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Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease –The Gut Microbiome As A Risk Factor, Kristin J. Gedda

Physician Assistant Capstones

As it remains, cardiovascular disease (CVD) has been the leading cause of mortality across the globe accounting for as many as 17.9 million deaths per year and projected to increase to more than 23.6 million deaths by 2030.1 Of the CVD related deaths, the majority are due to acute myocardial infarctions (AMI) and cerebral vascular accidents (CVA) and are associated with modifiable risk factors such as obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes.2 Lifestyle modifications for decreasing these risk factors have been actively emphasized in healthcare, but do not eliminate the risks entirely. In addition to diet, exercise, and smoking cessation, other …

Culturally Competent Diabetes Self-Management Education Improves Hba1c Levels In Hispanic Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Sirena Sechslingloff

Physician Assistant Capstones

There are several techniques that have been employed to make diabetes self-management programs culturally tailored to Hispanic communities. Among these include leading the self-management courses in Spanish and even more so with an instructor of the same cultural background. Another widely used approach is encouraging participants to bring a family member to the classes. In addition, many culturally tailored DSME programs hold classes in a community setting instead of health care centers to increase attendance rates. Lastly, incorporating cooking classes or educating patients on healthier eating based on culturally traditional foods has been utilized in culturally tailored DSME courses.

Ssd Newsletter (Spring 2020), Csusb - Services To Students With Disabilities

Services to Students with Disabilities (SSD) newsletter

In this Issue:

• An Evening with Music Sensation Sparsh Shah, p.1
• Interview with Dr. Winifred Scott, p.2
• Women’s Health Panel, p.2
• Essential Job Skills for Finding,Getting, and Keeping a Job, p.3
• Disclosing Disability in the Workplace, p.3
• Understanding Students with Visual Disabilities, p.4
• SSD Hosts Viewing of Revolutionary Documentary, p.5

Recognizing Social Determinants Of Health To Better Care For The Most Vulnerable Populations, Lauren Marcello

Community Engagement Student Work

The history of healthcare has transitioned from an effort to care for people who were ill to a profitable business through the process of medicalization. Which today makes receiving comprehensive care extremely difficult or impossible for individuals who are considered vulnerable or have significant social determinants of health. Through the recognition of social determinants of health in the institution of government health insurance, the opportunity for a healthier population.

Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation: A Natural Way To Lessen Symptoms Of Adhd, Chelsea Payne

Physician Assistant Capstones

The outcomes of combination omega-3 fatty acid supplementation compared to traditional stimulant treatment alone, on symptoms of inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity will be examined. If adjunct therapy with fatty acids reduces ADHD symptoms, clinicians may be able to decrease traditional stimulant doses which would, in theory, reduce the negative side effects associated with that drug class and improve the patient’s quality of life.

The Predictive Value Of C-Reactive Protein In Relation To The Development Of Cardiovascular Disease, Ramon Simpson

Physician Assistant Capstones

The American Heart Association estimates that by 2035 over 130 million or 45.1 percent of the American population is projected to have some form of cardiovascular disease, defined as coronary heart disease, stable/unstable angina, heart failure and stroke. It is expected that the total cost of treatment for patients with cardiovascular disease will reach 1.1 trillion by 2035 accordingly. Approximately 17.9 million deaths that were reported in 2016 were related to cardiovascular disease based on the World Health Organization statistics. The American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association suggest that primary prevention is accredited to early identification of modifiable …

Mrt Supportive Housing Evaluation: Cost Report 2, Volume 2: Treatment Versus Comparison Group, Pre-Post Analyses, Margaret Gullick, Mir Nahid Mahmud, Lauren Polvere, Sandra Mcginnis, Chris E. Rees

Health and Healthcare Services Reports and Research Briefs

This report details Medicaid spending changes associated with enrollment in programs sponsored by the New York State Medicaid Redesign Team’s Supportive Housing initiative (MRT-SH), including a summary of these projects and the Medicaid cost characteristics of the people enrolled versus a comparison group of people who were similar to MRT-SH clients but were not enrolled. For each included MRT-SH participant, Medicaid cost data are presented from one year before participant enrollment through the first year post-enrollment; for each included comparison participant, Medicaid cost data are presented for a similar two-year timespan. The goal of the analysis is to present a …

Online Shoppers Spending On Fresh Produce; Do Those On Government Assistance Spend Less?, Wyatt Tucker Lucas

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This study applies an Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) model to explain differences in the amount that online shoppers might spend per month on fresh produce, given specific consumer characteristics. It also uses a multinomial logit model to determine the relative probability of online shoppers spending more or less, given specific consumer characteristics. The independent variable of interest in both models is whether or not the respondent is a recipient of a government assistance food program. These analyses used data from a stratified random sample of 1,205 online shoppers residing in the southern region of the United States. “Online shoppers” in …

Bodyweight Management And Relationship To Health In The Horse (Equus Caballus), Beverly Ann Gartland

