Theses and Dissertations from UMD

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    SUPPLEMENT USE AMONG A PRE-COLONOSCOPY POPULATION
    (2018) O'Connor, Shanelle; King-Marshall, Evelyn C; Public and Community Health; Digital Repository at the University of Maryland; University of Maryland (College Park, Md.)
    In the United States, Colorectal Cancer (CRC) is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in both males and females. In 2017, it was estimated that 50,260 people would die from colon cancer alone (American Cancer Society, 2017). There are several behavioral factors that are known to reduce the risk of CRC. Studies have shown that less smoking, reduced heavy alcohol use, engaging in regular physical activity and healthy eating habits are associated with a lower risk of developing colorectal cancer (Lynes et al, 2016). In recent studies, researchers found an inverse relationship between Calcium and Vitamin D use and colorectal cancer through various mechanisms (Chan & Giovannucci, 2010). However, the role of other supplements, including multi-vitamins, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, remains uncertain; there have only been a few studies conducted with these other supplements and their role in colon cancer risk reduction. According to Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements, 68% of U.S. adults report that they use a dietary supplement and over 50% are regular users. NHANES survey shows that women, older adults, and whites use supplements more than their counterparts (Picciano, 2005). A survey was administered to patients prior to their colonoscopy appointment to investigate perceived and actual understanding of the procedure, health literacy, and general health. Participants were selected from eligible patients (18 years or older; could read/write English; cognitively able to fill out survey) scheduled for a colonoscopy at either a university hospital-based center or a university-affiliated outpatient endoscopy center situated in Alachua County, Florida from September 2011 through October 2013 (Curbow et al, 2015). The goal of this proposed Master’s thesis capstone is to conduct a secondary analysis of data collected from patients in this study to determine associations regarding supplement use with various variables such as demographic factors, perceived health literacy, informed about CRC, concern about CRC, reason for colonoscopy and general health. These associations will help us to better understand how these variables impact supplement use among this population.
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    The pharmacology of pyrethrum flowers
    (1936) Rosen, Harry; Digital Repository at the University of Maryland; University of Maryland (College Park, Md)
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    Infusing Wellness: Eastern Traditions in the Western Context
    (2013) James, Khara; Eisenbach, Ronit; Simon, Madlen; Architecture; Digital Repository at the University of Maryland; University of Maryland (College Park, Md.)
    Wellness is defined as an optimal state of health in the mind, body, and spirit. This state is achieved through a balance of energy found in all things, including the human body. Eastern Traditions support the notion that this energy is governed by the elements of nature. Eastern architects such as Tadao Ando and Geoffrey Bawa offer lessons on how design connects humans to nature and appeals to our sense of well-being. This thesis builds on the implications of both Eastern health and design traditions to develop a building typology in the West that promotes healing in our underserved communities. It aims to heal and educate people by providing spaces for healthy, natural and preventative activities. It explores a process of design for well-being in which the users experience the healing qualities of nature in a space. The resulting wellness center acts as a threshold into nature natural environment.