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Recent public health emergency trends in Africa

The recent public health emergency trends in Africa, as highlighted by Ayesha Kadir from Save the Children, reveal concerning issues such as climate change exacerbating crises, collective violence affecting communities, and millions of children dying annually from preventable causes. The Greater Hor

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Healthcare Provider Webinar: Updates on TB Surveillance & Vaccination Errors

Explore the latest updates on TB Immigration Medical Surveillance in the Middlesex-London region and changes to the program. Learn how to manage TB assessments for low-risk clients and get insights on the Vaccine Preventable Disease Team's special presentation on immunization errors. Enhance your kn

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Impact of Evidence-based Supported Employment on Health and Social Determinants

Providing evidence-based supported employment can positively impact social determinants of health by addressing economic stability, reducing risk factors for preventable illnesses, and improving access to quality healthcare. Employment plays a crucial role in mental health intervention and can help

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Understanding Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI)

Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI) are medical incidents that occur after immunization, potentially caused by the vaccine, leading to unfavorable symptoms. Pharmacovigilance plays a crucial role in detecting, assessing, and preventing these events. AEFI can impact immunization programs at

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Challenges in Reproductive Health and Maternal Care in the U.S.

Reproductive health and maternal mortality rates in the United States have raised concerns, with significant disparities across racial and economic lines. Maternal mortality has surged, with preventable deaths comprising a high percentage. Financial barriers hinder access to care, leading to skipped

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Models and Concepts of Disability: Understanding the Disability Process and Components

Exploring various models and concepts of disability, this content delves into the disability process, including definitions, components, and interactions outlined by Nagi, IOM, and the ICF model. It highlights the perspective that disability is not inherent to the individual and can be preventable a

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Falls Prevention in Older People: Key Concepts and Strategies

Falls prevention in older people is crucial due to the high prevalence of falls in this age group, leading to injuries, disabilities, and increased healthcare costs. Key concepts include recognizing falls as a significant threat in later life and identifying intrinsic and extrinsic factors contribut

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Making Informed Vaccine Decisions for Your 2-Month-Old Infant

Congratulations on your infant reaching 2 months! Learn about the importance of vaccines and how to make informed decisions regarding vaccinating your baby. Access valuable resources from CDC to understand vaccine benefits and risks. Still unsure? Get familiar with vaccine-preventable diseases and h

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The Harsh Reality of Smoking: A Global Health Concern

Smoking, encompassing cigarettes, cigars, and water pipes, remains a significant public health issue causing millions of deaths annually. The prevalence of smoking, especially in low-middle-income countries, poses a grave threat to individuals worldwide. Moreover, the dangers of secondhand smoke and

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Preventing Kidney Injury: Counseling High-Risk Patients on NSAID Use

Understand the impact of drugs on kidney function, identify patients at risk for acute kidney injury (AKI), and learn key opportunities for pharmacists to educate and prevent NSAID-induced AKI. AKI is common and preventable, particularly among elderly patients and those with diabetes, hypertension,

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HEEADSSS Social History for Young People - Importance and Implementation

Taking a social history is crucial for identifying and intervening in risky behaviors among young people, which can lead to preventable health risks and mortality. The HEEADSSS framework provides a structured approach to gathering information on various aspects of a young person's life, enabling hea

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Understanding Disease Control and Prevention in Epidemiology

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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Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE) Overview

The Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE) is a key advisory group of the World Health Organization (WHO) established in 1999 to offer policy and strategy advice on vaccines and immunization. SAGE advises on vaccine-preventable diseases, monitors the Global Vaccine Action Plan, a

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Understanding Medication Errors in Pharmacovigilance Centers

Adverse drug reactions resulting from medication errors are a significant concern faced by pharmacovigilance centers. This content discusses the importance of this problem, contributing factors, the relevance to pharmacovigilance centers, and strategies for managing medication errors. It highlights

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Tactical Combat Casualty Care for Medical Personnel - Introduction to Tactical Field Care

Tactical Combat Casualty Care for Medical Personnel provides guidelines for Tactical Field Care, emphasizing the importance of perimeter security, recognizing altered mental status, and disarming casualties. It covers prioritization of treating life-threatening conditions, triage considerations, and

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Safe Stars Initiative - Promoting Safety in Youth Sports Organizations

The Safe Stars Initiative is a safety recognition program for youth sports organizations, aiming to standardize safety measures to protect young athletes. It offers Gold, Silver, or Bronze designations and addresses important injury topics like concussions, sudden cardiac arrest, emergency action pl

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Importance of Dental Mouth Guards in Wrestling

Dental mouth guards play a crucial role in protecting athletes, especially wrestlers, from preventable injuries such as dislodged teeth, concussions, broken teeth, and more. This article discusses the necessity of wearing mouth guards during sports activities to safeguard the teeth, mouth, and head

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Understanding the New Jersey Patient Safety Act and Reporting Process

The New Jersey Patient Safety Act, enacted in April 2004, aims to enhance patient safety, minimize adverse events, and improve system/facility performance. It emphasizes confidentiality, promotes a blame-free culture, and encourages evidence-based practices. Healthcare facilities, including ASCs, ar

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Understanding the Kentucky Immunization Registry (KYIR)

The Kentucky Immunization Registry (KYIR) is a confidential, population-based database that records all immunization doses administered by participating providers. It follows patients from birth to death, providing tools such as patient immunization histories and dose forecasting. KYIR helps improve

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Enhancing AFP Surveillance for Polio Eradication in East Africa

This presentation discusses the importance of Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance in detecting poliomyelitis cases, with a focus on the National Stop Transmission of Polio Mission in Kasese District, Uganda. The goal is to eradicate poliovirus through strategies such as immunization campaigns

