the ages of 35-55.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 40.95
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This paper discusses physical and mental health issues for middle-aged lesbians, specifically women between the ages of 35-55. It discusses health risks for lesbians in general, and then for middle aged lesbians. It also examines the impact of homophobia on provision of health care services.
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"According to the Institute of Medicine IOM identifying the physical and mental health issues of lesbians in general and middle aged lesbians in particular is important because while lesbians clearly share many of the ..."
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Public Health Issues, 2004.
An analysis of public health issues through an examination of empirical research.
3,120 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 117.95
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This paper explains how to design empirical research and evaluates the research of others. The paper discusses the philosophy of social sciences and several other theoretical approaches in public health. The main details of public health research design are explored, giving the strengths and weakness of various designs.
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"Indeed, one may design empirical research in a bioethical milieu, for example, which delves into the diagnosis of a life-threatening illness, the empirical results of which "informs deliberations about the extent to which it is morally important..." for researchers to share "comprehensive information" to patients in various cultural contexts. Moreover, that specific empirical research, Sugarman continues, "can help to describe cultural beliefs about the appropriateness of providing health-related information (such as that data in the above-mentioned "life-threatening" malady). Further, empirical research can be designed - and later evaluated - with an eye towards a theoretical approach to defining contemporary attitudes which are tied to hot-button health issues such as abortion, cloning, doctor-assisted suicide and stem-cell research."
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Female Mental Health Issues in Toronto, 2002.
An overview of mental health issues among refugee women in Toronto.
5,150 words (approx. 20.6 pages), 38 sources, AU$ 243.95
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This paper asserts that mental health services for refugee and other immigrant women in Toronto, at the present time, are in need of improvement. A strong thread of my research has been trying to understand what might improve psychiatric care to better serve refugee women and also, distinct groups of refugee women within an extremely varied population.
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Mental Health Issues, 2002.
This is a research paper outlining the current issues in mental health, like the stigma that those afflicted will face. The paper looks at who was more likely to stigmatize based on age, sex and experience with mental health.
2,116 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 86.95
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This study examines who is more likely to stigmatize the mentally ill according to their experiences. Specifically, the study examines the level of knowledge each participant has about mental health issues and their viewpoints on the mentally ill, and whether it is related to gender.
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"Stigma, has "traditionally been defined as a sign or mark that designates the bearer defective, and therefore as meriting less valued treatment than normal people" (Heatherton 2000:88). This view of an individual is apparent in all societies. The actual experience of stigma is common. Virtually everyone has experienced some form of stigmatization. Whether it is our personality, our dress, or our economic status. However it has been the mentally ill and former mentally ill individuals who "have traditionally been degraded and rejected; they have experienced prejudice similar to that experienced by racial and ethnic minorities" (Heatherton 2000:103). It is a fault in society to assume that everyone stigmatizes in the same way. It is the way we socialize our children that anyone different is less of a person. The mass media constantly characterizes the mentally ill as "sick", "dangerous", "worthless", "unpredictable" (Heatherton 2000:103). Literature found on mental illness usually states that stigma for the mentally ill is common to all society, but a closer look shows that it fails to differentiate between its origins. Specifically that everyone looks at the mentally ill the same way: that they are negative and violent."
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Public Health Issues in Urban Areas, 2004.
An examination of the public health care system in urban areas and measures that can be taken to improve it.
1,991 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 17 sources, APA, AU$ 82.95
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This paper addresses the issues and problems related to public health that tend to be exclusively found in urban areas and how several cities have implemented programs to address the health care needs of affected residents. It looks at how, since urban areas tend to have more people with lower incomes, the unique problems of public health that exist include a higher percentage of people without health insurance, lead paint and asbestos in homes, AIDS and HIV, tuberculosis, and mental health issues. Furthermore, this paper discusses how different cities, with the help of the states and federal government, implement programs that will improve their public health system. These government-funded programs are often the only access these people have to health care.
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"There are numerous programs in Jersey City that are offered to assist people with mental health related problems. The most common services associated with mental health include, the Jersey City rape crisis center, bereavement groups, support groups for new parents and child abuse and domestic violence prevention services. These programs and services are offered by the Jersey Medical Center hospital and are available to people who need them. The goal of these mental health services is to help these people overcome the problems they are facing and to prevent these issues from getting worse by addressing it early on. The primary sources of funding for these programs are grants from the State of New Jersey and Federal government."
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Malaria: A Public Health Issue, 2009.
