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AIDS, Communication, and Empowerment: Gay Male Identity and the Politics of Public Health Messages
by Roger MyrickAIDS, Communication, and Empowerment examines the cultural construction of gay men in light of discourse used in the media’s messages about HIV/AIDS--messages often represented as educational, scientific, and informational but which are, in fact, politically charged. The book offers a compelling and substantive look at the social consequences of communication about HIV/AIDS and the reasons for the successes and failures of contemporary health communication. This analysis is important because it provides a reading of health communication from a marginal perspective, one that has often been kept silent in mainstream academic research. AIDS, Communication, and Empowerment offers a critical, historical analysis of public health communication about HIV/AIDS; the ways this communication makes sense historically and culturally; and the implications such messages have for the marginal group which has been most stigmatized as a consequence of these messages. It covers such topics as: the relationship among gay identity, language, and power cultural studies of the historical development of gay identity studies in health communication about HIV/AIDS and health risk communication the political consequences of public health education about HIV/AIDS on gay men the political consequences of media representations of gay identity and its relationship to disease Based primarily on the French scholar Michel Foucault’s critical, historical analysis of discourse and sexuality, this book takes a timely and original approach which differs from traditional, quantitative communication studies. It examines the relationship between language and culture using a qualitative, cultural studies approach which places medicalization theories in the broader context of histories of sexuality, the discursive development of contemporary gay identity, and recent public health communication.Author Roger Myrick explains how mainstream communication about HIV/AIDS relentlessly stigmatizes and further marginalizes gay identity. He describes how national health education stigmatizes groups by associating them with images of disease and “otherness.” Even communication which originates from marginal groups, particularly those relying on federal funds, often participates in linking gay identities with disease. According to Myrick, government funding, while often necessary for the continuation of community-based health campaigns, poses obvious and direct restrictions on effective marginal education. AIDS, Communication, and Empowerment allows for a rethinking of ways marginal groups can take control of their own education on public health issues. As HIV/AIDS cases continue to rise dramatically among marginalized and disenfranchised groups, analysis of health communication directed toward them becomes crucial to their survival. This book provides valuable insights and information for scholars, professionals, readers interested in the relationship among language, power and marginal identity, and for classes in gay and lesbian studies, health communication, or political communication.
AIDS: Society, Ethics and Law
by Udo SchüklenkThis volume features a collection of the most important articles on the social, ethical and legal implications of a variety of problems caused by AIDS. The wide range of articles selected for inclusion were chosen on the basis of three criteria: their theoretical depth and coherence, their impact on the subsequent debate and on the social and ethical relevance of the problems addressed. Sections in the book include: physicians and patients, AIDS and the law, HIV testing, clinical research in developed countries, clinical research in developing countries and dying with dignity
AIDS, South Africa, and the Politics of Knowledge (Global Health)
by Jeremy R. YoudeThrough an in-depth examination of the interactions between the South African government and the international AIDS control regime, Jeremy Youde examines not only the emergence of an epistemic community but also the development of a counter-epistemic community offering fundamentally different understandings of AIDS and radically different policy prescriptions. In addition, individuals have become influential in the crafting of the South African government's AIDS policies, despite universal condemnation from the international scientific community. This study highlights the relevance and importance of Africa to international affairs. The actions of African states call into question many of our basic assumptions and challenge us to refine our analytical framework. It is ideally suited to scholars interested in African studies, international organizations, global governance and infectious diseases.
Aiming Higher: 25 Stories of How Companies Prosper by Combining Sound Management and Social Vision
by David BollierBlending product innovation with social concern, businesses that thrive in the inner city, how to aim higher in your business strategy
Air Cargo Claims
by Rex TesterThe structure of air cargo claims is highly complex. Claimants may often have difficulty in establishing against whom they should make their claim. With the emphasis on practicality, this text is aimed at the entire air cargo industry from airlines and their insurers to freight forwarders, and importers and exporters. It illustrates the demarcation of responsibilites and liabilities of the various key players in the aviation market, and the contractual responsibilites and the liability implications between the various parties.
