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Is It Cool To Juul? A Case Of Vaping Induced Lung Injury, Natasha Palmer, Jacqueline Storer, Yaasen Bhutta, Luis A. Murillo
Is It Cool To Juul? A Case Of Vaping Induced Lung Injury, Natasha Palmer, Jacqueline Storer, Yaasen Bhutta, Luis A. Murillo
Reading Hospital Family Medicine Residency
“Vaping” is the inhalation of an aerosolized substance produced through heating a solution that typically contains nicotine, cannabis, or other substances. There are many products available commercially used as devices for vaping such as the electronic cigarette, vape, or “JUUL.” Vaping has become especially popular among teens and young adults likely due to marketing these devices as “safe” when compared to the traditional cigarette, and there are a wide variety of flavors.
Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Online Educational Modules And Interactive Workshops In Alleviating Symptoms Of Mild To Moderate Depression: A Pilot Trial, Luis A. Murillo, Emily Follo, Julienne Balestrier, April Smith, Deborah L. Bevvino
Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Online Educational Modules And Interactive Workshops In Alleviating Symptoms Of Mild To Moderate Depression: A Pilot Trial, Luis A. Murillo, Emily Follo, Julienne Balestrier, April Smith, Deborah L. Bevvino
Reading Hospital Family Medicine Residency
Introduction: Depression is a common health concern in primary care with barriers to treatment well documented in the literature. Innovative online psychoeducational approaches to address barriers to care have been well received and can be cost effective. This pilot trial evaluated the effectiveness of an online psychoeducation curriculum intended to alleviate symptoms of depression while utilizing minimal staff resources. Methods: A small (n=29) randomized control pilot study was conducted. Online psychoeducational content was delivered in 5 to 10-minute videos over 8weeks. Participants engaged in moderated discussions on workshop topics. The Patient Health Care Questionnaire (PHQ-9) was used to measure pre/ …