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

The health of the horse is of interest to animal caretakers. Horses that fall within a prescribed range of bodyweight and body condition may be healthier than horses that are lower or higher. Two studies were conducted related to body weight and condition of the horse. The first study examined if restricting the amount of space available for horses to graze could reduce bodyweight without having a strong impact on time budgets of the horse or removing horses from pasture. This method was determined to be effective in preventing weight gain, although there was an increase in grazing behavior displayed …

Is Physical Activity During Late Pregnancy Related To Infant Body Composition At Birth?, Brenna Menke

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Exercise is typically regarded as having a positive impact on maternal and infant health. However, the relationship between maternal physical activity and infant body composition is unclear. The aim of this project was to determine how a physically active lifestyle during late pregnancy influences infant anthropometrics at birth. Pregnant women (34-39 weeks gestation) with low-risk pregnancies were given the Pregnancy Physical Activity Questionnaire (PPAQ) and an accelerometer to wear on their non-dominant wrist for seven consecutive days. Approximately 24-48 hours after delivery, infant body composition was assessed utilizing air displacement plethysmography at the patients’ bedside. Fifty-five pregnant women participated (age: …

Effects Of Bingocize® On Overall Physical Activity, Functional Performance, Blood Glucose Level, Sleep Quantity, And Quality Among Older Adults In Assisted-Living Facilities, Sepehr Rassi

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Bingocize® has been established as an effective falls prevention exercise program for older adults, but its effects on older adults residing in assisted-living facilities have not been examined. The purpose of this investigation was to assess the effects of Bingocize® on overall physical activity level, functional performance, blood glucose level, sleep quantity and quality in older adults who live in assisted-living facilities. Participants (N = 13; mean age 86.23 ± 3.90) were asked to participate in Bingocize® while wearing activity trackers (Fitbit Charge 3 HR) for 10 weeks. The activity trackers were used to assess the average number of steps …

Issue 48, Beth Heldebrandt

NoteBooth

EIU Comic Con, Fashion Exhibit, Study room reservation system, Bill Schultz interview

Premier: The Magazine Of The Unlv Harrah College Of Hospitality, Matt Jacob

Premier: The Magazine of the UNLV Harrah Hotel College

No abstract provided.

Examination Of A Partial Dietary Self‐Monitoring Approach For Behavioral Weight Management, Deborah F. Tate, Danika A. Quesnel, Lesley Lutes, Karen E. Hatley, Brooke T. Nezami, Alexis C. Wojtanowski, Angela M. Pinto, Julianne Power, Molly Diamond, Kristen Polzien, Gary Foster

Publications and Research

No abstract provided.

Simpler Method To Compare Starch Hydrolysis Rate And In Vitro Expected Glycemic Index Of Flours, Courtney Simons, Charles Ciampaglio

Lake Campus Research Symposium Abstracts and Posters

In vitro expected glycemic index (eGI) is a reliable tool to predict postprandial blood glucose concentrations. Making these predictions is important particularly for diabetespatients who must manage their health condition by consuming products with more slowly digestible carbohydrates. Current methods require lengthy preparation time and expensive equipment. In this study, a cheaper and faster in vitro method was developed. Legume samples were digested with continuous agitation for 3 hours with the help of alpha-amylase enzyme. Glucose production was monitored by measuring changes in refractive index using a refractometer. Relative hydrolysis rates of flours demonstrated effectiveness of the method to differentiate …

Prevalence And Trends Of Asthma In United States (Us) Adults, 2005-2016: A National Health And Nutrition Examination Survey (Nhanes) Study, Oluwakemi A. Akinniyi Mph, Sedoafia Amelor Mph, Keya Dushyant Desai Mph, Jocelyn K. Elias Mph, Ankita Patel Mph, Sandeep Krishna Reddy Mph, Maureen Kennedy Drph

Annual SHSP Student Research and Scholarship Day

No abstract provided.

Profile: A Model For Regional Resilience, Communications And Marketing

Profile (1996-)

In this issue: A Model for Regional Resilience:Donors and friends are helping UMN Morris optimize local resources to make greater Minnesota a more resilient place; Small Town Heroes: Center for Small Towns pairs students with rural communities to make good things happen; Making the Healthy Choice the Easy Choice: Morris Healthy Eating increases access to healthy, real foods in rural Minnesota; Giving News; Campus News Briefs; The Big Picture; Alumni News; Class Notes; Cougar Sports News.

