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Utilization Of Media-Driven Technology For Health Promotion And Risk Reduction Among American Indian And Alaska Native Young Adults: An Exploratory Study, Todd M. Sabato

Journal of Health Disparities Research and Practice

Across the developmental spectrum, American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) adolescents and young adults experience considerable behavioral and mental health disparities, including substance abuse, depression, and engagement in sexual behaviors which enhance risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. Health-focused interventions utilizing digital and media technology hold significant promise among tribal communities, as they have the capacity to eliminate geography-based barriers. Utilizing a sample of 210 self-identified AI/AN students attending tribal colleges, this study identified the most effective technologies and intervention strategies, as well as health seeking patterns and preferences, which may impact implementation and sustainable use in tribal settings. …

Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors And Disparities Between The United States Mainland Compared To Puerto Rico, Guam, And United States Virgin Islands (I. E., United States Territories), Wendell C. Taylor, Dena Shugart, Raheem J. Paxton

Journal of Health Disparities Research and Practice

Background: No studies have compared the lifestyle behaviors between Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U. S. Virgin Islands to that of the United States mainland. Documenting and addressing health disparities between these geographically and culturally distinct areas are important public health objectives. Differences in health status between and among the United States mainland and territories merit systematic and careful analyses. Methods: Four key healthy lifestyle characteristics include tobacco use, body mass index, physical activity, and fruit/vegetable consumption. Data from the 2009 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (N=420,481) were used to examine United States mainland and territorial differences among the four …

Five-Year Trend In Diabetes Clinical Care And Self-Management Among Adults With Diabetes In West Virginia: 2010-2014, Ranjita Misra 2934168, Usha Sambamoorthi

Journal of Health Disparities Research and Practice

Objective: To examine the five-year trend in clinical care and diabetes self-management activities among adults living in the Appalachian state of West Virginia.

Methods: This study used a cross-sectional design with data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System in 2010 (N=685) and 2014 (N=958), among noninstitutionalized adults with diabetes. Five-year trend in recommended diabetes clinical care, diabetes self-management activities and diabetes education was analyzed after adjusting for sex, education, income, insurance, age, obesity, comorbid hypertension, race and lifestyle behaviors (exercise and smoking).

Results: A significant increase in percentage of adults with 2 or more A1C tests was …

Native American Weight Loss Movement: Pilot Test Of A Culturally Tailored Weight Loss Program For American Indians, Christine M. Daley, Jason W. Hale, Shelley Bointy, Kelly Berryhill, Joseph Lemaster, Byron J. Gajewski

Journal of Health Disparities Research and Practice

American Indians (AIs) have higher rates of obesity than other racial/ethnic groups, placing them at heightened risk for cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain cancers. Culturally appropriate weight loss interventions may be the key to reducing risk. The most successful program used in AI communities has been the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), which limits enrollment to individuals with a clinical diagnosis of pre-diabetes. The purpose of this pilot project was to modify and culturally tailor a weight loss intervention to AI communities in Kansas to improve weight loss related behaviors among those who do not qualify for the DPP. The Native …

Impact Of The Total Western Diet For Rodents On Colon Mucosal Gene Expression In A Multigenerational Murine Model Of Colitis-Associated Colorectal Cancer, Sumira Phatak

Student Research Symposium

A Western type dietary pattern is a major risk factor for colitis-associated colorectal cancer (CAC). Observations from transgenerational studies suggest that epimutations may be inherited, resulting in persistent aberrant gene expression in offspring. Previously, our group reported that ancestral exposure to the total Western diet (TWD) increased CAC incidence and disease severity in F3 offspring. Moreover, exposure to TWD over multiple generations exacerbated disease in F3 offspring as compared to those fed TWD directly. For the present work, we hypothesized that ancestral or cumulative exposure to TWD will result in differential expression of cancer critical genes, explains the greater tumor …

Prediction Of Host-Pathogen Protein-Protein Interactions Using Machine-Learning, Cristian Loaiza

Student Research Symposium

Host-pathogen protein-protein interactions (HPIs) plays vital roles among several biological processes. Furthermore, there is an interest in those interactions that are related with infectious diseases, which seems crucial to understand the mechanism behind the infection process per se and therefore, unravel potential targets to develop therapeutic approaches. Recently, efforts have been made to collect most of the data present in the literature about HPIs and algorithms to transfer that knowledge into unknown systems has been implemented. Although, beyond intra-species PPIs there is not information about modeling those wide-range databases using machine learning techniques, which have been proved ideal to summarize …

