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Analyzes a model for the deformation of a rotating prismatic rod-like body. Information on the rod theory; Discussion on the boundary value problem governing steady motions; Steady motions predicted by the model; Details of the uniaxial model and how it can be established.

Due to an ageing population and improvements in healthcare, the prevalence of chronic disease (CD) is rising in Ireland and internationally. In Ireland, CD care is often characterised by siloed, reactive care, culminating in repeated hospital admissions. This is neither patient-centred nor sustainable. Health services need to evolve to meet changing population need. How can Irish health services meet population need in a sustainable way? The National Clinical Programmes (NCPs) in Ireland draw together healthcare professionals from primary and secondary care to improve specific areas within the health service. Public Health Practitioners (PHPs) have been central to the population health approach taken by the NCPs. Over the past decade, an integrated approach to CD care with an emphasis on prevention and population health has been advocated by PHPs, underpinned by a compelling epidemiological case. The use of a generic model of care for the prevention and management of CD, within an integrated approach to service delivery, is associated with positive health outcomes. The ‘‘National framework for the integrated prevention and management of chronic disease in Ireland’’ is a national clinical model that focuses on shifting the vast majority of CD care into the community. The Framework takes a generic approach to the prevention and management of four major CDs: type 2 diabetes; asthma; COPD; cardiovascular disease. It is now being implemented under PHP leadership. The sustained action of many PHPs over the past decade has resulted in the funding of this seminal programme. This project highlights the importance of working alongside Primary and Secondary Care Clinicians in achieving service reform. Key messages: This Framework provides an integrated approach to CD care and will transform service delivery. PHPs have a central role in the development and delivery of sustainable, evidence-based health services. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This survey was carried out in the Spring of 1987 on a stratified random sample of 445 post-primary schoolpupils in County Kilkenny, Ireland. Knowledge, attitudes and behaviour relevant to non-communicable diseases were examined using a questionnaire developed from a World Health Organization core questionnaire. The results showed that levels of adolescent alcohol and tobacco use were similar to those found in neighbouring European countries. Smoking and drinking increased during adolescence and were more prevalent in males. Physical activity decreased throughout adolescence and a high intake of 'snack foods' was found. Health-related knowledge levels were high but were not related to behaviour. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Republic of Ireland has experienced difficulty in recruiting nurses to both acute and long-term care settings, including intellectual disability. Many health care providers have looked outside Ireland for nurses to provide services guaranteed under national health strategies. This article describes a small-scale study undertaken in a large service provider following the employment of a large number of Filipino nurses. The aim was to explore the expectations and experiences of a sample of 10 Filipino nurses working in Ireland for at least 3 months. A qualitative approach using a phenomenological philosophy was adopted. Data were collected using focus group discussion followed by seven individual interviews, and analysed using a framework described by Moustakas. Five themes emerged: infrastructure; expectation versus experience; understanding of intellectual disability; education; and the role of the family. The study highlights the Filipino nurses? expressed need for more accurate and relevant information during recruitment in the Philippines. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]