Week 3 information Required Readings Milstead, J. A., & Short, N. M. (2019). Health policy and politics: A nurse’s guide (6th ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning. • Chapter 3, “Government Response: Legislation” (pp. 37–56) • Chapter 10, “Overview: The Economics and Finance of Health Care” (pp. 180–183 only) Congress.gov. (n.d.). Retrieved September 20, […]

The Impact of Climate Change on Maritime Transportation The effects of climate change are being felt around the world, and the maritime transportation industry is no exception. Rising sea levels, changing weather patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events are just some of the ways in which climate change is affecting maritime transportation. In […]

Marine Biotechnology Marine biotechnology is a field of biotechnology that involves the use of marine organisms and their products for various applications in fields such as medicine, agriculture, industry, and environmental remediation. The marine environment is a rich source of biodiversity and contains a vast array of unique and complex organisms that have developed specialized […]

The Importance of Marine Engineering in Ensuring Safe and Efficient Shipping Marine engineering is a crucial aspect of the shipping industry that plays a critical role in ensuring safe and efficient shipping operations. Marine engineers are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the complex systems and machinery that power ships, including propulsion systems, electrical systems, […]

Sustainable Fishing Practices: The Path to Long-Term Viability Introduction Fishing is an important source of food and income for millions of people around the world. However, the unsustainable fishing practices employed by many in the industry have led to depleted fish populations, damaged marine ecosystems, and economic losses. In order to ensure the long-term viability […]

Assignment: legislation comparison grid and testimony/advocacy statement Legislation Comparison Grid Health-related Bill Name: The Affordable Insulin Project Act of 2023 Bill Number: H.R. 1234 Description: The bill was introduced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez [D-NY-14] on January 3, 2023. The purpose of the bill is to establish a program that would provide insulin at no cost […]

NURS 6050 Week 4 Assignment: Legislation Grid and Testimony/Advocacy Statement Legislation Grid Health-related Bill Name: Mental Health in Schools Act of 2021 Bill Number: H.R. 845/S. 349 Description: The Mental Health in Schools Act was introduced in both the House of Representatives and the Senate on February 4, 2021, by Rep. Grace Napolitano and Senator […]

Book Review: Animal Farm by George Orwell – A Dark Satire on the Corrupting Influence of Power Animal Farm by George Orwell is a classic piece of literature that is known for its sharp satire, its wit, and its uncompromising commentary on the nature of power and the corruption that it can bring. The book […]

Book Review: “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho “The Alchemist” is a novel written by Paulo Coelho and was originally published in Portuguese in 1988. The book has been translated into numerous languages and has sold millions of copies worldwide. The story follows a young shepherd boy named Santiago who embarks on a journey to find […]

Fahrenheit 451: A Masterpiece of Dystopian Fiction Fahrenheit 451 is a masterpiece of dystopian literature written by Ray Bradbury in 1953. This novel tells the story of a fireman, Guy Montag, whose job is not to put out fires, but to start them. His job is to burn books because books are banned in this […]