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Study: College Students Seek More Help For Alcohol Than Drugs

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:02:51 +0100

BOSTON (CBS) – It’s not shocking to hear that drinking among college students is a problem. But, a new report by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services reveals some eye-opening numbers on the seriousness of the crisis. The report looked at the number of young people who were treated for a substance abuse problem, and found that alcohol abuse, and not drug abuse, was the biggest problem for college students. WBZ-TV’s Kate Merrill reports var videoCanvas = new WNVideoWidget("WNVideoCanvas", "wnVideo_6718073");videoCanvas.SetWidth(320);videoCanvas.SetHeight(240);videoCanvas.SetVariable("clipId", "6718073");videoCanvas.SetReportingKeywords("CBS.BOSTON");videoCanvas.SetAdvertisingZone("CBS.BOSTON/worldnowplayer");videoCanvas.SetVariable("offFaceColor", "afaeae");videoCanva...

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Terrence Higgins Trust launches free course to help gay men get the most out of sex

Terrence Higgins Trust — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:49:31 +0100

HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust is launching two free sexual health workshops for gay and bisexual men in the West Midlands during March. The workshops, called ‘Curious Cupid’ and ‘Sex Toy Story’, aim to fill any gaps in knowledge that men might have when it comes to safer sex and sexual health. Both sessions are free, confidential and will take place at Terrence Higgins Trust’s centre in Coventry. ‘Curious Cupid’ will be held on Thursday 15 March from 6.45pm - 9pm and ‘Sex Toy Story’ on Thursday 29 March from 6.45pm - 9pm. Both sessions will be followed by a chance for men to socialise and receive further information and advice on Terrence Higgins Trust’s services and support. Sex education in schools and colleges is not consistent, and few cou...

Member of the Endocrinology and Diabetes SCE Examining Board

Society for Endocrinology — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0100

The Society for Endocrinology, the Association of British Clinical Diabetologists and the Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK are inviting applications for the above position to commence in 2012. A copy of the remit and responsibilities of the examining board and requirements of potential applicants can be found on the MRCP website. Expressions of interest (in the form of a single side of A4 resume that includes a statement of interest) should be submitted to Abhi Vora (abhi.vora@endocrinology.org) by 30 March 2012. (Source: Society for Endocrinology)

NACDS Foundation awards 58 scholarships, plans $750,000 more in grants

Drug Topics - Top News — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation has awarded 58 scholarships – totaling $190,000 – to pharmacy schools representing 42 colleges and schools of pharmacy, the foundation announced. (Source: Drug Topics - Top News)

Five Colleges of Veterinary Medicine Form Regional Consortium

PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:00:14 +0100

Inaugural Meeting, Facilitated by Pfizer Animal Health, Offers Collaboration on Advancement of Initiatives Pivotal to Development of the Veterinary Profession(PRWeb February 02, 2012)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/2/prweb9162703.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)

Cancer Center, in Suit, Claims Ex-Official Took Research

NYT Health — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:55:00 +0100

The president of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Dr. Craig B. Thompson, is in a billion-dollar dispute with his former workplace over accusations that he walked away with research. (Source: NYT Health)

Research Excellence Framework panel criteria published

MEDEV News — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:56:03 +0100

The final criteria and working methods that the Research Excellence Framework (REF) panels will use when assessing research are published today. Publication of this information, by the REF team on behalf of the four UK higher education funding bodies, is a key stage in preparations for the REF. Through the REF, the quality of research in all UK Universities and higher education colleges will be assessed, and the results will be used by the UK funding bodies to allocate research funding. Universities and higher education colleges will be invited to submit their highest quality research in 36 subject groupings called units of assessment (UOAs). The submissions will be assessed by an expert sub-panel for each UOA, working under the leadership and guidance of four main panels. Today's guidanc...

Decisions on HEFCE funding for higher education 2012-13

MEDEV News — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:53:18 +0100

The Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) announced its funding decisions for higher education in England following the annual grant letter (Note 1) from the Department for Business Innovation and Skills (BIS) and subsequent decisions by the HEFCE Board. This announcement covers HEFCE funding for the academic year 2012-13 (Note 2). The overall level of government support for teaching in universities and colleges is set to increase over the next few years as a result of higher tuition fee loans under the Government’s new finance arrangements for higher education. HEFCE’s grant will reduce accordingly, but our commitment to supporting high-cost and strategically important subjects, widening participation and smaller specialist institutions will be maintained. HEFCE...

Sugar - Attacking Health Globally

Health News from Medical News Today — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:00:00 +0100

A recent study published in Nature by Robert Lustig, MD, Laura Schmidt, PhD, MSW, MPH, and Claire Brindis, DPH, and colleges at the University of California, San Francisco, reveals that sugar is as dangerous when over-consumed as tobacco or alcohol, and should be used in moderation. The authors say that sugar is contributing to the global obesity rates, which account for 35 million deaths a year world-wide from health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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Medical royal colleges divide over Health Bill

HSJ — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0100

There is a deepening split in the position taken by the medical royal colleges towards the Health Bill. (Source: HSJ)

Keeping Opportunities in Place: The Influence of the Rural Community College Initiative

Rural publications via the Rural Assistance Center — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:45:26 +0100

Provides an assessment of the Rural Community College Initiative (RCCI). RCCI was a national demonstration program at 24 community and tribal colleges started in 1994 that worked to help community colleges in distressed rural areas to expand access to postsecondary education and help foster regional economic development. -- American Association of Community Colleges (Source: Rural publications via the Rural Assistance Center)

How to make your JISC funding bid stand out from the crowd

MEDEV News — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:51:43 +0100

Are you looking to secure JISC funding this year? As competition grows for funds, our advice on successful bidding can help you make a strong application.Sarah Porter, director of innovation at JISC, said: “We want to attract bids from a wide range of universities and colleges, those that know JISC well and others that might be bidding for the first time or need additional help with their application. We know bidding for funds is a time-consuming process and we are therefore aiming to give organisations the best possible chance of being successful in their applications.”JISC advice for successful bidding includes:* Describe how your proposed project meets the criteria set out in the call* Demonstrate how your idea is aligned with the objectives of your college or institut...

Political Science | Women and Faith: Law Fuels Contraception Controversy on Catholic Campuses

NYT — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:00:58 +0100

Many Catholic colleges are pushing back against a ruling by the Obama administration that the new health care law requires insurance plans at Catholic institutions to cover birth control. (Source: NYT)

Royal colleges step up Health Bill opposition

Healthcare Republic News — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:33:00 +0100

The Royal College of Radiologists has joined the Royal College of Nurses (RCN) and the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) in opposing the Health and Social Care Bill. (Source: Healthcare Republic News)

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Political Science | Women and Faith: Law Fuels Contraception Controversy on Catholic Campuses

NYT Health — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:32:06 +0100

BMA and royal colleges 'to continue talks' over Health Bill opposition

Healthcare Republic News — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:23:00 +0100

The BMA, the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) and the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges have agreed to continue talks about their 'approach to the Health Bill' after a meeting on Thursday. (Source: Healthcare Republic News)

Royal colleges will 'continue dialogue' on reform

HSJ — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:03:00 +0100

The government looks to have avoided a major rebellion from the influential royal colleges over its plans to overhaul the NHS. (Source: HSJ)

RCN warns Lansley of nurse backlash but chance of anti bill consensus recedes

Nursing Times Breaking News — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:01:00 +0100

The Royal College of Nursing has rejected suggestions it has weakened its opposition to the health bill, despite the apparent failure of the royal colleges to agree a consensus at the end of last week. (Source: Nursing Times Breaking News)

Unions to hold reform summit with royal colleges

HSJ — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:36:00 +0100

Health unions and royal colleges will hold a summit tonight to discuss the government’s controversial reforms of the NHS. (Source: HSJ)

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Health groups to discuss NHS plans

Nursing Times Breaking News — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:19:00 +0100

Health unions and Royal Colleges will hold a summit tonight to discuss the government’s controversial reforms of the NHS. (Source: Nursing Times Breaking News)

DNA sample to be taken from students before allowed to take SAT college entrance exams

NaturalNews.com — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Standardized testing is a common method by which colleges and universities evaluate the competency of applying high school students. But an increasing amount of students are cheating on such tests, which has caused lawmakers in New York to consider actually harvesting... (Source: NaturalNews.com)