An exploration of malaria as a public health issue in countries where this disease is prevalent.
2,595 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 11 sources, APA, AU$ 101.95
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The paper discusses the problem of malaria in countries where the disease is prevalent by examining the affected populations, the barriers to treating this health issue, and the resources and programs available for dealing with malaria. The paper discusses how to strengthen the role of the international community for this cause and identifies four components necessary for successful malaria prevention and treatment. Finally, the paper explores what the future holds regarding the treatment of malaria.
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Objective
Introduction
Population Affected By Malaria
History of Malaria
Contemporary Controls
Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV)
Points of Entry and Departure
Barriers and Misconceptions
Requirements To Strengthen International Community's Role
Malaria a Public and Health Issue
Vaccines for Malaria
Summary and Conclusion
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"Forty percent of the world's population is stated to be at risk of Malaria with ninety percent of deaths from malaria occurring in the country of Africa, south of the Sahara desert. (Harvard School of Public Health, 2001; paraphrased) Malaria is reported by the Harvard School of Public Health to have been "eradicated in many countries, including the US, in 1950s"(Harvard School of Public Health, 2001) However the malaria parasite has become extremely resistant to drug therapy. Furthermore, malaria not only causes terrible sickness but also has a potential to cripple "developing economies through the enormous cost in medical expenses and days of labor lost." (Harvard School of Public Health, 2001)"
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The Impact of Current Health Care Issues, 2002.
A discussion of the several challenges that are currently facing the health care industry.
703 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 33.95
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This paper examines how the health care industry is fraught with issues that will continue to impact policies on a federal, sate and local level throughout the coming years. It looks at some of the flaws in the current health care system in America and how legislation and policy reforms will need to be implemented in order to return health care to a "healthy" state. It identifies five issues that can be considered life-threatening topics that have a significant negative effect on the population and health care itself, HIV disclosure, managed care, resource allocation, generic drugs and prescription drug plans for seniors .
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"The costs of prescription drugs has risen nearly 20% annually (Washington Post, August 2002) for the past few years because of increased demand and consumer advertising. Not to mention the lobbying ability of the pharmaceutical companies. Generic drugs are generally about half the cost of their brand counterparts and it is estimated that this bill could result in health care savings of an estimated $60 billion over the next ten years. (Washington Post, August 2002)."
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Youth Health Issues in California, 2008.
A research proposal for work to be carried out on a health topic relating to youth obesity.
1,487 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 64.95
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The paper presents a research study on a health topic related to the health status of youth and describe why the topic is an important concern. The paper includes research-based practices related to the chosen issue, which for the purpose of this research report are issues relating to the "dietary patterns that causes disease of youth" and the "inadequate physical activity of youth." The paper relates that these two factors combined result in youth obesity.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Youth Obesity& Health-Related Factors
Collaborative initiatives in the State of California
Community and Neighborhood Programs
Collaborative Partnership with Homes, Communities and Schools
Best Practices Identified
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"The "Healthy People 2010: Proposed Objective 8.5" states as follows:" CDC has identified six categories of behaviors that are responsible for more than 70 percent of the mortality and morbidity among young people and thus should be the primary focus of health education and health promotion activities conducted in post-secondary institutions: (1) Behaviors that cause unintentional and intentional injuries; (2) Tobacco use; (3) Alcohol and other drug use; (4) Sexual behaviors that cause unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases; (5) Dietary patterns that cause disease; and (6) Inadequate physical activity (Health People 2010: Proposed Objective 8.5, 1998) These behaviors are usually established during youth, persist into adulthood, are interrelated, and contribute simultaneously to poor health, education, and social outcomes." (1998) The "Healthy People 2010: National Health Objectives for the United States" establishes that national health objectives is actually a very important strategy to improve and protect public health. The express purposes of the establishment of these health objectives includes those as follows: (1) To provide a baseline assessment of the population's health ; (2) To establish a tracking system for monitoring change in the population's health; (3) To facilitate evaluation of the impact of health improvement activities; (5) To increase the breadth and intensity of health improvement activities (through ambitious goal setting); (5) To improve the efficiency and effectiveness of health improvement activities by defining priority strategies to reach the goals that have been set; (6) To foster a unity of purpose, organizational participation and partnerships, and a spirit of cooperation (by defining goals and strategies through a consensus process); (7) To help build awareness of, and support for, health programs among policymakers and the public; and (8) To guide decisions on allocation of funding." (Healthy People 2010": national health objectives for the United States, 1998)"
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Health Issues, 2007.