Air Cargo Insurance (Maritime and Transport Law Library)
by Malcolm A. Clarke George LeloudasApproximately 40 per cent of value of international trade comes from goods carried by air, and the consequences of goods being damaged, destroyed or delayed can be serious, substantial, and perhaps unforeseen. This exciting new book is the only one on the market that deals exclusively with air cargo insurance, and will therefore, be a vital addition to the collection of any practitioner, professional or academic working in the field. Air Cargo Insurance analyses the model policies and standard terms and conditions on the London markets. The authors also provide readers with an invaluable perspective on cases in other jurisdictions, and the book discusses freight forwarders’ relations with airlines and addresses the possibility of recovery from third parties. This book, written by two of the leading experts in the field, provides invaluable guidance to practitioners, arbitrators and cargo-claims professionals. It will help to ensure that air cargo insurance contracts are better drafted and enforceable, as well as assisting in cases of disputed claims. Academics and postgraduate students specialising in the areas of in air and insurance law will also find this book extremely useful.
Air Navigation Law
by Ruwantissa AbeyratneThe aviation community, in which the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Civil Air Navigation Services Organization (CANSO) play leading roles, is hard at work in bringing aviation into the 21st Century. In doing so, the United States and Europe have taken proactive steps forward in introducing modernization, particularly in moving towards more efficient air traffic management systems within NextGen and SESAR. Elsewhere, in the fields of personnel licensing, rules of the air, accident investigation and aeronautical charts and information, significant strides are being made in moving from mere regulation to implementation and assistance calculated to make all ICAO member States self sufficient in international civil aviation. However, these objectives can be achieved only if the aviation industry has a sustained understanding of the legal and regulatory principles applying to the various areas of air navigation. This book provides that discussion. Some of the subjects discussed in this book are: sovereignty in airspace; flight information and air defence identification zones; rules of the air; personnel licensing; meteorological services; operations of aircraft; air traffic services; accident and incident investigation; aerodromes; efficiency aspects of aviation and environmental protection; aeronautical charts and information; the carriage of dangerous goods; and NextGen and SESAR . Except for NextGen and SESAR, these subjects form the titles of the Annexes to the Chicago Convention that particularly involve the rights and liabilities of the key players involved in air navigation.
Air Transport and Pandemic Law: Legal, Regulatory, Ethical and Economic Issues
by Ruwantissa AbeyratneThe book discusses legal, ethical, economic and trade aspects of the Pandemic as it affects air transport. It commences with the chronology of the virus spread and examines the various facets of human existential perspectives affected by the pandemic. Following this background is an evaluation of the effect on trade and economics, as well as the legal and regulatory structure concerning communicable diseases applicable to air transport. There is also a detailed discussion on legal liabilities and responsibilities of the State, airlines, airports and public both collectively and individually in coping with the pandemic against the backdrop of public health and the law. The Conclusion contains various recommendations on proactive measures that could be taken to ensure the establishment of a credible and effective legal and regulatory system to combat future pandemics.
Air Transport Management: An International Perspective
by Lucy BuddAir Transport Management: An International Perspective provides in-depth instruction in the diverse and dynamic area of commercial air transport management. The 2nd edition has been extensively revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in the sector. The textbook includes both introductory reference material and more advanced content so as to provide a solid foundation in the core principles and practices of air transport management. This 2nd edition includes a new chapter on airline regulation and deregulation and new dedicated chapters focusing on aviation safety and aviation security. Four new contributors bring additional insights and expertise to the book. The 2nd edition retains many of the key features of the 1st edition, including: • A clearly structured topic-based approach that provides information on key air transport management issues including: aviation law, economics; airport and airline management; finance; environmental impacts, human resource management; and marketing; • Chapters authored by leading air transport academics and practitioners worldwide which provide an international perspective; • Learning objectives and key points which provide a framework for learning; • Boxed case studies and examples in each chapter; • Keyword definitions and stop and think boxes to prompt reflection and aid understanding of key terms and concepts. Designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying aviation and business management degree programmes and industry practitioners seeking to expand their knowledge base, the book provides a single point of reference to the key legal, regulatory, strategic and operational concepts and processes that shape the form and function of the world’s commercial air transport industry.
