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Human Trafficking, Katelyn H. Kennedy, Kylie S. Dobbs, Hannah L. Peters

Introduction to Public Health Posters

Human trafficking is a current problem that health professionals, such as pharmacists, should be aware of. This poster was created as a group project by pre-pharmacy majors and exhibited to faculty and graduate pharmacy students. The primary purpose of the project was to learn about human trafficking as a public health concern, increase awareness, and search for ways to reduce the problem. The poster highlights the different forms of human trafficking and what determinants of health apply to this problem. It also seeks to show how human trafficking relates to the pharmacy profession.

Texting And Driving: A Grave Mistake, Hayley Trout, Faith Stewart, Zachariah Bevins, Kortney Frederick

Introduction to Public Health Posters

Texting and driving is a more prevalent problem today than most people realize. Even worse is the fact that it's even a problem for those who drive safely; those around them aren't always making the same choices. Some groups of people are more likely to drive than others depending on social factors, individual behavior choices, policy, and biology and genetics. While this might not have anything to do with prescriptions, it does have to do with pharmacy. A pharmacist is responsible for educating the community and keeping those within it healthy. They have the potential to make a lasting impact …

Antibiotic Resistance, Karley J. Trow, Parker N. Savard, Marylou Mumme, Brandon M. Christen

Introduction to Public Health Posters

Our poster discusses an overview of antibiotic resistance. It goes into detail about what it is, how it came to be, and what medical professionals can do in their attempt to prevent it, as well as the general public. It also discusses the impact the impact antibiotic resistance has had on pharmacy, as well as the science behind it. A few organizations working towards this problem, and who keep a close eye on this issue are mentioned as well. We also discuss the determinants of health, which is essentially what is being done about it politically, individually, and the health …

Opioid Abuse In America, Alexander Goodridge, Dalton L. Lewis, Grant B. Middleton, Rachel L. Wolthoff

Introduction to Public Health Posters

This poster examines the Opioid Abuse crisis in the United States as a whole, the poster will go into detail on the Impact the Opioid Epidemic is having on Pharmacy as well as the citizens whom are being impacted. The Poster will dive further into detail on the Policies that have impacted this Epidemic as well as where the epidemic is happen most readily. Most of all though the poster will take a look at what Pharmacists and other health professionals can do to help and better equip their patients in battling this epidemic.

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, Andrew Barnhart, Lawrence Bisong, Mckenzie Brittenham, Emma Eccher

Introduction to Public Health Posters

Waste and where it ends up is not a common discussion topic; in fact, it is often treated as a taboo subject. However, it has become necessary to examine this topic due to the growing ecological problems caused by the collection of garbage within our oceans. The Great Pacific Garbage patch, in particular, has grown quite large, and it is now affecting the health of people. This poster explores the ramifications of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. It discusses the background of the garbage patches and the impact of the issue. It also mentions the different determinants of health that …

A Request For Non-Voluntary Euthanasia In Bangladesh: A Moral Assessment, Norman K. Swazo

Bioethics in Faith and Practice

Government authorities in Bangladesh recently were placed in an awkward and extraordinary position of having to make a presumably difficult decision: how to respond to a man’s request to have his two sons and grandson euthanized. This is an extraordinary request for a developing country’s health service authorities to consider, especially in the context of a Muslim-majority population where any appeal to the legitimacy of suicide (and, by extension, physician-assisted suicide) would be automatically rejected as contrary to Islamic moral and jurisprudential principles. Here the case is reviewed in the context of arguments that engage non-voluntary euthanasia and the local …

Presumed Consent For Organ Donation: Principlism Opts Out, Ryan M. Marquardt

Bioethics in Faith and Practice

The number of available organs for transplant each year falls woefully short of the number of patients in need of donated organs in the United States. While approval numbers are very high for organ donation, the number of registered donors is much smaller. A commonly proposed solution to increase the pool of organ donors is to replace the current explicit consent policy with a presumed consent system, where everyone is considered to have consented as a donor unless they have opted out by joining a non-donor registry or by some other method. This proposal raises many ethical questions that must …

Mental Illness And The Grace Of God, Laura K. Sjoquist

Bioethics in Faith and Practice

This paper will attempt to address God's grace towards those with mental illnesses. It also attempts to provide direction in response to historical church views towards this population. Through scripture, this paper seeks to emphasize the importance of seeing a person as more than what they physically appear capable of - seeing people through God's eyes.