Code of Conduct for Healthcare Managers

NHS Networks — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

Working with the Medical Royal Colleges, the RCN and others IHM's new Code of Conduct lays out expected behaviours from those managing healthcare services, and GGI commends all boards to ensure that their own managements have signed up to these. GGI Chief Executive Andrew Corbett-Nolan said 'Good governance isn't only about structures and systems, it is about ethics and behaviours too. This IHM initiative is essential, and we see no good reason why all NHS boards should not ask their senior teams to sign up to this new Code. Indeed, we see this as a critical element to maintaining the NHS reputation during the coming difficult years'. (Source: NHS Networks)

Media Watch: January gloom continues as colleges are next to oppose bill

HSJ — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:20:00 +0100

‘Blue Monday’ might have been last week but the downbeat mood has continued for many in the media coverage of the health service. (Source: HSJ)

Funding for higher education in England for 2012-13: HEFCE grant letter from BIS

MEDEV News — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:50:00 +0100

The Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) and the Minister for Universities and Science have today confirmed funding allocations to the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) for 2012-13 and the Government’s priorities for the Council for the coming year. The grant letter (note 1) confirms government funding and priorities for HEFCE and for higher education in a year when the new financial arrangements for higher education in England will be implemented. From 2012-13, universities and colleges will increasingly obtain their income for learning and teaching from publicly funded tuition fee loans. HEFCE's funding settlement reflects these new circumstances. The letter asks HEFCE to ensure a smooth transition to the new arrangements in the interests...

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BMA and royal colleges join forces to oppose Health Bill

HealthcareRepublic Pharmacist News — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:39:00 +0100

BMA leaders will meet this week with the Royal College of Nursing and other medical royal colleges to build a united front in opposition to the Health Bill. (Source: HealthcareRepublic Pharmacist News)

The benefits of consultant-delivered care

The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:05:56 +0100

This report examines the evidence for medical care being delivered by fully trained doctors who have either a Certificate of Completion of Training or Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration and are thus eligible to be on the GMC Specialist Register. i.e. consultant-delivered care. The focus of the report is on the quality, outcomes and productivity of consultant- delivered care. It comprises of a summary of written and oral evidence regarding the benefits and difficulties of consultant-delivered care as well as a literature review and commentary on the findings. Report Academy of Medical Royal Colleges - press release (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection)

Organizational- and employee-level recruitment into a worksite-based weight loss study.

Clinical Trials — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

CONCLUSIONS: Community colleges are willing partners for weight loss intervention studies, and overweight/obese employees were receptive to joining a weight loss study offered in the workplace. The results from this study are useful for planning future worksite-based weight loss interventions and research studies that achieve high participation rates at the employee and organizational levels. Clinical Trials 2012; 0: 1-11. http://ctj.sagepub.com. PMID: 22273588 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Clinical Trials)

Best Colleges for Non-Drinkers Named

About.com Alcoholism — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:01:32 +0100

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Administration Rules Insurers Must Cover Contraceptives

NYT — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:24:38 +0100

In ruling for free coverage for women, the administration rejected a broad exemption for employees of Roman Catholic hospitals, colleges and charities. (Source: NYT)

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A Nurse Need Never Forget

NYT Health — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:00:16 +0100

Technology has revolutionized nursing education. Vast amounts of information no longer need to be memorized. (Source: NYT Health)

A Bridge to Recovery on Campus

NYT Health — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:00:00 +0100

College can be harrowing for students struggling to stay clean. Special dorms offer support, and a safe haven. (Source: NYT Health)

Administration Rules Insurers Must Cover Contraceptives

NYT Health — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:37:23 +0100

In ruling that health insurance plans must cover contraceptives for women without charge, the administration also rejected a broad exemption for employees of Roman Catholic hospitals, colleges and charities. (Source: NYT Health)

Education Life Preview: A Sharper Mind, Middle Age and Beyond

NYT Health — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:24:34 +0100

How to subtract 10 years from your brain’s age? Get a college degree. (Source: NYT Health)

Two royal colleges declare opposition to Health Bill

HSJ — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:13:00 +0100

The Royal College of Nursing and the Royal College of Midwives have declared all out opposition to the government’s Health and Social Care Bill. (Source: HSJ)

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RCN and RCM harden their opposition to health bill

Nursing Times Breaking News — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:31:00 +0100

The royal colleges of nursing and midwives have openly opposed the government’s health and social care bill for the first time, and called for it to be scrapped. (Source: Nursing Times Breaking News)

UCLA joins forces with White House to meet unique needs of veterans, families

UCLA Newsroom: Health Sciences — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:00:00 +0100

As part of a White House effort to ensure that America's military heroes receive care worthy of their service, the UCLA Health System and the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA have pledged to mobilize their uniquely integrated missions in education, research and clinical care to help train physicians to meet the special needs of veterans, active service members and their families. Joining Forces, an initiative launched by first lady Michelle Obama and Jill Biden, announced last week that UCLA and a number of other renowned institutions, along with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), have partnered to help create a new generation of doctors, medical schools and research facilities tha...

Programs help foster youth achieve college success

USATODAY.com Health — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:06:12 +0100

A growing number of colleges and universities are offering more services to students who grew up in foster care. (Source: USATODAY.com Health)

Secondary transfer effects of interracial contact: The moderating role of social status.

Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

The contact hypothesis asserts that intergroup attitudes can be improved when groups have opportunities to interact with each other. Recent research extending the contact hypothesis suggests that contact with a primary outgroup can decrease bias toward outgroups not directly involved in the interaction, which is known as the secondary transfer effect (STE). The present study contributes to growing research on STEs by investigating effects among Asian, Black, Hispanic, and White undergraduate students (N = 3,098) attending 28 selective colleges and universities. Using hierarchical linear modeling, our results reveal numerous positive STEs among Asian, Black, and Hispanic college students. No significant STEs were observed among White students. Mediated moderation analyses support an attit...

Recognising and approving trainers: a consultation

MEDEV News — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 08:22:11 +0100

The General Medical Council (GMC) is proposing new arrangements for recognising and approving trainers and in particular: named educational supervisors named clinical supervisors lead coordinators of undergraduate training doctors responsible for overseeing students’ educational progress. They will use existing standards structured into seven areas. Local education providers such as hospitals and general practices would use the seven areas to show how they identify, train and appraise these trainers. Postgraduate deaneries and medical schools would then use that information to show the GMC what local arrangements are in place to meet our standards.Why the consultation should matter to you GMC believe that proposals provide a structure that will add value while involving minima...

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Richard Dawkins celebrates a victory over creationists

Guardian Unlimited Science — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:06:18 +0100

Free schools that teach 'intelligent design' as science will lose fundingLeading scientists and naturalists, including Professor Richard Dawkins and Sir David Attenborough, are claiming a victory over the creationist movement after the government ratified measures that will bar anti-evolution groups from teaching creationism in science classes.The Department for Education has revised its model funding agreement, allowing the education secretary to withdraw cash from schools that fail to meet strict criteria relating to what they teach. Under the new agreement, funding will be withdrawn for any free school that teaches what it claims are "evidence-based views or theories" that run "contrary to established scientific and/or historical evidence and explanations".The British Humanist Associati...

Characterizing Sexual Health Resources on College Campuses. - Eisenberg ME, Lechner KE, Frerich EA, Lust KA, Garcia CM.

SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated) — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 23:37:57 +0100

This observational study describes the development of the college resources and sexual health inventory, the profile of sexual health promotion resources at participating colleges, and comparisons of resources across several college characteristics. 28 div... (Source: SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated))

Experience and Opinions of 4th Year Medical Students in Acquiring Competence With Basic Procedural Skills

Journal of Surgical Research — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 22:29:02 +0100

Introduction: The Association of American Medical Colleges has identified key procedural skills that graduating medical students should acquire. Despite this educational goal, there is data to show that students are unprepared to perform even basic medical procedures upon graduation from medical school. Our aim was to characterize the experience and opinions of graduating students in acquiring these skills and elucidate predictors of competence. Methods: 156 graduating medical students were queried via online survey as to their experience, actual level of competence and desired level of competence for nine procedural skills (Foley catheter insertion, nasogastric tube insertion, venipuncture, intravenous catheter insertion, arterial puncture, basic suturing of lacerations, endotracheal intu...

Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Joins Forces with First Lady Michelle Obama to Support Veterans and Their Families- 1/12/12

Johns Hopkins Medicine News — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 20:40:27 +0100

As part of First Lady Michelle Obama’s Joining Forces initiative, the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is teaming up with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) to create a new generation of doctors, medical schools and research facilities that will make sure our military veterans and their families receive the care worthy of their service. (Source: Johns Hopkins Medicine News)

Report: Pharmacy students benefit by early introduction to MTM curricula

Drug Topics - Pharmacy News — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

Two pharmacy organizations issued a report aimed at helping colleges and schools of pharmacy develop medication therapy management curricula. The study also emphasized the importance of students learning these lessons early. (Source: Drug Topics - Pharmacy News)

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Burnham urges medical colleges to demand bill is dropped

HSJ — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:41:00 +0100

Representatives from the main royal medical colleges have met shadow health secretary Andy Burnham to discuss the possibility of a issuing a joint call for the Health Bill to be dropped. (Source: HSJ)

EU laws 'putting patients at risk'

HSJ — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:59:00 +0100

NHS patients are “at risk” because of European laws, the heads of two royal colleges have said. (Source: HSJ)

UK College of Medicine Joins National Initiative Committing to Health Care Needs of Veterans

UK College of Medicine News — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:30:41 +0100

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine has joined the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), and the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) as part of First Lady Michelle Obamas Joining Forces initiative. Together they have committed to creating a new generation of doctors, medical schools, and research facilities that will make sure our military heroes receive the care worthy of their service. (Source: UK College of Medicine News)

Report: Pharmacy students benefit by early introduction to MTM curricula

Drug Topics - Top News — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

PTSD, TBI to Get More Emphasis in Med School

MedPage Today Neurology — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 04:01:00 +0100

WASHINGTON (MedPage Today) -- More than a hundred medical colleges -- both allopathic and osteopathic -- have promised the First Lady they will include courses on posttraumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) for doctors-in-training. (Source: MedPage Today Neurology)

Ed tech provider Ascend Learning acquires 70-person Minnesota co.

bizjournals.com Health Care:Hospitals headlines — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:07:56 +0100

Advanced Informatics makes software to help schools manage evaluations, class schedules, coursework delivery, curriculum mapping and other education-related functions. Ascend Learning, a health-care-focused education technology firm with dual headquarters in Burlington, Mass. and Stilwell, Mo., has acquired 70-employee Advanced Informatics, a Minneapolis company. “Advanced Informatics is an outstanding addition to our Ascend Learning family of companies and will help us expand our partnerships with the best educators and top colleges, universities and businesses around the country,” Ascend CEO Rick Willett said in a written statement... (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Hospitals headlines)

Teaming Up to Support Rural Community Colleges

News stories via the Rural Assistance Center — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Homeroom article reports that the agencies of the U.S. Department of Agriculture are working together to support community colleges as they provide postsecondary education and career training in rural areas. Links are provided to USDA grant programs that can be useful to rural community colleges. (Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center)

Partners in D program wins AACP Award for Student Community Service

UCSF School of Pharmacy News — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:00:00 +0100

Partners in D student pharmacists counsel seniors. Partners in D, the innovative program in which UCSF student pharmacists help both underserved seniors and fellow health professionals maximize the complex Medicare Part D drug benefit, has won a national award for community service. Student teams from UCSF and three other schools of pharmacy will receive the 2011-12 Student Community Engaged Service Award from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP). A student representative and faculty advisor will be formally honored and describe the program’s community impact during a special session at the AACP’s annual meeting in July. The award, sponsored by Teva Pharmaceuticals, will also provide $16,000 to help maintain the Partners in D program momentum. (Source: UCS...

Characterizing Sexual Health Resources on College Campuses

Journal of Community Health — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:40:12 +0100

Abstract This observational study describes the development of the college resources and sexual health inventory, the profile of sexual health promotion resources at participating colleges, and comparisons of resources across several college characteristics. 28 diverse college campuses in one Midwestern state participated. 10 domains were assessed, including characteristics of campus health services (e.g. convenience), condom programs, sexual health information, communication about resources, sexual violence resources and gay/lesbian/bisexual student resources. Scores for each measure reflected the presence or extent of each resource. Summary scores were created for the overall level of sexual health resources and for each domain. T tests and ANOVAs were used to compare res...

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A Protection Motivation Theory application to date rape education. - Singh S, Orwat J, Grossman S.

SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated) — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:21:09 +0100

Date rape risk communication is a key component of education-based Date Rape Prevention Programs, common across colleges. In such programs, risk assessment in date rape is approached cautiously in order to avoid a tone of "victim blaming." Since it is impo... (Source: SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated))

Climate scientist disowned by Newt Gingrich speaks out over book spat

Guardian Unlimited Science — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:14:55 +0100

Katharine Hayhoe says the dumping of her chapter from Gingrich's book following rightwing pressure came as a surpriseA US climate scientist at the centre of a row over Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich's stance on climate change has spoken out for the first time, condemning the polarisation of the issue.Katharine Hayhoe, an atmospheric scientist at Texas Tech University, had written a chapter for Gingrich's upcoming book of essays on the environment. The chapter was aimed at climate sceptics, and those who fear it will cost too much to deal with climate change, but it was ditched by the presidential candidate after the book came under attack by rightwing talk show host Rush Limbaugh. Gingrich, desperate to shore up his conservative credentials, said of the chapter at a recent...

Alternate light sources in sexual assault examinations: An evidence‐based practice project

Journal of Forensic Nursing — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

AbstractThe ability of sexual assault nurse examiners to correctly identify and collect DNA evidence improves patient outcomes and prosecution rates. The purpose of this paper is to present findings from a collaborative evidence‐based practice (EBP) project between forensic nurses and baccalaureate nursing students. The goal of the project was to determine best practice using an alternate light source (ALS) to identify trace DNA evidence in sexual assault forensic examinations. Using the Johns Hopkins Nursing Evidence‐based Practice model, the team searched several databases to summarize the limited amount of evidence available regarding this topic. Recommendations from the EBP project include: elimination of the Wood's lamp in sexual assault examinations; use of an ALS that provides a...

The Art of Making Big Decisions

Psychology Today Relationships Center — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:22:29 +0100

Allison and Jack are deciding whether to move. They have been in their house for 5 years, they like the neighborhood, their kids have friends for easy play dates, like the school, the work commute is easy. What they don't like is the house itself - getting too small, short that extra bath - and the next door neighbors.read more (Source: Psychology Today Relationships Center)

Social Networking and Perceptions of Online ProfessionalismSocial Networking and Perceptions of Online Professionalism

Medscape Today Headlines — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 04:00:00 +0100

Is it appropriate for faculty and students to interact on social networking sites? Academic Medicine : Journal of the Association of American Medical Colleges (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

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New American Association of Colleges of Nursing Data Show Significant Enrollment Increases in Baccalaureate, Master’s, and Doctoral Nursing Degree Programs

Journal of Professional Nursing — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

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Is Eligibility for Tenure Possible for the Doctor of Nursing Practice-Prepared Faculty?

Journal of Professional Nursing — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

The purpose of this study was to determine the perceived feasibility of the eligibility for tenure being granted to nurses prepared at the doctor of nursing practice (DNP) level. An exploratory survey was conducted utilizing doctor of philosophy faculty and deans randomly chosen from the doctor of nursing program list obtained from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. A questionnaire was developed that was used to gather data regarding the perceived feasibility, benefits, concerns, and challenges inherent in the tenure process as they relate to DNP-prepared faculty in becoming eligible for tenure.The findings indicate that it may be feasible for DNP-prepared faculty to become eligible for tenure. Several benefits were cited, including recruitment and retention of qualified facu...

Human error and patient safety: interdisciplinary course.

Teaching and Learning in Medicine — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: The students showed improved knowledge and substantive skill level relative to patient safety and human error concepts. Working in interdisciplinary teams gave the students a better understanding of the role each discipline can have in improving health care systems and health care delivery. PMID: 22250931 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Teaching and Learning in Medicine)

Is eligibility for tenure possible for the doctor of nursing practice-prepared faculty?

Journal of Professional Nursing — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

Authors: Nicholes RH, Dyer J Abstract The purpose of this study was to determine the perceived feasibility of the eligibility for tenure being granted to nurses prepared at the doctor of nursing practice (DNP) level. An exploratory survey was conducted utilizing doctor of philosophy faculty and deans randomly chosen from the doctor of nursing program list obtained from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. A questionnaire was developed that was used to gather data regarding the perceived feasibility, benefits, concerns, and challenges inherent in the tenure process as they relate to DNP-prepared faculty in becoming eligible for tenure. The findings indicate that it may be feasible for DNP-prepared faculty to become eligible for tenure. Several benefits were cited, includ...

