An Examination of Sexuality in Women with an Elevated Risk for Breast Cancer Development

Medical advances have been made that allow for the early detection of breast cancer. It is even possible to identify women who have an increased risk of breast cancer development. These advancements categorize a group of women who must then live with a high-risk diagnosis. Many of these women are still young and may be particularly susceptible to negative influences, including those related to sexuality. It is important for healthcare providers to be aware of any special needs these women may have related to their high-risk status. The purpose of this study is to explore the potential needs this population may have in regard to sexuality. A secondary analysis of a larger breast cancer study was done comparing factors related to sexual function, sexual satisfaction, and body image between high risk and normal risk women. This quantitative study included 166 participants, 93 with an increased risk for breast cancer and 73 without an elevated risk. The original study was based on the Theory of Unpleasant Symptoms and utilized questionnaires to allow for self-reporting of alterations in sexuality. These included the Female Sexual Function Index, items from the primary researcher’s urogenital atrophy questionnaire, and items from the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy, Breast with Endocrine subscale. Although the distribution of responses was not significantly different, several notable trends were observed. Responses that indicated comparatively poorer outcomes for high risk women were seen on several items including those regarding feelings of sexual attractiveness, feeling like a women, and happiness with sex life. These results indicate that there may be unique healthcare needs for women with an elevated breast cancer risk. More research must be done to determine what additional support this population may need and to evaluate potential interventions.No embarg

Verbena bracteata Lag. & Rodr.

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Profitability of Irrigated Improved Pecan Orchards in the Southern Plains

The objective was to determine if an irrigated improved pecan orchard is economical relative to agronomic systems commonly implemented by producers that have access to irrigation. Results show that the improved pecan orchard is more profitable than competitive enterprises after a twenty year time frame, but is sensitive to pecan price, pecan yield and attitude toward risk.Profitability, Irrigated, Pecan, Orchard, Southern Plains, Crop Production/Industries, Farm Management, Land Economics/Use, Production Economics, Risk and Uncertainty,

Geology of the Peebles Quadrangle, Adams County, Ohio

Author Institution: Department of Geology, Eastern Kentucky UniversityThe rock sequence exposed in the Peebles quadrangle, Adams Co., Ohio, consists of over 240 m of Ordovician through Mississippian age rocks. These carbonate rocks, shales, and sandstones have been subdivided into 13 formations. Units which have been recently recognized in this area include the Bull Fork Formation (Upper Ordovician), the Preachersville Member of the Drakes Formation (Upper Ordovician), the Drowning Creek Formation (Silurian), and the Three Lick Tongue of the Chagrin Member of the Ohio Shale (Upper Devonian). These strata generally dip 6—8 m per km to the east, but the dip increases to 10—11 m per km in the southeast portion of the quadrangle. The increase in dip is due to the Adams Co. monocline. The monocline is thought to be the result of draping of Paleozoic rocks over a possible basement fault

A preliminary design study of a laminar flow control wing of composite materials for long range transport aircraft

The results of an aircraft wing design study are reported. The selected study airplane configuration is defined. The suction surface, ducting, and compressor systems are described. Techniques of manufacturing suction surfaces are identified and discussed. A wing box of graphite/epoxy composite is defined. Leading and trailing edge structures of composite construction are described. Control surfaces, engine installation, and landing gear are illustrated and discussed. The preliminary wing design is appraised from the standpoint of manufacturing, weight, operations, and durability. It is concluded that a practical laminar flow control (LFC) wing of composite material can be built, and that such a wing will be lighter than an equivalent metal wing. As a result, a program of suction surface evaluation and other studies of configuration, aerodynamics, structural design and manufacturing, and suction systems are recommended