scholarly journals Midwifery around the World: A study in the role of midwives in local communities and healthcare systems

2016 ◽  
Vol 82 (3) ◽  
pp. 381
Author(s):  
A. Carson
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Systems ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
The World

scholarly journals Afro-Communitarianism and the Role of Traditional African Healers in the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luís Cordeiro-Rodrigues ◽  
Thaddeus Metz
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Capital ◽  
Cultural Context ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Healthcare Systems ◽  
Traditional Healers ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Special Role ◽  
Ethical Perspective ◽  
The Face

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant challenges to healthcare systems worldwide, and in Africa, given the lack of resources, they are likely to be even more acute. The usefulness of Traditional African Healers in helping to mitigate the effects of pandemic has been neglected. We argue from an ethical perspective that these healers can and should have an important role in informing and guiding local communities in Africa on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Particularly, we argue not only that much of the philosophy underlying Traditional African Medicine is adequate and compatible with preventive measures for COVID-19, but also that Traditional African Healers have some unique cultural capital for influencing and enforcing such preventive measures. The paper therefore suggests that not only given the cultural context of Africa where Traditional African Healers have a special role, but also because of the normative strength of the Afro-communitarian philosophy that informs it, there are good ethical reasons to endorse policies that involve Traditional Healers in the fight against COVID-19. We also maintain that concerns about Traditional African Healers objectionably violating patient confidentiality or being paternalistic are much weaker in the face of COVID-19.

English, motility and Ismaili transnationalism

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 (247) ◽  
Author(s):  
Brook Bolander
Keyword(s):  
Local Communities ◽  
Official Language ◽  
Northern Pakistan ◽  
Spatial Mobility ◽  
Central Asian ◽  
The World ◽  
Ethnographic Data ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Digital Spaces

AbstractThe transnational Ismaili community is made up of local communities of Ismailis living in over 25 countries around the world. Despite diversity within and between these communities, the 2.5–12 million Ismailis worldwide share a common identity as Ismaili. Various structures and resources are used to construct and maintain the community. These include an official language – English. In this article, I aim to explore the role of English in connection with Ismaili transnationalism. Drawing on ethnographic data collected during fieldwork in Northern Pakistan and Eastern Tajikistan, and on data taken from digital spaces, I will focus on the movement of local Ismailis away from Northern Pakistan and Eastern Tajikistan, and on the movement of people and ideas to Northern Pakistan and Eastern Tajikistan. I will thereby argue for the importance of including non-mobile individuals in conceptualizations of Ismaili transnationalism. In doing so, I will apply the concept of “motility”, which points to interconnections between social and spatial mobility, and highlights the potential for mobility; and I will underline the role local settings play for transnational processes. In the course of the article, I also demonstrate that Ismaili transnationalism is not homogeneous. Instead, certain people, places and spaces emerge as more relevant to its construction and maintenance. This becomes coupled with access to English and has implications for this issue’s focus on the relationship between South and Central Asian spaces.

scholarly journals Susceptibility/manifestations of different age groups with various comorbidities to COVID-19 infection

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (35) ◽  
pp. 7-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Albin John ◽  
Freedom Ha ◽  
Mimi Zumwalt
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Severe Disease ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Healthcare Systems ◽  
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme 2 ◽  
The Public ◽  
Rapid Spread ◽  
The World ◽  
Novel Virus

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a great toll on many families. From its rapid spread to debilitating outcomes, the virus has wreaked havoc on healthcare systems around the world. As researchers study this novel virus, the public continues to seek more information on who is the most susceptible and which population will be affected by the more severe manifestations of the disease. As a result, scientists have started analyzing the variable effects of COVID-19 infection in different age groups. While the information is still nascent, these studies demonstrate that no one is immune, that all are susceptible to infection by this virus, and that certain demographics of the general population have more severe disease than others. This literature review examines how COVID-19 has affected different age groups, from neonates to older adults, by exploring statistics, mechanisms, and possible risk factors. This article will also investigate the role of comorbidities in increasing the severity of this viral infection. Key words: COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, coronavirus, age, neonates, pregnancy, older adults, mechanism, comorbidities, angiotensin converting enzyme 2

scholarly journals Kearifan Lokal Masyarakat Kalimantan Tengah "Karungut Sansana Dayak" Sebagai Sumber Belajar IPS di Era Globalisasi