Biblical Ethics And Assisted Suicide, Corbett Hall

Bioethics in Faith and Practice

Physician-assisted suicide contradicts the traditional role of doctor as healer and undermines the empathetical relationship between physician and patient. Suicide is a tragedy of despair and the triumph of evil; Christian physicians should consider other means to alleviate the suffering of terminal patients.

Autonomy And Patient Care: To What Extent Should Children Make Their Own Decisions?, Heather G. Kuruvilla

Bioethics in Faith and Practice

On June 14, 2016, 5-year old Julianna Snow died at home, in accordance with her stated wishes not to return to the hospital. Julianna suffered from a severe form of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, an inherited neurodegenerative disorder which, while not always lethal,1 had weakened her body to the extent that even a cold could be fatal.

Julianna’s case raises important questions about patient autonomy and end-of-life care for children. The child did not wish to return to the hospital, and was willing to go to heaven instead.6 Though her parents respected her autonomy and honored her decision, the question remains: did …

Senior Editor's Preview, Dennis Sullivan

Bioethics in Faith and Practice

Senior Editor's Preview

2017 White Coat Ceremony Program, School Of Pharmacy, Cedarville University

2017 White Coat Ceremony Documents

No abstract provided.

2017 White Coat Ceremony Invitation, School Of Pharmacy. Cedarville University

2017 White Coat Ceremony Documents

No abstract provided.

Evaluation Of The Anticancer Activity Of Bioactive Fraction G Extracted From Pavetta Crassipes In Malignant Brain Tumor Cell Lines, Rachel M. Wilcox, Eric Huseman, Stacy Lin, Belinda O. Darkwah, M. O. Emeje, K. S. Gamaniel, A. Orisadipe, N. Enwerem, B. A. Kefas, Rebecca J. Gryka, Denise Simpson, Samson Amos

Pharmaceutical Sciences Faculty Publications

Objective: Natural products have served as sources of lead compounds that are commonly used in the treatment of human diseases including cancer. Pavetta crassipes has been widely demonstrated to have ethnopharmacological potential in the management of malaria, gastrointestinal conditions, central nervous system behavioral disorders, hypertension, and cancer. The goal of our study was to evaluate the biological and molecular effects of Fraction G, obtained from the plant Pavetta crassipes, on glioblastoma invasive growth and survival.

Methodology: The antiproliferative effects of Fraction G, obtained from Pavetta crassipes, was evaluated using the trypan blue exclusion, (3-(4, 5-Dimethylthiazol- 2yl)-2, 5-Diphenyltetrazolium Bromide; MTT), and …

The Antiproliferative And Apoptotic Effects Of Apigenin On Glioblastoma Cells, Trevor Stump, Brittany Santee, Lauren P. Williams, Rachel Kunze, Chelsae Heinze, Eric Huseman, Rebecca J. Gryka, Denise Simpson, Samson Amos

Pharmaceutical Sciences Faculty Publications

OBJECTIVES: Glioblastoma (GBM) is highly proliferative, infiltrative, malignant and the most deadly form of brain tumour. The epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) is overexpressed, amplified and mutated in GBM and has been shown to play key and important roles in the proliferation, growth and survival of this tumour. The goal of our study was to investigate the antiproliferative, apoptotic and molecular effects of apigenin in GBM.

