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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Health_Education_(Rienk_and_Lundin)/01%3A_Introduction_to_Health/1.09%3A_Leading_Causes_of_DeathThis page discusses the leading causes of death from 1975 to 2015, highlighting that heart disease and cancer were consistently the top two. While stroke, unintentional injuries, and influenza/pneumon...This page discusses the leading causes of death from 1975 to 2015, highlighting that heart disease and cancer were consistently the top two. While stroke, unintentional injuries, and influenza/pneumonia were part of the top five in 1975, by 2015, chronic lower respiratory diseases replaced influenza/pneumonia, alongside the other causes.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nutrition/Principles_of_Nutritional_Assessment_3e_(Gibson_et_al.)/01%3A_Introduction/1.01%3A_New_developments_in_nutritional_assessmentThis page discusses the evolution of nutritional assessment through non-invasive methods such as dried blood samples and all-in-one platforms, particularly in low-income countries. It highlights the p...This page discusses the evolution of nutritional assessment through non-invasive methods such as dried blood samples and all-in-one platforms, particularly in low-income countries. It highlights the potential of e- and m-Health technologies to enhance nutrition-related behaviors, the expansion of point of care technology, and the emergence of personalized nutrition via omic sciences.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nutrition/Principles_of_Nutritional_Assessment_3e_(Gibson_et_al.)/01%3A_IntroductionThis page outlines the history and development of nutritional assessment procedures starting from the 1930s, initiated by the League of Nations. It highlights the formation of the ICNND in 1955 to com...This page outlines the history and development of nutritional assessment procedures starting from the 1930s, initiated by the League of Nations. It highlights the formation of the ICNND in 1955 to combat malnutrition in low-income countries and the creation of a standardized guide. WHO later published guidelines for vulnerable populations. Additionally, U.S.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nutrition/Principles_of_Nutritional_Assessment_3e_(Gibson_et_al.)/13%3A_Biomarkers_(Chapter_15)/13.07%3A_Application_of_new_technologies_(15.7)This page explores the evolution of nutritional assessment methods, moving from traditional biomarkers to advanced "omics" technologies, including nutrigenetics, proteomics, and metabolomics. These ap...This page explores the evolution of nutritional assessment methods, moving from traditional biomarkers to advanced "omics" technologies, including nutrigenetics, proteomics, and metabolomics. These approaches assess nutrient interactions, genetic influences on health, and metabolic states. Metabolomics specifically employs both targeted and non-targeted strategies in dietary intervention, disease studies, and biomarker identification, though results may vary.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing%3A_A_Call_to_Action_(Reed_et_al.)/01%3A_Foundations_of_Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing/1.07%3A_Chapter_Seven-_Community_Violence_and_Violence_PreventionThe chapter discusses violence and violence prevention in communities, highlighting violence as a significant health issue in the U.S. Violence is defined by the WHO as an intentional use of force res...The chapter discusses violence and violence prevention in communities, highlighting violence as a significant health issue in the U.S. Violence is defined by the WHO as an intentional use of force resulting in injury, death, or psychological harm. Key topics include domestic and intimate partner violence (IPV), gun violence, and human trafficking, along with their prevalence and consequences.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing%3A_A_Call_to_Action_(Reed_et_al.)/01%3A_Foundations_of_Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing/1.05%3A_Chapter_Five-_Population_HealthPopulation health is slightly different from public health because public health works to protect and improve the health of communities through policy recommendations, health education and outreach, a...Population health is slightly different from public health because public health works to protect and improve the health of communities through policy recommendations, health education and outreach, and research for disease detection and injury prevention.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/09%3A_Management_of_Chronic_Illness/9.02%3A_Comorbid_Chronic_DiseasesThis section explores the concept of comorbidity, which is the presence of two or more medical conditions simultaneously. It discusses the financial impacts associated with comorbid chronic diseases, ...This section explores the concept of comorbidity, which is the presence of two or more medical conditions simultaneously. It discusses the financial impacts associated with comorbid chronic diseases, which significantly contribute to health care costs and burden. The section also reviews health care coverage options for individuals with comorbid chronic diseases, focusing on Medicare and Medicaid.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nutrition/Principles_of_Nutritional_Assessment_3e_(Gibson_et_al.)/05%3A_Nutrient_reference_values_(Chapter_8a)/5.07%3A_WHO_FAO_Nutrient_Reference_Values_(8a.7)This page discusses the WHO/FAO's 2004 nutrient reference values, including Estimated Average Requirement (EAR), Recommended Nutrient Intake (RNI), and Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL), which guide v...This page discusses the WHO/FAO's 2004 nutrient reference values, including Estimated Average Requirement (EAR), Recommended Nutrient Intake (RNI), and Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL), which guide vitamin and mineral intake when specific needs are unmet. It outlines energy requirements based on Total Energy Expenditure (TEE) and lifestyle factors, with special attention for pregnant women and children.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/02%3A_Culturally_Competent_Care/2.07%3A_ReferencesDelivering patient-centered care in the midst of a cultural conflict: The role of cultural competence. Cultural competence and cultural humility: A critical reflection on key cultural diversity concep...Delivering patient-centered care in the midst of a cultural conflict: The role of cultural competence. Cultural competence and cultural humility: A critical reflection on key cultural diversity concepts. Leininger’s Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality: An overview with a historical retrospective and a view toward the future. The role of nurses in eliminating health disparities and achieving health equity. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health. (2023).
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Health_Education_(Rienk_and_Lundin)/11%3A_Physical_FitnessThis page emphasizes the importance of regular physical activity for enhancing health among all age groups and health conditions, including chronic illnesses. It highlights the benefits for diverse de...This page emphasizes the importance of regular physical activity for enhancing health among all age groups and health conditions, including chronic illnesses. It highlights the benefits for diverse demographics—men, women, children, and older adults—and outlines the positive health outcomes linked to physical fitness. Additionally, the page suggests various ways for individuals to increase their activity levels and create effective fitness plans.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nutrition/Principles_of_Nutritional_Assessment_3e_(Gibson_et_al.)/06%3A_Evaluation_of_intakes_and_diets_(Chapter_8b)/6.02%3A_Using_the_NRVs_to_assess_nutrient_intakes_of_an_individual_(8b.2)This page discusses the challenges of assessing nutrient intake due to unknown requirements and variability in dietary data. It outlines two approaches: a statistical method based on Average Requireme...This page discusses the challenges of assessing nutrient intake due to unknown requirements and variability in dietary data. It outlines two approaches: a statistical method based on Average Requirements (AR) and a qualitative interpretation of nutrient levels. Guidelines for determining nutrient adequacy are provided, including Adequate Intake (AI) and Upper Intake Levels (UL), with implications for health based on these measures.