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Understanding the Impact of Congenital Syphilis in Indiana

Social Vulnerability in Congenital Syphilis cases among mothers in Indiana is a pressing issue. Despite being preventable, the rise in cases signals a failure in detection and care systems. The trend of increasing cases is associated with a rise in infectious syphilis among women. This qualitative a

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Comprehensive Care Model for Sickle Cell Disease Management

Comprehensive care is crucial for managing sickle cell disease, the most common haemoglobinopathy worldwide. Despite advancements in high-income countries, challenges persist in low and medium-income nations, leading to preventable deaths, especially in Africa. A comprehensive care approach has sign

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Understanding Medication Errors in Healthcare

Medication errors are preventable mistakes in medication use that can lead to patient harm. Factors contributing to these errors include human-related, system-related, and medication-related issues. Human-related factors involve providers and patients being overworked, under-trained, or distracted,

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Child Death Review Project in Western Cape

The Child Death Review Project presented by Prof. Shanaaz Mathews focuses on child murders in the Western Cape region, aiming to address the high child homicide rates and improve coordination between health, police, and social services to prevent further child deaths. By developing intersectoral res

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Extreme Heat Preparedness and Impacts: CERT Hazard Annexes

Introduction to CERT Hazard Annexes focusing on extreme heat, discussing heat-related illnesses, impacts of extreme heat, and preparedness measures including insulation, window protection, and attic fans. The content emphasizes the preventable nature of heat-related illnesses and the vulnerabilities

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Preventable Adverse Event Reporting 2016 Spring Update Summary

Annual Survey process, assessment of harm, reportable PAEs, differences between SREs and HACs, selected Tier 2 and 3 PAEs, 2015 PAE findings, case scenarios/FAQs, Report No. PAEs timeline, available resources on PAE website, upcoming training information, and contact details for questions and suppor

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Prevention of Surgical Site Infections: Key Factors and Recommendations

Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a significant concern in healthcare settings, with 25% of healthcare-associated infections being SSIs. They are preventable, but still pose challenges due to multifactorial causes. Risk factors include uncontrolled diabetes, obesity, smoking, and length of preoper

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Understanding Cataracts: Causes, Effects, and Treatment

Cataract is a common eye condition characterized by clouding of the lens, leading to gradual vision loss. It is the third leading cause of preventable blindness and is typically treated with surgery. Various factors, such as aging, trauma, and toxic exposures, contribute to the development of catara

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Maternal & Child Health: Understanding and Addressing Health Behaviors and Risks

Explore the critical aspects of maternal and child health, such as factors affecting pregnancy, maternal mortality, preconception health care, and ways to improve the well-being of women, infants, and children. Understand the social and physical determinants impacting maternal and child health and l

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Fife Health and Wellbeing Workshop - Ambitions and Participants

The Fife Health and Wellbeing Workshop aims to address preventable ill health and promote high-quality outdoor and leisure opportunities for all communities. The workshop features a support team comprising policy leads, a chair, a communications lead, a community lead, and a facilitator. Key partici

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AI in Fall Prevention Among the Elderly: Overview & Progress Report

Falls among the elderly are a significant concern globally, with preventable factors causing a substantial burden. This presentation outlines the work of TG-Falls, focusing on AI applications for fall prediction and detection. Key topics covered include the group's purpose, contributors, AI tasks, s

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Ecological Factors and Climatic Influences on Plant Life

Ecological factors play a crucial role in shaping the environment for organisms to thrive. This includes living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) components like climatic factors, edaphic factors, topographic factors, and biotic factors. Climatic factors such as light, temperature, water, wind, and

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Lessons Learned from Maternal Health Community Health Club Implementation

Explore lessons learned from implementing a Maternal Health Community Health Club aimed at reducing maternal mortality, highlighting definitions, statistics, contributing factors, and the impact on communities. Insights from the Joint Biennial Report of 2019 cases emphasize preventable factors and d

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Strategies to Reduce Preventable Emergency Room Visits

Implementing best practices and state approaches can help in reducing the overuse of emergency rooms by addressing factors like lack of primary care, substance abuse, and mental health issues. Initiatives such as electronic health information exchange and patient education play a crucial role in red

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Economic Development and Non-Communicable Diseases: Analyzing the Impact

This paper explores the economic dimensions of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as alcohol, tobacco, junk food, and lack of exercise, which are largely preventable factors affecting economic development. Key concepts like unwholesome goods, demand and supply irrationality, and market power are

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Understanding Factors and Prime Factors in Mathematics

Explore the concept of factors and prime factors through practical scenarios involving Jedward, stationary supplies, and school choirs. Learn how to find factors of numbers like 18 and 30, identify prime numbers, write numbers as products of prime factors, determine common factors, and calculate low

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Population-based Outcome Measures: Healthy Days at Home and Preventable Admissions

The content discusses population-based outcome measures focusing on Healthy Days at Home (HDAH) and Potentially Preventable Admissions (PPA). It explores the direction for Medicare quality measurement, emphasizing the importance of these measures in evaluating healthcare quality. The concept, calcul

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Understanding Heart Health and Disease Prevention Through Diet

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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Child Death Annual Report Overview in North East London Boroughs

This report presents data and insights from the Child Death Overview Panel (CDOP) for the boroughs of Waltham Forest, Tower Hamlets, Newham, City, and Hackney in North East London. It covers the period from April 2021 to March 2022, highlighting notifications and reviews of child deaths, modifiable

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Understanding Risk and Protective Factors in Preventing Violence Against Women

Violence against women is preventable, and understanding risk and protective factors is crucial in developing effective prevention strategies. This WHO curriculum focuses on enhancing protective factors, minimizing risk, and implementing prevention programs to address violence against women. It high

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