Public Support in the U.S. for Human-Animal Chimera Research: Results of a Representative Cross-Sectional Survey of 1,058 Adults

While the health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on frontline health care workers have been well described, the effects of the COVID-19 response on the U.S. public health workforce, which has been impacted by the prolonged public health response to the pandemic, has not been adequately characterized. A cross-sectional survey of public health professionals was conducted to assess mental and physical health, risk and protective factors for burnout, and short- and long-term career decisions during the pandemic response. The survey was completed online using the Qualtrics survey platform. Descriptive statistics and prevalence ratios (95% confidence intervals) were calculated. Among responses received from 23 August and 11 September 2020, 66.2% of public health workers reported burnout. Those with more work experience (1–4 vs. <1 years: prevalence ratio (PR) = 1.90, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.08−3.36; 5–9 vs. <1 years: PR = 1.89, CI = 1.07−3.34) or working in academic settings (vs. practice: PR = 1.31, CI = 1.08–1.58) were most likely to report burnout. As of September 2020, 23.6% fewer respondents planned to remain in the U.S. public health workforce for three or more years compared to their retrospectively reported January 2020 plans. A large-scale public health emergency response places unsustainable burdens on an already underfunded and understaffed public health workforce. Pandemic-related burnout threatens the U.S. public health workforce’s future when many challenges related to the ongoing COVID-19 response remain unaddressed.

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Characteristics of U.S. adults taking prescription antipsychotic medications, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2013–2018

BMC Psychiatry ◽

10.1186/s12888-020-02895-4 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 20 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Jeff A. Dennis ◽

Lisaann S. Gittner ◽

J. Drew Payne ◽

Kenneth Nugent

Keyword(s):

Chronic Diseases ◽

National Health ◽

Prescription Medications ◽

Nutrition Examination Survey ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Antipsychotic Medications ◽

Health And Nutrition ◽

Comorbid Chronic Diseases ◽

The U.S

Abstract Background Global 12-month psychosis prevalence is estimated at roughly 0.4%, although prevalence of antipsychotic use in the U.S. is estimated at roughly 1.7%. Antipsychotics are frequently prescribed for off label uses, but have also been shown to carry risk factors for certain comorbid conditions and with other prescription medications. The study aims to describe the socio-demographic and health characteristics of U.S. adults taking prescription antipsychotic medications, and to better understand the association of antipsychotic medications and comorbid chronic diseases. Methods The study pools 2013–2018 data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), a nationally representative cross-sectional survey of non-institutionalized U.S. residents (n = 17,691). Survey staff record prescription medications taken within the past 30 days for each respondent, from which typical and atypical antipsychotic medications were identified. Results Prevalence of antipsychotic use among U.S. adults was 1.6% (n = 320). Over 90% of individuals taking antipsychotics reported having health insurance and a usual place for care, significantly more than their counterparts not taking antipsychotics. Further, those taking antipsychotics reported higher prevalence of comorbid chronic diseases and took an average of 2.3 prescription medications more than individuals not taking antipsychotics. Individuals taking antipsychotics were more likely to sleep 9 or more hours per night, be a current smoker, and have a body mass index greater than 30 kg/m2. Conclusions U.S. adults who take antipsychotic medications report more consistent health care access and higher prevalence of comorbid chronic diseases compared to those not taking antipsychotics. The higher comorbidity prevalence and number of total prescriptions highlight the need for careful assessment and monitoring of existing comorbidities and potential drug-drug interactions among adults taking antipsychotics in the U.S.

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Seroprevalence of Toxoplasma gondii in the U.S.: Evidence from a representative cross-sectional survey.

Parasitology International ◽

10.1016/j.parint.2020.102175 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 79 ◽

pp. 102175

Author(s):

Ama Owusu-Dommey ◽

Kristen Pogreba-Brown ◽

Lorenzo Villa-Zapata

Keyword(s):

Toxoplasma Gondii ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

The U.S

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Dewey Decimal Classification Trending Downward in U.S. Academic Libraries, but Unlikely to Disappear Completely

Evidence Based Library and Information Practice ◽

10.18438/eblip29592 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 14 (3) ◽

pp. 156-158

Author(s):

Jordan Patterson

Keyword(s):

United States ◽

Data Collection ◽

Academic Libraries ◽

Academic Library ◽

The United States ◽

Systematic Sampling ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Decimal Classification ◽