There Is Absolutely NOT a Doctor in This House!

Geriatric Nursing — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

In October 2004, the membership of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) adopted the Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) Position Statement suggesting that entry level for advanced practice nurses should transition from the master’s degree to that of a doctorate of nursing practice. This recommendation was the result of extensive study, review, and consultation with multiple stakeholders and is based on multiple concerns. Specifically, this involved a belief that practice demands and the increasingly complex health care system (even before the Affordable Care Act!) in our country resulted in a need to expand education for those who would be practicing at an advanced level. Additional rationale included such things as the finding that the number of credits within many mas...

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Development and Pilot Testing of the Faculty Advisor Evaluation Questionnaire.

The Journal of Nursing Education — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Authors: Harrison E Abstract The importance of academic advising has been established in part by its designation as an element in the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's Standards for Accreditation. In addition, academic advising plays an essential role in students' development, academic success, satisfaction, recruitment, and retention; therefore, access to valid and reliable evaluation tools is of considerable importance. The purpose of this study was to develop and pilot test the Faculty Advisor Evaluation Questionnaire (FAEQ), which is an instrument developed from qualitative nursing research. The psychometric properties were explored using face and content validity, internal consistency reliability, and principle components factor analysis. The four-factor solution o...

Teaching Clinical Skills Using Human Patient SimulationTeaching Clinical Skills Using Human Patient Simulation

Medscape Today Headlines — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Can use of patient simulation in colleges improve critical thinking skills? American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

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What's New on JEFFLINE — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:00:17 +0100

MedEdPORTAL is an archive of peer-reviewed educational materials and teaching tools. Supported by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) in partnership with the American Dental Education Association (ADEA), MedEdPORTAL provides free and open access to its resources by all academics and members of the public. Each month, it highlights outstanding recent submissions. Most recently featured:Neurogenic Shock Simulation CaseCullen Hegarty, MD Regions HospitalThis simulation case for a Laerdal SimMan is geared for residents and looks to teach learners to appropriately manage the major trauma victim with spinal cord injury and neurogenic shock… Sociocultural Women’s Health Standardized Patient Case and Student GuideCarrie Bernat, MA, MSW University of Michigan Medical SchoolT...

Nigeria: UK's Blacklist of Local Doctors

AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 09:16:36 +0100

THE recent ban imposed on doctors from nine Nigerian Medical Colleges by the General Medical Council, GMC, of the United Kingdom, UK, from seeking to register or obtain a licence to practice medicine in the UK is not unexpected but should serve as a wake up call on all stakeholders, especially proprietors of the affected institutions, to urgently address all factors that led to the ban. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)

UK Students Invited to Participate in CLARION Case Competition

UK College of Medicine News — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:31:31 +0100

University of Kentucky students from the colleges of Communications, Dentistry, Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health and Social Work are being selected to participate in the 2012 UK CLARION Competition to begin Jan. 11, 2012. The winners of the campus competition will represent UK at the National CLARION Case Competition being held in Minneapolis in April. (Source: UK College of Medicine News)

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Nigeria: Graduates of Some Medical Colleges Barred From Practising in UK

AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:11:15 +0100

Graduates of medical colleges from nine Nigerian universities seeking to register or obtain a licence to practise in the United Kingdom (UK) have been barred by the General Medical Council (GMC) of the UK. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)

New ONC Database to Track I.T. Progress to Include Some Identifiable Info

ICMCC: The International Council on Medical and Care Compunetics — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:24:43 +0100

Source: Joseph Goedert, HDM Breaking News Content: “The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology will create a new database to assess the effectiveness of ONC grants given to establish state health information exchanges, regional extension centers to help physicians adopt electronic health records, and community colleges to establish health I.T. training programs. The [...] (Source: ICMCC: The International Council on Medical and Care Compunetics)

Well Blog: Doctor and Patient: A Medical School More Like Hogwarts

NYT Health — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:01:18 +0100

At Vanderbilt Medical School, students take an active role planning activities like fun runs and cooking competitions -- as student colleges, modeled on Harry Potter, compete. (Source: NYT Health)

Doctor and Patient: Doctor and Patient: A Medical School More Like Hogwarts

NYT Health — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:01:18 +0100

At Vanderbilt Medical School, students take an active role planning activities like fun runs and cooking competitions -- as student colleges, modeled on Harry Potter, compete. (Source: NYT Health)

Best Advice on College Admissions? What To DO; Part 2

Psychology Today Parenting Center — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:56:02 +0100

Colleges and universities want to admit students who will thrive, learn, participate, and enjoy their experience; they also want students who will complete their degrees in a timely fashion. Show that you are one of them. Primary Topic: Education read more (Source: Psychology Today Parenting Center)

Job seekers: Southern, Mountain states lacking docs

Modern Medicine — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

The Northeast states have plenty of physicians for the population, but states in the South and Mountain regions are where your services are greatly in demand, according to workforce figures from the Association of American Medical Colleges. (Source: Modern Medicine)

[Editorial] Improving care for women with unwanted pregnancies

LANCET — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:02:44 +0100

Past studies on the effect of an induced abortion on mental health have been mixed in terms of their quality, findings, and interpretation. Some have shown no harm while others have found associations with mental disorders. Last week, the world's largest, most comprehensive systematic review on mental health outcomes of abortion was published by the UK Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AMRC). The review claimed to provide a definitive answer: having an abortion does not increase the risk of mental health problems. (Source: LANCET)

Understanding the US Medical School Requirements and Medical Students’ Attitudes about Radiology Rotations

Academic Radiology — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: Students, regardless of requirements, think there is value in having radiology as a regular aspect of a medical school curriculum. Medical schools should consider ways of incorporating radiology into their clinical curriculum. (Source: Academic Radiology)

Ministry of Cheer visits Bristol students to spread safer drinking messages

University of Bristol news — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:41:21 +0100

A new campaign is urging students at Bristol University to keep their festive frivolities under control this Christmas. The Ministry of Cheer is touring local universities and colleges in Bristol and South Gloucestershire, aiming to help students make safer choices when indulging this winter. (Source: University of Bristol news)

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Guidelines for Authors

Optometry - Journal of the American Optometric Association — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:01:48 +0100

Optometry—Journal of the American Optometric Association is the official publication of the American Optometric Association (www.aoa.org). The journal is provided to all AOA members as a membership benefit. Optometry is also provided to libraries, schools and colleges of optometry, medical libraries, hospitals and government agencies. (Source: Optometry - Journal of the American Optometric Association)

The Sexual Assault of Undergraduate Women at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)

Journal of Interpersonal Violence — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Although research has shown that undergraduate women are at high risk for experiencing sexual assault, little research has been conducted with undergraduate women who are attending a historically Black college or university (HBCU). The purpose of this research is to document the prevalence of different types of sexual assault among undergraduate women at HBCUs and make comparisons to data collected from undergraduate women at non-HBCUs. Data on sexual assault victimization were collected from 3,951 undergraduate women at HBCUs using a cross-sectional, web-based survey. These data are compared to data collected from 5,446 undergraduate women at non-HBCUs using the same research methods. Findings indicate that approximately 9.7% of undergraduate women at HBCUs report experiencing a completed...

Minimum qualifications in the alcohol and other drugs field: Employers' views

Drug and Alcohol Review — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusions.VET has potential to meet the increasingly complex needs of AOD work by providing ongoing certificate and diploma level training and qualifications at the vocational graduate level. However, the relatively high levels of dissatisfaction with the VET sector, and concern regarding the ability of certificate IV level training to meet the needs of the AOD workforce, warrant attention. Improved linkages and relationships between the AOD field and the VET sector could increase the quality of training provided and may assist in addressing the AOD workforce development needs.[Pidd K, Roche A, Duraisingam V, Carne A. Minimum qualifications in the alcohol and other drugs field: Employers' views. Drug Alcohol Rev 2011] (Source: Drug and Alcohol Review)

Flinn, UA name first visiting scholar

bizjournals.com Health Care:Hospitals headlines — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 21:17:39 +0100

Dr. Michael Whitcomb, former senior vice president for medical education at the Association of American Medical Colleges, has been named the first Flinn medical innovation visiting scholar at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. The Flinn Foundation and the college created the five-year visiting scholars program to bring innovators to Arizona to work in concert with the downtown Phoenix medical school. Each scholar will spend one year on a specific project. â€œThis is a phenomenal opportunity to bring a respected leader in medical education to Arizona to help develop innovative concepts for improving medical education and guide us in the present environment of seismic transformation of health care delivery,â€ said Dr... (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Hosp...

