Entries by Daphne Hanson

Racial and ethnic differences in delinquency

What are some of the reasons that have been advanced for racial and ethnic differences in delinquency? Why is the link between race and delinquency controversial? Does controversy similarly characterize the links between age, gender, and social class and delinquency? Why?

Sources of information about healthcare trends

Research news and other sources of information about healthcare trends in the United States. Describe one trend and at least three implications the trend could have for financial planning within a healthcare organization, such as a hospital or clinic. Include why the trend could have those implications. Support with researched and cited statements while following […]

The Montreal Protocol and Kyoto

The Montreal Protocol and Kyoto Protocol are focused on Earth’s atmosphere. Describe the international action required by the Montreal Protocol and the ultimate goal of this treaty. What are two ways the Kyoto Protocol and the Montreal Protocol are similar, and what is one way they are different?

International treaties and protocols

Many international treaties and protocols aim to protect biodiversity around the world. Describe two ways the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) helps to protect species. Describe The Ramsar Convention promotes international cooperation for the conservation of wetlands. What are two reasons that international management might be appropriate for wetlands? What are the […]

Discuss the value of studying the natural sciences

Discuss the value of studying the natural sciences for everyone, not just scientists. Why might it be important for individuals and society to understand the science related to current events and contemporary issues? Consider a recent event, either in your personal life or in the news. In a few sentences, describe how basic knowledge of […]

Professional issues facing epidemiology

Discuss how epidemiology is used in evaluating the efficacy of both health services and programs for screening and early detection of disease. How is epidemiology used in the development of health policy? Specifically focus on prevention policies (COVID-19), risk assessment, and health policy law and ethics. What are some major ethical and professional issues facing […]

The development of both clinical and public health policy

Given the pivotal position of epidemiology in the development of both clinical and public health policy. And its implications for environmental regulation, individual lifestyle changes, and modifications in clinical practice, the findings from epidemiologic studies attract widespread attention and high public visibility. Within this context, please explain how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way […]

The effect of occupational chemical exposure

To examine the effect of occupational chemical exposure on the occurrence of bladder cancer, a study was done in 2015 using data from 1980 to 2014. In 1970, a total of 3080 exposed men and 4051 unexposed men were classified using type-of-job and union records (all the men were members of a particular union). All […]

Risk factor for subsequent leukemia

A study examined the relationship between a mother having influenza during pregnancy and a subsequent diagnosis of leukemia or lymphoma in the child. The general design used cancer registry records to ascertain outcomes and birth certificates to record birth dates. Public health records of severe influenza seasons were also examined. Assigning children who were not […]

Global funding strategy

a) Design a global funding strategy for pediatric palliative care and nurse-managed healthcare clinics that address and facilitate the following issues: i) Access to necessary services ii). Healthcare cost containment III). Minimized opportunities for fraud and abuse IV) Existence within the current US healthcare delivery system and legal and political environments. b). Consider who should […]