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What is brain cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   91   Brain cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancerous) cells form in the tissues of the brain.It encompasses a wide variety of tumors,each with different characteristics,causes,and prognoses.These tumors can originate in the brain itself (primary brain t...

What are the risk factors for head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   299   Risk factors for head and neck cancers include tobacco use (smoking and smokeless tobacco),excessive alcohol consumption,human papillomavirus (HPV) infection,particularly HPV16 and 18,exposure to certain occupational hazards like asbestos,wood dust,and cer...

What is Sexual Harassment? It's Never Okay!   created at May 16, 2024   1,403   Sexual harassment can be any unwelcome sexual advances,requests for sexual favors,and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature.It can create a hostile work or learning environment and make you feel uncomfortable,intimidated,or afraid.Here are...

The Intriguing Role of Birds and Mammals in Parasite Life Cycles   created at May 11, 2009   162   Birds and mammals play crucial,often essential,roles as intermediate or definitive hosts in the complex life cycles of numerous parasites.Many parasites require specific bird or mammal species for their larval stages (intermediate host),where they undergo ...

Understanding Liver Infections During Pregnancy - Risks and Precautions   created at Sep 25, 2009   277   Pregnancy is a period of significant physical and emotional changes,necessitating special care and attention to the health of both the mother and the unborn child.Among the various health concerns that can arise during pregnancy,liver infections are partic...

Understanding Redness in Skin: Does it Always Lead to Scars?   updated at Nov 29, 2024   145   Redness in skin doesn't always lead to scars.While redness can be a sign of inflammation that *could* lead to scarring if the injury is severe enough to damage the dermis (the deeper layer of skin),many causes of redness,such as sunburn,minor irritation,or...

Evaluating Intangible Traits in Employee Performance Reviews   updated at Nov 29, 2024   834   In the fast-paced world of work,performance reviews are essential for both employees and managers.These reviews assess skills and achievements,helping guide career paths and boost overall team productivity.But what about the qualities that don't come with ...

The Example Turning a Negative into a Positive - How to Make Criticism Count?   updated at May 16, 2024   1,048   In the world of work,feedback is a crucial part of learning and growing.But sometimes,that feedback can sting a little,especially if it comes across as negative.However,with a shift in perspective,we can turn criticism into an amazing opportunity for impro...

Exploring the Rise in Sinusitis: Understanding the Factors Behind the Increase   created at May 06, 2009   103   In recent years, there has been a notable uptick in the prevalence of sinus infections, raising concerns among healthcare professionals and researchers alike. While the exact cause of this increase remains uncertain, several factors may contribute to the r...

The Heightened Risk of Swimmer's Itch in Children: An Insight   created at May 11, 2009   149   Swimmer's itch, a common yet irritating skin condition, tends to affect children more severely than adults, but what factors contribute to this heightened sensitivity? The reasons are closely tied to the behavior and physiological characteristics of childr...

Unraveling the Avian Connection: Tracing Swimmer's Itch to Bird Hosts   created at May 11, 2009   122   Determining which birds carry schistosomes responsible for swimmer's itch involves a meticulous scientific process. Here's a glimpse into the methods used to identify and understand the avian hosts:1. Miracidia Hatching from Feces: Birds are checked for av...

Understanding Age as a Risk Factor for Vulvar Cancer   created at May 05, 2009   112   Age is an undeniable factor when it comes to assessing the risk of developing vulvar cancer. Statistics reveal a significant correlation between age and the incidence of this form of cancer. According to recent findings, a staggering three-fourths of women...

The Review To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   207   The employee performance appraisal or review should be a summary of all that has been discussed. Based upon job expectations and key areas of contribution, and previously discussed goals and evaluation methods, the appraisal should be a written confirmatio...

Adequately Prepare and Train Your Managers To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   108   Managing the performance of another individual is not an easy task and requires many skills. Training may be required to ensure managers feel adequately prepared to effectively complete all the tasks related to performance management. This is especially th...

Document is the killer application To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   87   Note taking must be consistent and include all significant occurrences, positive or negative. Documentation is important to support performance decisions, and notes should be written with the intent to share. In addition to documenting the details of an oc...

Begin with Performance Planning To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   125   Using established goals as a basis, performance planning sets the stage for the year by communicating objectives, and setting an actionable plan to guide the employee to successfully achieve goals. Performance planning, as with all other steps, is a collab...

Set Goals Effectively To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   131   Goals are the basis of an effective process. There are two key elements to consider when developing goals. First, are goals written clearly and objectively? Second, are they directly contributing to the achievement of business strategy? Clearly communicati...