Abortion Not Linked To Mental Health Risk

Health News from Medical News Today — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100

Having an induced abortion in itself does not raise a female's chances of developing mental health problems, says a report, claimed to be the largest and most comprehensive ever, published by the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AOMRC), UK. The authors added that whether the pregnant woman decides to have an abortion or proceed with her pregnancy has no impact on health subsequent mental health. The review, carried out by the NCCMH (National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health, part of the Royal College of Psychiatrists), was commissioned by the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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Abortion 'does not raise mental health risks'

NHS News Feed — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Conclusion This is a thorough review that highlights that women with an unwanted pregnancy are at risk of adverse mental health effects, but that the decision to have an abortion or keep the pregnancy itself makes little difference to the risk of developing new mental health issues. The authors acknowledge several important limitations to their review; principally that the included studies and reviews varied in design and quality. These included differences in terms of: the mental health outcomes examined and how these were assessed variations in the way adjustments were made to account for important confounding factors that might affect results (e.g. the presence of previous mental health problems, partner violence and abuse, etc.) the comparison groups they used; for example, so...

Royal colleges beef up SAS representation

BMA daily feed — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:19:00 +0100

Academy of Medical Royal Colleges committee will address issues such as revalidation, standards, education and training (Source: BMA daily feed)

What happens after graduation? Outcomes, employment, and recommendations of recent junior/community college graduates with and without disabilities.

Disability and Rehabilitation — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: Employment prospects for junior/community college graduates with disabilities seem to be quite positive. [Box: see text]. PMID: 22149089 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Disability and Rehabilitation)

Mental risk 'same' after abortion

BBC News | Health | UK Edition — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 01:14:43 +0100

A major review for the UK's medical colleges has concluded that abortion does not raise the risk of a woman suffering mental health problems. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)

New AACN Data: Significant Enrollment Increases in Baccalaureate, Master’s, and Doctoral Nursing Degree Programs

NurseZone.com Nursing News — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:07:30 +0100

December 6, 2011 - The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) has released preliminary survey data showing that enrollment in all types of professional registered nursing (RN) programs increased from 2010 to 2011. This includes a 3.9% increase in entry-level Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree programs. (Source: NurseZone.com Nursing News)

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College towns draw those seeking active retirement

USATODAY.com Health — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:12:42 +0100

With many people seeking a retirement that is active and stimulating, colleges are working to bring retirees to their campuses and towns. (Source: USATODAY.com Health)

Nurse education in Jordan: history and development

International Nursing Review — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusion: Nurse education in Jordan has evolved over a relatively short period of time. Collaboration between academics and healthcare providers is vital in order to shape the role of nurses and nursing in the future. Insights gained from this development may benefit nurses globally who are working towards restructuring their nurse education and practice. (Source: International Nursing Review)

2011 Physician Workforce Data Book Released

What's New on JEFFLINE — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:54:14 +0100

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) has published the latest update in its series on the physician workforce. The 2011 edition is freely available as a PDF document. The report examines current physician supply and retention, medical school and osteopathic school enrollment, and graduate medical education in the United States. In addition, one-page state profiles providing snapshots of individual states are available online. From the press release: In 2010, there were 258.7 active physicians per 100,000 population in the United States, with the Northeast states having the highest concentration of physicians and many Southern and Mountain states having the lowest. There has been continued growth in medical school and osteopathic school enrollment. During the 2010-11 acade...

Active learning not associated with student learning in a random sample of college biology courses.

CBE Life Sciences Education — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:36:02 +0100

We examined the relationship between active learning and student learning in the subject area of natural selection. We found no association between student learning gains and the use of active-learning instruction. Although active learning has the potential to substantially improve student learning, this research suggests that active learning, as used by typical college biology instructors, is not associated with greater learning gains. We contend that most instructors lack the rich and nuanced understanding of teaching and learning that science education researchers have developed. Therefore, active learning as designed and implemented by typical college biology instructors may superficially resemble active learning used by education researchers, but lacks the constructivist elements nece...

Applying Computerized-Scoring Models of Written Biological Explanations across Courses and Colleges: Prospects and Limitations.

CBE Life Sciences Education — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:36:02 +0100

Authors: Ha M, Nehm RH, Urban-Lurain M, Merrill JE Abstract Our study explored the prospects and limitations of using machine-learning software to score introductory biology students' written explanations of evolutionary change. We investigated three research questions: 1) Do scoring models built using student responses at one university function effectively at another university? 2) How many human-scored student responses are needed to build scoring models suitable for cross-institutional application? 3) What factors limit computer-scoring efficacy, and how can these factors be mitigated? To answer these questions, two biology experts scored a corpus of 2556 short-answer explanations (from biology majors and nonmajors) at two universities for the presence or absence of five key co...

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GCAT-SEEKquence: Genome Consortium for Active Teaching of Undergraduates through Increased Faculty Access to Next-Generation Sequencing Data.

CBE Life Sciences Education — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:36:02 +0100

Authors: Buonaccorsi VP, Boyle MD, Grove D, Praul C, Sakk E, Stuart A, Tobin T, Hosler J, Carney SL, Engle MJ, Overton BE, Newman JD, Pizzorno M, Powell JR, Trun N Abstract To transform undergraduate biology education, faculty need to provide opportunities for students to engage in the process of science. The rise of research approaches using next-generation (NextGen) sequencing has been impressive, but incorporation of such approaches into the undergraduate curriculum remains a major challenge. In this paper, we report proceedings of a National Science Foundation-funded workshop held July 11-14, 2011, at Juniata College. The purpose of the workshop was to develop a regional research coordination network for undergraduate biology education (RCN/UBE). The network is collaborating wi...

The Three Ts of Adopting Tobacco-free Policies on College Campuses

Nursing Clinics of North America — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

This article describes a 3-pronged compliance strategy to implement a tobacco-free campus policy at 1 large, land grant public university in the South, and evaluates its impact on outcomes and costs. Although there has been a recent wave of tobacco-free colleges, policy restrictiveness and implementation vary, and compliance remains a challenge. The 3 Ts strategy (Tell-Treat-Train) involves regular, consistent communications, access to tobacco treatment medications and counseling, and ongoing training of supervisors and student leaders. Administrative support, access to tobacco treatment, campus buy-in, sustained communications, and careful implementation planning are critical to instituting a tobacco-free university policy. (Source: Nursing Clinics of North America)

How Advocacy Training Can Improve HealthHow Advocacy Training Can Improve Health

Medscape Today Headlines — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Showing empathy to your patients can be as important as the treatment. Does your medical training provide opportunities to develop as a patient advocate? Academic Medicine : Journal of the Association of American Medical Colleges (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

New Map Offers Area Residents Options for Active Lives

RWJF News Digest - Childhood Obesity — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

If you’ve got an excuse for not being more active — or for not being active at all — LiveWell Greenville has you covered. With a new map highlighting locations of parks, schools, colleges, recreation centers and even farmer’s markets and u-pick farms, LiveWell Greenville is trying to give individuals and whole families options to rid their lives of inactivity. (Source: RWJF News Digest - Childhood Obesity)

Good news, with a youthful theme

bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 11:00:00 +0100

We like to think that Business First delivers you both news and ideas that can help you and your company every week. This week, some of the most compelling material on our pages comes with a youthful, education-oriented theme. Take a look: • International aspirations: In her front-page story, reporter Allissa Kline writes about the efforts several local colleges are making to increase their enrollment of international students. The University at Buffalo has long been the local leader in that arena, and we’re glad to see other schools stepping up their own efforts... (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines)

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The core principles ("big ideas") of physiology: results of faculty surveys

AJP: Advances in Physiology Education — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Physiology faculty members at a wide range of institutions (2-yr colleges to medical schools) were surveyed to determine what core principles of physiology they want their students to understand. From the results of the first survey, 15 core principles were described. In a second survey, respondents were asked to rank order these 15 core principles and, independently, to identify the three most important for their students to understand. The five most important core principles were "cell membrane," "homeostasis," "cell-to-cell communications," "interdependence," and "flow down gradients." We then "unpacked" the flow down gradients core principle into the component ideas of which it is comprised. This unpacking was sent to respondents who were asked to identify the importance of each of the...

