Entries by Daphne Hanson

Norrie’s disease

Discuss and summarize the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatments, inheritance, and the overall impacts(physical, psychological, and social) of Norrie’s disease.

Strengths and weaknesses in uncovering the value of an item

1. Case Study: Auctions and Dynamic Pricing Overview There are many types of auctions, each with strengths and weaknesses in uncovering the value of an item. Auctions are widely used in finance, e-commerce, and e-games. They are also widely used to generate revenue for not-for-profit organizations. The following video describes auctions as price discovery mechanisms: […]

Adverse health outcomes among the town’s residents

If you were the state epidemiologist and it was suspected that smoke from the local toy factory was connected to adverse health outcomes among the town’s residents, what type of cohort study would you conduct to further investigate this concern? Why? What limitations exist in your choice of study? Remember to cite sources where necessary. […]