Impact Of Proteolytic Hydrolysis On Tocopherols And B Vitamins In Peanuts, Rabiatu Bonku

Spring 2020 Graduate Student Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

Whole Fat Stirred Coconut Yoghurt Increases Serum Igg Level In Adult Wistar Rat Model, Samuel Chetachukwu Adegoke, Chakree Thongraung, Chutha Takahashi Yupanqui, Reza Tahergorabi

Spring 2020 Graduate Student Research Symposium

Introduction
Regular consumption of yoghurt particularly in immunocompromised populations, may enhance immune response. The mucosal immune system provides the initial immunological barrier against most pathogens. Immunoglobulin A (IgA), the predominant mucosal antibody is thought to mediate defense functions at different anatomic levels in relation to mucosal epithelium. Consumption of yoghurts containing probiotic bacteria such as lactobacillus, Bifidobacteria can result to faster isotype switching concomitantly leading to increased resistance to immune-related diseases. The aim of this experiment was to investigate the immunomodulatory properties of whole and reduced-fat stirred coconut yoghurt in adult male Wistar rat model. The high prevalence of milk …

Physicochemical Properties Of Chicken Meatballs Fortified With Flaxseed Oil And Cooked In Water-Bath, Kelvin Adrah

Spring 2020 Graduate Student Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

A Public Health Issue: Dietary Supplements Promoted For Brain Health And Cognitive Performance, Cindy Crawford, Courtney Boyd, Bharathi Avula, Yan Hong Wang, Ikhlas A. Khan, Patricia A. Deuster

Faculty and Student Publications

© Cindy Crawford, et al. 2020; Published by Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. 2020. Background: Dietary supplements targeting brain health have quickly emerged in the marketplace as cognitive performance becomes an important public health issue. While manufacturers are required to report the exact ingredients and formulations listed on the Supplement Facts labels of products, many reports have indicated such labels are not always truthful, and the content of some products is inconsistent with the ingredients listed on the Supplement Facts label. Objectives: To identify dietary supplement products and ingredients marketed for brain health and cognitive performance and perform analyses of select …

A Comparison Of High-Intensity Interval Running And Tabata On Post-Exercise Metabolism: A Pilot Analysis, Lauren Pate

Undergraduate Research Conference

Introduction

• It is well established that energy expenditure following exercise (EPOC) remains elevated above resting values for a period of time (3).

• The magnitude and duration of this elevation may be primarily dependent on exercise intensity, with exercise duration and expenditure having a smaller influence (3, 6).

• Short durations (≤ 30 minutes) of high-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) is becoming a popular alternative for individuals who have limited time to exercise (5).

• When compared to rest, short-duration HIIE has been reported to elicit similar elevations in EPOC when compared to longer bouts of moderate-intensity continuous exercise (MICE) …

Effect Of Reduced Neurogenesis On Microglial Activation, Amelia Smith

Honors Scholars Collaborative Projects

The geriatric population of America has grown exponentially in the past century. Health degradations and expensive medical care are characteristic of this population with many of these costs due to age-related cognitive decline. It is essential to completely understand the mechanisms of normal and abnormal aging in the search for treatments for cognitive decline. A reduction of neurogenesis is a common factor in aging, but this reduction is even more drastic in individuals experiencing cognitive decline. It is unclear what effect reduced neurogenesis has on the extracellular environment, including glial cells. In particular, changes in microglial activation could be related …

"The Wonderful World Of Dr. Seuss Club", Meagan Heimbrecht, Charlie Croteau, Kylee Sodomka

Honors Program: Expanded Learning Clubs

Exploring the world through Dr. Seuss! A club geared for young elementary schoolers in hopes of promoting reading and curiosity! From Oobleck to puppets to writing their own book, this club is simple yet takes a student on a new adventure every week!

French Club, Brett Foster, Madisen Bell

Honors Program: Expanded Learning Clubs

Afterschool club that introduces French Language and Culture to young elementary students. Through hands-on activities and discussions, students will learn the basics of French Language and complete a French Journal full of everything they learned that semester to take home.

Pen Pal Club: Handwriting And Fine Motor Development, Madelyn Beck, Nicole Borcyk

Honors Program: Expanded Learning Clubs

This "Pen Pal Club" targets K-2 students. The lesson plans provided aim to develop handwriting, letter formation, and fine motor skills to create confident and competent young writers who can excel in the classroom.

Escape The Classroom Club, Abbey Haymond, Jasmine Ranjbari-Sisan

Honors Program: Expanded Learning Clubs

This after school club encourages students to work together to solve puzzles and find clues. By using critical thinking skills and creativity, they will escape the classroom as a team.

Environmental Activism, Ellen Dexter, Lydia Dexter

Honors Program: Expanded Learning Clubs

An after school book club that follows Greta Thunberg's book of speeches No One is Too Small to Make a Difference , as well as uses hands-on activities to teach the importance of environmental activism.

Got Science? Club, Nora Husein, Randa Ismail

Honors Program: Expanded Learning Clubs

Got Science? Club allows students to learn about the science that can be found in our daily lives using everyday items such as food and school supplies. Students will learn about these sciences through hands-on experiments, allowing them to truly experience the science around them.

Basics Of Stepping Club, Hana Pham, Yara Madit

Honors Program: Expanded Learning Clubs

Originating in West Africa in the 1500s, step has since evolved into a form of dancing that places emphasis on rhythmic movements and high energy. It is commonly used amongst greek organizations and within schools. This club introduces stepping to older children through activities such as stamina, focus, teamwork, and problem solving.