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Stocker And Backgrounding Self Assessment

Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance Program

Cattlemen in stocker operations have long recognized the need to properly care for livestock. Sound animal husbandry practices, based on decades of practical experience and research, are known to impact the well-being of stocker cattle, individual animal health and herd productivity. Stocker cattle operations are located in many diverse environments and geographic locations in the United States. A universal set of production practices can not be recommended for all stocker cattle producers in light of the divergent climate and geographic variations of the stocker and backgrounding segment. Personal experience, training and professional judgment can serve as a valuable resource for …

The National Bio- And Agro-Defense Facility: Issues For Congress, Dana A. Shea, Jim Monke, Frank Gottron

Congressional Research Service Reports

The agricultural and food infrastructure of the United States may be susceptible to terrorist attack using biological pathogens. In addition to the economic effects of such an attack, some animal pathogens could cause illness in humans. Diseases that can spread from animals to people are known as zoonotic diseases. Scientific and medical research on plant and animal diseases may lead to the discovery and development of new diagnostics and countermeasures, reducing the risk and effects of a successful terrorist attack.

To safeguard the United States against the introduction of non-native animal disease, Congress has appropriated funds to the U.S. Department …

Download Full Pdf Issue-Jefferson Translations, Vol. 4, No. 1, Winter 2009

Jefferson Translations

This issue includes the announcement of a prestigious $11.6M grant to study heart failure, a recap of the Center for Translational Medicine's 4th Annual Symposium, an update on hematology research in blood clots, a visit with Dr. Cheung the Nephrology Chief, faculty news, and the Leon Peris award winner.

Checkup, Lehigh Valley Health Network

Checkup

No abstract provided.

Progress Notes, Lehigh Valley Health Network

Progress Notes

No abstract provided.

2009 - 2010 Boise State University Graduate Catalog, Boise State University

University Catalogs

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Diagnosis Of Infections Caused By Pathogenic Free-Living Amoebae, Bruno Da Rocha-Azevedo, Herbert B. Tanowitz, Francine Marciano-Cabral

Microbiology and Immunology Publications

Naegleria fowleri, Acanthamoeba spp., Balamuthia mandrillaris, and Sappinia sp. are pathogenic free-living amoebae. N. fowleri causes Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis, a rapidly fatal disease of the central nervous system, whileAcanthamoeba spp. and B. mandrillaris cause chronic granulomatous encephalitis.Acanthamoeba spp. also can cause cutaneous lesions and Amoebic Keratitis, a sight-threatening infection of the cornea that is associated with contact lens use or corneal trauma. Sappinia pedata has been identified as the cause of a nonlethal case of amoebic encephalitis. In view of the potential health consequences due to infection with these amoebae, rapid diagnosis is critical for early treatment. Microscopic examination and …

Dendritic Cells Require A Systemic Type I Interferon Response To Mature And Induce Cd4+ Th1 Immunity With Poly Ic As Adjuvant, Maria` P. Longhi, Christine Trumpfheller, Juliana Idoyaga

Publications

Relative to several other toll-like receptor (TLR) agonists, we found polyinosinic:polycytidylic acid (poly IC) to be the most effective adjuvant for Th1 CD4⁺ T cell responses to a dendritic cell (DC)-targeted HIV gag protein vaccine in mice. To identify mechanisms for adjuvant action in the intact animal and the polyclonal T cell repertoire, we found poly IC to be the most effective inducer of type I interferon (IFN), which was produced by DEC-205⁺ DCs, monocytes, and stromal cells. Antibody blocking or deletion of type I IFN receptor showed that IFN was essential for DC maturation and development of …

Prevalence Of Intestinal Parasite Infection In Symptomatic And Asymptomatic Dogs In Southwestern West Virginia: The Potential Impact On Human Health, Tashina Marie Savilla

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

Most dog owners are unaware of asymptomatic infection and of the possibility of contracting zoonotic parasites from their dogs. We hypothesized that parasite infection is: associated with one or more symptoms; independent of gender and age; and independent of anthelmintic usage. Stool samples were collected from 231 dogs in Kanawha County, West Virginia, and were examined by simple fecal flotation. Parasitic prevalence was found to be 23% for Ancylostoma caninum, 8% for Trichuris vulpis, 7% for Toxocara canis, 4% for Isospora species, and 32.5% overall. There was no significant relationship between infection and gender, nor between infection and symptom for …

Distribution And Status Of The Northern Leopard Frog, Rana Pipiens, In West Virginia, Amanda Nicole Spriggs

