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The Gut Microbiome In Chronic Diseases, Emily Mcdonald, Katlyn Bombei, Madelyn Weber
The Gut Microbiome In Chronic Diseases, Emily Mcdonald, Katlyn Bombei, Madelyn Weber
Celebration of Research
Cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and various mental health conditions have been shown to be associated with gut microbiota alterations that may contribute to the development and pathogenesis of those diseases. Cardiovascular disease, inflammatory bowel disease and diabetes have been associated with a lack of butyrate- producing bacteria which are responsible for lowering blood pressure, limiting atherosclerosis, abdominal pain, and lowering insulin resistance. Medications for individuals with schizophrenia may decrease bacteria with anti-inflammatory properties. Potential research avenues may be directed at investigating the di@erences between gut microbiomes between men and women to cultivate unique and targeted treatment and prevention …
Virtual Reality Goggles For Pediatric Patients, Madison Klatt, Devyn Kemble, Hannah Blanchard
Virtual Reality Goggles For Pediatric Patients, Madison Klatt, Devyn Kemble, Hannah Blanchard
Celebration of Research
We were presented with the research question of if virtual reality goggles in pediatric settings were effective. Our data was gathered from scholarly research articles pertaining to virtual reality use in pediatric patients experiencing pain, fear, and anxiety. The settings that virtual reality was used in varied from venipuncture, scans, sickle cell crisis, wound care, dressing changes, and blood draws. The quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods studies that we looked at showed decreased pain, fear, and anxiety. They also found that virtual reality was a beneficial distraction technique. The results support the use of virtual reality goggles in pediatric settings, …
Literature Review Of Rural Water Fluoridation Cessation, Amanda Klyn, Vaughn Moser, Blake Miller, Samantha Benson
Literature Review Of Rural Water Fluoridation Cessation, Amanda Klyn, Vaughn Moser, Blake Miller, Samantha Benson
Celebration of Research
A literature review was performed between September 2018 and November 2018 to determine the effects of community water fluoridation cessation in rural communities, namely in Ida Grove, Iowa. Eleven articles were selected using inclusion and exclusion parameters, analyzed by the researchers, and summarized. Results of the literature review highlighted the benefits of fluoridation, which outweighed the possible risks. A plan of action was set out by the researchers to best promote optimal fluoridation in rural communities.