The U.S

A Review of: Lund, B., & Agbaji, D. (2018). Use of Dewey Decimal Classification by academic libraries in the United States. Cataloging and Classification Quarterly, 56(7), 653-661. https://doi.org/10.1080/01639374.2018.1517851 Abstract Objective – To determine the current use of Dewey Decimal Classification in academic libraries in the United States of America (U.S.). Design – Cross-sectional survey using a systematic sampling method. Setting – Online academic library catalogues in the U.S. Subjects – 3,973 academic library catalogues. Methods – The researchers identified 3,973 academic libraries affiliated with degree-granting post-secondary institutions in the U.S. The researchers searched each library’s online catalogue for 10 terms from a predetermined list. From the results of each search, the researchers selected at least five titles, noted the classification scheme used to classify each title, and coded the library as using Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), Library of Congress Classification (LCC), both DDC and LCC, or other classification schemes. Based on the results of their data collection, the researchers calculated totals. The totals of this current study’s data collection were compared to statistics on DDC usage from two previous reports, one published in 1975 and one in 1996. The researchers performed statistical analyses to determine if there were any discernible trends from the earliest reported statistics through to the current study. Main Results – Collections classified using DDC were present in 717 libraries (18.9%). Adjusting for the increase in the number of academic libraries in the U.S. between 1975 and 2017, DDC usage in academic libraries has declined by 56% in that time frame. The number of libraries with only DDC in evidence is unreported. Conclusion – The previous four decades have seen a significant decrease in the use of DDC in U.S. academic libraries in favour of LCC; however, the rate at which DDC has disappeared from academic libraries has slowed dramatically since the 1960s. There is no clear indication that DDC will disappear from academic libraries completely.

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Exploring the Relationship Between Discrimination-related Experience, Worry and Social Media Exposure on Depression Among Asians in the U.S. During COVID-19: Cross-Sectional Survey Study (Preprint)

Journal of Medical Internet Research ◽

10.2196/29024 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Shuya Pan ◽

Chia-Chen Yang ◽

Jiun-Yi Tsai ◽

Chenyu Dong

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Media Exposure ◽

Survey Study ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

The Relationship ◽

The U.S

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Owners’ Attitudes, Knowledge, and Care Practices: Exploring the Implications for Domestic Cat Behavior and Welfare in the Home

Animals ◽

10.3390/ani9110978 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 9 (11) ◽

pp. 978 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Emma K. Grigg ◽

Lori R. Kogan

Keyword(s):

Behavior Problems ◽

Environmental Enrichment ◽

Domestic Cat ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Territorial Conflict ◽

Human Animal Bond ◽

Human Animal ◽

Primary Hypothesis ◽

Private Homes

Available research on the link between domestic cats’ environment and welfare has primarily been conducted in animal shelters or research facilities; a better understanding of the welfare of cats living in homes is needed. This study measured the attitudes of current U.S.-based cat owners towards cats as pets; owner knowledge about normal cat behavior and environmental needs; current trends in cat care; cats’ behavior in the home; and the human-animal bond. The primary hypothesis was that owners with a more accurate understanding of cat behavior and a stronger reported bond with their cats would report fewer behavior problems. Data from an online, anonymous, cross-sectional survey of 547 cat owners supported the primary hypothesis: owner knowledge, along with two measures of the human-animal bond (owner-pet interactions, and perceptions of affordability of cat ownership), were significant predictors of the number of reported behavior problems. In addition to fewer reported behavior problems, greater owner knowledge about cats was correlated with less use of positive-punishment-based responses to misbehavior, and increased tolerance of potential behavior problems when present. Owners’ agreement with certain misconceptions about cats and perception of high costs of care were correlated with the use of positive punishment in response to misbehavior. Based on the survey results, many cats living in private homes may be receiving only minimal environmental enrichment. Collectively, these results suggest the need for better education of cat owners. Topics could include: understanding normal cat behavior and correcting misconceptions; enrichment needs (particularly of indoor-only cats) and the risk of behavior problems when cats’ needs are not met; welfare risks associated with declawing; and the importance of sufficient resources to minimize social and territorial conflict.

