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Amartya Sen's capability approach to human welfare recognizes the impact of social institutions on human capabilities. But as an evaluative framework, it does not analyze the role of institutionalized power in causing or perpetuating inequalities in individual opportunities to achieve. Drawing on authors who are receptive to the capability approach and who have examined the political aspects of advancing human capabilities, this paper presents a view of social power and its exercise that is congruent with the capability approach. This examination of power continues the exploration of intergroup relationships that Sen has advocated, and it can be expected to yield new criteria for policy evaluation as well as new policy options.

Research on women workers tends to neglect older workers, and much of the literature on retirement has focused on male experiences. This analysis uses data from the 1982 New Beneficiary Survey to examine financial stress in retirement for a sample of highly committed women workers. Separate regressions are done for married and unmarried women, and particular attention is paid to the impact of gender-segregated jobs. Results suggest the relative importance of work history and sociodemographic variables as predictors of financial stress in early retirement.

Hospice is the best-known example of palliative care. Advocates maintain that good palliative care precludes any need for suicide, assisted suicide, or euthanasia for suffering patients near the end of life. This article examines the feasibility of the palliative approach for all patients, showing that reasonable people may refuse even the most exemplary care for themselves or an incompetent relative. Palliative care should always have an important place in medicine. Yet medical realities and the alleviation of pointless suffering necessitate that policymakers consider other options, including “active” euthanasia, consistent with patient autonomy and the right to die.

OBJECTIVE: Sinonasal disease is a common condition treated by otolaryngologists. Malpractice in this area is the most common litigation faced by otolaryngologists. This study analyzes malpractice in the treatment of sinonasal disease. STUDY DESIGN: Case series, review of legal records. SETTING: Legal databases. SUBJECTS AND METHODS: Using 2 different computerized legal databases, the phrase medical malpractice was searched with terms related to sinonasal disease involving court cases in the past 10 years (2004-2013), yielding 26 cases. The cases were analyzed for pertinent data regarding plaintiffs, presenting complaint, practice setting, type of malpractice, resulting injury, result of verdict, and amount of reward or settlement. RESULTS: Chronic sinusitis (42%) was the most common presenting symptom. Many cases included multiple types of alleged malpractice, with the most common being negligent technique (38%) and lack of informed consent (27%). The most common alleged injuries included cerebrospinal fluid leak, meningitis, nasal obstruction, and orbital trauma. Defendants prevailed in 13 of 18 cases in which outcomes were known, with mean award of $225,000 and mean settlement of $212,500. The cases won by plaintiffs were all in a private practice setting. CONCLUSION: Otolaryngologists should be aware of the causes of malpractice litigation as it relates to treatment of sinonasal disease. Lack of informed consent continues to be a common allegation, and surgeons should ensure complete informed consent is obtained and well documented. A unified and complete database of medical malpractice cases is needed to allow for further analysis of specialty-related claims.

Currently, there is a lack of consensus regarding the accepted terminology pertaining to the pressure ulcer healing progression and recidivism. This lack of uniformity can negatively impact initiation of treatment pathways, completion of appropriate interventions, clinical documentation, medical coding, patient education, discharge planning and healthcare revenue through out the healthcare system. The purpose of this paper is to introduce a standard nomenclature as it pertains to pressure ulcer healing progression and any recidivism that may occur. The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel has formulated a framework of terms regarding pressure ulcer progression. We also developed a clearer nomenclature for lack of progress and recidivism of pressure ulcers. This document should serve as a starting point for the discussion of the pressure ulcer care, research, and terminology.

Advances in medical technology in recent decades have produced an array of life-sustaining technologies which can delay the moment of death for almost everyone, making the timing and circumstances of death more a matter of deliberate choice than ever before in human history. Continuing proliferation of such technologies, their escalating social and economic costs, a growing population of older people, and the feminization of old age make right-to-die concerns ever more compelling. This paper points out how such issues are particularly salient for aged women as consumers of long-term care, both in the formal and informal sectors. The dual dilemmas of "premature" versus "delayed" death are also explored in each context. Finally, the implications of social change are interpreted in light of feminist health care goals.

Journal Article In Pursuit of Prosperity: Disease and Death in a Massachusetts Commercial Port, 1660–1850 Get access Barbara J. Logue Barbara J. Logue Center for Policy Research and Planning, Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning, 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MI 39211-6453 Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic Google Scholar Journal of Social History, Volume 25, Issue 2, Winter 1991, Pages 309–343, https://doi.org/10.1353/jsh/25.2.309 Published: 01 December 1991

This paper identifies the extent of the brain drain problem in Mississippi and quantifies its economic impacts on the state. The study begins by defining brain drain and comparing brain drain in Mississippi to other states in the region using two definitions of the term. We find that all states in the study experience gross brain drain, but not all states experience net brain drain. Returning the focus to Mississippi, the study includes an experimental analysis of the potential effects to the Mississippi economy if the state’s migration patterns of college-educated individuals were similar to those of other states in the region. This experiment allows us to determine the impact of brain drain on Mississippi’s economy in terms of real gross domestic product (GDP), personal income, employment, and population.

