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Differential Associations Between Physical Activity Subtypes And Psychological Health In Sedentary Urban College Students, Rosselyn A. Charris, Bray Ilori, Galila Werber-Zion

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

College students often report high levels of stress and anxiety, which can negatively impact academic performance and overall well-being. Physical activity (PA) is widely recognized for its mental health benefits; however, PA encompasses various domains. Subtypes such as Leisure-Time Physical Activity (LTPA), Occupational Physical Activity (OPA), Transportation Physical Activity (TPA), and Domestic Physical Activity (DPA) may not yield the same psychological outcomes. Understanding how specific PA domains relate to mental health may offer insight into how daily routines influence psychological well-being in urban college students. PURPOSE: This study aimed to determine whether distinct types of PA are differentially associated with …

Effects Of An Acute Dietary Capsaicin Intervention On Ambulatory Blood Pressure With Sex And Condition Differences: Preliminary Findings, Hashim B. Ghias, Kyle Heise, Valerie Chervinskaya, Melissa Severino, Isabella Harelick S. Harelick, Meredith Georger, Zoe Fallon, Ben Melnick, Kira Pegues, Elisa Fioraso, Erin Davis, Siena Goebel, Will Quin, Jillian Lang, Elena Shostak, Justin Deblauw, Stephen Ives

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the foremost cause of death in the United States and worldwide; thus, understanding novel interventions (e.g., diet) to reduce CVD risk is of critical importance. Ambulatory BP monitoring allows assessment of cardiovascular responses under real-world conditions and may be superior to in-office BP in terms of CVD risk prediction. PURPOSE: This study examined the effects of an acute dietary capsaicin intervention on 24-hour peripheral BP and pulse pressure (PP), with attention to sex-specific responses, given prior evidence of sex differences in vascular function. METHODS: In a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled design, 70 healthy adults (36 females, 34 …

Correlations Between Bioelectrical Impedance And Subjective Measures During Recovery From A 100-Mile Trail Ultramarathon, Colin M. Bayait, Thomas Rosky, Rapolas Mastauskas, Samantha Colon, Aiden Miranda, Michael G. Wortley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

A 100-mile trail ultramarathon does significant damage to the musculoskeletal system. While subjective measures are commonly used to assess recovery from these events, objective measurements such as bioelectrical impedance (BEI) may offer validation and potentially insights into physiological changes happening during the recovery process. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine correlations between BEI data and subjective survey responses collected daily for one week before and after a 100-mile ultramarathon. METHODS: One participant (male, 47 years) completed daily assessments for one week before and after a 100-mile ultramarathon. All assessments were performed at 8:00 a.m., and …

The Effects Of Dietary Capsaicin On Movement-Induced Hyperemia, Isabella S. Harelick, Valerie Chervinskaya, Kyle Heise, Melissa Severino, Meredith Georger, Zoe Fallon, Elisa Fioraso, Ben Melnick, Kira Pegues, Hashim Ghias, Justin Deblauw, Erin Davis, Siena Goebel, Will Quinn, Jillian Lang, Elena Shostak, Stephen Ives Facsm

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States and affects men and women differently, highlighting the importance of understanding vascular regulation across both sexes. Regular consumption of dietary capsaicin (found in spicy peppers) has been associated with reduced CVD risk, potentially through improvements in vascular function. However, the mechanisms by which dietary capsaicin influences vascular health are not well understood. Passive limb movement-induced hyperemia (PLM) is a non-invasive technique used to assess vascular health. During PLM, a limb (typically the leg) is moved passively—without muscle contraction—by an external force, such as a researcher or mechanical …

Surgical Management Of A Grade-Ii Anterior Talofibular Ligament Tear With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: A Case Report, Jake Finkelstein, Jessie Hirsch, Ofra A. Pottorf, Alex Rothstein

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

CASE HISTORY: A 21-year-old female with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) sustained a right ankle inversion injury while stepping off a curb, resulting in acute pain, swelling, and inability to weightbear. Initial conservative treatment including rest, ice, and traditional physical therapy (PT) was initiated but failed to relieve symptoms. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) revealed a Grade-II ATFL tear with chronic instability. After three months of unsuccessful conservative management and persistent pain and instability, surgical intervention was pursued. PHYSICAL EXAM: Examination revealed marked tenderness over the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL), restricted motion in all directions, decreased strength (2+/5) and positive anterior drawer …