Comparison Of The Effects Of Linear And Non-Linear Resistance Training Periodization On Morphofunctional Capacity Of Subjects With Different Fitness Levels: A Systematic Review, Rafael M. Pitta, Carla G. S. Pinto Montenegro, Roberta L. Rica, Danilo Sales Bocalini, Ramires A. Tibana, Jonato Prestes, Whitley J. Stone, Aylton J. Figueira Jr.

International Journal of Exercise Science

International Journal of Exercise Science 12(4): 666-690, 2019. Resistance training (RT) is recognized as an efficient method to improve muscle strength, power, hypertrophy; all are fundamental components of functional health and quality of life. Variables of RT such as volume, intensity, density, rest interval, duration, exercise order and selection, training frequency, and periodization models (i.e. linear periodization (LP), reverse linear periodization (RLP), block periodization (BP), and nonlinear periodization (NLP): undulating periodization (UP) and weekly undulating periodization (WUP)) are manipulated to potentiate musculoskeletal adaptations. The aim of the present study was to conduct a systematic review of studies comparing different periodization …

Anti-Proliferative Effects Of Common Plant Extracts On Tumor Cells In Vitro, Joseph Kelly, Christopher Borchers, Perkins Aiyegbeni, Paige Boote, Brittany Buren, Katie Dekruyff, Emily Geraets, Chau Le, Rachel Mercer, Courtney Mithelman, Haley Muyskens, Renju Pun, Zachary Rosson, Sara S. Tolsma

Celebration of Research

In 2018, the World Health Organization identified cancer as responsible for 1 in 6 deaths globally, encouraging the exploration of creative forms of cancer treatment. Our research interests include identifying anti-proliferative plant extracts and illuminating mechanisms of growth inhibition. In this study we measured the effects of Vitis vinifera (grapeseed), Juniperus communis (juniper berry), and Curcuma longa (turmeric) extracts on the proliferation of several normal and tumorigenic cell strains and lines (HFF-S2, HeLa, HepG2, MDA MB 231, and RAW 264.7). We performed dose response CyQUANT assays to analyze the effects on cell growth. We are using DNA analysis, recovery experiments, …

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.

Effects Of Leaf Litter On Amphibian Oviposition Site Selection, Rebekah Magee, Julia E. Earl

ANS Research Symposium

Rebekah Magee is a graduate student in the School of Biological Sciences at Louisiana Tech University.

Julia E. Earl is an Assistant Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at Louisiana Tech University.

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A Comparison Of Early Childhood Health Indicators, Megan E. Gremillion, Julie M. Rutledge, Taren M. Swindle

ANS Research Symposium

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Fueling Strategies, Dietary Habits, And Sources Of Nutrition Information Of Collegiate Cheerleaders, Amy Hogan, Vicky Green, Sheena Bling, Lizetta Gidakos, Janie Horne, Megan Ryan

ANS Research Symposium

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Evaluation Of Breakfast Eating Habits Of Female College Students, Vicky Green, Natalie Harrell, Tierra Pinkney, Emily Stephens

ANS Research Symposium

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The Overall Acceptability, The Nutrient Density, And Costs Of Substituting All-Purpose Flour With Selected Vegetables Of A Yeast-Free Pizza Crust, Catherine Fontenot, Ashton Armstrong, Emily Stephens, Shannon Cessna

ANS Research Symposium

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Evaluating The Overall Acceptability, Nutrient Composition, And Costs Of A Traditional Tator Tot Recipe Prepared With Selected Vegetables And Cooked Using An Air Fryer, Catherine Fontenot, Kaylan Hebert, Tierra Pinkney

ANS Research Symposium

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Evaluation Of The Cost Effectiveness, Protein Composition, And Acceptability Of Peanut Butter Protein Bites Prepared With Cricket Powder, Plant-Based Protein Powder And Whey Protein, Catherine Fontenot, Emily Buzulak, Olivia Hirsch, Desirae Bedgood