This paper surveys the literature in the area of target industries identification. It also surveys two important methods-screening approach and simultaneous approach-of target industries analysis, concentrating on five major articles along with other studies, in terms of methodologies, applied regions, and data requirements. Empirical applications to the Pascagoula-Moss Point Metropolitan Statistical Area highlight the differences in the two approaches. Empirical results, as well as theoretical aspects, recommend the simultaneous over the screening method. Furthermore, this paper examines the recent development in target industries research and clarifies the basic issues and future research needs. Issues discussed are (1) weighting method, (2) dynamic analysis, and (3) model validation.

Whether an injury is compensable depends on many factors. This article addresses some of the factors surrounding this issue.

This chapter synthesizes the national discussion on other solutions to the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), such as a national student record system, and complications. The authors will briefly examine the pros and cons of IPEDS while primarily focusing on national alternatives, as well providing specific examples for institutional researchers to make a contribution to the field.

Eclampsia is diagnosed in preeclamptic patients who develop convulsions and/or unexplained coma during pregnancy or postpartum and accounts for ~13% of maternal deaths worldwide. The mechanisms contributing to the pathophysiology of eclampsia are not known, partly due to the lack of suitable animal models. The aim of this study was to test the hypothesis that placental ischemia, induced by reducing utero-placental perfusion, increases susceptibility to seizures, cerebral edema, and plasma neurokinin B (NKB) expression. Pentylenetetrazol (PTZ), a pro-convulsive drug, was injected into pregnant and placental ischemic rats (40 mg/kg, i.p.) on gestational day 19 followed by video monitoring for seizure activity for 30 minutes. Seizure scoring was blindly conducted. Results indicate that placental ischemic rats (n=8) have reduced latency to first seizure (264.5 ± 78.7s) compared to normal pregnant rats (n=7) (835.7 ± 246.6s; p < 0.05). Placental ischemia increased cerebrum brain water content (78.8 ± 0.1%) compared to normal pregnant rats (78.4 ± 0.1%; p < 0.05) while PTZ treatment increased brain water content in both the pregnant (78.8 ± 0.1%; p < 0.05) and placental ischemic rats (78.9 ± 0.1%; p < 0.01). PTZ increased plasma NKB in both pregnant and placental ischemic rats; however, NKB was strongly correlated with seizure susceptibility only in normal pregnant rats (R2=0.88 vs. 0.02 in placental ischemic rats). These data demonstrate that placental ischemia is associated with increased seizure susceptibility and edema formation; thus the rat model of placental ischemia represents an excellent model for studying mechanisms of eclampsia-like symptoms. Further studies are required to elucidate the exact mechanisms contributing to increased seizure susceptibility following placental ischemia.

Impact cratering is one of the fundamental processes shaping the surfaces of the members of the solar system. No known reason exempts earth from similar extensive cratering like that of our planetary neighbors. Since it may be demonstrated that the meteor impact process (MI) is a viable alternative energy source to supply the needs of plate tectonics, an investigation is warranted of the feasibility of incorporating MI in basic geologic modeling.

Background: Opioid dependence disorder is a top row public health concern in the United States. Large electronic health record data from the All of Us Research Program allow measurement of demographic and geographic burden. This study analysis describes the prevalence of opioid dependence with the condition 438120 by age, sex and location patterns among participants and summarizes coding practices of health system. Methods: We identified participants with opioid dependence (condition 438120) using the All of Us Public Data Browser. We extracted aggregated counts and proportions by age, sex and state or region. Diagnoses came from EHR condition codes by partner health systems. We summarized participants within each stratum. Results: A total of 11,600 participants (3.27% of 354,400) had an EHR-documented diagnosis of opioid dependence. The maximum burden snapping in adults aged 50–59 years at 3,000 cases with diagnoses age groups 18–89+. Males were more prevalence than females across age groups in between 30–59. Cases noticed nationwide particularly highest concentrations in Arizona, Illinois, Pennsylvania, New York, and Massachusetts. Diagnoses were coded mainly with ICD-10-CM and ICD-9-CM with contributions from SNOMED. Subtypes included remission (2,500), continuous dependence (2,080) and combining opioids with other drug dependence with smaller counts for episodic and heroin dependence. Conclusions: In this cohort opioid dependence is concentrated in middle-aged adults and more common in men. Geographic clustering is evident in several states. Coding variation reflects documentation differences. Large EHR datasets are useful for monitoring disparities and guiding targeted public health action and policy.