Effect Of Short-Term Beetroot Supplementation On High-Intensity Cycling Sprint Performance In Recreationally Active Adults, Lia M. Karas, Adam M. Gonzalez, David Wang, Jamie J. Ghigiarelli, Katie M. Sell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Nitric Oxide (NO) has a plethora of physiological benefits including vascular smooth muscle relaxation and vasodilation. Beetroot (BR) is a rich source of dietary nitrate which serves as a precursor for enhancing the bioavailability of circulating NO levels. BR has been used by athletes as a supplement to potentially enhance blood flow and exercise performance. Understanding the performance effects of BR supplementation is important for determining its practical value as an ergogenic aid for athletes and active individuals.PURPOSE: This study aimed to investigate whether BR supplementation enhances exercise performance during a cycling sprint protocol. METHODS: Ten recreationally active males …

Evaluation Of Bmi Accuracy In Predicting Elevated Body Fat In Law Enforcement Officers, Thomas L. Johannessen Iii, Emmalee Mikulis, Ofra Pottorf, Jessie Hirsch, Jamie Ghigiarelli, Katie Sell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Excess body fat may place unnecessary physiological stress on the body and negatively impact the wellbeing of law enforcement officers (LEOs). It is crucial to have an accurate predictor of body fat status to guide programming that promotes healthy body fat levels. This is especially important for LEOs who may be sitting for extended periods (e.g., researching, writing reports) or must respond suddenly to address a physically demanding task (e.g., pursuing a suspect). PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the specificity and sensitivity of BMI compared to skinfold measures of body composition in active LEOs. METHODS: Twenty-three …

Investigation Of Mobility, Stability, And Strength Asymmetries Along The Kinetic Chain In Law Enforcement Officers, Juliana Mendes, Ofra Pottorf, Andrew Zalot, Jake Finkelstein, Jamie Ghigiarelli, Madison Heffren, Joshua Zincke, Katie Sell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Asymmetries in mobility, stability, and strength may negatively impact the ability of law enforcement officers (LEOs) to perform occupational tasks optimally and may potentially increase their risk of injury. While there is a growing body of research highlighting current health and fitness trends in LEOs, analyses of biomechanical risk factors such as joint asymmetry are sporadic. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine if bilateral imbalances in strength, mobility and stability were present throughout the kinetic chain in active-duty LEOs. METHODS: Twenty-two active male LEOs (40.5 ± 9.4 y, 178.3 ± 6.9 cm, 93.5 ± 11.7 kg) volunteered …

The Effect Of A Polyphenol-Rich Cranberry Supplement On The Strength-Endurance Performance Of Rock Climbers, Antoine Denis, Andreas Bergdahl, Kate Kraemer

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Polyphenols have been shown to have significant benefits on the aerobic system; however, there is currently little information about their effects on strength-endurance. Cranberries are rich in polyphenols, specifically the rare A-type proanthocyanidin (aPAC), which is associated with their various physiological benefits.

Purpose: This study aims to see the effect of a 28-day cranberry supplementation on rock climbers’ anaerobic performance of push-ups, pull-ups, and hang-boarding.

Methods: 19 participants (14M: 5F) took part in an exploratory study involving two groups, control (CON, n = 11) and cranberry-supplemented (CS, n = 8), with repeated measures over 28 days. The CON group took …

Relationship Between Upper And Lower Quadrant Stability And Muscular Endurance In Active Law Enforcement Officers, Admar Calovini, Nicole Yerys, Andrew Zalot, Jake Finkelstein, Ofra A. Pottorf, Jake Dauplaise, Katie Sell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The push-up test (PUT) is commonly used to assess muscular endurance (ME) in law enforcement officers (LEOs), as ME has been attributed to performance during many occupational tasks. Research has shown a relationship between upper-quadrant stability (UQS) and PUT, however the contribution of lower-quadrant stability (LQS) to PUT performance is less well understood. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between UQS, LQS, and PUT performance in active LEOs. METHODS: Twenty-two active male LEOs (40.5 ± 9.4 y, 178.5 ± 6.9 cm, 93.5 ± 11.7 kg) completed the upper quadrant Y-Balance test (UQYBT), lower …

