Steatotic liver disease, including metabolic dysfunction associated steatohepatitis (MASLD) and metabolic associated alcoholic liver disease (MALD), is a common cause of liver test abnormalities in the United States. Risk factors such as obesity and metabolic syndrome can lead to advanced fibrosis a

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Risk management in environmental geography and disaster management involves assessing the potential losses from hazards, evaluating vulnerability and exposure, and implementing strategies to mitigate risks. It includes calculating risk, dealing with risk through acceptance, avoidance, reduction, or

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This presentation delves into flood risk assessment using HEC-FDA software, covering topics such as defining flood risk, components of uncertainty, consequences of flood risk, and methods to assess flood risk including hydrology, hydraulics, geotechnical, and economics. It explores the intersection

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The natural history of disease development outlines the progression of a disease in an individual without intervention, from exposure to outcome. Learning objectives include defining prevention terms, understanding disease severity, prevention levels, and intervention measures. Studying disease prog

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Epidemiology is the study of disease patterns, factors influencing disease occurrence, and the core functions of surveillance, field investigation, and analytic studies. It involves understanding disease characteristics, natural history, and evaluating the effectiveness of activities to mitigate dis

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Country risk analysis is crucial for multinational corporations (MNCs) to assess the potential impact of a country's environment on their financial outcomes. It includes evaluations of political and economic risks in foreign operations. Sovereign risk, political risk characteristics, and factors are

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Test your knowledge on heart disease with this Heart Health Jeopardy game. Learn about heart disease facts, statistics, risk factors, and common types of heart diseases. Understand the importance of recognizing heart attack symptoms and the significance of factors like high blood pressure, high chol

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Explore the significance of adopting a One Health approach to zoonotic disease risk assessment and communication in the context of emergency health situations. The session emphasizes core capacities required by the International Health Regulations (IHR) 2005, effective risk communication processes,

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Tyzzer's disease is an acute bacterial infection affecting rodents and rabbits, caused by Clostridium piliforme. Discovered in 1917 by Ernest Tyzzer, the disease is characterized by necrotic lesions in the caecal mucosa, liver, and heart. Initially known as Bacillus piliformis, it was later renamed

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Project risk management involves minimizing potential risks and maximizing opportunities through processes such as risk management planning, risk identification, qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, risk response planning, and risk monitoring and control. Quantitative risk analysis assesses t

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This article discusses disease control processes in epidemiology, including reducing disease incidence, duration, and transmission. It covers public policy interventions, elimination, eradication, and extinction of infectious agents. It also highlights preventable causes of disease and different lev

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A cluster randomised controlled trial is being conducted to test an intervention aimed at reducing cardiovascular disease risk for individuals with severe mental illnesses in primary care settings. Led by Professor David Osborn at UCL Division of Psychiatry, the study is funded by the National Insti

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Patients with coronary artery disease should be screened for peripheral vascular disease as it is a frequent integrator of global cardiovascular risk. The association of atherosclerosis in various arterial diseases highlights the importance of identifying multisite artery disease. The prevalence and

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The Human Disease Symptom Network (HSDN) is constructed using a large-scale medical bibliographic records database to form a network of human diseases based on symptom similarities. By integrating disease-gene associations and protein-protein interaction data, correlations between symptom similarity

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Descriptive epidemiology involves the study of disease occurrence and distribution in populations. It focuses on describing patterns of disease occurrence based on who gets sick, where rates are highest and lowest, and temporal patterns of disease. Descriptive studies are essential for public health

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Columnaris disease, also known as Saddleback disease, is a common bacterial infection in fish that is often brought about by poor handling and high stress levels. This disease manifests as tail and fin rot, leading to rapid fish mortality. The causative organism, Cytophaga (formerly Flexibacter), is

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Explore the essential concepts of risk in finance, such as risk definition, risk profiles, financial exposure, and types of financial risks. Learn about risk vs. reward trade-offs, identifying risk profiles, and tools to control financial risk. Understand the balance between risk and return, and the

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This comprehensive presentation explores the intricacies of risk and return assessment in the realm of financial management. Delve into understanding risk concepts, measuring risk and return, major risk categories, and the impact of risk aversion on investment decisions. Gain insights into the manag

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The European Grid Infrastructure (EGI) Foundation conducts risk assessments and implements security controls in collaboration with the EOSC-hub project. The risk assessments involve evaluating threats, determining likelihood and impact, and recommending treatment for high-risk threats. Results from

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This session delves into the world of risk management and portfolio analysis at the programme/project level, specifically focusing on the Risk Management Unit of the United Nations Somalia. It covers enterprise risk management standards, planned risk management actions, the role of RMU, joint risk m