Enhancing learning through optimal sequencing of web-based and manikin simulators to teach shock physiology in the medical curriculum

AJP: Advances in Physiology Education — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

The Association of American Medical Colleges has encouraged educators to investigate proper linkage of simulation experiences with medical curricula. The authors aimed to determine if student knowledge and satisfaction differ between participation in web-based and manikin simulations for learning shock physiology and treatment and to determine if a specific training sequencing had a differential effect on learning. All 40 second-year medical students participated in a randomized, counterbalanced study with two interventions: group 1 (n = 20) participated in a web-based simulation followed by a manikin simulation and group 2 (n = 20) participated in reverse order. Knowledge and attitudes were documented. Mixed-model ANOVA indicated a significant main effect of time (F1,38 = 18.6, P < 0.0...

eHealth Literacy Among College Students: A Systematic Review With Implications for eHealth Education

Journal of Medical Internet Research — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusion: Although college students are highly connected to, and feel comfortable with, using the Internet to find health information, their eHealth literacy skills are generally sub par. College students, especially in the health and medical professions, would be well served to receive more customized college-level instruction that improves general eHealth literacy. (Source: Journal of Medical Internet Research)

University multi-user facility survey-2010.

Journal of Biomolecular Techniques : JBT — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Authors: Riley MB Abstract Multi-user facilities serve as a resource for many universities. In 2010, a survey was conducted investigating possible changes and successful characteristics of multi-user facilities, as well as identifying problems in facilities. Over 300 surveys were e-mailed to persons identified from university websites as being involved with multi-user facilities. Complete responses were received from 36 facilities with an average of 20 years of operation. Facilities were associated with specific departments (22%), colleges (22%), and university research centers (8.3%) or were not affiliated with any department or college within the university (47%). The five most important factors to succeed as a multi-user facility were: 1) maintaining an experienced, professional...

C. Robert pace (1912-2011).

The American Psychologist — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Authors: Astin AW Abstract Presents an obituary for C. Robert Pace (1912-2011). After a long and distinguished career studying the environments of America's colleges and universities, psychologist C. Robert ("Bob") Pace died of natural causes at his home in Arcata, California, on February 5, 2011, at the age of 98. Bob Pace will be remembered by his students and colleagues as a devoted mentor, as a valued consultant with a wry sense of humor, and as a highly original and creative scholar who initiated a critically important subfield of research in the field of higher education. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2011 APA, all rights reserved). PMID: 22121988 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The American Psychologist)

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Enhancing learning through optimal sequencing of web-based and manikin simulators to teach shock physiology in the medical curriculum.

Advances in Physiology Education — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Authors: Cendan JC, Johnson TR Abstract The Association of American Medical Colleges has encouraged educators to investigate proper linkage of simulation experiences with medical curricula. The authors aimed to determine if student knowledge and satisfaction differ between participation in web-based and manikin simulations for learning shock physiology and treatment and to determine if a specific training sequencing had a differential effect on learning. All 40 second-year medical students participated in a randomized, counterbalanced study with two interventions: group 1 (n = 20) participated in a web-based simulation followed by a manikin simulation and group 2 (n = 20) participated in reverse order. Knowledge and attitudes were documented. Mixed-model ANOVA indicated a significa...

The core principles ("big ideas") of physiology: results of faculty surveys.

Advances in Physiology Education — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

The core principles ("big ideas") of physiology: results of faculty surveys. Adv Physiol Educ. 2011 Dec;35(4):336-41 Authors: Michael J, McFarland J Abstract Physiology faculty members at a wide range of institutions (2-yr colleges to medical schools) were surveyed to determine what core principles of physiology they want their students to understand. From the results of the first survey, 15 core principles were described. In a second survey, respondents were asked to rank order these 15 core principles and, independently, to identify the three most important for their students to understand. The five most important core principles were "cell membrane," "homeostasis," "cell-to-cell communications," "interdependence," and "flow down gradients." We then "unpacked" the flow do...

Preventing sexual violence instead of just responding to it: Students’ perceptions of sexual violence resources on campus

Journal of Forensic Nursing — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

AbstractRates of sexual assault of college students are higher than the national rates. Colleges are uniquely positioned to offer preventive education and support services to a high‐risk group. This qualitative study examines students’ perceptions of sexual violence resources and services. Seventy‐eight female and male students, between 18 and 24 years old, belonging to various demographic groups, participated in one‐to‐one walking interviews on five diverse Midwest 2‐ and 4‐year postsecondary campuses. Findings suggest that students are concerned with safety—students want more education regarding sexual violence—and they value services that offer protection from incidents of sexual violence on campus. Participants expressed mixed reactions to prevention education that co...

Willingness to Spare Animals in Undergraduate Medical Education in Southern India: A Preliminary Questionnaire-based Investigation.

Alternatives to Laboratory Animals : ATLA — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Authors: Shehnaz SI, Sreedharan J, Mathew E, Gomathi KG, Sami Khan N Abstract Animal experiments continue to play an integral role in Indian undergraduate medical education, even though alternatives are becoming increasingly available. In this context, this study aimed to assess the perceptions of pharmacology faculty members from medical colleges in southern India regarding the use of animals and alternatives in experimental pharmacology, and to determine the association between these perceptions and the socio-demographic characteristics of the participants. Data were collected from 59 faculty members of 15 medical colleges in southern India. The response rate was 84.3%. A 30-statement, five-domain questionnaire was used, with a global score of 120. The mean ± SD global score was...

Adolescents Speak: Why do we Smoke?

Journal of Tropical Pediatrics — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusion: Experimentation of substance use, motivated by family members, peer groups and the surrounding environment is common among adolescents and starts early in life. Therefore, it is necessary to come up with health promotion programs directed toward students which encourage attitude shaping among them toward self-confidence and healthy life style. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)

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Science of Safety Curriculum in Colleges, Pharmacy SchoolsScience of Safety Curriculum in Colleges, Pharmacy Schools

Medscape Today Headlines — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Are colleges teaching students about risk mitigation strategies and the FDA's Sentinel Initiative? American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

C. Robert Pace (1912–2011).

American Psychologist — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Presents an obituary for C. Robert Pace (1912-2011). After a long and distinguished career studying the environments of America’s colleges and universities, psychologist C. Robert (“Bob”) Pace died of natural causes at his home in Arcata, California, on February 5, 2011, at the age of 98. Bob Pace will be remembered by his students and colleagues as a devoted mentor, as a valued consultant with a wry sense of humor, and as a highly original and creative scholar who initiated a critically important subfield of research in the field of higher education. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2011 APA, all rights reserved) (Source: American Psychologist)

David Cameron, we have a few questions for you…

Guardian Unlimited Science — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 23:01:02 +0100

From Piers Morgan to Polly Toynbee, Jemima Khan to Jarvis Cocker – David Cameron takes questions from public figures who want answersHear what the PM has to say in our audio interactiveDavid Mitchell, comedianDo you wish you were less posh?"[Laughs] No. You can't change who you are. For a long time I thought my full name was 'The Old Etonian David Cameron'. I had parents who gave me a wonderful start in life, who sacrificed a lot to give me a great education. So I don't ever want to change – I don't want to drop my accent or change my vowels. I am who I am."Piers Morgan, TV presenterIf you could relive one moment in your life, excluding births of children and marriage, what would it be?"God, that's a really good question. Piers, why don't you ever ask really good questions li...

JISC and UK Research Councils to build a robust repository infrastructure for the future

MEDEV News — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:29:58 +0100

Tracking the UK’s research outputs will become easier in the future thanks to JISC and Research Councils UK (RCUK) working together to utilise their expertise. Over the coming months a piece of work called the RIO Extension project will take place, to scope the issues and requirements from universities, funders and researchers in managing the information about research outputs. The aim of the work is to provide the UK education and research sector with clear, practical guidance on recording and sharing information about its research outputs, so that it can be reused for a variety of purposes, including by the systems used by the Research Councils. Neil Jacobs, JISC’s digital infrastructure programme director, says, “The UK research community punches well above its weight ...

Use of UKCAT scores in student selection by UK medical schools, 2006-2010

BMC Medical Education — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: There is considerable variation in how medical schools use UKCAT, so it is important that they clearly inform applicants how the test will be used so they can make best use of their limited number of applications. (Source: BMC Medical Education)

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Thromboembolism in the Obese Pregnant Woman

Seminars in Perinatology — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:51:00 +0100

We sought to quantify the added risk of thromboembolism in the obese parturient, evaluate risk factors for thromboembolism in the obese parturient, and provide suggestions as to when and in what form thromboembolism prophylaxis should be considered. Although recent guidelines from national colleges and advisory groups have attempted to guide the clinician in thromboprophylaxis in the obese parturient, the lack of adequate prospective series and trials has lead to some contrary recommendations. The arbitrary use of bed rest in the obese patient is a significant risk factor for venous thromboembolism without proven benefit. Despite a paucity of gold standard evidence, the prevalence of obesity and its associated risk of venous thromboembolism warrants careful consideration for the use of thr...