ANS Research Symposium

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Reduction Of Refined Sugar Content, Taste Panel Overall Acceptability, And Costs Comparison Of A Traditional Chocolate Brownie Prepared With Selected Vegetables., Catherine Fontenot, Anna Walter, Taylor Thompson

ANS Research Symposium

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Evaluation Of Selected Sensory Characteristics And Nutrient Composition Of A Traditional Cornbread Recipe Prepared With Flour Alternatives, Catherine Fontenot, Brenton Thompson, Lily Hart, Natalie Harrel

ANS Research Symposium

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Beliefs About Multi-Vitamin And Mineral Supplements In College-Aged Students – Differences Between Users And Non-Users, Ashton Armstrong, Leighann Myers, Taylor Thompson, Caleb Wilcox, Janet Pope

ANS Research Symposium

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Evaluation Of Nutrition Education Needs Of High School Cheerleaders, Vicky Green, Cayden Alexander, Alexis Gray, Kaylan Hebert

ANS Research Symposium

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Refugee Women And Employment: A Grounded Theory Study, Miryam Haarlammert

Open Access Dissertations

This grounded theory project focused on developing an initial understanding about the experiences of refugee women who are currently or who have in the past received employment services when making employment decisions once resettled in the United States. Interviews with 11 refugee women from Latin American countries living in Miami, Florida and one refugee resettlement service provider revealed that before women engaged in formal job-seeking activities that they were already “doing the work” of learning how to live life in a new country while taking care of themselves and of their families. The women focused on finding housing, dealing with …

Campus Research Day Program April 11, 2019, Southern Adventist University

Campus Research Day Programs

Campus research day program for April 11, 2019.

Vol.46 N.38 April 11th 2019, Voice Media Ventures

Black Voice News

No abstract provided.

The Indiana Statesman, April 11, 2019, Indiana State University

Student Newspaper

Kicking off Spring Week with dance moves of the decade; New Public Safety Director coming soon; IRS head says college admission scandal parents may face hefty tax bills

The New Hampshire, Vol. 108 [109], No. 24 (Apr. 11, 2019), The New Hampshire

The New Hampshire Print Edition

An independent student produced newspaper from the University of New Hampshire. This volume was printed as 108, but it is the 109th volume in the series.

Um Spotlights Service With Sullivan, Community Engagement Awards, Edwin B. Smith

University of Mississippi News

More than 20 recipients honored for outstanding contributions

Physical Fitness Of Children And Adolescents With Moderate To Severe Intellectual Disabilities, Marieke Wouters, Heleen M. Evenhuis, Thessa I.M. Hilgenkamp

Physical Therapy Faculty Research

Background: Low levels of physical fitness are associated with low physical and mental health. The aims of this study were to assess the health-related physical fitness of children with intellectual disability (ID), and study the association of physical activity and motor development with physical fitness. Methods: One hundred and twenty-eight children with moderate to severe ID (83 boys; age 2–18 years) visiting specialised day programme centres engaged in field-based physical fitness tests (body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and cardiorespiratory fitness). Scores were compared to reference values, and with linear regression analysis the association between the fitness outcomes and physical …

Potential Triggers Of Mental Distress In Cardiovascular Disease Patients, Saba Ahmed, Lina Begdache

Binghamton University Undergraduate Journal

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a major cause of death among Americans. There are many comorbidities that exist with CVD, such as insulin-dependent diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and others. Mental distress such as anxiety and depression are comorbidities associated with CVD as well. The purpose of this study is to investigate the potential factors that could possibly affect mental health in CVD patients. A de-identified database obtained from United Health Services - Cardiology Department in Binghamton, New York included medical records of 68,647 patients. Using Chi-Square statistical analysis, many variables were associated with anxiety and depression in CVD patients. These variables included …

Barbara Scheffer, Oral History Interview, 2019, Matt Jones

Oral Histories

Barbara Scheffer served with Eastern Michigan University from 1976 until her retirement in 2013. A professor with the EMU School of Nursing, Scheffer went on to serve as the Associate Dean of the College of Health and Human Services. Always a proponent of bridging the gap between university and community, Scheffer led students into Ypsilanti neighborhoods to help community members and gain valuable hands-on experience in the nursing field. Scheffer received Emeritus status when she retired in 2013.

Effects Of Elevated Thyroid Stimulating Hormone On Lactation In The Breastfeeding Woman, Kelsey Lindberg

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.