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Alcohol consumption is linked to an increased risk of various cancers, including mouth, throat, esophagus, breast, liver, and colorectal cancers. Factors such as ethanol, acetaldehyde, nutrient absorption, estrogen levels, and liver cirrhosis play a role in this risk. Even light drinking can elevate

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This informational resource delves into various aspects of disease frequency, effect measures, and impact, covering key terms like exposure and disease. It also discusses important measures like incidence rate, prevalence rate, and risk difference. Examination questions related to the incidence and

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Explore the latest findings from the Alzheimer's Disease Genetics Symposium 2019 on disease mechanisms, drug targets, and genetic pathways. Dive into the progress made by the Alzheimer's Disease Genetics Consortium over the past decade. Transition to a Genome-Wide Association Study uncovering suscep

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Establishing a program for newborn screening of sickle cell disease is crucial for early identification and intervention, reducing associated mortality and morbidity. Key principles and practices, including the importance of analytical validity and safe interventions, underscore the need for informe

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Risk is a concept integral to decision-making in various aspects of life. This resource explores how risk is defined in the real world, its relevance in the classroom, and strategies for teaching risk literacy to students. It delves into the multiple definitions of risk, risk analysis, and the emoti

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Tick-borne diseases, particularly Lyme Disease, pose a significant health concern in the United States. Learn about the various diseases transmitted by infected ticks, the rise in Lyme Disease cases, who is at risk, and the symptoms to watch out for. Discover the basics of Lyme Disease, including it

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Dr. Somen Banerjee, Director of Public Health in London Borough Tower Hamlets, highlights the concerning liver disease mortality rates in the area, with high incidence of cirrhosis, cancer, and hepatitis B and C. The data reveals a significant burden of liver diseases such as Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liv

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) encompasses Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), chronic conditions with immunologic basis. This article delves into the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and differences between CD and UC, highlighting clinical features, pathology, and complications like a

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Heart disease is a prevalent global issue, with cardiovascular diseases leading to millions of deaths annually. Lifestyle modifications, including dietary changes, play a crucial role in managing heart health. Despite being mostly preventable, cardiovascular disease remains a significant cause of mo

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Mad Cow Disease, or BSE, is an incurable and fatal brain disease caused by prions affecting cattle. It can be transmitted to humans through contaminated meat, leading to vCJD. While rare and non-contagious, it poses a serious health risk with no known treatment. The disease progresses slowly, affect

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Experimental studies involve the investigator assigning exposures and following subjects to observe disease development. Different types of experimental studies exist, such as preventive and therapeutic types, each with its limitations, including ethical concerns and challenges in recruiting subject

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Explore the development of market risk appetite goals and how to define and establish organizational risk tolerance. Learn about the Classic Simplified View of Risk Tolerance and different methods to determine risk appetite. Discover the importance of assessing market risk impact and aligning risk t

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Risk management plays a critical role in the success of corporations, with strategy and risk being intertwined. This presentation delves into definitions of key terms such as risk appetite, the Risk Appetite Cycle, characteristics of a well-defined risk appetite, and the importance of expressing ris

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This content provides an in-depth exploration of managing risk, security planning, and risk appetite in the context of cybersecurity. It covers essential concepts such as risk management process, threat types, risk analysis strategies, vulnerability assessment, and risk mitigation techniques. The ma

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Risk Factors Analysis aims to identify students at risk of attrition before they even arrive on campus by evaluating academic, financial, minority, and first-generation factors. The method involves choosing specific risk factors, tracking historical prevalence, calculating relative risk, and predict

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Fabry's disease is a rare X-linked lipid storage disorder characterized by deficient lysosomal alpha-galactosidase A activity. This condition primarily affects males, leading to chronic kidney disease and progression to end-stage renal disease. Kidney involvement is a critical aspect, and high doses

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Cohort studies play a crucial role in epidemiology, allowing researchers to assess the relationship between exposure and disease risk. By describing different study designs, calculating risks, and understanding population at risk, valuable insights are gained to prevent adverse health outcomes. Risk

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In this risk assessment training session held on November 23, participants reviewed the process of writing and reviewing risk assessments to enhance the quality of assessments for safer scouting experiences. The training aimed to improve leaders' skills and confidence in risk assessment practices wh

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Viral pathogenesis involves the process by which a virus leads to disease, exploring the interplay between viral and host factors. It encompasses the concepts of virulence, viral disease, and the effects on infected cells and the host's immune response. Changes within infected cells, including cell

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This content provides detailed information on exposure risk levels in the workplace, including medium, low, high, and very high risk classifications. It explains the requirements and training needed for each risk level, as well as how to determine exposure risk levels based on tasks, work environmen

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