Abstract Onshore 1975 drilling activity in Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia increased 4.4% from 1974. A total of 591 tests was drilled compared to 566 in 1974. The increase was because of development activity, however, as 237 tests were drilled versus 196 in 1974. Exploratory drilling declined with 354 tests reported, 16 less than in 1974. Although total exploratory drilling decreased, new-field discoveries increased from 20 in 1974 to 27 in 1975. The new-field success rate was 8.7% compared to 6.1% in 1974. The Wilcox trend of southwestern Mississippi was the leading drilling trend. Jurassic drilling continued to decline, but this was partly because of more emphasis on deeper and more expensive tests. The Paleozoic trend in the Black Warrior basin was the third most active drilling area but no important new fields were discovered. Lower Cretaceous activity increased considerably and more exploratory interest in this trend is expected for 1976. Exploration for Upper Cretaceous objectives declined sharply and only 1 discovery was recorded. Seismic activity increased in the southeastern states in 1975. Much of the activity was detailed or limited reconnaissance work supplementing data acquired in previous years. Some of the increase was because of the deep Smackover successes in southwestern Alabama. Important leasing activity occurred in the Lower Cretaceous trend and along the coastal counties of Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida panhandle where the deep Jurassic was the primary objective. Overall, however, no extensive blocks were assembled and leasing appeared to be mainly a continuation of efforts started in previous years. Offshore Mafla activity is not presented in this report but several deep tests were drilled that are pertinent to the nearby onshore potential. No discoveries were completed and the potential of the vast offshore area declined to almost nothing. Jurassic wildcats were drilled, including one on the huge Destin anticline, with no encouraging results. Total drilling activity is predicted to remain about the same in 1976 as in 1975. Governmental policies and regulations again will be most important, particularly in exploratory drilling. Most drilling activity will be conducted by independents and aggressive smaller companies with support from the larger companies.

Arthroscopic management of massive rotator cuff tears is a challenging and technically demanding problem. Despite advances in surgical devices and techniques, a complete repair is not always possible. The goal of this study was to determine the significance of initial and residual rotator cuff tear defect size on the need for revision surgery in a consecutive group of patients undergoing partial repair of massive rotator cuff tears.

The primary criticism of the meteor impact (MI) theory has been the omission of an acknowledgement and an expression of appreciation of the vast amount of literature that has been generated by the currently accepted plate tectonics theory. The plate tectonics theory rightly or wrongly has stimulated exploration in both the private and the public sectors and has been generously funded by the national, federal, and state public agencies in supporting the educational and research grants, in all geologic disciplines. The results have been impressive.

Reignited Cold War-era hostilities between Russia and NATO allies began after Russia invaded Ukraine. A full-scale conflict broke out in Ukraine when the nation decided to strengthen its ties with the European Union and NATO. Ukraine enjoys profound historical, cultural, and social ties with Russia. He made it clear in a speech only days before the assault that Russia regards Ukraine as part of its fold, which it has held since the Russian Empire was founded in the 18th century by Catherine the Great and continued throughout their shared history as part of the Soviet Union. The invasion shows Putin's willingness to settle the issue by force, which has now developed into one of Europe's gravest security problems since World War II. Russia is a major energy supplier to Europe, supplying gas via several vital pipelines. Even if the crisis is settled amicably, economic sanctions against Russia may make it hard for these countries to get gas. The impact of the Ukraine War on key areas of the global economy as seen from various countries.

The association between pediatric care coordination (PCC) and the prevalence of oral health problems (OHP) among children and youths in the United States was investigated. Using data from the 2022 to 23 National Survey of Children's Health for participants ≤17 years, multivariable Poisson regression models were employed to estimate the association between effective PCC and OHP (the presence of ≥1 parent-reported case of dental caries, gum bleeding, or dental pain). The study estimated the population attributable risk (PAR) to quantify the proportion of potentially avoidable OHP with effective PCC. All models were weighted to account for the complex survey design and adjusted for sociodemographic, health insurance, and geographic covariates. The analytical sample comprised 56,287 participants, representing an estimated target population of 34 million children ≤17 years of age who needed PCC. After controlling for covariates, the difference in the prevalence of OHP between children who received effective PCC (13.1%) and those who did not (17.5%) was statistically significant (adjusted prevalence ratio: 1.33, 95% CI:1.22, 1.44). The PAR was 9.9%, indicating OHP was 9.9% more prevalent among children who lacked effective PCC. Not receiving needed effective PCC was associated with a greater burden of OHP among U.S. children and adolescents. This finding highlights the importance of intentional organization of health services among relevant stakeholders to support optimal oral health.

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