Comparison Of Physical Fitness Measures And Injury Risk In Law Enforcement Officers, Nicole Mccrea, Ofra Pottorf, Cristina Leek, Andrew Ammazzalorso, Jessie Hirsch, Lana Rose, Sonam Lhakey, Katie Sell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Law enforcement officers (LEOs) perform intense and unpredictable physical exertions resulting from their occupational tasks. Optimal movement quality is beneficial for the performance of these tasks and for decreasing injury risk. The Modified Landing Error Scoring System (M-LESS) is a screening tool that helps identify poor movement patterns that could raise the risk of musculoskeletal injuries. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to explore the differences in mobility, stability, and muscular endurance across LEOs categorized into low-risk (LR), moderate-risk (MR), or high-risk (HR) for injury based on M-LESS scores. METHODS: Twenty-two active-duty male LEOs (40.5 ± 9.4 y, 178.5 …

Behavioral Predictors Of Glycemic Control In People With Type Ii Diabetes In The Dominican Republic, Shane Phillips, Devjja Joshi, Matthew Benavides, Arpita Bedarkar, Alex Rothstein, Amerigo Rossi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The prevalence of type II diabetes (T2D) has been increasing rapidly in low- and middle-income countries. Previous research in this population found very high physical activity participation. PURPOSE: Explore predictive behavioral variables of fasting blood glucose (FBG) in people with T2D in the Dominican Republic. METHODS: Sixty-five (48 women and 17 men) people with T2D enrolled. FBG was measured using a capillary blood glucose monitor. Yale Physical Activity Survey (YPAS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Perceived Stress Scale-10, Global Diet Quality Questionnaire, and Health Related Quality of Life-14 (HRQoL) were administered by a Dominican physician. Bivariate correlations between variables …

Effectiveness Of Mindfulness For Psychological Distress And Sleep Disturbances In The Post-Covid Population., Anjum Padyal Dr.

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Effectiveness of Mindfulness for Psychological Distress and Sleep Disturbances in the Post-COVID Population.

DR. ANJUM PADYAL, DHRUMI PATEL

Laboratory Name; Kinesiology Department; California State University,Northridge; Northridge, CA

Category: Masters

Advisor / Mentor: Padyal, Anjum ([email protected])

ABSTRACT

The COVID-19 pandemic has been associated with heightened stress, anxiety, depression, and widespread sleep disturbances among adults. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are increasingly promoted as non-pharmacological strategies to improve psychological health.PURPOSE: This review aims to determine whether MBIs are effective in reducing psychological distress and improving sleep quality among adults in the post-COVID era compared to standard care or no intervention.. METHODS: …

Shoulder Strength In Division I Baseball Pitchers Over The Course Of The Season, Zachary T. Sylvester, Richard J. Boergers

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The high rate of injuries in baseball pitchers has been linked to increased pitch velocity. Monitoring arm health through shoulder strength testing may link weakness with dysfunction or fatigue. PURPOSE: To measure shoulder strength at three points during the season (pre, mid, post) and identify shoulder muscle weakness. METHODS: Participants (N=14) were Division I baseball pitchers (age=20.36±2.13; weight=92.36±3.96 kg; height=188.32±4.66 cm). Participants were asked not to stretch or warm up prior to testing. Shoulder strength (flexion [FLX], internal rotation [IR], external rotation [ER], and scapular retraction [SR]) was assessed using an Activforce2 handheld dynamometer. For FLX, participants lay supine with …

The Impact Of A Standardized Warm-Up Using Indian Clubs On Shoulder Ir And Girdle Stability, Milton Dontis, Alex Rothstein, Carol Ewing Garber, Paul M. Gallo