Air Warriors: The Inside Story of the Making of a Navy Pilot
by Douglas WallerVeteran journalist Douglas Waller, who wrote The Commandos after observing the training of special forces soldiers, chronicles his rare and intimate experience with the training program for Navy pilots in Air Warriors. Waller, who was granted permission to participate in the pilots' grueling training regime, has written an absorbing behind-the-scenes account of the physical and psychological trials endured by the most specialized group of pilots in military history. From his bird's-eye view in the passenger's seat, Waller follows pilot trainees through two years of intense preparation. He offers vivid illustrations from the fray: hair-raising aerial dogfights; stomach-swallowing dive-bombing runs; highspeed tactical maneuvers grazing the desert floor; and numerous nerve-twisting aircraft carrier takeoffs and landings. In addition to his own experiences and those of the group of trainees he joins, his research is based on interviews with hundreds of other students and their instructors. Hurtling through the air at death-defying speeds, these pilots-in-training struggle to maintain their composure while withstanding conditions that are designed to challenge them to the very limits of human endurance. Waller's deftly drawn portraits of the men and women he encounters in this singular culture of elite pilots are as satisfying as his adventure narrative. The pilots, whose grit, determination, and mental agility operate on an elevated threshold, come into sharp focus behind Waller's keen lens: their aspirations, awe inspiring. Air Warriors combines an examination of the modern Navy, recovering from past sex scandals, with a portrayal of a privileged cadre of men and women whose ambition and commitment coexist within a tightly knit group. Waller is able to capture images of these pilots training, living, and fighting with an acuity and intelligence that are often absent from Hollywood and television treatments of this diverse and fascinating subculture. Air Warriors takes the reader for the first time inside the cockpit and behind closed doors for the real story of the making of a Navy pilot.
Aircraft Maintenance Programs (Springer Series in Reliability Engineering)
by David Lapesa BarreraThis book provides the first comprehensive comparison of the Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP) requirements of the two most widely known aviation regulators: the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). It offers an in-depth examination of the elements of an AMP, explaining the aircraft accident investigations and events that have originated and modelled the current rules. By introducing the Triangle of Airworthiness model (Reliability, Quality and Safety), the book enables easier understanding of the processes by which an aircraft and its components are deemed to be in a safe condition for operation from a cost-effective and optimization perspective. The book compares the best practices used by top airlines and compiles a series of tools and techniques to improve the standards of the AMP. Aircraft maintenance engineers, students in the field of aerospace engineering, and airlines staff, as well as researchers more widely interested in safety, quality, and reliability will benefit from reading this book
Airplane Flying Handbook: FAA-H-8083-3B (FAA Handbooks Ser.)
by Federal Aviation AdministrationThe Federal Aviation Administration’s Airplane Flying Handbook provides pilots, student pilots, aviation instructors, and aviation specialists with information on every topic needed to qualify for and excel in the field of aviation. Topics covered include:Ground operationsCockpit managementThe four fundamentals of flyingIntegrated flight controlSlow flightsStallsSpinsTakeoffGround reference maneuversNight operationsAnd much moreUpdated to include the most current information, the Airplane Flying Handbook is a great study guide for current pilots and for potential pilots who are interested in applying for their first license. It is also the perfect gift for any aircraft or aeronautical buff.
