MODES OF TRANSMISSION OF VIRUS CAUSING COVID-19 Modes of transmission of the COVID-19 virus Respiratory infections can be transmitted through droplets of different sizes: when the droplet particles are ˃5-10 μm in diameter they are referred to as respiratory droplets, and when then are ˂5μm in diameter, they are referred to as droplet nuclei.1 According to current evidence, COVID-19 virus is primarily transmitted between people through respiratory droplets and contact routes.2-7 In an analysis of 75,465 COVID-19 cases in China, airborne transmission was not reported.8 Droplet transmission occurs when a person is in in close contact (within 1 m) with someone who has respiratory symptoms (e.g., coughing or sneezing) and is therefore at risk of having his/her mucosae (mouth and nose) or conjunctiva (eyes) exposed to potentially infective respiratory droplets. Transmission may also occur through fomites in the immediate environment around the infected person.8 Therefore, transmission of the COVID-19 virus can occur by direct contact with infected people and indirect contact with surfaces in the immediate environment or with objects used on the infected person (e.g., stethoscope or thermometer). Airborne transmission is…
Legalization of Marijuana in the US The illegality of marijuana is outrageous, an impediment to full utilization of a drug which helps produce the serenity and insight, sensitivity and fellowship so desperately needed in this increasingly mad and dangerous world. Marijuana also is known as cannabis, are the leaves of cannabis Sativa plant that is used as a drug that can be smoked or consumed to create a feeling of being euphoric. The most common way to use it is by smoking, whereby it is rolled into a cigarette joint added into a cigar casing to form a joint. It can be used as a recreational drug hence its long history of use for medical purposes, and even though it has not yet been approved by the FDA, many states in the US have legalized marijuana for the medical purposes. Classified as a schedule one controlled substance, marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug globally.Additonally, it has both positive and negative effects such as reduced side effects linked to hepatitis C and increase the effectiveness of treatment, lowered arterial…
the harmful effects of lacking mental health professionals Dear Principal, I want to bring to your attention the harmful effects of lacking mental health professionals, especially in school districts that serve low-income, students of colour. Many teachers and administrators would agree to the point that every school district should have at least one or two mental health professionals to help these students get through the many challenges they face in life, especially the students of colour. Research on this topic shows that many students of colour are subjected to suicidal thoughts and actions (Atkins et al., 2008). They eventually end up killing themselves due to lack of someone to assist them with the many issues they face that causes mental health problems.. First, I want to explain how the harm of lacking mental health professionals came about. It will shade some light as to why the school districts will need mental health professionals, especially in schools with low-income, students of colour. Since the slavery era, it gave rise to racism, which is still experienced by these people in the…
Peer review on Travis’ Paper:Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) What is PTSD: Post-Traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder formed by traumatic events that people experience. The cause may be a single event such as rape, an experience such as war or a long term experience such as domestic violence. When thinking of PTSD people often relate the disorder to soldiers returning from war because of what they experienced, but soldiers are not the only people that are affected by post-traumatic disorder. This disorder can be caused by many different traumatic events other than war, such as; natural disasters, rape, terrorist attacks, serious accidents and other violent personal assaults. According to the American Psychiatric Association (APA), “post-traumatic stress disorder affects 3.5 percent of adults and one in eleven people will be diagnosed with PTSD in their lifetime” (American Psychiatric Association). With post-traumatic stress disorder, the affected people tend to have intense disturbing thoughts linked through the traumatic event they experienced during their life and can last long after the event has finished. The American Psychiatric Association lists some ways…
Create a Personal Branding Statement and LinkedIn Profile Brand Statement Do you want to live a full filed life? Sometimes it’s all about finding the right person to help you accomplish that. Jane Joy, a nutrition and fitness coach and new owner of the Peace Love and Life, holistic wellness shop, provides expert training and consulting services on matters of life. Her brand statement: ” feel empowered to live today like there is no tomorrow” is entirely different than anything used by her peers, yet it delivers her message. As a certified personal trainer, she aims to improve lives through spiritual awareness, exercise, and nutrition. Her compelling but straightforward statement fits perfectly with her brand’s goals. The report encourages her audience to have peace with themselves and with others, to love, and to believe in themselves. These actions help establish her brand because they help people overcome their life issues. Jane struggled with hatred in the past, and she put a lot of effort into getting where she is, her strong belief in positivity helped fuel her growth. She tells…