Guidelines for Authors

Optometry - Journal of the American Optometric Association — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:29:29 +0100

What is the Threshold of Teachers' Recognition and Report of Concerns About Anxiety and Depression in Students? An Exploratory Study With Teachers of Adolescents in Regional Australia

Australian Journal of Guidance and Counselling — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusion: Education bodies and teaching universities responsible for training teachers and providing ongoing professional learning need to ensure that mental health training is part of every teacher's core skill set, so that teachers can confidently promote mental wellbeing, identify emerging mental health problems, know how to facilitate access to more specialist intervention where required and contribute effectively to follow-up support. (Source: Australian Journal of Guidance and Counselling)

Impact of iron depletion without anemia on performance in trained endurance athletes at the beginning of a training season: a study of female collegiate rowers.

International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:06:31 +0100

In this study, iron-depleted rowers (sFer <20-25 μg/L) reported a decrease in performance time compared with those with normal iron stores. PMID: 22089308 [PubMed - in process] (Source: International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism)

Nursing Grads Beat Employment Odds, Debunk Hiring Myths

Health News from Medical News Today — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:00:00 +0100

Numerous polls show recent college grads have been hit hard by the recession and are facing tough odds in finding well-paying employment. Others show the classes of 2010 and 2011 to be underemployed, with many not finding jobs in their preferred fields or geographic locations. That's the bad news; the good news is that nursing grads might be proving to be the exception to the polls. A recent survey of nursing schools conducted by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) tells a story of success for recent graduates... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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2011 association of chiropractic colleges educational conference and research agenda conference.

The Journal of Chiropractic Education — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:12:02 +0100

Authors: Herrin S, Green BN, Johnson CD PMID: 22069344 [PubMed] (Source: The Journal of Chiropractic Education)

Allowing a possible margin of error when assessing student skills in spinous process location.

The Journal of Chiropractic Education — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:12:02 +0100

CONCLUSION: In this study, differences between examiners plus or minus one standard deviation ranged from 4.23 ± 3.77 mm for C2 to 18.70 ± 16.58 mm for L2. The concept of margin of error should be considered by faculty examiners when assessing the skill of students in locating the spinous process of various vertebral levels. PMID: 22069343 [PubMed] (Source: The Journal of Chiropractic Education)

A history of the journal of chiropractic education: twenty-five years of service, 1987-2011.

The Journal of Chiropractic Education — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:12:02 +0100

CONCLUSION: The history of the journal represents a significant milestone in the development of the chiropractic profession, particularly the discipline of chiropractic education. The journal has had an interesting history and the future promises to bring more opportunities and challenges to the field of chiropractic education and to the journal. PMID: 22069342 [PubMed] (Source: The Journal of Chiropractic Education)

Are we justifying cheating?

Psychology Today Parenting Center — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:18:22 +0100

A 19-year-old college student was recently arrested for a uniquely modern crime: Using fake IDs, he took the SAT for 6 other students. Had he not been caught, things would have worked out great - his average score was a 2100 out of 2400, enough to get some of these less gifted but enterprising students considered at better colleges. Primary Topic: Ethics and Morality read more (Source: Psychology Today Parenting Center)

Automated external defibrillator use at NCAA Division II and III universities

British Journal of Sports Medicine — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Conclusions Most NCAA Division II and III institutions that responded to the survey have implemented AEDs in their athletic programs, although they have a lower prevalence of AEDs than previously reported at Division I universities. Although no benefit was demonstrated in a small number of intercollegiate athletes, AEDs were successfully used in older individuals on campus with cardiac arrest. (Source: British Journal of Sports Medicine)

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THT encourages Oxford to Stand Up, Stand Out for World AIDS Day

Terrence Higgins Trust — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:20:54 +0100

HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) is calling for people in Oxford to Stand Up, Stand Out and get involved in its World AIDS Day campaign this December.Around 20 people are still being diagnosed with HIV every day in the UK and it is an incurable and life threatening condition. With close to 100,000 people now living with the infection and numbers increasing every year, THT is launching its Stand Up, Stand Out campaign to raise greater awareness of HIV, vital funds for HIV prevention services and support for people living with the virus.World AIDS Day, has been running since 1988 and is dedicated to raising awareness of HIV and AIDS. It’s easy to get involved with this year’s campaign in Oxford, and people can take part in the following ways:THT staff and studen...

Med school applications soar despite difficult practice environment

Modern Medicine — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Lower compensation rates and increased regulation are not keeping young people out of medical school. In fact, first-time applicants reached an all-time high in 2011, increasing by 2.6% over 2010 to 32,654 students, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Total applicants rose by 2.8% to 43,919. Find out how far that goes in ameliorating the growing physician shortage. (Source: Modern Medicine)

Digital tool enhances writing instruction

EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100

(Michigan State University) A new Web-based software package developed by Michigan State University educational researchers delivers tools to help teach writing skills formed through peer review and revision. A university/software company joint venture is distributing the new product to K-12 schools and colleges. (Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science)

Perceptions of Part-Time Faculty by Chairpersons of Undergraduate Health Education Programs

Health Promotion Practice — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100

This study examined how commonly part-time faculty are used in health education and how they are used to meet program needs. The American Association of Health Education’s 2009 "Directory of Institutions Offering Undergraduate and Graduate Degree Programs in Health Education" was used to send a three-wave mailing to programs that were not schools of public health (n = 215). Of the 125 departments (58%) that responded, those that used part-time faculty averaged 7.5 part-time faculty in the previous academic year, teaching on average a total of 10 classes per year. A plurality of departments (38%) were currently using more part-time faculty than 10 years ago and 33% perceived that the number of part-time faculty has resulted in decreases in the number of full-time positions. Although 7...

Vital Signs: ‘Freshman 15’ Weight Gain? ‘Freshman 3’ May Be More Realistic

NYT Health — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:51:39 +0100

According to a new study, freshmen actually gain an average of 2.5 to 3.5 pounds, and the weight gain has little to do with college attendance. (Source: NYT Health)

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Zimbabwe: Colleges Ill-Equipped to Deal With Students' Health Needs

AllAfrica News: HIV-Aids and STDs — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 07:41:03 +0100

Most clinics at colleges are operating without essential drugs and lack comprehensive systems for the treatment and management of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), a health official said last week. (Source: AllAfrica News: HIV-Aids and STDs)

Effective Literacy Instruction for Adults With Specific Learning Disabilities: Implications for Adult Educators.

Journal of Learning Disabilities — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Authors: Hock MF Abstract Adults with learning disabilities (LD) attending adult basic education, GED programs, or community colleges are among the lowest performers on measures of literacy. For example, on multiple measures of reading comprehension, adults with LD had a mean reading score at the third grade level, whereas adults without LD read at the fifth grade level. In addition, large numbers of adults perform at the lowest skill levels on quantitative tasks. Clearly, significant instructional challenges exist for adults who struggle with literacy issues, and those challenges can be greater for adults with LD. In this article, the literature on adults with LD is reviewed, and evidenced-based instructional practices that significantly narrow the literacy achievement gap for thi...

Nursing’s Centralized Application Service Reaches First Milestone with More Than 100 Schools Nationwide Signed-On to Participate

NurseZone.com Nursing News — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:37:21 +0100

November 1, 2011 - The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is pleased to announce that more than 100 schools of nursing are now affiliated with NursingCAS, the nation’s only centralized application service for students applying to registered nursing (RN) programs. Launched last year, 104 nursing schools in 36 states have signed on to use the NursingCAS service, including a mix of academic health centers, liberal arts-focused schools, public and private institutions, religiously affiliated schools, a community college, and a hospital-based RN program. (Source: NurseZone.com Nursing News)

New business plan shows how HEFCE will manage change

MEDEV News — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:02:48 +0100

Higher education in England is changing and HEFCE has published a business plan that describes how it will meet the challenges and opportunities of this transition. The plan covers the period up to 2015, during which time the Government’s reforms to higher education funding and regulation will take effect. It describes three key principles – opportunity, choice and excellence – that will inform our work to support our priorities: the core academic activities of learning and teaching, research and knowledge exchange. It also details how HEFCE will deliver these objectives – its practices. This will include: an emphasis on high-quality information; a proportionate approach to regulation; investment for public benefit; and a commitment to working in partnership with Go...

