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This document discusses several case studies and topics related to public health: 1) A Ugandan study on the role of STD treatment in reducing HIV transmission that identified discussing HIV/AIDS openly, modifying sexual behavior, and tailoring programs for different groups as factors in its success. 2) The pros and cons of continuing a clinical trial of HIV drugs, including potential benefits of research but risks that may limit some patients' participation. 3) The pros and cons of field research, including the ability to collect detailed data directly from communities but limitations in breadth of information collected. 4) A study on malaria prophylaxis among pregnant women in Thailand and Malawi that identified screening and treatment approaches but also

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Gec7 Case Analysis

This document discusses several case studies and topics related to public health: 1) A Ugandan study on the role of STD treatment in reducing HIV transmission that identified discussing HIV/AIDS openly, modifying sexual behavior, and tailoring programs for different groups as factors in its success. 2) The pros and cons of continuing a clinical trial of HIV drugs, including potential benefits of research but risks that may limit some patients' participation. 3) The pros and cons of field research, including the ability to collect detailed data directly from communities but limitations in breadth of information collected. 4) A study on malaria prophylaxis among pregnant women in Thailand and Malawi that identified screening and treatment approaches but also

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Collin Jasper C.

Pachingel
GEC 7 Assignment Case Analysis

a. The Ugandan study concerning the role of STD treatment in reducing HIV transmission
pros:

 What in the original Ugandan approach was special enough to allow incidence rates of
HIV to fall so sharply at a time when they were exploding and spreading in many parts of
the world? According to our examination of the circumstances in Uganda, three general
concepts may be credited with this program's success:
 HIV/AIDS was discussed freely;
 The modification of sexual behavior was targeted; and
 The program might be customized for different population groups.
 Through advocacy, information, education, and communication efforts, increase donor
financing as well as financial allocations by national and local government
administrations, including 3 HIV/AIDS in Uganda contributions from the private sector.
 Create a monitoring and assessment system for the UAC, which is presently in draft
form.
 Tell local authorities to assess their individual HIV/AIDS situations and develop effective
responses.
 Increase funding to ensure that more people have access to early treatment for
opportunistic infections associated with HIV/AIDS.
 Encourage local initiatives to fight the illness.
Cons:
Applying fundamental research to hypotheses, results, and conclusions must come first and
foremost. There are fundamental concerns that need to be addressed, such as (a) what sets
Uganda's program apart from that of other nations? (b) Why are HIV rates growing in adjacent
countries with increased condom sales and condom use if condom promotion is largely to blame
for the HIV decline? Then why have the president of Uganda, various health agencies, and a
number of scientific journals made this assertion if partner reduction and delayed sexual debut
are not success factors?
Second, reproducibility is a crucial component of scientific investigation.
The normal information-generation cycle must also be examined and understood. This cycle
typically moves from the presentation of preliminary findings at meetings and conferences to in-
depth research, peer review, and eventual publication.
b. To Continue a Clinical Trial or Not of HIV drugs
pros:

 research on new drugs to treat or prevent AIDS and HIV


 research on HIV prevention or treatment vaccines
 research on drugs for HIV and AIDS-related illnesses
cons:

 Depending on the study, yes. Only HIV-positive individuals are enrolled in several HIV
and AIDS clinical studies. Some research take into account non-HIV individuals.
 A participant's age, gender, history of HIV treatment, and other medical issues may
potentially influence their ability to participate in an HIV and AIDS clinical study.

c. Researcher's Responsibility to the Community


pros:
Researchers can learn more about the people, occasions, and processes they examine directly
through field research. No other approach provides quite the same type of up-close perspective
on daily life. Field researchers may collect incredibly comprehensive information on people and
processes thanks to this up-close look at daily living, possibly more so than they can with any
other technique.

In sum, the major benefits of field research are the following:

1. It could be lacking in breadth since obtaining extremely specific data makes it impossible
to collect information from a sizable number of individuals or groups.
2. It could be draining emotionally.
3. It could be more difficult to record observations using this strategy.
Cons:

This approach has the virtue of enabling field researchers to get extremely precise data. Yet,
this advantage does have a price. A field researcher's attention is so narrowly focused because
of how specific it must be. Simply said, field researchers are unable to collect data from as
many people as, say, a survey researcher. In fact, field researchers frequently give up depth for
breadth. The fact that field research takes a lot of time is related to this.

In sum, the weaknesses of field research include the following:

1. It could be lacking in breadth since obtaining extremely specific data makes it impossible
to collect information from a sizable number of individuals or groups.
2. It could be draining emotionally.
3. It could be more difficult to record observations using this strategy.

d. Malaria prophylaxis among pregnant women at the Thai-Burmese border and rural
Malawi.

Pros:

 Active malaria screening (weekly blood smear) and anemia detection (second weekly)
are included in standard prenatal care (ONC).

 standardized reporting of birth outcomes, and hemocrit.

 Worm coinfection may lessen the severity of malaria.

 Deworming everyone would be good


cons:

 Malaria during pregnancy has been a significant cause of maternal mortality along the
Thai-Burma border.

 Conflicting and perplexing outcomes.

 "Mutating disadvantaged socioeconomic groups"

 Due to the low transmission rate, there is little natural immunity to malaria, which is why
the majority of patients with the parasite had symptoms.
e. Share holder in a Biotech firm

pros:

 Whether you're searching for a job or a career move, there are a number of beneficial
and gratifying features of the sector to keep in mind.

 Whichever area of the biotech business you end up working in, all of your efforts will be
directed on making people's lives better and healthier.

 bursting at the seams with countless possibilities you may seize to take your career to
new heights
Cons:

 The drawbacks should also be considered to gain a full picture of what you're signing up
for. Working in the biotech sector has its difficulties and drawbacks, just like any other
line of work.

 Strict Deadlines

 Many positions in the biotech field are deadline-based, however this may ultimately rely
on the part of the industry you work in.

 Less Autonomy

 You may find it difficult to fit in with the biotech business if you want to take complete
control of your actions.

 Extensive Travel

 Your biotech profession can need you to travel large distances rather frequently.

 Final Takeaway

 It's crucial to have a thorough understanding of the topic if you're thinking about a job in
the biotech sector. There are benefits and drawbacks in any subject, and being aware of
them in advance will help you make the best choice.

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