Airplane Flying Handbook: FAA-H-8083-3C (2024) (Faa Handbooks Ser.)
by Federal Aviation AdministrationTHE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO AIRPLANE FLYING, DEVELOPED BY FAA EXPERTS FOR USE IN 2024 AND BEYOND The Federal Aviation Administration&’s official publication, Airplane Flying Handbook provides pilots, student pilots, aviation instructors, and aviation specialists with information on every topic needed to qualify for and excel in the field of aviation. Topics covered include: Flight Training Ground Operations Basic Flight Maneuvers Energy Management: Mastering Altitude and Airspeed Control Maintaining Aircraft Control: Upset Prevention and Recovery Training Takeoffs and Departure Climbs Ground Reference Maneuvers Airport Traffic Patterns Approaches and Landings Performance Maneuvers Night Operations Transitions to Complex, Light-Sport, Multiengine, Tailwheel, and Turbopropeller- and Jet-Powered Airplanes Emergency Procedures Updated in 2021 with the most current information, including an all-new chapter on energy management, the Airplane Flying Handbook is a great study guide for current pilots and for potential pilots who are interested in applying for their first license. With full-color illustrations, photos, and diagrams detailing every chapter, this is a one-of-a-kind resource for pilots and would-be pilots. It is also the perfect addition to any aircraft or aeronautical enthusiast's library.
Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3A)
by Federal Aviation AdministrationThe Federal Aviation Administration’s Airplane Flying Handbook provides pilots, student pi-lots, aviation instructors, and aviation specialists with information on every topic needed to qualify for and excel in the field of aviation. Topics covered include: ground operations, cockpit management, the four fundamentals of flying, integrated flight control, slow flights, stalls, spins, takeoff, ground reference maneuvers, night operations, and much more. The Airplane Flying Handbook is a great study guide for current pilots and for potential pilots who are interested in applying for their first license. It is also the perfect gift for any aircraft or aeronautical buff.
Airport and Aviation Security: U.S. Policy and Strategy in the Age of Global Terrorism
by Bartholomew EliasThe response of the U.S. federal government to the events of September 11, 2001 has reflected the challenge of striking a balance between implementing security measures to deter terrorist attacks while at the same time limiting disruption to air commerce. Airport and Aviation Security: U.S. Policy and Strategy in the Age of Global Terrorism is a co
Aiuto! Ho perso il lavoro: Consigli su che cosa fare se vi trovate d’improvviso disoccupati
by Richard G Lowe Jr Sonia Dal CasonMolti di noi sono orgogliosi del lavoro o del mestiere che fanno. Abbiamo bisogno di un lavoro per nutrire le nostre famiglie, pagare l'affitto, fare manutenzione all'auto e permetterci dei piccoli lussi di tanto in tanto. Sul posto di lavoro entriamo in contatto con altre persone e spesso è come una seconda casa. Questo non deve sorprenderci dal momento che molti di noi trascorrono due terzi o più della vita in ufficio. Quindi l'improvvisa perdita dell'impiego può tagliarci le gambe, deprimerci e, a seconda della situazione finanziaria individuale, può diventare una situazione di assoluta emergenza. Per coloro che vivono di busta paga in busta paga, l'improvvisa perdita del posto può significare perdere la casa oppure non mangiare. Il proposito di questo libro è di aiutare voi, dipendenti licenziati di recente o che sentite che il licenziamento si avvicina, a trovare le risposte che vi servono a compiere il salto da un lavoro all'altro nel modo più liscio possibile.
Akehurst's Modern Introduction to International Law
by Alexander OrakhelashviliAkehurst’s Modern Introduction to International Law continues to offer a concise and accessible overview of the concepts, themes and issues central to international law. This fully updated eighth edition encompasses the plethora of recent developments and updates in the field, and includes new dedicated chapters on international human rights, self-determination and international economic relations, an extended history and theory section reflecting the evolution of new and critical approaches in the field and a greater focus on terrorism and international criminal law. New and updated chapters include: Creation and recognition of States Territory Law of the sea Immunities State succession Nationality and individual rights Protection of the environment Settlement of disputes Use of force and armed conflict With a distinctive cross-jurisdictional approach which opens up the discipline to students from all backgrounds, this book will arm the reader with all the tools, methods and concepts they need to fully understand this complex and diverse subject. As such, this is an essential text for students of international law, government and politics, international relations, and a multitude of related subject areas. This textbook is supported by a companion website: www.routledge.com/cw/orakhelashvili.