Dental perspective on biomedical waste and mercury management: A knowledge, attitude, and practice survey

Table of Contents : Indian Journal of Dental Research : 2006 - 17(3) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: There is need for education regarding hazards associated with improper waste disposal at all levels of dental personnel. It is imperative that waste should be segregated and disposed off in a safe manner to protect the environment as well as human health. (Source: Table of Contents : Indian Journal of Dental Research : 2006 - 17(3))

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Tobacco cessation and counseling: A dentists' perspective in Bhopal city, Madhya Pradesh

Table of Contents : Indian Journal of Dental Research : 2006 - 17(3) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusion: Monitoring of effective planning and execution of these programs by appropriate authorities at regular intervals is vital for successful achievement of the goal of "Tobacco Free Society." (Source: Table of Contents : Indian Journal of Dental Research : 2006 - 17(3))

Need of implant dentistry at undergraduate dental curriculum in Indian dental colleges

Table of Contents : Indian Journal of Dental Research : 2006 - 17(3) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Ramesh Chowdhary, Nagalakshmi ChowdharyIndian Journal of Dental Research 2011 22(3):436-439Edentulism is the major problem in the developing countries, and is widely spread in the current population, although the prevalence is declining and incidence of tooth loss is decreasing in the developed nations. The prevalence of edentulism in India varies from 60% to 69% of 25 years and above age group. It is obvious that the number of lost teeth increases with age leading to an increase in prevalence of partially edentulous patients. From a biological point of view, the replacement of a single missing tooth with an implant rather than a three-unit fixed partial denture, and the implant-supported complete denture has been proved more efficient in improving the mastication and maintai...

Objectives of teaching direct ophthalmoscopy to medical students

Acta Ophthalmologica — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: The evidence that DO, even by ophthalmologists, is sub‐optimal in detecting common abnormalities challenges existing the notions of training medical students. On pending the results of additional studies of the value of DO in detecting emergencies, we suggest that undergraduate teaching of DO should impart the following: (i) an ability to identify the red fundus reflex and optic disc; (ii) an ability to recognize signs of clinical emergencies in patients, mannequins or fundus photographs; and (iii) knowledge about, but not an ability to detect, other retinopathies. (Source: Acta Ophthalmologica)

Using The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice (2008) as a Framework for Curriculum Revision

Journal of Professional Nursing — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Curriculum development is often seen as an arduous process by faculty in nursing education. Curriculum revisions need to take place based on profound changes in science, a more complex health care system, technology, and more current models of curriculum design. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing's The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice is an organizational framework that can easily be used during a nursing program's curriculum revision process. The redesign of nursing curricula is urgent and needs to reflect the integration of clinical and classroom learning consistent with the language found in the Baccalaureate Essentials, standards of the institutions' accrediting bodies, and the state boards of nursing. An additional consideration to e...

Lessons Learned From a History of Perseverance and Innovation in Academic–Practice Partnerships

Journal of Professional Nursing — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

This article is a brief synopsis of examples from the historical records that evidence the lessons learned from the experiences of nurses who have formed innovative academic–practice partnerships with religious communities, medical colleges and physicians, government, hospitals, institutions of higher learning, and nursing organizations. (Source: Journal of Professional Nursing)

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A Successful Academic Collaborative to Increase Nurse Faculty in New Jersey

Journal of Professional Nursing — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

The purpose of this article was to describe a successful academic collaboration of 4 New Jersey state colleges and universities. The aim of the collaborative is to prepare and graduate students in a dual role as advanced clinical/practice nurses and nurse faculty within an innovative master of nursing educational program. This effort was funded by a 4-year grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation NJ Nursing Initiative and the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce.The New Jersey Nursing Education Collaborative (NJNEC) is discussed using E. O'Neil and P. Krauel's (2004) factors for an effective collaborative. The four factors for an effective partnership include a coherent institutional strategy, partners that bring value and assets to the collaborative, mutually beneficial goals, and accounta...

Lessons learned from a history of perseverance and innovation in academic-practice partnerships.

Journal of Professional Nursing — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

This article is a brief synopsis of examples from the historical records that evidence the lessons learned from the experiences of nurses who have formed innovative academic-practice partnerships with religious communities, medical colleges and physicians, government, hospitals, institutions of higher learning, and nursing organizations. PMID: 22142931 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of Professional Nursing)

A successful academic collaborative to increase nurse faculty in new jersey.

Journal of Professional Nursing — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Authors: Louie K, Campbell M, Donaghy CP, Rice L, Sabatini M Abstract The purpose of this article was to describe a successful academic collaboration of 4 New Jersey state colleges and universities. The aim of the collaborative is to prepare and graduate students in a dual role as advanced clinical/practice nurses and nurse faculty within an innovative master of nursing educational program. This effort was funded by a 4-year grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation NJ Nursing Initiative and the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. The New Jersey Nursing Education Collaborative (NJNEC) is discussed using E. O'Neil and P. Krauel's (2004) factors for an effective collaborative. The four factors for an effective partnership include a coherent institutional strategy, partners that bring...

Using the essentials of baccalaureate education for professional nursing practice (2008) as a framework for curriculum revision.

Journal of Professional Nursing — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Authors: Mailloux CG Abstract Curriculum development is often seen as an arduous process by faculty in nursing education. Curriculum revisions need to take place based on profound changes in science, a more complex health care system, technology, and more current models of curriculum design. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing's The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice is an organizational framework that can easily be used during a nursing program's curriculum revision process. The redesign of nursing curricula is urgent and needs to reflect the integration of clinical and classroom learning consistent with the language found in the Baccalaureate Essentials, standards of the institutions' accrediting bodies, and the state boards of nur...

Study of sense of coherence health promoting behavior in north Indian students.

The Indian Journal of Medical Research — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

This study was carried out to explore the level of engagement of north Indian students in health promoting behaviours; to determine their sense of coherence scores; and to ascertain the determinants of health promoting behaviours of these students. Methods: A cross-sectional study was done in four randomly selected colleges of Chandigarh during 2007-2008 in 200 students (100 male, 100 female). Their health promoting lifestyle profile (HPLP) and sense of coherence (SOC) scores were estimated using interviews. The data were analyzed using Pearson's product moment correlation, and also stepwise linear regression analysis. Results: Mean HPLP and SOC scores of the students were 138.69 and 130.87, respectively. Females cared more about their health than males. Male students were more involved in...

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Exploring nursing students' level of preparedness for disaster response.

Nursing Education Perspectives — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Authors: Schmidt CK, Davis JM, Sanders JL, Chapman LA, Cisco MC, Hady AR Abstract This descriptive study explores students' perceptions of personal and program preparedness for disasters. Participants in this online survey included 1,348 nursing students from every state plus Guam, Puerto Rico, and theVirgin Islands. The study explored three questions: a) the level of preparedness, including learning about different types of disasters, preparing disaster plans, creating disaster kits, and participating in community disaster response efforts; b) the impact of disasters on nursing students; and c) strategies to assist nursing students during disasters. Results indicated that nursing students throughout the country are generally not well prepared for disasters. Nurse educators need to...

Universities UK response to UCAS admissions process review consultation

MEDEV News — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:00:32 +0100

Universities UK responded today to the admissions process review consultation published by UCAS. The review proposes a shift to a post-results admissions system, and also consults on a range of shorter term improvements to the current model. Professor Eric Thomas, President of Universities UK and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Bristol, said: “We are supportive of a review of the admissions system. There may well be a case for making the applications system more efficient and user-friendly for applicants, and it is something that universities will want to look at very closely. “In terms of the proposal to move to a post-results admissions system, there will need to be full consultation on this with all parties, including universities, schools, colleges and applicants. Univ...

[Correspondence] Royal Colleges must act over Health and Social Care Bill

LANCET — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100

Despite intense lobbying during its passage through the UK's House of Commons, the Health and Social Care Bill now passes to the House of Lords and will enter into the Committee Stage on Oct 11. We are extremely concerned that, should this legislation be passed, we will be taking yet another step down the road towards a fully private insurance system. The National Health Service (NHS) will be fragmented and its assets will be stripped by private providers looking to run services with profits at the heart of business, not patients. (Source: LANCET)

Guidelines for Authors

Optometry - Journal of the American Optometric Association — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:08:24 +0100