METHODS: Proliferation and viability tests were carried out using the trypan blue exclusion, MTT and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) assays. Flow cytometry was used to examine the effects of apigenin on the cell cycle check-points. …

The Engineering Of A Microscale Niche To Test A Novel Anti-Cancer Agent, Dominic M. Halsmer, William Ranahan, Alexander C. Mills

Christian Engineering Conference

Cutting-edge biomedical research often relies on innovative tools from the field of engineering. Some of these tools are designed to investigate or probe a niche, analyzing its characteristics and affordances. Other devices are engineered to create a niche in which a specific, unique interaction can take place, while the outcomes are carefully monitored. This paper will focus of the latter and, more specifically, the production of a niche for inducing promising interaction between cancer cells and certain types of fungi. Preliminary research suggests that when maintained in close proximity to breast cancer cells, mushroom mycelia secrete compounds which trigger the …

Current Trends In Cancer Support Within The Religious Community, Ched E. Spellman, Luke M. Tse, Andrew W. Wonders, Karen Wonders, Brittany Stout

Biblical and Theological Studies Faculty Publications

Living with cancer is associated with significant psychological strain. The prevalence and severity of this distress varies according to the time, type, and stage of cancer, as well as other variables including treatment regimen, side effects, and prognosis. More often than not, these struggles are neglected as part of the traditional cancer care plan. Yet, if left unaddressed, emotional strain can add to the suffering caused by cancer by negatively affecting treatment compliance. Faith communities, such as churches, provide an ideal atmosphere to serve and support individuals battling cancer. However, research indicates that spiritual care is often a neglected component …

School Of Pharmacy Class Of 2017 Hooding Program, Cedarville University

Doctor of Pharmacy Hooding Ceremony

No abstract provided.

School Of Nursing Class Of 2017 Hooding And Pinning Program, Cedarville University

B.S.N. and M.S.N. Academic Celebrations

No abstract provided.

The Correlation Of Free Health Screenings At Community Pharmacies On Diabetes, Anna M. Staudt, Jessica E. Amtower, Jeniffer George, Nicholas C. Daniels, Jacques N. Allou, Emily M. Laswell, Jeb Ballentine

Pharmacy Practice Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

The Science Of Singing: A Voice Lesson From Anatomy And Physiology, Gracie Bennett

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

The voice is the oldest instrument in existence. Throughout its history, there have been many vocal performances practices. The purpose of my research is to show the correlation between modern vocal practices and the current medical technology available to help us understand the physiology of the voice. I am studying and analyzing the vocal performance and pedagogical practices from the early church to present day. I want to know why these vocal strategies have changed over time. There have been several different schools of thinking in regards to vocal practices. From the Italian style bel canto singing that was widely …

Patients’ Perceptions Of Pharmacist Intervention Through Pre-Screened Medication Therapy Management Service, Danielle E. Baker, Colin J. Behm, Bryan Feldmann, Jeremy Flikkema, Thaddeus T. Franz

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

Background: The continued challenge of time commitment in a community pharmacy setting is reported by pharmacists as the single largest setback in providing quality patient care. Additionally, when efforts are made by pharmacists to intervene on a patient’s therapy through medication therapy management (MTM), patient “no shows” further challenge an already busy community pharmacy world. Many studies show the value of a pharmacist-patient relationship. However, continued barriers prevent the value of this relationship to take full effect. While numerous methods of comprehensive medication review take place, the issue of establishing a model that best suits the needs of community pharmacy …

The Effectiveness Of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy On Management Of Symptoms In Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients, Miriam J. Morris, Bernadette F. Rowe, Jessica L. Stauf

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

Objectives: To carry out a systematic review of literature examining the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) alongside pharmacological treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms compared to pharmacological treatments (standard care) without CBT.

Methods: The Iowa Model of Evidence-Based Practice to Promote Quality Care was used as the theoretical framework for this review of literature. Databases utilized: CINAHL, OneSearch, PubMed, and MedLine. The inclusion criteria for this search were: CBT as an intervention, articles published within 2006-2016, and English full text articles.

