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The Effects of Canine Presence on Human Welfare under the Biopsychosocial Model

Owning to the millennia-long relationship between dogs and humans, there is a wealth of research on the impacts of human-dog interactions, or Human-Animal Interactions (HAI). Most studies focus on the biopsychosocial model, which describes biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors as interrelated and interdependent aspects of human welfare. While research has shown that HAI improves psychological and social welfare, studies have yielded contrasting results regarding the physical health benefits of canine presence. This review addresses both cohesive and contradictory findings regarding the impact of dogs on humans, as well as potential explanations for the dramatic variation in conclusions.

Potential Need for a New Mobile Medical Clinic to Provide ACE-Related Care to the Sacramento County for At-Risk Pediatric Populations

This review explores the potential benefits of developing a new mobile pediatric medical clinic that serves the northwest region of Sacramento County through Adverse Childhood Events (ACEs) related care. First, this review provides evidence of the community health needs in Sacramento County, discussed in three sections: what patients need, what currently exists for them, and what ...