The effects of cognitive restructuring of post-exercise mood

This study examined the effects of a cognitive strategy, involving the use of positive coping statements and negative-thought reframing, on post-exercise mood and rating of perceived exertion (RPE). The effects of listening to music during exercise were investigated on the same variables. [This is an excerpt from the abstract. For the complete abstract, please see the document.

America's Giving Challenge: Assessment and Reflection Report

Provides an overview of Case's 2007-08 online Giving Challenge and its impact on grassroots fundraising. Outlines the types of participating causes, charities, and donors; characteristics of successful efforts; lessons learned; and recommendations

America's Giving Challenge 2009: Assessment & Reflection Report

Based on a survey of participants and "conversational case studies," outlines lessons learned about social media outreach and giving contests, such as winners' common attributes, fundraisers' online media adoption, and best practices in vetting contests

A comparison of selected nutritional parameters between wild and domestic meats

Many dietary factors, especially fat, are likely to influence the risk of cardiovascular disease by, amongst others, their effects on blood cholesterol concentration. The aim of this study was to analyse the lipid, energy and protein concentrations of local South African game in comparison to domestic meats. Fatty acid profiles were determined by chloroform-methanol extraction and gas chromatographic analysis. Total protein concentrations were determined by the Lowry Method. Energy analysis was performed using bomb calorimetry. Although no consistent, distinct differences between all the wild and domestic South African meats were found, individual differences were noted within and between species. Therefore, no general consumption recommendations can be made, but some wild meats appear to be more in line with general health recommendations than domestic meats

Practice-based competencies for accreditation of and training in graduate programs in genetic counseling

In January 1996, the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) adopted 27 practice-based competencies as a standard for assessing the training of graduate students in genetic counseling. These competencies were identified and refined through a collective, narrative process that took place from January through November 1994, and included directors of graduate programs in genetic counseling, ABGC board members and expert consultants. These competencies now form the basis of the document “Requirements for Graduate Programs in Genetic Counseling Seeking Accreditation by the American Board of Genetic Counseling” (American Board of Genetic Counseling, 1996). The competencies are organized into four domains and are presented and discussed in this article.Peer Reviewedhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/44929/1/10897_2005_Article_BF01408656.pd

Validation of lay‐administered mental health assessments in a large Army National Guard cohort

To report the reliability and validity of key mental health assessments in an ongoing study of the Ohio Army National Guard (OHARNG). The 2616 OHARNG soldiers received hour‐long structured telephone surveys including the post‐traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) checklist (PCV‐C) and Patient Health Questionnaire – 9 (PHQ‐9). A subset ( N  = 500) participated in two hour clinical reappraisals, using the Clinician‐Administered PTSD Scale (CAPS) and the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM (SCID). The telephone survey assessment for PTSD and for any depressive disorder were both highly specific [92% (standard error, SE 0.01), 83% (SE 0.02)] with moderate sensitivity [54% (SE 0.09), 51% (SE 0.05)]. Other psychopathologies assessed included alcohol abuse [sensitivity 40%, (SE 0.04) and specificity 80% (SE 0.02)] and alcohol dependence [sensitivity, 60% (SE 0.05) and specificity 81% (SE 0.02)].The baseline prevalence estimates from the telephone study suggest alcohol abuse and dependence may be higher in this sample than the general population. Validity and reliability statistics suggest specific, but moderately sensitive instruments. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd .Peer Reviewedhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/106694/1/mpr1416.pd

Surveillance for Anthrax Cases Associated with Contaminated Letters, New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania, 2001

In October 2001, two inhalational anthrax and four cutaneous anthrax cases, resulting from the processing of Bacillus anthracis–containing envelopes at a New Jersey mail facility, were identified. Subsequently, we initiated stimulated passive hospital-based and enhanced passive surveillance for anthrax-compatible syndromes. From October 24 to December 17, 2001, hospitals reported 240,160 visits and 7,109 intensive-care unit admissions in the surveillance area (population 6.7 million persons). Following a change to reporting criteria on November 8, the average of possible inhalational anthrax reports decreased 83% from 18 to 3 per day; the proportion of reports requiring follow-up increased from 37% (105/286) to 41% (47/116). Clinical follow-up was conducted on 214 of 464 possible inhalational anthrax patients and 98 possible cutaneous anthrax patients; 49 had additional laboratory testing. No additional cases were identified. To verify the limited scope of the outbreak, surveillance was essential, though labor-intensive. The flexibility of the system allowed interim evaluation, thus improving surveillance efficiency

Long-Term Prognosis for Clinical West Nile Virus Infection

Patients recovering from West Nile virus infection may experience sequelae for months