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Browsing Master of Public Health Student Reports and Theses by Published Date "2011"

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Surveillance of Infectious Diseases in Arizona

Wheeler, Naomi (2011-08-11)

This document describes various experiences of Kansas State University graduate student Naomi Wheeler during her field experience for a Master’s degree in Public Health and demonstrates her competent understanding of the ...
Park environments and youth physical activity: exploring the influence of proximity and features across Kansas City, Missouri.

Besenyi, Gina M. (Kansas State University, 2011-08-01)

Background: With the dramatic increase in childhood obesity rates over the last three decades, parks can offer an accessible and affordable population-level solution to the important issue of youth physical inactivity. The ...
Multiple Aspects of Chronic Diseases in the Americas

Cotelea, Svetlana (2011-05-25)

The purpose of the reported internship program was to gain insight into the realities of working in the field of Public Health at a large organization level. The focus of the program was to study multiple aspects of chronic ...
Mapping the elements of governance in international health security.

Gopalakrishnan, Shweta (Kansas State University, 2011-07-05)

Globalization has resulted in closer integration of economies and societies. It has contributed to the emergence of a new world order which involves a vast nexus of global and regional institutions, surrounded by transnational ...
The impact of single exposure advertising and socioeconomic status on parenting behavior and children's food choice

Boyd, Aaron (Kansas State University, 2011-11-29)

Background: Childhood obesity represents a major public health problem. Increasing public and political attention has been directed towards the role of child-directed food advertising in the growth of childhood obesity. ...
Human-Animal Interactions at Zoological Institutions

Marion, Christopher (2011-05-25)

Objective – To determine the preventive practices concerning zoonotic disease transmission between humans and animals in interactive exhibits at Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) accredited institutions. Data were ...
Fostering Community Wellness Through Nutrition and Physical Activity at K-State Research and Extension

Weinrich, Shely (2011-12-05)

Amongst adults and children, obesity has been on the rise in multiple countries, bringing obesity to the forefront of public health. Obesity has been shown to be correlated with multiple chronic conditions such as diabetes, ...
Food Defense Planning and Implementation in a Food Ingredients Manufacturing Facility

Saathoff, Scott (2011-08-11)

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) of 2011 explicitly and implicitly charges the food industry with the responsibility of protecting food supply chains against intentional contamination. This field experience was ...
Field Experience Report: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Stephen, Mellina (2011-12-05)

In accordance with requirements for the Masters of Public Health degree, I completed my field experience with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) in ...
Experiences as an AmeriCorps Nutrition Educator for Harvesters--The Community Food Network

Louk, Julie (2012-03-13)

Nearly fifteen percent of households in the United States experienced food insecurity in 2008 and 2009 (one-third of which experienced low food security). Malnourishment resulting from food insecurity may lead to developmental ...
The environmental, financial and public health impact of community cat colonies

Ellis, Constance (2011-08-22)

The issue of feral, free-roaming, abandoned and stray cats can lead to volatile discussions on how to manage their populations that would in turn reduce their impact on the environment and lessen risks to public health. ...
Environmental justice and physical activity: examining disparities in access to parks in Kansas City, Missouri

Vaughan, Katherine B. (Kansas State University, 2011-10-26)

Background: Parks are key community assets for promoting physical activity, especially in low income areas where other accessible, low cost resources may not be available. However, some evidence suggests these integral ...
Elementary School Teachers' Perceptions of Classroom Nutrition Education and Cafeteria Food

Lund, Kaarin (2011-08-11)

Project Overview This study was undertaken due to an interest in volunteering with Fort Riley Public Health. Being an army spouse, I was curious how Army Public Health supports our unique and constantly changing community. ...
A Characterization of Alcohol Use In Active Military Personnel at Fort Riley, KS

Dysart, Valerie (2012-03-13)

My Capstone Field Experience was spent with the Fort Riley Public Health Department in Fort Riley, KS. The experience consisted of two parts. The first included observing and working with the various areas within the Public ...
Assessment for a Statewide Rabies Vaccination Requirement for Dogs and Cats in Kansas

Raybern (Stephens), Chelsea (2011-12-05)

Background Rabies is a highly fatal viral zoonosis that contributes to at least 55,000 human deaths annually throughout the world. Any mammal is susceptible to the rabies virus, but there are only a few species that are ...