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HITECH Act privacy and security requirements for covered entities

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act was made into law in February, 2009. The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH) piece of this act includes extensive new requirements for privacy and security that impact HIPPA covered entities and business associates…

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The battered woman syndrome defense in R. v. Lavallée

Canadian Supreme Court 1990 decision that created the battered wife syndrome defense. The case is analyzed for how such a defense came into being and the implications it has on interpreting a battered woman's response.

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The Flint sit-down strike of 1936 and 1937

The Flint Sit-Down Strike occurred between 1936 and 1937 by workers of the General Motors Company. Up until this time, there were very few strikes through the United States. The strikes that did occur were talked about very little and were considered to be small.

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Theistic responses to the problem of evil and divine inscrutability

Is Evil Really a "Problem" for Theists? Throughout history, the persistence of evil has posed problems for conventional theistic belief systems.

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Complementary and alternative medicine approaches for managing multiple sclerosis

In today's health field, there is a growing trend to explore different approaches to the side effects and treatment of many diseases, including Chinese medicine, vitamin therapy, homeopathic remedies and other non-invasive techniques.

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William Penn's path to founding Pennsylvania

As its name suggests, the state of Pennsylvania was founded by William Penn, Jr., though it was actually named after his father, William Penn, Sr.

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The history of anatomy from ancient Egypt to Henry Gray

Anatomy is defined as the study of structure which is derived from a Greek word and means to cut. It was first discovered and practiced over in Alexandria, Egypt with one of the greatest anatomy teachers being Herophilus.

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Authoritarian versus permissive parenting styles and child outcomes

Deciding how to be a good parent is an issue with which all new parents struggle.

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The evolution and role of the Chief Medical Information Officer in healthcare

Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO) initiated solely in the market value of clinical systems, it has developed into a dynamic category of its own. I will demonstrate how this CMIO position has become quite the cornerstone on the path to clinical prosperity.

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Cosmopolitanism and liberalism compatibility in global politics

To under the topic, one must first understand what is involved when talking about Cosmopolitanism and Liberalism. Cosmopolitan is a derivative of the Greek word "kosmopolites" which means citizen of the world.

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