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Indian clubs (ICs) have re-emerged as a popular training tool for exercise in the fitness industry today but there is limited scientific evidence about the benefits. More research is needed on the various claims made about potential benefits of training with ICs. PURPOSE: To examine the acute effects of a standardized upper-extremity warm-up with and without ICs on shoulder internal rotation (IR) range of motion (ROM), shoulder girdle stability, and perceptual and affective responses. METHODS: Eighteen healthy, resistance-trained adults [Age: 23.5 ± 2.3 yrs; Height: 1.68 ± 0.72 m; Weight: 78.7 ± 13.8 kg; 10 male, 8 female] completed two …

Acute Responses To Indian Clubs As An External Load During A Standardized Warm-Up, Tamar Sabo, Alex Rothstein, Carol Ewing Garber, Paul M. Gallo

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Indian club swinging (ICS) provides a low-intensity, dynamic, and repetitive option to increase intensity while performing a warm-up for the upper extremity. PURPOSE: This study aimed to compare shoulder mobility and isokinetic (ISK) measures after performing a warm-up (WU) with ICS compared with two other WU conditions. METHODS: 18 participants [Age: 23 (3) yrs, Height: 167 (12) cm, Weight: 80.3 (19.4) kg] performed three WU routines: 2lb ICS, 2lb dumbbell [DB], and no external load [CON]). The WU consisted of 15 regressed movements to mimic the components of traditional ICS. After each WU condition average and maximum active …

Investigating Flexibility Improvements With Blood Flow Restriction In A Senior Yoga Program, Emma Sarrazin-Boespflug, Andreas Bergdahl

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

While blood flow restriction (BFR) in combination with low intensity exercise is known to stimulate muscle hypertrophy, its influence on flexibility is yet to be determined.

PURPOSE: This study aimed to determine if adding BFR to a Yoga intervention results in greater flexibility improvements in older adults (OA).

METHODS: 25 OA (20 F, 5 M; mean age of 69.3 ± 5.7), participated in a 4-week, bi-weekly, 1hour Yoga session on Zoom. Participants were randomized to a BFR group (n=13) or a control group (CON) (n=12). The BFR group received 4 bands to place on their proximal arms and …

The Effects Of Kanpu Masatsu On Sleep Quality And Fatigue Among Older Adults, Aidan Miranda, Yessica Luna Beltran

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Sleep quality is crucial for overall health, particularly among older adults. Kanpu Masatsu (KM), a traditional Japanese self-massage technique using dry towels, has been associated with health benefits for this population. PURPOSE: This study explores the effects of performing Kanpu Masatsu before bedtime on sleep quality and fatigue levels. METHODS: Twelve healthy older adults (3 men and 9 women; age 60.67 ± 1.69 years) were recruited to monitor their sleep over 14 days using a Fitbit Sense 2. During the second week, participants performed a whole-body Kanpu Masatsu within 10 minutes before sleep. Sleep quality was assessed via Fitbit’s sleep …

Lateral Hip And Anterior Groin Pain—Division I Women’S Lacrosse, Ronit V. Patel, Justin Chu, Andreas Stamatis Dr.

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

CASE HISTORY: A 22-year-old Division I female lacrosse athlete with prior left ACL reconstruction presented with progressive right lateral hip and anterior groin pain, intermittently radiating to the lateral thigh. She denied neurological symptoms, mechanical catching/locking, or instability, but reported occasional popping. Symptoms were minimally relieved by physical therapy, cupping, and dry needling. PHYSICAL EXAM: Initial: focal tenderness over the right lateral hip (TFL) and mild anterior hip-flexor tenderness; FABER/FADIR reproduced pain. Subsequent exams: full ROM, 5/5 strength, normal gait; FABER/FADIR negative; Trendelenburg, Ober, log roll, and heel strike negative. DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSES: Labral tear; FAI; gluteal tendinopathy (minimus/medius); greater trochanteric …

