ABSTRACTBackground and objectivesCovid-19 has led to global disruption of healthcare. Many studen... more ABSTRACTBackground and objectivesCovid-19 has led to global disruption of healthcare. Many students volunteered to provide clinical support. Volunteering to work in a clinical capacity was a unique medical education opportunity; however, it is unknown whether this was a positive learning experience or which volunteering roles were of most benefit to students.Methods and DesignThe COVIDReady2 study is a national cross-sectional study of all medical students at UK medical schools. The primary outcome is to explore the experiences of medical students who volunteered during the pandemic in comparison to those who did not. We will compare responses to determine the educational benefit and issues they faced. In addition to quantitative analysis, thematic analysis will be used to identify themes in qualitative responses.DiscussionThere is a growing body of evidence to suggest that service roles have potential to enhance medical education; yet, there is a shortage of studies able to offer p...
The COVID-19 pandemic has drawn unprecedented attention to the use of masks and fabric face cover... more The COVID-19 pandemic has drawn unprecedented attention to the use of masks and fabric face coverings to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, such as SARS-CoV-2. The fit of a mask has been identified as one the primary factors in determining the effectiveness of masks. If substantial gaps exist between the mask and the wearers face, air may take the path of least resistance through gaps and avoid filtration, both during inhalation and exhalation. A number of techniques, referred to as fit hacks have emerged to improve the fit of face masks. In this paper we test a variety of fit hacks on surgical masks and KN95 masks to compare their effectiveness. We identify fit hacks which greatly improved the fit of masks, and thus their effectiveness.
Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has made well-fitting face masks a critical piece of protecti... more Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has made well-fitting face masks a critical piece of protective equipment for healthcare workers and civilians. While the importance of wearing face masks has been acknowledged, there remains a lack of understanding about the role of good fit in rendering protective equipment useful. In addition, supply chain constraints have caused some organizations to abandon traditional quantitative or qualitative fit testing, and instead, have implemented subjective fit checking. Our study seeks to quantitatively evaluate the level of fit offered by various types of masks, and most importantly, assess the accuracy of implementing fit checks by comparing fit check results to quantitative fit testing results. Methods: Seven participants first evaluated N95 and KN95 masks by performing a fit check. Participants then underwent quantitative fit testing wearing five N95 masks, a KN95 mask, a surgical mask, and fabric masks. Results: N95 masks offered higher degrees...
Global environmental change has exacerbated the vulnerabilities of pastoral communities in India,... more Global environmental change has exacerbated the vulnerabilities of pastoral communities in India, who have already been sidelined in the current development and modernization discourse. The Raikas are one of the largest groups of indigenous nomadic pastoralists residing in the semi-arid regions of Northwest India. They are facing the brunt of shrinking grazing areas, social marginalization, and economic pressures. The past two decades have witnessed additional challenges, such as water scarcity and rainfall variability, which have pushed them beyond their adaptive threshold. These churnings have led to a radical shift in their values and climate adaptation strategies. However, the role and importance of social values in shaping their response to environmental change are not well understood. This study conducted life history interviews and focus group discussions with community members to examine social values and their linkages with climate adaptation decision-making in Raikas. The ...
... PT, MS, NCS Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Southside Hospital, North Sho... more ... PT, MS, NCS Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Southside Hospital, North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System Jennifer Napolitano, MA, CCC ... Kearney et al.(Chapter 12) and Kramer, Shein and Napoli-tano (Chapter 13) discuss the essential roles of the ...
ABSTRACTBackground and objectivesCovid-19 has led to global disruption of healthcare. Many studen... more ABSTRACTBackground and objectivesCovid-19 has led to global disruption of healthcare. Many students volunteered to provide clinical support. Volunteering to work in a clinical capacity was a unique medical education opportunity; however, it is unknown whether this was a positive learning experience or which volunteering roles were of most benefit to students.Methods and DesignThe COVIDReady2 study is a national cross-sectional study of all medical students at UK medical schools. The primary outcome is to explore the experiences of medical students who volunteered during the pandemic in comparison to those who did not. We will compare responses to determine the educational benefit and issues they faced. In addition to quantitative analysis, thematic analysis will be used to identify themes in qualitative responses.DiscussionThere is a growing body of evidence to suggest that service roles have potential to enhance medical education; yet, there is a shortage of studies able to offer p...
The COVID-19 pandemic has drawn unprecedented attention to the use of masks and fabric face cover... more The COVID-19 pandemic has drawn unprecedented attention to the use of masks and fabric face coverings to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, such as SARS-CoV-2. The fit of a mask has been identified as one the primary factors in determining the effectiveness of masks. If substantial gaps exist between the mask and the wearers face, air may take the path of least resistance through gaps and avoid filtration, both during inhalation and exhalation. A number of techniques, referred to as fit hacks have emerged to improve the fit of face masks. In this paper we test a variety of fit hacks on surgical masks and KN95 masks to compare their effectiveness. We identify fit hacks which greatly improved the fit of masks, and thus their effectiveness.
Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has made well-fitting face masks a critical piece of protecti... more Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has made well-fitting face masks a critical piece of protective equipment for healthcare workers and civilians. While the importance of wearing face masks has been acknowledged, there remains a lack of understanding about the role of good fit in rendering protective equipment useful. In addition, supply chain constraints have caused some organizations to abandon traditional quantitative or qualitative fit testing, and instead, have implemented subjective fit checking. Our study seeks to quantitatively evaluate the level of fit offered by various types of masks, and most importantly, assess the accuracy of implementing fit checks by comparing fit check results to quantitative fit testing results. Methods: Seven participants first evaluated N95 and KN95 masks by performing a fit check. Participants then underwent quantitative fit testing wearing five N95 masks, a KN95 mask, a surgical mask, and fabric masks. Results: N95 masks offered higher degrees...
Global environmental change has exacerbated the vulnerabilities of pastoral communities in India,... more Global environmental change has exacerbated the vulnerabilities of pastoral communities in India, who have already been sidelined in the current development and modernization discourse. The Raikas are one of the largest groups of indigenous nomadic pastoralists residing in the semi-arid regions of Northwest India. They are facing the brunt of shrinking grazing areas, social marginalization, and economic pressures. The past two decades have witnessed additional challenges, such as water scarcity and rainfall variability, which have pushed them beyond their adaptive threshold. These churnings have led to a radical shift in their values and climate adaptation strategies. However, the role and importance of social values in shaping their response to environmental change are not well understood. This study conducted life history interviews and focus group discussions with community members to examine social values and their linkages with climate adaptation decision-making in Raikas. The ...
... PT, MS, NCS Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Southside Hospital, North Sho... more ... PT, MS, NCS Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Southside Hospital, North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System Jennifer Napolitano, MA, CCC ... Kearney et al.(Chapter 12) and Kramer, Shein and Napoli-tano (Chapter 13) discuss the essential roles of the ...
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