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

The Northern Leopard Frog, Rana pipiens, is listed as a species of concern by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. Because this species is uncommon in West Virginia, information is needed to understand its distribution and conservation needs. I surveyed 14 historic R. pipiens locations and 70 Wildlife Management Areas throughout West Virginia beginning in March 2008. Rana pipiens was found in four locations; Greenbottom Wildlife Management Area was confirmed through both auditory and visual surveys and the rest were confirmed through visual observations. Besides Greenbottom Wildlife Management Area, all other sites were confirmed by the presence of a …

Toward Sustainable Technology, David M. Driesen

College of Law - Faculty Scholarship

This paper offers suggestions for climate change policies advancing technological changes necessary for sustainable development. It first explains why relentless pursuit of cost effectiveness through broad environmental benefit trading does not maximize long term technological advancement and explores options for narrowing trading's design. It then explores two alternatives to Kyoto style trading to show how a goal of creating a positive long term economic dynamic

Building The Foundation For A Healthy Life: Individuals, Communities And The State, John W. Seavey, Josephine B. Porter, Barbara Arrington

The University Dialogue

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Believe In A Healthy Community: Greater Manchester Community Needs Assessment 2009, Dorothy Bazos, Community Development Director, Community Health Institute; Hilary Heishman, Manchester Health Department; Anna Thomas, Deputy Public Health Director, Manchester Health Department

Manchester Research Group

Needs assessment providing data and statistics on health related demographics and issues in the Manchester Health Service Area (HAS), as well as four strategic imperatives for health improvement.

Mayor V. Fairfield Improvement Company: The Public's Apprehension To Accept Nineteenth Century Medical Advancements, Ryan Wiggins, Daniella Einik

Legal History Publications

The following paper first outlines the story behind Mayor v. Fairfield and the procedural progression of the case through the court of equity and the Court of Appeals. Second, the paper discusses nineteenth century medical views on leprosy and infectious diseases and the reluctance of the public to accept these medical views. Finally, the paper analyzes how both medical opinion and public perception impacted public health laws and judicial opinions at the time.

College Of Pharmacy Postbaccalaureate And International Program Overview, Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

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Good Agricultural And Handling Practices For Grapes And Other Fresh Produce, Pamela L. Brady, Justin R. Morris

AAES Research Reports and Research Bulletins

In recent years consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables has increased dramatically. This trend has increased the amount of produce being purchased at farmer’s markets, road-side stands, and neighborhood markets since consumers say they feel that the direct contact with growers at these markets makes them better able to assess the quality and safety of the produce. This buying trend has opened new markets to small- and medium-sized farms, which sell at these local outlets.

Sand Fly Fever: What Have We Learned In One Hundred Years?, David Brett-Major, David M. Claborn

Journal Articles: Epidemiology

Sand fly fever has severely impacted military missions in southern Europe and the Middle East for hundreds of years. After a brief respite following the malaria eradication programs of World War II, it has returned as a significant disease among residents in and travelers to the Mediterranean rim. It is a more severe disease now, with potential vectors in the United States. Sand fly fever is discussed in terms of its viruses, vectors, disease, control, and potential domestic impact.

Re-Shaping The Common Good In Times Of Public Health Emergencies: Validating Medical Triage, George P. Smith Ii

Annals of Health Law and Life Sciences

This article discusses the utilitarian principle of triage in the context of governmental response to national disasters, while analyzing the delicate balance between individual liberties and the government actions necessary to promote the common good. The author examines competing conceptions of the common good, and posits that a new philosophy is required for public health emergencies in order to promote balanced and normative standards of conduct necessary for consensus-based decision-making in times of national emergency. The author then demonstrates that the principal of medical triage is a valid construct for the distribution of scarce resources during national emergencies, tests this …

Prizes For Innovation Of New Medicines And Vaccines, James Love, Tim Hubbard

Annals of Health Law and Life Sciences

This article argues that prizes can help stimulate medical innovation, control costs and ensure greater access to new medicines and vaccines. The authors explore four increasingly ambitious prize options to reward medical innovation, each addressing flaws in the current patent system. The first option promotes innovation through a large prize fund linked to the impact on health outcomes; the second option rewards the sharing of knowledge, data, and technology with open source dividends; the third option awards prizes for interim benchmarks and discrete technical problems; and the final option removes the exclusive right to use patented inventions in upstream research …