Performance And Self-Kindness In Dynamic Balance: Mindfulness As The Bridge Between Mental Toughness And Self-Compassion, Gustavo F. Saldo, Tomas Chapman-Lopez, Leroy K. Bolden, Olivia Russell, Jeffrey Forsee, Andrew R. Gallucci, Andreas Stamatis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Balancing performance demands with self-care is essential for maintaining psychological health. Mental toughness (MT) and self-compassion (SC) are often framed as opposing constructs; however, athlete data suggest mindfulness (MF) may integrate them. Whether this extends to non-athlete adults is unclear. PURPOSE: To test whether MF mediates the MT–SC relationship in a non-athlete population. METHODS: Eighty-four adults (M_age = 44.4, SD = 14.9; 57.1% male) were recruited from a community outreach program. Missing data were addressed with 20 item-level imputations. Measures included the Mental Toughness Index (α = .89, ω = .90) and the Self-Compassion Scale excluding MF …

Engagement Of Senior Leaders In Health Care Increases With Program Participation, Spencer A. Cavan, Andreas Stamatis Dr.

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Engagement reflects cognitive, emotional, and behavioral investment at work. For senior health care leaders, it is pivotal in shaping culture, morale, and patient experiences, yet remains difficult to elevate amid competing demands. Evidence-based engagement interventions are rare in health care. As a psychological construct, mental toughness (MT) training builds resilience, focus, and confidence, offering leaders tools to persist under pressure and manage competing priorities. Such training may strengthen engagement helping leaders affirm purpose, voice concerns, and build resilience. PURPOSE: To test whether higher attendance (“dose”) in weekly sessions predicted greater engagement gains in senior health care leaders. METHODS: …

Accuracy Of The Garmin Instinct For Heart Rate Monitoring During Forearm Exercise With And Without Blood Flow Restriction, Danilo Dullas, Clifford Sanders, Yahtziri Martinez, Tevin Perez, Alana Tucker, Amelia Wolfe, Juni Timmins, Catalina M. Kerwin, Kynlee Sperry, Cannon Jones, Heather Zent, Sam Brinkerhoff, Setareh Zarei, Jeff Guzman, Rodolfo I. Mejia, Nathaniel Bodell, James W. Navalta, Merrill Funk, Jeffrey Cowley, Marcus M. Lawrence

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Wearable devices are widely used to monitor heart rate (HR) during exercise, but their accuracy under blood flow restriction (BFR) remains uncertain. Because BFR is increasingly applied in rehabilitation and strength training, accurate HR monitoring is essential for both safety and prescription. The PURPOSE of this study was to evaluate the reliability of the Garmin Instinct smartwatch for measuring HR during forearm exercise with and without BFR, compared to a chest-strap criterion device. METHODS: Twenty-three healthy adults (9 females, 14 males; mean age = 24.74 ± 8.19 years) participated in a repeated-measures design. After providing consent and being fitted with …

Validity Of The Polar Verity Sense In Measuring Heart Rate During A Hand Grip Assessment With Blood Flow Restriction, Jeff Guzman, James W. Navalta, Marcus M. Lawrence, Nathaniel Bodell, Jeffrey Cowley, Setareh Zarei, Rodolfo I. Mejia, Catalina M. Kerwin, Kynlee Sperry, Juni Timmins, Cannon Jones, Sam Brinkerhoff, Danilo Dullas, Clifford Sanders, Yahtziri Martinez, Tevin Perez, Alana Tucker, Amelia Wolfe, Merrill Funk

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Blood flow restriction (BFR) training has acquired significant attention in rehabilitation and performance sciences. Polar is a popular heart rate (HR) device manufacturer, Polar Electro OY. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the validity of HR from the Polar Verity Sense biceps band vs the Polar H10 chest strap during a hand grip assessment with blood flow restriction. METHODS: Twenty-three adults (9 females, 14 males, Identified otherwise n = 0; age=24.74±8.19 years, height = 172 cm (SD =9) Mass = 79kg (SD= 18.5) were recruited via convenience sampling. Participants were asked to do a warm-up including 5-min …

The Evolution And Impact Of The Token Black Friend Trope In American Media, Sophie E. Rice, Kurt Milberger

Symposium of Student Scholars

Abstract

This research explores the history of the token Black friend trope in American media and how these misrepresentations continue to influence popular culture and negatively impact Black Americans. Historically, the token Black friend stereotype singles out Black characters to fill gaps in the plot through comedy, intelligence, or self-sacrifice, all while being excluded from the white protagonist’s larger narrative. The prevalence of this trope is apparent through several contemporary and classic examples, which are used to evaluate the effects of the token Black friend trope on American culture. To deconstruct these misrepresentations, this essay supplements these examples with scholarship …