Akehurst's Modern Introduction to International Law
by Alexander OrakhelashviliFirst published in 1970, Akehurst’s Modern Introduction to International Law rapidly established itself as a widely used and successful textbook in its field. Being the shortest of all the major textbooks in this area, it continues to offer a concise and accessible overview of the concepts, themes, and issues central to the growing system of international law, while retaining Akehurst’s original positivist approach that accounts for the essence and character of this system of law. This new ninth edition has been further revised and updated by Alexander Orakhelashvili to take account of a plethora of recent developments and updates in the field, accounting for over forty decisions of international and national courts, as well as a number of treaties and major incidents that have occurred since the eighth edition of this textbook was published. Based on transparent methodology and with a distinctive cross-jurisdictional approach which opens up the discipline to students from all backgrounds, this engaging, well-structured, and reputable textbook will provide students with all the tools, methods, and concepts they need to fully understand this complex and diverse subject. It is an essential text for all undergraduate and postgraduate students of international law, government and politics, and international relations. This book is one of the only textbooks in international law to offer a fully updated, bespoke companion website: www.routledge.com/cw/orakhelashvili.
Aktuelle Fragen des Medizinrechts: Ein Ost-West-Vergleich (MedR Schriftenreihe Medizinrecht)
by Andreas Spickhoff Volodymyr Kossak Natalia KvitIn dem Buch werden Grundsatzfragen und aktuelle Brennpunkte des Medizinrechts aus europäisch-deutscher und (als "postsozialistisches" Rechtssystem im Umbruch) aus ukrainischer Sicht kontrastiert. Gegenstände sind das Gesundheits- und Versicherungssystem im Ganzen, das Arztvertragsrecht, Spezialfragen zum Recht der Medizinprodukte, Biobanken und Transplantation, die Korruption im Gesundheitswesen sowie Fragen rund um das Ende des Lebens.
Aktuelle Rechtsfragen der Palliativversorgung (MedR Schriftenreihe Medizinrecht)
by Albrecht Wienke Kathrin Janke Thomas Sitte Toni Graf-BaumannDas Buch bietet eine aktuelle Darstellung der in der stationären und in der speziellen ambulanten palliativmedizinischen Versorgung (SAPV) der Bevölkerung in Deutschland bestehenden Rechtsfragen und deren Lösung. Das Werk bezieht Stellung zu den Bedingungen der medikamentösen Versorgung, zum Leistungsanspruch Privatversicherter, der noch nicht durchgängig besteht und auch zur Übertragung ärztlicher Tätigkeiten an Nichtärzte, die rechtlich in einer Grauzone stattfindet. Untersucht werden der Einsatz der Palliativversorgung als intermittierende Behandlung nicht nur am Lebensende, sondern frühzeitig und parallel zur kurativen Therapie und als sektorenübergreifende Versorgung für alle Versicherten. Ein weiterer Schwerpunkt liegt in der Forderung, die Aufklärung und Information über die Möglichkeiten hospiz-palliativer Versorgung bei gleichzeitigem Auf- und Ausbau der notwendigen Strukturen in den Vordergrund der derzeitigen Bemühungen zu stellen. Erst nach ausreichender Umsetzung dieser Voraussetzungen sollte eine Neuregelung zum Themenkreis ärztlich assistierter Suizid erfolgen. Die ausführlichen Empfehlungen der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Medizinrecht (DGMR) e. V. zu aktuellen Rechtsfragen der Palliativversorgung sind im Wortlaut im Anhang abgedruckt.
Al Capone and His Gang
by Alan Macdonald Philip ReeveThe hilarious biography reveals the captivating and dramatic life of one of the most notorious mobsters of all time -- his rise to fame, illegal activities, and a surprising personal side.
