Annotating very high-resolution satellite imagery: A whale case study.

The use of very high-resolution (VHR) optical satellites is gaining momentum in the field of wildlife monitoring, particularly for whales, as this technology is showing potential for monitoring the less studied regions. However, surveying large areas using VHR optical satellite imagery requires the development of automated systems to detect targets. Machine learning approaches require large training datasets of annotated images.

High prevalence of geriatric syndromes in older adults.

Introduction: The geriatric syndromes of frailty, sarcopenia, weight loss, and dementia are highly prevalent in elderly individuals across all care continuums. Despite their deleterious impact on quality of life, disability, and mortality in older adults, they are frequently under-recognized. At Saint Louis University, the Rapid Geriatric Assessment (RGA) was developed as a brief screening tool to identify these four geriatric syndromes.

Baseball reminiscence league: a model for supporting persons with dementia.

Reminiscence therapy for persons with dementia improves socialization and quality of life. Herein we report the development of reminiscence groups based around memories of professional baseball. Preliminary feedback suggests that this can be a successful approach to enhancing quality of life for persons with mild to moderate dementia.

Oncology nursing in Cuba: report of the delegation.

In December 2011, the first delegation of oncology nurses from the United States visited Havana, Cuba. The delegation included oncology nurses, educators, and leaders from across America and provided opportunities to learn about the healthcare system, cancer, and oncology nursing in Cuba. Delegation members attended lectures, toured facilities, and enjoyed Cuban culture.

Acceptability and validity of older driver screening with the DrivingHealth Inventory.

Research has indicated that technology can be effectively used to identify high-risk older drivers. However, adaptation of such technology has been limited. Researchers debate whether older drivers represent a safety problem as well as whether they should be screened for driving fitness.

The impacts of subsidized health insurance on employees' use of preventive health services.

This study presents an uncontrolled preliminary evaluation of a pilot health insurance subsidy program and addresses whether provision of subsidized insurance that required employee contribution had an impact upon preventive health utilization among small businesses and their employees. Self-report questionnaires were mailed to the employees; these included questions on use of preventive health services before and after enrollment in the subsidy program. The analysis was stratified by self-reported prior enrollment in an insurance program to compare employees with and without prior health insurance.