Kessler, D. A. (2016). The end of overeating: Taking control of the insatiable American appetite. New York: Simon & Schuster. Dr Kessler is still remembered by many for the central role he played as an FDA commissioner and policymaker. A medical doctor by profession, he seeks to explain the intricacies of obesity and how thousands find themselves in […]
Analyzing Unethical Behavior Over the past three decades, the criminal justice system has received a tirade of criticism owing to a spike in cases of unethical behavior amongst persons expected to serve the citizenry under various capacities. A typical reason cited to explain this phenomenon is the supposed disillusionment that often plagues persons in this
Introduction The 21st century has been punctuated by sudden spikes in epidemiological transitions that have, more often than not, been the bane of human existence. Concomitantly, obesity is presently progressing in prevalence with a wide range of causative factors being blamed for this particular state of affairs. Even more shocking, is the rise in cases
The spread, permeation, and application of the servant leadership model as a philosophy that is now widely acclaimed remains a baffling contemporary development. From its humble beginnings as a concept fashioned by Robert K. Green, it now boasts a considerable following among leading corporations and Fortune 500 companies. This sudden paradigm shift in matters leadership
Prince Hamlet’s mother, Gertrude is by far one of the most significant and influential female figures in the play. As Queen in the Kingdom of Denmark is revered by her subjects and wields a considerable amount of power: “I will not speak with her.” (Shakespeare, 2014, 4.5.1). In crafting this particular character, William Shakespeare was
Asthma ranks as one of the most crippling conditions owing to its adverse effects on those it afflicts. Those with this condition complain of obstructed airways that make the whole breathing process a hard nut to crack. Even worse are reports by patients of their airways being inflamed, a state of affairs that causes them
Statistical Forecasting Process Forecasting process involves a number of steps that need to accomplish. These steps assist in broadly define and identify the tools and need of health forecasting. According to Wright, Lawrence and Collopy (1996), healthcare forecasting process requires the use of framework containing dynamic process. The process involves seven main steps. The first
“Between Flesh and Steel” is a book written by Gabriel, a great historian with a purpose of describing the military medicine evolution from the middle ages to the 21st century. The book gives detailed information on how soldiers in the battle field have been treated from the time the battle weapons were less severe to
In your view, should Amanda’s harasser be held accountable for the suicide of Amanda Todd? Do you see this as a case of corruption of a minor, even though the offense took place entirely online? It is clear based on the Amanda Todd testimony that she was harassed by the anonymous people to a point
Which do you believe is the best criterion for formalizing ethical judgments: deontological or consequentialist ethics? Consequentialism refers to an ethical theory which judges if something is right or wrong based on its consequences. Based on this theory, an act is regarded to be right if it brings more joy and happiness to many and