Exclusion criteria were: participants less than 18 years of age, interventions other than CBT, or any other type …

E,E-Farnesol Inhibits Swarming Motility In Burkholderia Cepacia Through Rhamnolipid Production, Stephanie E. Nicholls, Alayna N. Sanderson, Andrea P. Schwartz, Lauren E. Ward, Jessica N. Weisensee, Molly Yandrofski, Tracy L. Collins

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

Burkholderia cepacia and Candida albicans both exhibit cell-to-cell communication through the use of quorum-sensing molecules (QSM) known as autoinducers. E,E-farnesol is a QSM produced by C. albicans which regulates its conversion from yeast to mycelium. Because there is a positive correlation between the presence of B. cepacia and C. albicans in the lungs of individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF), we examined whether E,E-farnesol had an effect on swarming motility in B. cepacia. Swarming motility was inhibited when B. cepacia was exposed to 250 µM of E,E-farnesol. In addition, there was a 26.8% decrease in rhamnolipid production when cells were grown …

2017 Symposium Overview, Cedarville University

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

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Employing “Fdalabel” Database To Extract Pharmacogenomics Information From Fda Drug Labeling To Advance The Study Of Precision Medicine, Ryley B. Uber, Hong Fang, Zhichao Liu, Joshua Xu, Shraddha Thakkar, Shashi Amur, Padmaja Mummaneni, Minjun Chen, Baitang Ning, Steve Harris, Guangxu Zhou, Leihong Wu, Paul Howard, Weida Tong

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

Pharmacogenomics (PGx) focuses on how genomics and genetic variants (inherited and acquired) affect drug response. A better understanding of the association between genetic markers and individual phenotypes may improve therapy by enhancing drug efficacy, safety, and advance precision medicine. The FDALabel database (https://rm2.scinet.fda.gov/druglabel/#simsearch-0) was developed from the FDA's Structured Product Labeling (SPL) repository to allow users to perform full-text and customizable searches of the labeling section {e.g. Boxed Warning, Warning and Precautions, Adverse Reaction (AR) sections}. In this study, 48 known biomarkers were used to query PGx relevant contents from the FDALabel database, including Indication, Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Studies, and …

Stress And Sleep Quality: Mediating Effects Of Social Support, Felisha L. Younkin, Elizabeth A. Axtell, Chelsea R. Anderton

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

Stress is defined as the “nonspecific response of the body to any demand made upon it” (Kohn & Frazer, 1986). Stress is among the top five threats to academic performance among college students (Pettit & DeBarr, 2011). The purpose of the study was to investigate whether stress affects perceived sleep quality, as mediated by social support, and to determine whether stress levels vary based on academic major. Using ANOVA in SPSS 24, we tested three hypotheses: stress and sleep quality are negatively correlated, social support mediates the relationship between stress and sleep quality, and stress levels will vary by academic …

Relationship Quality Of Siblings Attending The Same University, Ashley M. Belles

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

This phenomenological qualitative study explores the relationship quality of siblings who both attend Cedarville University. This study seeks to identify commonalities and key components to close sibling relationships. The desire to attend the same school, or remain close to a sibling was explored, as well. Questions specifically focused on family life growing up, and current family life, while attending Cedarville University. These questions were designed to gain background information, while also gaining insight to current relationship quality and conflict. Some themes that have emerged are similarities in sibling roles based on birth order, and influencing each other in making morally …

Developmental Results Of Military Kids’ Upbringing: A Qualitative Analysis, Michael W. Firmin, Taylor E. Hobbs, Aubrey Gillette, Hannah Grammer

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

In the present qualitative study, researchers focused on the similarities among college-aged military kids due to similar upbringings and shared experiences. The study was conducted through semi-structured interviews in which participants were asked to draw conclusions between past experiences and present attitudes. Researchers found major themes during the interviews and the themes of military pride, respect, and acculturation are the focus of the current presentation.

The Effects Of Square-Stepping Exercise On Risk Of Falling And Balance In Senior Adults, Grace A. Miorelli, Michaela Nelson, Elizabeth A. Sled, Benjamin T. Massa, Mackenzi J. Clemens, Hope E. Mccoll, April D. Crommett

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

As people age, their body systems gradually deteriorate. Muscle function and the vestibular system slowly deteriorate leading to lower body instability. Older adults who struggle with dizziness and imbalance are more prone to falling. Dizziness and imbalance cause falls, and falls are the leading cause of hospitalization and accidental death in older adults (Shinichi & Tatsuya, 2015). It is possible to prevent and reduce the risk of falls through balance training. It is crucial that older adults take the steps needed to improve their balance and therefore reduce their risk of falling. PURPOSE: To evaluate the effect of a 10-week …