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayu Fajriyah
Keyword(s):  
Community Development ◽  
Social Studies ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
Local Character ◽  
The World ◽  
The Face ◽  
The Times

This article describes local wisdom in Indonesia, namely "Karungut Sansana Dayak" as social studies learning resources in the face of the millennial era. The millennial era itself is marked easily people get information from various parts of the world as a result of the rapid development of technology. This condition not only contributes positive for a particular nation or social aggregate. But at the same time it gives impact (residual). Therefore, as the next generation of cultural relay, we are obliged get to know the culture that is the value of the cultural heritage later maintain it until it is not lost by the times. Effectiveness of wisdom local communities in taking on the role of community development is mainly due to communication strategies that it offers, including through the language of symbols which is quite effective. Wisdom Local character is a characteristic of an area that needs to be preserved and maintained its authenticity. The sustainability of local wisdom in an area is carried out from generation to generation to the next generation.

Demarketing

2020 ◽  
pp. 94-114
Author(s):  
Pinaz Tiwari ◽  
Snigdha Kainthola ◽  
Nimit Ranjan Chowdhary
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Sustainable Tourism ◽  
Marketing Mix ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
The Other ◽  
Acceptable Solution ◽  
The World ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
Different Parts

Ensuring sustainability at a tourist destination is a challenge which is faced by many nations. The challenge compounds since short term monetary gains often blind the desire for sustainable development. The term overtourism has gained popularity during the last few years as instances of anti-tourism reactions have been reported from several cities like Venice, Shimla, Barcelona, etc. An acceptable solution for countering overtourism has not yet been found because of the subjectivity and complexity of the situation. This chapter focuses on deconstructing the situation of overtourism in different parts of the world and how de-marketing can be used as one of the strategies for sustainable tourism. It shows the demarketing structure in marketing framework by modifying the 5As of tourism. It also shows the marketing mix framework within the domain of demarketing. It provides an insight into the role of de-marketing in striking a balance between the interests of local communities and stakeholders on one hand and enhancing the tourist experience at a destination on the other.

scholarly journals Kearifan Lokal Masyarakat Kalimantan Tengah "Karungut Sansana Dayak" Sebagai Sumber Belajar IPS di Era Globalisasi

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayu Fajriyah
Keyword(s):  
Community Development ◽  
Social Studies ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
Local Character ◽  
The World ◽  
The Face ◽  
The Times

This article describes local wisdom in Indonesia, namely "Karungut Sansana Dayak" as social studies learning resources in the face of the millennial era. The millennial era itself is marked easily people get information from various parts of the world as a result of the rapid development of technology. This condition not only contributes positive for a particular nation or social aggregate. But at the same time it gives impact (residual). Therefore, as the next generation of cultural relay, we are obliged get to know the culture that is the value of the cultural heritage later maintain it until it is not lost by the times. Effectiveness of wisdom local communities in taking on the role of community development is mainly due to communication strategies that it offers, including through the language of symbols which is quite effective. Wisdom Local character is a characteristic of an area that needs to be preserved and maintained its authenticity. The sustainability of local wisdom in an area is carried out from generation to generation to the next generation.

The role of the National Patient Safety Agency

2002 ◽  
Vol 3 (5) ◽  
pp. 30-31
Author(s):  
HM Glenister
Keyword(s):  
Patient Safety ◽  
Healthcare Systems ◽  
Healthcare Associated Infection ◽  
National Patient Safety Agency ◽  
The World ◽  
National Patient ◽  
Adverse Incident ◽  
Healthcare Associated ◽  
Special Health

