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University of Kansas Medical Center: Recent submissions
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Sex partnerships, health, and social risks of young men leaving jail: analyzing data from a randomized controlled trial
(2010-11-10)Abstract Background Young men involved in the criminal justice system face disproportionately high rates of sexual risk behavior, drug, use, and violence. Little is known about how their involvement in sex partnerships ... -
Mammalian oocytes are targets for prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) action
(2010-11-01)Abstract Background The ovulatory gonadotropin surge increases synthesis of prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) by the periovulatory follicle. PGE2 actions on granulosa cells are essential for successful ovulation. The aim of the ... -
Development and validation of a FACS-based lipoprotein localization screen in the Lyme disease spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi
(2010-11-03)Abstract Background In our previous studies on lipoprotein secretion in the Lyme disease spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi, we used monomeric red fluorescent protein 1 (mRFP1) fused to specifically mutated outer surface ... -
Tobacco use amongst out of school youth in a Local Government Area in Nigeria.
(2010-10-18)Abstract Introduction Out-of-school adolescents are often neglected when planning for tobacco prevention programmes whereas they are more vulnerable. Few studies exist in Nigeria about their pattern of tobacco use to serve ... -
Immortalized, pre-malignant epithelial cell populations contain long-lived, label-retaining cells that asymmetrically divide and retain their template DNA
(2010-10-21)Abstract Introduction During selective segregation of DNA, a cell asymmetrically divides and retains its template DNA. Asymmetric division yields daughter cells whose genome reflects that of the parents, simultaneously ... -
Using the “Information Rx” Process to Refer Adults and Parents of Children with Metabolic Conditions to the Genetics Home Reference Web Site for Health Information
(2007-10-01)The focus of this evaluation is the Health Information Rx Program for Newborn Screening and Related Genetic Disorders. This program encourages physicians to direct the parents of newborns with metabolic conditions identified ... -
Spanish Peaks Library Health & Wellness Initiative
(2009-04-15)The Spanish Peaks Library in conjunction with the Las Animas-Huerfano Counties District Health Department (LAHCDHD) will implement a health & wellness initiative program for the citizens of Huerfano County. This program ... -
Together Prepared - Lawrence Public Library
(2009-04-15)The purpose of this project is to provide improved access to disaster and emergency information for residents of Douglas County, Kansas, with a particular emphasis on assuring that vulnerable populations are served. Project ... -
St. Luke’s Hospital Library Advocacy
(2010-02-15)The project will focus on the information needs of physicians, researchers, nurses, nurse educators, nursing students and other clinical personnel such as nutritionists, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, etc. at Saint ... -
Información de Salud para Promotoras - Dykes Library at the University of Kansas
(2010-02-15)El Centro, Inc., a community based organization in Kansas City, KS with a mission to create and sustain opportunities that empower families, has recently begun a Promotoras program. Approximately 30 lay-health advisors ... -
Grillo Senior Center Outreach Project - Grillo Health Information Center/Boulder Public Library
(2009-04-15)The purpose of the Project is to increase health information literacy as a new service to the Boulder West Senior Center. This project will enhance access to health information for consumers with low health literacy. The ... -
DEVELOPMENT OF A SCREENING TOOL FOR IDENTIFYING YOUNG PEOPLE AT RISK FOR NOISE-INDUCED HEARING LOSS
(University of Kansas, 2010-07-23)This study surveyed common noise activities of young adults, quantified their annual equivalent noise exposures, and examined the efficacy of a self-assessment screening tool for identifying risk of noise-induced hearing ... -
A Bridge to Health Literacy for Denver - Denver Public Library
(2010-03-01)Health information is recognized as one of the most vital community needs. The Library is well positioned to begin addressing the challenges to the continuity of its health information resources and services: • Lack of ... -
Integrating the Medical Library Into Hospital Emergency Planning - Becker Medical Library
(2010-03-01)Emergency planning is a complex and ongoing effort in hospitals today. Significant resources are devoted to planning, practicing, educating and promoting awareness of staff roles in the event of an emergency. There is ... -
Mobile School Health Information Initiative (MoSHI) - Becker Medical Library
(2010-02-01)The Mobile School Health Information (MoSHI) Initiative is designed to connect St. Louis area K-12 librarians with credible, free health information resources on the web. Becker Medical Library will use its existing ... -
2009-2010 Quarter 4 Report
(2010-04-30)Fourth quarterly report for the fouth year of the second contract, covering the period February 1, 2010 - April 30, 2010. -
2009-2010 Quarter 3 Report
(2010-01-31)Third quarterly report for the fourth year of the second contract, covering the period November 1, 2009 - January 31, 2010 -
2009-2010 Annual Report
(2010-04-30)Annual report for the fourth year of the second contract, covering the period May 1, 2009 - April 30, 2010 -
The effect of starting point placement technique on thoracic transverse process strength: an ex vivo biomechanical study
(2010-07-13)Abstract Background The use of thoracic pedicle screws in spinal deformity, trauma, and tumor reconstruction is becoming more common. Unsuccessful screw placement may require salvage techniques utilizing transverse process ... -
Lubiprostone ameliorates the cystic fibrosis mouse intestinal phenotype
(2010-09-15)Abstract Background Cystic fibrosis (CF) is caused by mutations in the CFTR gene that impair the function of CFTR, a cAMP-regulated anion channel. In the small intestine loss of CFTR function creates a dehydrated, acidic ...