This paper analyzes eight health care articles from "The Toronto Star".
950 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 43.95
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This paper examines health and disease-related issues as they are presented in eight articles in the "Toronto Star". The paper divides the articles into specific health categories depending upon the topic and explores what resolutions to health care problems the articles provide.
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"The first article up for discussion is Leslie Ferenc's October 12, 2006, article entitled, "Donors Make Dreams Come True." As the title implies, the story is about donations - albeit not about organ donations but about donations to Canada's Children's Wish Foundation. The article is very fulsome in its praise of the Foundation and touchingly recounts one young mother's experiences with it (R14). The socio-environmental approach to addressing health issues (as mentioned in our course readings) emphasizes the importance of health organizations and communities to maintaining public health, and surely there are few organizations which have given more to help improve the well-being of young palliative care patients (and especially their families) then the Children's Wish Foundation - and surely there are fewer ways by which a community can improve the mental health and well-being of its members than by giving to such an organization."
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Health Policy Issue Analysis, 2006.
A health policy issue analysis on evidence-based practice.
4,215 words (approx. 16.9 pages), 13 sources, MLA, AU$ 145.95
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This paper takes a look at evidence-based practice in the nursing world. This paper both presents and analyzes alternatives that could offer solutions to the gaps and barriers to effective health care that are seen in EBP. The paper discusses the mandating of curricula that stress the issue of EBP for accreditation of college and universities, concentrating on the improving of education within healthcare institutions, and doing nothing to change the present situation.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Problem Identification
Context of Issue
Social Factors
Economic Factors
Political and Legal Issues
Ethical Factors
Issue Statement
The Stakeholders Involved
Policy Goal and Objectives
Evaluation Criteria
Policy Alternatives
Comparison and Conclusion
Results Analysis
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"This issue is important mostly due to the stakeholders that are involved in it. These include not only the healthcare organizations and managed care organizations, but also the research community, nurses, and patients, as well as the legal systems and those that provide insurance for hospitals and their workers (Peterson, 2001). Because there are so many different stakeholders that are involved with the issue of EBP, the policy is shaped in many ways from different directions. Because of the lack of information regarding managed care organizations, the rights of patients, and other issues that involve EBP, finding out a great deal about it is somewhat difficult (Taft, 2001). However, an effort will be made to clarify as much as possible what rights the patient has under managed care, what nurses are doing about patient rights, and how EBP fits into the issue."
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Women and Domestic Violence: A Public Health Issue, 2003.
Looks at a variety of aspects and contributing factors associated with domestic violence towards women.
4,577 words (approx. 18.3 pages), 15 sources, APA, AU$ 153.95
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This paper studies the public health issue of domestic violence. Specifically, it discusses domestic violence committed against women. The physical, cultural, psychological, behavioral, and sociocultural aspects of domestic violence are covered. Additionally, statistics are provided that support the findings of the paper. Topics also discussed are the risks associated with domestic violence, health issues of victims of domestic violence, and what women can do to escape the violence. A discussion of care plans and intervention methods concludes the study.
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"Domestic violence has been recognized as a public health issue. Domestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence, is a concern because 1.5 million women are raped and/or physically assaulted by an intimate partner every year and domestic violence is the leading cause of injuries to women ages 15-44 (CDC, 2003). Healthy People 2010 guidelines contain a list of objectives for domestic violence. The major goal is to enhance detection and care for survivors of domestic violence."
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Community Health Issue, 2008.
A look at the high incidence of tuberculosis in Sacramento.
902 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 42.95
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This paper discusses community health issues, in particular how tuberculosis (TB) is affecting the health of local and global communities nationwide. It goes on to describe the situation in the Sacramento Valley where the incidence of TB for 2003 was higher than the statewide incidence of 8.9 per 100,000 people and provides an explanation and data to uphold this fact as well as details of how it is being dealt with.
Outline:
Community
Reason
Background Factors
Local Data
Community Health Efforts
Nursing Theory
Summary
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"The Sacramento Valley is located in the heart of Northern California. The Sacramento community has a large population with greater than 400,000 residents. Sacramento is diverse in culture and population. Not one predominate business or employment type for the community exists. The community has job opportunities ranging from farming and agriculture to high-tech fields of computer science and information technology. The residents of the Sacramento region range from fourth and fifth generation to recent immigrants from across the globe. With three community colleges and two major research universities in the community, the student population is large."
