GS4 Student Scholars Symposium

Nutritional deficiencies and waterborne diseases are common among young children in rural Honduras due to limited access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) practices. This study examined WASH practices and their associations with child nutrition in 400 households across 27 rural communities in Intibucá. Anthropometric data and surveys informed analyses using linear models. Stunting prevalence was 18.0%, while 87.3% of households used piped water, but only 64.0% treated it. Flushing toilets were rare (11.5%), and latrines were shared by 4.2 people on average. Households without piped water had lower weight-for-age z-scores (-0.31, p=0.041), and latrine use was linked to lower length-for-age z-scores (-0.48, p=0.07). Findings highlight the importance of sanitation in child nutrition. Expanding access to piped water and sanitation is crucial for improving child health in rural Honduras.

This paper explores a literature review of how women are expanding more into the workforce requiring them to balance the demands of both family and work. As a result, the importance of breastfeeding is stressed, and the current research involving lactation support for working lactating nurses is investigated. The goal of this paper will be to assess a Southeast Georgia hospital for the barriers and perceived support for working lactating nurses. I predict that there will be a lack of resources and support for working nurses in Savannah Georgia. To investigate this, I will be conducting an anonymous survey using Qualtrics at this Southeast Georgia hospital. I will survey currently lactating nurses including women who have lactated while working at the hospital being surveyed within the last 5 years to increase the possible sample size. 

Since the discovery of X-rays in 1895, continuous research has been conducted on their capabilities and limitations with healthcare. One major focus of interest is patient shielding. Since being introduced in the mid-1900s, patient shielding has been practiced to protect gonads, the thyroid, and other radiosensitive body parts. This research project will investigate protocols implemented in various healthcare locations, specifically within Southeast Georgia. An investigation will be guided by conducting anonymous interviews with local imaging departments regarding their procedures and protocols on patient shielding. Results from these interviews will be analyzed and compared to shielding best practices to provide more insight into the limitations and benefits of patient shielding.

 Art is a sensory language. In language learning, visual literacy is an important factor in developing interlanguage. Art can interchange cultural understanding and promote social learning. The research gathered is based on the perspectives of teachers in the neighboring schools located in Georgia. The purpose of this paper is to examine how teachers can support language learning using visual literacy. Teachers are asked to participate in an interview to record their experiences in language learning. In the completion of the data collected, the analysis gives a deeper understanding of how to improve accommodating language learners in the classroom using visual arts.