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Impact of smokeless tobacco packaging on perceptions and beliefs among youth, young adults, and adults in the U.S: findings from an internet-based cross-sectional survey

Harm Reduction Journal ◽

10.1186/1477-7517-11-2 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 11 (1) ◽

pp. 2 ◽

Cited By ~ 18

Author(s):

Sarah E Adkison ◽

Maansi Bansal-Travers ◽

Danielle M Smith ◽

Richard J O’Connor ◽

Andrew J Hyland

Keyword(s):

Young Adults ◽

Smokeless Tobacco ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

The U.S ◽

Tobacco Packaging

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Exploration of the Factors Influencing Attitudes to Breastfeeding in Public

Journal of Human Lactation ◽

10.1177/0890334419878119 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 36 (4) ◽

pp. 776-788 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Cecile Morris ◽

Peter Schofield ◽

Craig Hirst

Keyword(s):

Social Marketing ◽

Public Support ◽

Media Consumption ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Negative Attitudes ◽

Breastfeeding In Public ◽

Key Barrier ◽

Social Marketing Campaigns ◽

B Test

Background Negative attitudes toward breastfeeding in public have consistently been identified as a key barrier to breastfeeding continuation. In order to design effective social marketing campaigns to improve public attitude toward breastfeeding in public, it is critical to identify segments of the population who are less likely to support this activity, their underlying reasons, and the medium through which they can be reached. Research aim The aims were to (a) identify the underlying dimensions that drive acceptance or opposition to breastfeeding in public, (b) test whether specific population segments were more or less likely to support breastfeeding in public, and (c) identify suitable media outlets to reach them. Methods A cross-sectional survey testing agreement with 60 statements was administered online between May 2016 and May 2017 and was completed by 7190 respondents. Exploratory factor analysis was used to identify 12 dimensions driving acceptance or opposition to breastfeeding in public. The influence of demographics and media consumption on attitudes toward breastfeeding in public was tested using Welch’s t tests and one-way analyses of variance (ANOVAs). Results Acceptance of breastfeeding in public was found to differ with gender, age, religion, and parental and breastfeeding status, but not household income. Support for breastfeeding in public also varied with media consumption habits. Conclusions This work lays the foundation to design effective social marketing campaigns aimed at increasing public support for breastfeeding in public.

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Perception of Home Healthcare Nurses toward Persons with Dementia

Home Health Care Management & Practice ◽

10.1177/1084822320963086 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 108482232096308

Author(s):

Zainab Toteh Osakwe ◽

Izuagie Ikhapoh ◽

Bhavleen Kaur Arora ◽

Rose Saint Fleur-Calixte

Keyword(s):

Home Care ◽

Survey Design ◽

Home Healthcare ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Patient Centered ◽

Design Data ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Web Based ◽

Improve Patient ◽

The U.S

The objective of this study was to describe the perception of home healthcare (HHC) nurses toward persons with dementia (PWD). Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 225 registered nurses at 11 home care agencies across 7 states in the U.S. A web based modified Approaches to Dementia (ADQ) was used to assess nurses’ perception of person-centeredness. Most of the respondents were female (91.6%). Overall, greater years of experience as a registered nurse and age (<40 years) were associated with higher mean person-centeredness scores. Efforts to improve patient-centered dementia care in the HHC setting may need to be tailored to unique groups of HHC nurses.

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Public Perception of Quality and Support for Required Access to Drinking Water in Schools and Parks

American Journal of Health Promotion ◽

10.1177/0890117116671253 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 32 (1) ◽

pp. 72-74 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Michael W. Long ◽

Steven L. Gortmaker ◽

Anisha I. Patel ◽

Stephen J. Onufrak ◽

Cara L. Wilking ◽

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Keyword(s):

Drinking Water ◽

Public Perception ◽

Tap Water ◽

Public Support ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Perceived Safety ◽

The Us ◽

Access To Water ◽

Perception Of Quality

Purpose: We assessed public support for required water access in schools and parks and perceived safety and taste of water in these settings to inform efforts to increase access to and consumption of tap water. Design: Cross-sectional survey of the US public collected from August to November 2011. Setting: Random digit-dialed telephone survey. Participants: Participants (n = 1218) aged 17 and older from 1055 US counties in 46 states. Measures: Perceived safety and taste of water in schools and parks as well as support for required access to water in these settings. Analysis: Survey-adjusted perceived safety and taste as well as support for required access were estimated. Results: There was broad support for required access to water throughout the day in schools (96%) and parks (89%). Few participants believed water was unsafe in schools (10%) or parks (18%). Conclusion: This study provides evidence of public support for efforts to increase access to drinking water in schools and parks and documents overall high levels of perceived taste and safety of water provided in these settings.

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