Reinforcement Learning Driven Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Of Dental Caries Prevention Policies Under Uncertainty, Pritam Deb, Christina Scherrer Phd, Lin Li Phd

Symposium of Student Scholars

Dental caries remains one of the most common chronic diseases in American children and young adults. Dental sealants can prevent up to 80% of cavities, yet there is little guidance on when to apply or reseal them. Existing economic evaluations typically compare static strategies or sweep through fixed predictive-model thresholds using finite-horizon markov models or discrete-event simulation, but they do not adapt large-scale data-driven decisions for finding high-risk individuals from a large population. We propose a two-stage framework that integrates machine-learning (ML) risk prediction, microsimulation, and model-based reinforcement learning (RL) to identify cost-effective, state-dependent sealant policies. In stage one, we …

Ach Health Hotline: Summary 2025

CompassPoint

Each summer, camp health and leadership teams encounter a wide range of challenges that reflect the complexities of creating safe, supportive environments for young people. Camps experience moments of uncertainty—health concerns, behavioral issues, environmental emergencies, and emotional struggles. The Alliance for Camp Health (ACH) Health Hotline is a vital resource supporting camps by offering real-time guidance, reassurance, and problem-solving.

This summer’s hotline calls tell the stories of how health staff navigated physical health challenges, from directors seeking clarity regarding care protocols to communities facing natural disasters, heat waves, and unexpected illnesses. Each caller received support, encouragement, and guidance to improve …

Seizures In Camp Settings, Sandra Shapiro, Taylor Gilman, Tamar Sternfield, Jolie Skivington

CompassPoint

Managing seizures in the summer camp environment presents unique challenges, requiring not only medical attention but also empathy and understanding from both peers and caregivers. Approximately 0.5–5% of children and adolescents will experience at least one afebrile seizure by adolescence and there is a 3.6% risk of experiencing at least one seizure in an 80-year-lifespan (Murphy et al., 1995 as cited in Wilfong, 2025). Recognizing how to support a child with seizures during the camp season is essential to promoting their safety and well-being while also ensuring they have a positive and inclusive camp experience.

Camp Staff Self-Care: What Are We Encouraging, What Are We Observing?, Megan Owens, Alexandra Skrocki, Melissa Van Scoy

CompassPoint

Self-care is widely discussed within nursing literature, most often referencing a patient’s ability to care for themselves or address their own needs when dealing with chronic illnesses and diseases (Kickbusch, 1989; McCormack, 2003). Social movements related to women’s empowerment, health and wellness, and the COVID-19 pandemic expanded this research toward understanding how self-care practices combat stress and negative emotions among employees in helping professions (Martinez et al., 2021). Summer camp work may be considered a helping profession given the level of care and responsibility attributed to camp staff.

Understanding Lyme Iaci: Implications For Camp Nurses, Mary Tobin

CompassPoint

Lyme Infection-Associated Chronic Illness (Lyme IACI) is a term adopted by the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) to describe persistent, often debilitating symptoms that follow Lyme disease infection. Affecting an estimated 10–20% of individuals treated for Lyme disease, Lyme IACI includes fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, cognitive dysfunction, and sleep disturbances that can last months or even years despite standard antibiotic therapy (NASEM, 2025). Unlike acute Lyme disease, Lyme IACI is not well understood and lacks validated diagnostic tools or biomarkers, making it a challenge to diagnose or treat for clinicians and caregivers—especially those working with children in …

Health Center Staff I: Where We Are Now And Considerations For The Future, Tracey Gaslin, Beth Schultz, Ann Laske, Alexandra Skrocki

CompassPoint

Having appropriate and qualified healthcare staff aligns with safe, well-coordinated services. When a camp identifies what health services they wish to provide (e.g., screening, medication management, delegation, documentation, communicable disease planning), they are better able to determine who has the appropriate education and credentials to provide those services. Additional variables to consider when making decisions about camp healthcare staff include the camp’s distance from higher-level care, risks associated with camp activities, and populations being served.