Publications by authors named "R A Jacobson"

Io experiences tidal deformation due to its eccentric orbit around Jupiter, which provides a primary energy source for Io's ongoing volcanic activity and infrared emission. The amount of tidal energy dissipated within Io is enormous and has been hypothesized to support the large-scale melting of Io's interior and the formation of a global subsurface magma ocean. If Io has a shallow global magma ocean, its tidal deformation would be much larger than in the case of a more rigid, mostly solid interior.

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The growing need for collaborative healthcare teams to meet complex health challenges has led to physical therapists (PTs) being embedded in adult primary care settings for many years now. However, this model of care has not been found in pediatrics. This qualitative study sought to gain insights from pediatricians on the potential of embedding pediatric PTs in primary care.

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Objective: Infectious mononucleosis (IM) or mono is typically caused by primary infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and may have a months-long, complicated course. We utilized population-based data to add to the limited literature on health care utilization following EBV infection.

Methods: The Rochester Epidemiology Project includes medical records for ∼60% of residents living in 27 counties of Minnesota (MN) and Wisconsin (WI).

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  • A cluster randomized trial in southeast Minnesota aimed to improve HPV vaccine uptake among 11-12-year-olds by using parent reminder letters and provider audit-feedback reports, incorporating a web toolkit for communication strategies.* -
  • Surveys from 95 healthcare providers revealed a high recall and understanding of the audit-feedback reports, but low usage of the accompanying web toolkit, highlighting a disconnect between available resources and their practical use.* -
  • The study found that familiarity with feedback reports and perceived peer endorsement of communication approaches were linked to more frequent HPV vaccine recommendations, indicating potential areas for improving provider training and support.*
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