The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this p... more The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use.
Since the beginning of creation women have been the fabric of human existence. Yet, unfortunately... more Since the beginning of creation women have been the fabric of human existence. Yet, unfortunately, they have been subjected to discrimination, endured different forms of abuse, and their human rights have been violated, often on a daily basis. Unhappily, prevailing cultural practices and existing or lack of specific governmental policies addressing the needs of women and girls translate into an increased incidence of women's morbidity and mortality worldwide. This section discusses the profound impact gender-based violence, conflict, discrimination, terrorism, and trafficking have on the lives of women and girls. Women and girls need to be cherished and their human rights recognized-not violated. Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Opening Remarks and Moderator: Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A. Chancellor and CEO, Professor of Ra... more Opening Remarks and Moderator: Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A. Chancellor and CEO, Professor of Radiation Oncology, Pediatrics and History, New York Medical College, Provost for Biomedical Affairs, Touro College and University System Will the Pandemic Ever End or Will COVID-19 Become a Regular, Seasonal Infectious Disease? Robert Amler, M.D., MBA Dean, School of Health Sciences and Practice, Vice President for Government Affairs, New York Medical College, Former Regional Health Administrator, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Former Medical Epidemiologist, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) What Do We Know About the Side Effects of the Vaccines for COVID-19 and How Should It Influence Decision-Making About Taking Them or Administering Them? Kathleen DiCaprio, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine What Have We Learned About the Roles of Vitamin D, Ivermectin, and Convalescent Plasma Serum in th...
A woman's health needs and the challenges she faces vary during her life span. According to a... more A woman's health needs and the challenges she faces vary during her life span. According to a recent report released by the World Health Organization, heart disease, including stroke, is the leading cause of death among women in high-income countries, and the second most importance cause in low- and middle-income countries. Women in developing countries also face the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. However, even after controlling for education and household income, causality for these women differ markedly. Other factors that include a woman's life style, overall awareness/ education ,levels , stress status and level of empowerment within her community and family, in addition to the interplay of biological and social factors, also serve as deterrents to her health as they may result in limited access to health care and increase her exposure and vulnerability to risk. Just as critically, diminished health or ability to earn appropriately results in more women i...
The public health success story of the eradication of small pox globally is well known. Unfortuna... more The public health success story of the eradication of small pox globally is well known. Unfortunately many of the vaccine preventable diseases are still prevalent and according to a report released by UNF and its partners in promoting immunizations Millions of children are disabled or killed every decade by preventable diseases like pneumonia, diarrhea, measles and polio. Pneumonia and diarrhea are the two biggest killers of children under five, and account for more than one-third of childhood deaths worldwide. It is horrific that in this day and age of globalization and rapid advances in technology a child dies every 20 seconds due to lack of immunization . This presentation will discuss the role immunizations play in primary and secondary prevention of childhood illness. A recently released report in early 2012 highlights that India has been polio free for a year .The success story of polio and the challenges as to why it is still prevalent in some of the world's nations will ...
In today\u27s world, discussion of women\u27s health and human rights are often given short shrif... more In today\u27s world, discussion of women\u27s health and human rights are often given short shrift. A new book, Women\u27s Global Health and Human Rights, does much to shed light on this overlooked area. This book is unique in that it addresses the similarities and differences in health and human rights challenges faced by women in different regions of the world. The diversity of backgrounds and geographic locations of the invited authors contributes to the book\u27s rich content. Find out more in this article by one of the editors, Dr. Padmini Murthy
The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this p... more The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use.
Since the beginning of creation women have been the fabric of human existence. Yet, unfortunately... more Since the beginning of creation women have been the fabric of human existence. Yet, unfortunately, they have been subjected to discrimination, endured different forms of abuse, and their human rights have been violated, often on a daily basis. Unhappily, prevailing cultural practices and existing or lack of specific governmental policies addressing the needs of women and girls translate into an increased incidence of women's morbidity and mortality worldwide. This section discusses the profound impact gender-based violence, conflict, discrimination, terrorism, and trafficking have on the lives of women and girls. Women and girls need to be cherished and their human rights recognized-not violated. Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Opening Remarks and Moderator: Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A. Chancellor and CEO, Professor of Ra... more Opening Remarks and Moderator: Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A. Chancellor and CEO, Professor of Radiation Oncology, Pediatrics and History, New York Medical College, Provost for Biomedical Affairs, Touro College and University System Will the Pandemic Ever End or Will COVID-19 Become a Regular, Seasonal Infectious Disease? Robert Amler, M.D., MBA Dean, School of Health Sciences and Practice, Vice President for Government Affairs, New York Medical College, Former Regional Health Administrator, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Former Medical Epidemiologist, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) What Do We Know About the Side Effects of the Vaccines for COVID-19 and How Should It Influence Decision-Making About Taking Them or Administering Them? Kathleen DiCaprio, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine What Have We Learned About the Roles of Vitamin D, Ivermectin, and Convalescent Plasma Serum in th...
A woman's health needs and the challenges she faces vary during her life span. According to a... more A woman's health needs and the challenges she faces vary during her life span. According to a recent report released by the World Health Organization, heart disease, including stroke, is the leading cause of death among women in high-income countries, and the second most importance cause in low- and middle-income countries. Women in developing countries also face the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. However, even after controlling for education and household income, causality for these women differ markedly. Other factors that include a woman's life style, overall awareness/ education ,levels , stress status and level of empowerment within her community and family, in addition to the interplay of biological and social factors, also serve as deterrents to her health as they may result in limited access to health care and increase her exposure and vulnerability to risk. Just as critically, diminished health or ability to earn appropriately results in more women i...
The public health success story of the eradication of small pox globally is well known. Unfortuna... more The public health success story of the eradication of small pox globally is well known. Unfortunately many of the vaccine preventable diseases are still prevalent and according to a report released by UNF and its partners in promoting immunizations Millions of children are disabled or killed every decade by preventable diseases like pneumonia, diarrhea, measles and polio. Pneumonia and diarrhea are the two biggest killers of children under five, and account for more than one-third of childhood deaths worldwide. It is horrific that in this day and age of globalization and rapid advances in technology a child dies every 20 seconds due to lack of immunization . This presentation will discuss the role immunizations play in primary and secondary prevention of childhood illness. A recently released report in early 2012 highlights that India has been polio free for a year .The success story of polio and the challenges as to why it is still prevalent in some of the world's nations will ...
In today\u27s world, discussion of women\u27s health and human rights are often given short shrif... more In today\u27s world, discussion of women\u27s health and human rights are often given short shrift. A new book, Women\u27s Global Health and Human Rights, does much to shed light on this overlooked area. This book is unique in that it addresses the similarities and differences in health and human rights challenges faced by women in different regions of the world. The diversity of backgrounds and geographic locations of the invited authors contributes to the book\u27s rich content. Find out more in this article by one of the editors, Dr. Padmini Murthy
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