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Current Issues in Mental Health, 2005.
An examination of mental health issues from a social and cultural perspective.
3,861 words (approx. 15.4 pages), 21 sources, APA, AU$ 136.95
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This paper examines the biological vs. social and cultural perspectives of mental health, clearly emphasizing the social and cultural approach more so than the biological one, since current trends indicate that this is a key issue in the field of mental health today. The paper investigates mental illness primarily from the standpoint that mental illness may result from social and cultural factors more so than biological ones. However the paper also carefully provides a solid foundation for promoting both views and treatment approaches to mental illness in the attempt to better understand mental illness and its impact on society in general.
Current Issues in Mental Health: Examining Mental Illness From a Cultural
and Social Perspective
Introduction
Mental Illness as Biology?
Mental Illness from a Cultural Perspective
The Mind as Machine
The Use of Psychiatric Medications to Treat Illness
Duality of Disease
The Stigma of Mental Illness
Conclusions/Analysis
References
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"Wakefiled (1994) poses the question of whether or not the concept of a mental disorder might be culturally relative (Kirk & Einbinder, pp.11-17). He suggests that mental disorders may result more from cultural and social influences and factors than biological ones. His theory is based on the notion that people respond differently to different things based in part on their upbringing, surroundings and social environment. People also have the inherent capability of being conditioned to respond in a certain manner to certain things. What might be considered normal for one person in one culture may be considered aberrant behavior in another."
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Issues of Good Health, 2005.
This paper discusses issues of good health: Proper nutrition and exercise and the negative effects of smoking, alcohol and performance enhancing steroids.
2,345 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 94.95
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This paper relates that increasing complexity means that nutrition researchers today advocate a holistic approach; therefore, its is best to eat a wide variety of fresh, unprocessed and un-manufactured food. The author points out that people who are exposed to second-hand or side-stream smoke also are at risk for health issues because this smoke not only contains the same dangerous contaminants as the inhaled smoke but also the exhaled smoke particles are smaller and can reach distant sites in the lungs of involuntary or passive smoker, doing great harm. The paper stresses that alcohol abuse can affect nearly every organ system in the body, such as cirrhosis of the liver, aggravate existing condition, such as diabetes and harm every aspect of the person's life, including family conflict, arrests, job instability and psychological symptoms related to depression and anxiety.
Table of Contents
The Importance of Proper Nutrition
The Importance of Proper Exercise
Negative Side Effects of Smoking
Negative Side Effects of Alcohol
Negative Effects of Performance Enhancing Steroids
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"There are many common myths surrounding exercise, some of which have a basis in reality, while others are simply false. For example some believe that doing sit-ups is the best way to reduce belly fat, however, this is not true, sit-ups may improve the size and shape of core muscles and reduce the appearance of belly fat, however, the belly fat will often be the last fat removed from the body, because most of the energy derived from fat gets to the muscle through the bloodstream and reduces stored fat in the entire body. Another myth is that only overweight people or people in ill health need to consult a physician before beginning an exercise program. Even apparently healthy people may have unknown medical conditions, such as a heart murmur, that can cause severe injury or death."
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Ethical Issues in Managed Health Care, 2004.
A look at the background and structure of managed care in an effort to reveal the underlying ethical issues and come up with a solution to the problem.
3,334 words (approx. 13.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 123.95
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This paper examines how health care is a unique category of business in that every decision, whether it be clinical or economic, has an ethical component. It looks at how the ethical issues for "managed care" create four major categories of concern: professional, medical, business, and social. It also discusses how some of the most important areas for attention include the lack of professional code of ethics for physician executives, interference with the principles of informed consent and patient autonomy, violation of consumer rights, and social maleficence in obstruction to access and delivery.
Outline
Introduction
The Basics of Managed Health Care
Prioritizing Ethical Issues
Conclusion and Recommendations
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"Medical directors and administrators in managed health care organizations today face those kinds of decisions every day (Woodstock Theological Center, 1999). For doctor like Stanley to be able to make good ethical decisions, they must understand the ethical issue involved in managed health care. Many doctors initially feel that the problems lie with the managed health care organizations, as they have seen first-hand many of the "unethical" decisions that managed care organizations make. However, recently, it has become apparent that people who are assumed to have the same perspective, such as the doctors, do not always agree on what would be the right decision. Second, doctors have begun to understand the perspectives of those with whom they disagreed."
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