Gender Inequality in Education

Education in the United States despite governmental acts to create gender equality within all classroom environments still manages to produce unequal opportunities based on gender.https://digitalcommons.tacoma.uw.edu/gender_studies/1071/thumbnail.jp

Reducing Healthcare Costs in New York with Syringe Exchange Program Implementation

This paper explores the cost-effectiveness of New York State-approved syringe exchange programs (SEPs), and provides an estimate of the annual savings in healthcare costs due to these programs. The research utilizes the simplified circulation model that estimated cost savings in Laufer’s (2001) study, however with the most recent data. The cost-effectiveness analysis used data provided by seventeen SEPs, as well as published data for the most recent 12-month period available, and treatment costs from the literature. An estimated 1,608 human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cases are averted annually in the injection drug user (IDU) population, which translates to about $51,754,152 in treatment cost savings each year due to syringe exchange programs in New York. This research further demonstrates the cost-effectiveness of syringe exchange as prevention strategy

10 Day Nutritional Assessment for a Female College Athlete

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The Effectiveness of Topical Application of Cannabinoidon DOMS in Collegiate Athletes Measured by Neuropathic Pain Scale

The purpose of this study was to further the research on the influence of using CBD on delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). It was hypothesized that CBD would have a positive effect on athletes’ recovery process from DOMS induced exercises. It remains important for athletes and practitioners to know the potential benefits of topical CBD in the treatment for and recovery from strenuously repetitive exercise.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/exercise-science-research-proposal-posters/1095/thumbnail.jp

How Life During a Pandemic May Have Contributed to Homicide in Houston, Texas

This study offers an examination of a sample of 150 homicides in Houston, Texas in 2020 as described by local news sources. The purpose was to understand dynamics that may explain what appears to be an increase in domestic disputes that led to increases in homicides. This mixed method study utilized content analysis that included quantifying the patterns of concepts in the news reports to isolate racial, gender and location factors. Data are displayed in tables and figures to illustrate patterns and regression analyses indicate predictive relations. The study is important given the recent homicide increases during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the substantial impact on families and communities. The data reveal that domestic disputes and access to firearms are evident in the increases. The study offers implications for micro and macro responses involving media coverage, interpersonal communication, community programming and messaging, law enforcement engagement, and justice system reforms

Routine, Opt-Out HIV Testing in a rural emergency department

There are approximately 1,800 people living with HIV in eastern North Carolina and are unaware of their infection. A decade ago, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued revised recommendations to routinely test for HIV in various settings, including emergency departments. We used those guidelines to test adults, treat those unaware of their infection, and re-link others to care

The Benefits of Physical Activity in Patients With Parkinson’s Disease

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Gaydulting Episode 1: Interview with David Valls-Manclus

In this episode, co-hosts Ciarra Jaszay and Jane Pappas interview David Valls-Manclus, a young professional working at the University of Maine. They discuss queer identity, international politics, the concept of authenticity, and much more! Cover art: Adam Arthurs Co-hosts: Jane Pappas and Ciarra Jaszay Guest: David Valls-Manclus Special thanks to the staff of the Rainbow Resource Center and the Office for Student Life at the University of Maine

Las cofradías de la Península Ibérica en la Baja Edad Media

27 p. -- Bibliogr.: p. 24-27El objetivo del presente trabajo es comprender algunos aspectos de las cofradías en la Baja Edad Media, con particular referencia a sus finalidades, su organización interna y los requisitos exigidos a sus miembros. El contexto medieval ibérico permite un análisis comparativo entre distintos territorios. Aunque el caso castellano será nuestro principal objeto de análisis, consideraremos también ejemplos concernientes tanto a la Corona de Aragón como al reino de Navarra. Los diferentes estudios examinados, nos conducirán a entender las cofradías y hermandades como un mecanismo clave del fenómeno asociativo bajomedieval. Afincadas tanto en territorios rurales como urbanos, estas agrupaciones tejieron una red de socorros mutuos entre individuos, lo que las llevó a arraigarse fuertemente en la sociedad hasta día de hoy. La composición eminentemente laica de estas asociaciones convierte el estudio de estas agrupaciones en un marco privilegiado desde el que estudiar las mentalidades medievales, ya que tras las razones para asociarse convergen diferentes motivaciones y preocupaciones individuales, así como familiares, entre ellas las de tipo devocional o asistencial. Además, consideraremos el papel que las mujeres tuvieron en estas asociaciones. Finalmente, trataremos de entender algunos aspectos generales de las cofradías de oficio, puesto que un análisis exhaustivo de estos casos superaría nuestro marco de trabajo

A Comparison of Functional Movement Screens between Genders for NCAA D1 Swimmers

A Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is a way to analyze movement patterns and observe mobility and stability deficits. The FMS test consists of a deep squat, hurdle step, incline lunge, shoulder mobility, active straight-leg raise, trunk stability, and rotary stability movement patterns. The score of the FMS can range from 0-3, 0 being the lowest. In this study, researchers compared FMS scores between male and female, NCAA, D1, swimmers. According to Anderson et. al (2015), Healthy secondary school female athletes scored lower on the total composite than healthy secondary school male athletes. Females also scored lower on the following individual FMS tasks: inline lunge and trunk stability push-up. Healthy secondary school female athletes scored 14 or less on the FMS total composite score and significantly lower in general compared with healthy secondary school male athletes, which suggests these female athletes may be at higher risk for injury. Factors that may contribute to increased injury risk include deficits in mobility, core stabilization, and coordinated movement patterns. According to Johnson et. al (2021), there were significant differences between male and female athletes when analyzing the FMS scores. Females scored higher on the incline raise and active straight- leg raise, whereas males scored higher on the trunk stability pushup. However, there were no significant differences when comparing deep squat, shoulder mobility, hurdle step and rotary stability assessments. Research has shown that males scored higher on the incline lunge and trunk stability pushup, and females scored higher on flexibility. Considering the findings of Taylor et al (2019); Anderson et al. (2015); and Johnson et al. (2021), it is hypothesized that females would score higher on the Functional Movement Screening test (FMS) due to more optimal mobility in the shoulders, hips, and knees. The purpose of this study is to identify the physiological differences in flexibility, coordination, and stability among male and female swimmers.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/exercise-science-research-proposal-posters/1125/thumbnail.jp