Institute Of Clinical And Translational Sciences News, Vol. 2, Issue 2

ICTS Newsletters

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Institute Of Clinical And Translational Sciences News, Vol. 2, Issue 1

ICTS Newsletters

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Institute Of Clinical And Translational Sciences News, Vol. 2, Issue 4

ICTS Newsletters

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Botox And Its Effect On Wrinkles, Rochelle Eckstein

The Science Journal of the Lander College of Arts and Sciences

Clostridia Botulinum (C. Botulinum) is a bacterium that produces a unique exotoxin, botulinum toxin (BTX). BTX induces flaccid muscle paralysis by inhibiting the release of acetylcholine at the cholinergic nerve endings. Recently, Botox, developed from BTX, has become a popular solution to reduce the appearance of hyper-functional facial rhytids. Facial wrinkles are caused by repetitive muscle contraction, and a treatment that directly addresses this will be effective. Injections of Botox temporarily relax or paralyze these muscles. This paper will briefly discuss the bacterial basis of Botox and its development. It will explain how the mechanism of action of BTX can …

Regulating Pregnancy In Taiwan: An Analysis From An Asian Legal Feminist Using Feminist Legal Theories, Chih-Chieh Lin

University of Baltimore Law Forum

No abstract provided.

The Prospects And Challenges Of Bringing Physical Therapy To The Physically Disabled Population In Developing Countries, Sherrie Flory

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Through a literature review, this capstone will reveal the barriers and current circumstances of physical therapy being distributed for individuals with physical disabilities in developing countries. This research also attempts to identify who the primary physically disabled populations are, if physical therapy can help them, what the consequences of not receiving any physical treatment are, what can be done to improve physical therapy interventions, and what are the prospects to making physical therapy accessible to individuals with disabilities in developing countries.

People Dealing With Pica : Capstone Project, Berenice Del Rosario Amaya-GonzaìLez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This information is part of a power point presentation/workshop explaining the origin of Pica, several definitions about Pica and the three theories that lead to possible causes of the Pica behavior. The project is a collection of slides illustrated with photographs of non-food items found in the most secured environments students/people have: school and home. The goal is to address the invisibility of Pica and the easy accessibility to non food items as an attempt to educate teachers and parents.

A Novel Signaling Network Essential For Regulating Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Biofilm Development, Olga E. Petrova, Karin Sauer

Biological Sciences Faculty Scholarship

The important human pathogen Pseudomonas aeruginosa has been linked to numerous biofilm-related chronic infections. Here, we demonstrate that biofilm formation following the transition to the surface attached lifestyle is regulated by three previously undescribed two-component systems: BfiSR (PA4196-4197) harboring an RpoD-like domain, an OmpR-like BfmSR (PA4101-4102), and MifSR (PA5511-5512) belonging to the family of NtrC-like transcriptional regulators. These two-component systems become sequentially phosphorylated during biofilm formation. Inactivation of bfiS, bfmR, and mifR arrested biofilm formation at the transition to the irreversible attachment, maturation-1 and -2 stages, respectively, as indicated by analyses of biofilm architecture, and protein and phosphoprotein patterns. Moreover, …

Purification And Characterization Of A Novel Salivary Antimicrobial Peptide From The Tick, Ixodes Scapularis, Sivakamasundari Pichu, José M.C. Ribeiro, Thomas N. Mather

Plant Sciences and Entomology Faculty Publications

A novel antimicrobial peptide was isolated from the saliva of the Lyme disease tick vector, Ixodes scapularis, henceforth designated as ISAMP (I. scapularis Antimicrobial Peptide). ISAMP was purified using a sequential method including ultra filtration, gel filtration and reverse-phase high performance liquid chromatography. The purified peak had a molecular weight of 5.3 kDa by MALDI/TOF-MS and its amino acid sequence, determined by Edman degradation was PDxGxPxxVKAGRxPxxSI. A BLASTP search revealed that the protein is a putative 5.3 kDa secreted protein (AAM93656) from I. scapularis. The predicted protein is composed of 69 amino acids with no conserved …

The Endangered Species Act: What We Talk About When We Talk About Recovery, Dale Goble

Articles

No abstract provided.

Ada Code Of Ethics (January 2009), American Dental Association

Code of Ethics

The ADA Code of Ethics has three main components: The Principles of Ethics, the Code of Professional Conduct and the Advisory Opinions. Contents may also include: Amendment to ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct and Insert for the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct. The most current issue is available on the ADA’s website.