T his article aims to provide an Introduction to the work of the National Patient Safety Agency (NPSA), established as a special health authority within the NHS in July 2001. Patient safety, medical error and adverse incident reporting are high priorities in healthcare systems across the world. The NPSA will coordinate the efforts to report, and more importantly, learn from, adverse events occurring in the NHS. Part of the remit of the NPSA is to produce working solutions to prevent harm, specify national goals and establish mechanisms to track progress. This article will highlight some of the projects that will impact positively upon the work of infection control practitioners. The ‘Handy Hygiene’ project being undertaken by the NPSA will address the familiar concern of preventable healthcare-associated infection (HAI), which is estimated to cost the NHS nearly #1 billion a year.

scholarly journals Impact of coronavirus disease 2019 on ENT clinical practice and training: the resident's perspective

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
D Kapoor ◽  
A S Ramavat ◽  
M Mehndiratta ◽  
A Agrawal ◽  
V Arora ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Disease Transmission ◽  
Healthcare Systems ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Protective Equipment ◽  
Planning Service ◽  
The World ◽  
To Come ◽  
The Impact ◽  
And Training

Abstract Background The arrival of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic disrupted life suddenly and forcefully, and healthcare systems around the world are still struggling to come to terms with it. This paper reviews the impact of the pandemic on ENT practice and training. Methods The present manuscript was developed as a narrative review to examine the role of otorhinolaryngologists in the management of the pandemic, and assess its impact on practice and training in the specialty. Results Otorhinolaryngologists handle secretions of organs implicated in disease transmission, leaving them particularly vulnerable even while performing simple procedures. Although the pandemic increased skill expectations, it simultaneously reduced learning opportunities for trainees. In addition, attention to emergencies has been delayed. Further, the suspension of elective procedures has affected patients with malignancies. Conclusion While planning service resumption, provisions need to be made for protective equipment and training; improving teleconsultation services will help provide sustainable care during further waves.

scholarly journals Sergiu Musteata, Introduction

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 5-6
Author(s):  
Sergiu Musteata
Keyword(s):  
World Heritage ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
World Heritage Sites ◽  
Saint Petersburg ◽  
Heritage Sites ◽  
The World ◽  
Multimedia Technologies ◽  
The Uk

In the current issue, we are publishing another 11 papers divided into two chapters too. The third chapter, “World Heritage and Local Communities – Consulting, Involving, Participation”, includes six papers focused on various experiences of the community participation in preservation, revitalization and promotion of the World Heritage Sites, like Saint Petersburg (Russia) and Old Havana (Cuba), and the role of the new World Heritage Watch movement (Germany). The chapter concludes with a paper on the relations between Heritage and Mass Media (Romania). The fourth chapter, “Cultural Tourism, Digital Technology and Heritage – Promotion, Valorisation, Use/Reuse of the World Heritage Sites”, includes the other five papers which debate, in particular, the relation between heritage and tourism (Romania), the role of local communities in the projects concerning sustainable development (the UK, India), heritage and multimedia technologies (Romania) and socialist modernist heritage (Romania/Moldova).

scholarly journals Nurse Practitioner: Is It Time to Have a Role in Saudi Arabia?

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 41-47
Author(s):  
Hessa A. Almutairi ◽  
Kholoud N. Alharbi ◽  
Hana K. Alotheimin ◽  
Roaa Gassas ◽  
Musaad S. Alghamdi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Nurse Practitioners ◽  
Nurse Practitioner ◽  
Healthcare Systems ◽  
Cultural Barriers ◽  
Advanced Practice ◽  
Clinical Nursing ◽  
The World ◽  
The Uk

Low recruitment of Saudi nationals into the nursing profession, coupled with a growing population, has led to a severe nursing shortage in Saudi Arabia, particularly of nurses with advanced qualifications in clinical nursing. While the role of nurse practitioner has been successfully integrated into the healthcare systems of the U.S., Canada, the UK and Australia for decades, the advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), which includes nurse practitioners and clinical nursing specialists, is still not being implemented effectively in Saudi Arabia due to a variety of regulatory, institutional and cultural barriers. The author looks at some of those barriers and offers recommendations of how they might be overcome. Given that in many parts of the world, nurse practitioners are considered an essential component to meeting healthcare demands, the author considers the question of whether APRNs can find a role in Saudi Arabia’s healthcare system.

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