Public Health Practice and PolicyMap Due: Sunday April 05, 2020 before 7:59 PM Instructions: Using the PolicyMap Interface, you are required to generate a 3-layer map, export it, and include it in your report. In this report, you need to define and discuss the layers you select – both the data set in which they are derived, and a discussion of why you selected them. You must also select an area for analysis – it does not need to be Louisville, but it should be no larger than at a state level. Discuss not only why you selected the layers you chose, but what information and conclusions can only be established by reviewing them together.[unique_solution] You will be completing this second project and report as an individual, not as a team, and off-campus access to PolicyMap has been established through university libraries. This report should be detailed and comprehensive, a minimum of 1200 words in addition to the map itself. Feel free to use external maps or data sources in addition to PolicyMap to inform your project and report, just…
LIPOZENE BENEFITS, SIDE EFFECTS AND MORE There are numerous ways of losing weight, something many people around the world are aiming to achieve. In choosing a weight-loss method or routine, there are several essential facts to keep in mind including; the possible side effects of the said method, the cost, the time it will take, and the success behind the technique. Of the many ways available to lose weight, one of the most effective and preferred by many people is by use of diet pills. Lipozene is one of the readily available, extensively used dietary pills across the globe, with proven results. In this feature, we highlight the benefits of Lipozene, if there are any side effects and why you should opt for this method. What is Lipozene? Lipozene is a dietary weight loss supplement that contains glucomannan, a water-soluble fiber, as the main ingredient. Glucomannan is extracted from the roots of a plant known as konjac. The Konjac plant is also known as elephant yam. The most notable fact about glucomannan fiber is in its ability to effectively and…
LIPOZENE VS BURN XT There are several types of supplementary dietary pills all aimed at helping you shed off that excess fat efficiently and effectively. While there are several products in the market, it is essential to take note of several factors before settling on any medium as your method of weight loss. Some of the crucial factors to keep in mind include the effectiveness of the product, the possible side effects, cost implications and their availability. Some of the notable dietary supplementary pills with proven success stories in the market include Lipozene and Burn XT. In this feature, we highlight to you the similarities and differences in function, side effects, effectiveness and dosage of Lipozene versus Burn XT. What is Lipozene and Burn XT? Lipozene is a renown and acclaimed dietary supplement made out of highly effective natural products whose primary goal is to help in weight loss. The main ingredient of Lipozene is glucomannan fibre, which is a super water-absorbent agent, on which the entire function of the dietary pill is derived from. By acting as a water-absorbed…
A Summary of Joshua Beharry’s “Lost in the Gap” “Lost in the Gap” is documented by Joshua Beharry, who confesses about his struggle in getting treatment for his severe depression. Beharry’s journey in seeking help for his mental issues began while he was still a student at UBC. Appointment sessions with Counselling Services were barely possible due to Beharry’s busy school schedule as well as tight appointment bookings the counseling services had. Beharry was forced to search for assistance beyond the student health services. However, a private psychologist was costly, and his student health plan could only cater for a few sessions, which was not enough for Beharry. Apart from difficulties in booking appointments with the Counselling Services at UBC, Beharry faced other barriers before getting the help he needed. While seeking a private psychologist, Beharry found it difficult finding information about individual practitioners and their specialty. Besides, he was not sure if he should look for help from a psychiatrist or psychologist. Also, his student health plan was not enough to cover for the expensive private counseling sessions.…
Sickle-Cell Disease Sickle cell disease (SCD) is one of the most common genetic blood disorders that affect the hemoglobin where red blood cells change from their standard round shape to crescent-like shape. As a result of alteration in form, it becomes problematic for the red blood cells to course liberally through blood vessels, and the body destroys them quicker than usual, causing Anemia as the body recognizes the difference as an abnormality. People born with SCD have parents with sickle traits, or in much rarer cases, one parent has a sickle cell trait while the other parent has a beta-thalassemia trait (Yates, 2016). Although some people with sickle traits are generally in good physical shape, they can pass the defective gene to their children, especially during pregnancy. Additionally, if a baby is born with only one flawed hemoglobin trait, the baby only becomes a carrier of the sickle cell disease but does not develop the SDC symptoms. Although Hispanic, middle eastern, or people with Asian back grounds are at risk of inheriting the disease, statistics show that African Americans are…