In this podcast, I will analyze the obtained data and discuss the results in line with the research question. In particular,  the challenges facing dental healthcare in the USA proposed solutions (recommendations) in dealing with these issues. While exploring the challenges, I will highlight the inefficiency in dental care workers in the sector and the shortage of dental and oral care providers. Moreover, I will highlight some of the human resources and social, economic issues affecting the industry. Solutions will be based on in-service training, change of attitude on the dental care practitioners, and addressing the shortage of workers.

Food Deserts are an area inside of a community where fresh foods and or grocery stores are not available. These areas are in rural and urban low-income  areas. The main sources of food within food deserts or food insecure communities rely on the inventory of small convenient stores, gas stations, and fast food restaurants. This is unfortunate, however there are economic obligations that do not permit large chain grocery stores to be built in lower income areas. Issues of income, crime, and lifestyle may contribute to the success or lack of success with a large chain store. In my paper I go more in depth on the socio-economic issues that surrounds the reasoning behind what makes sense financially for certain communities. The issues that circle around food deserts are nutrition related health concerns like childhood and adulthood obesity and type -2 diabetes. Several organizations have been created with the intent to solve this issue. At the end I proposed a non-profit that recognized the obstacles and shortcomings in previous organizations, focusing on culture, preference, and lifestyle.

In recent times, medicine has been moving towards specialized and sick care. There have been many benefits, but also major consequences for where medicine is now currently and where it is going. Many of these consequences could be resolved and further prevented by taking a holistic care approach. The specific areas of medicine this podcast will focus on are spinal and podiatric care. To help us understand why a holistic approach is needed in this area, three important key questions are being looked at and answered. (1) What is the current situation of medical school education and with shoes? (2) What is the connection between the spine and the feet (3) how can a holistic care approach help in this area of medicine?

Nature-based tourism is a phenomena that has been gaining speed in recent years. We have more access to traveling than we ever have before, and it may be having a negative impact on the natural environment. This podcast will explore a few of the National Parks and their efforts to combat tourism related pollution while also discussing a few relatively easy and inexpensive possible studies that can be done in the park. These two studies include air quality assessments and trail degradation studies.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EDMR) is a relatively new way to treat PTSD.  This podcast explores PTSD, EMDR, as well as the theories supporting it.  Theory suggests that the memories or trauma is input into the mind incorrectly and EMDR possesses the ability to reprogram the mind and treat the effects of PTSD.  The military community is particularly susceptible to PTSD and this form of therapy is a great option for members looking to continue their military career and get the treatment they need.v

This podcast outlines the various methods in which marine biologists have come to study the ecology of migratory pelagic fish. It seeks to highlight past studies of yellowfin tuna in the Gulf of California, and places a special interest on the marine research methods in which scientists are able to study highly migratory pelagic species. In the end it speaks to the importance of knowledge when it comes to the creation and support of marine management and conservation techniques. Although, tuna may not be directly important to everyone, it is important we are informed on a variety of ecological issues as we seek to be wise, and environmentally conscious decision makers for the good of the ocean and earth.

Having advancements in the sciences is vital to the ability to react to global issues. The US school system produces fewer Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math(STEM) students than other industrialized countries such as China, India, and the European Union, meaning that our reaction to global problems may be impaired as fewer and fewer STEM students enter the field. To increase the amount of students pursuing STEM careers, I propose an increase in a number of factors, coming down to simply pushing students to take higher level courses and get real-world experience through mentorships, apprenticeships and scientific projects.

This podcast emphasizes the importance of a healthy diet for athletes and the specific energy-yielding nutrients that it entails, specifically carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. These are important components of a healthy diet that especially help with combating fatigue, and in turn can help an athlete perform better when competing since their bodies won’t be exhausted with the proper nutrients. This podcast specifies how college athletes have a lot to deal with during their season because of school and their sport. There are many factors that affect dietary habits, and the busy schedule of a student-athlete in college doesn’t make it easier to maintain a healthy diet. Many student-athletes aren’t aware of what foods they should be incorporating into their meal plans, and this podcast provides insight as to what kinds of foods to eat, and why they’rei mportant for the  needs of college athletes.

Whether you are a student or not, college-aged students ranging from 18-24 have a higher risk of developing PTSD due to physical and sexual assault. College-aged students that have faced child abuse and neglect or are part of the LGBTQ+ community have an even higher chance of becoming victims of physical and sexual assault. With the majority of victims suffering physical, emotional and psychological trauma. It is important that all victims, regardless of the form of trauma or other associated disorders developed, get medical attention and psychological counseling in order to get the proper treatments they deserve. The following will define and provide examples of college-aged students that have dealt with some form of child abuse or neglect, physical or sexual assault, or individuals of the LGBTQ+ community who have become victims of posttraumatic stress disorder, or PTSD.

This episode discusses the field of forensic science. Forensic science is an important field that integrates law and science. Within the field of forensic science comes misconceptions due to “The CSI Effect.” With the CSI Effect comes issues within the field such as casework backlog, drained time, and drained resources. Due to this, it is important that the history, techniques, and disciplines of forensic science are brought to the attention of the public. This podcast dives deep into the techniques and steps of DNA Analysis, the importance of this particular discipline, and the role that higher education can play in combating the negative effects of the CSI Effect.