Al final, asuntos de vida o muerte: El conocido neurocirujano se enfrenta a su propia enfermedad
by Henry MarshUn libro elegíaco y luminoso sobre la vida y la muerte, por el autor de Ante todo no hagas daño. Como neurocirujano jubilado, Henry Marsh creyó saber lo que era estar enfermo, pero no estaba preparado para recibir un diagnóstico de cáncer avanzado. Tras el impacto de la noticia, el autor indaga en lo que sucede cuando alguien que se ha pasado todo el tiempo luchando en primera línea ante la difusa frontera entre la vida y la muerte, se encuentra de frente con lo que podría ser su propia sentencia final. Esta nueva entrega de las memorias de Henry Marsh, un neurocirujano humanista y solidario que sorprendió y conmovió a los lectores de todo el mundo con Ante todo no hagas daño, no es tanto una meditación sobre la muerte sino más bien una celebración de la vida y de todo aquello que de verdad importa. Reseñas:«Ante la contemplación de la muerte, Henry Marsh ilumina el don de la vida, haciéndola aún más preciosa. Este libro posee toda la franqueza, la elegancia y las sorpresas que siempre esperamos de Marsh. Lo leí de un tirón llevado por la fuerza de la prosa y la belleza de las ideas. Un libro para releer y guardar como un tesoro.»Gavin Francis «En esta estupenda meditación sobre la vida y la muerte, Henry Marsh aborda la cuestión de la mortalidad con su ingenio, sabiduría, delicadeza y humildad habituales. El autor dirige su extraordinaria inteligencia y su prosa afilada como un bisturí hacia sí mismo y la profesión médica, y el resultado es magnífico. Inquebrantable, hondo y sumamente humano, este libro es espléndido.»Rachel Clarke
Al-Ghazali and the Qur'an: One Book, Many Meanings (Culture and Civilization in the Middle East)
by Martin WhittinghamThis book is the first of its kind to focus entirely on the Qur’anic interpretation of Abu Hamid al-Ghazali (1058-1111), a towering figure of Sunni Islam. Martin Whittingham explores both al-Ghazali’s hermeneutical methods and his interpretations of particular Quranic texts, and covers al-Ghazali’s mystical, legal and theological concerns. Divided into two parts: part one examines al-Ghazali’s legal and Sufi theoretical discussions part two asks how these theories relate to his practice, analysing the only three of al-Ghazali’s works which are centrally concerned with interpreting particular Qur’anic passages: Jawahir al-Qur’an (The Jewels of the Qur’an); Al-Qist as al-mustaqim (The Correct Balance); and Mishkat al-anwar (The Niche for Lights). Providing a new point of access to the works of al-Ghazali, this book will be welcomed by scholars and students of Islamic studies, religious studies, hermeneutics, and anyone interested in how Muslims understand the Qur’an.
Al-Haq: A Global History of the First Palestinian Human Rights Organization (New Directions in Palestinian Studies #2)
by Lynn WelchmanA free open access ebook is available upon publication. Learn more at www.luminosoa.org.The leadership and legacy of al-Haq, from its origins in Palestine to its international impact Established in Ramallah in 1979, al-Haq was the first Palestinian human rights organization and one of the first such organizations in the Arab world. This inside history explores how al-Haq initiated methodologies in law and practice that were ahead of its time and that proved foundational for many strands of today’s human rights work in Palestine and elsewhere. Lynn Welchman looks at both al-Haq’s history and legacy to explore such questions as: Why would one set up a human rights organization under military occupation? How would one go about promoting the rule of law in a Palestinian society deleteriously served by the law and with every reason to distrust those charged with implementing its protections? How would one work to educate overseas allies and activate international law in defense of Palestinian rights? This revelatory story speaks to the practice of local human rights organizations and their impact on international groups.
Al, Healthcare and Law (ISTE Invoiced)
by Anne Fauchon Rushed Kanawati Guilhem JuliaIn a fully digitized world and hyper-connected society, artificial intelligence (AI) is developing more and more each day. In the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, it seems appropriate to examine the real or imagined progress of AI in terms of human health. Like artificial intelligence, health is a field that involves a wide range of research disciplines. In order to better define and understand these social and technical developments, Al, Healthcare and Law brings together the thoughts and analyses of doctors, lawyers, economists and computer scientists. Through a wide range of original overviews of the issues involved, the book addresses questions such as the development of telemedicine, the use of medical data, the increased human perspective or medical ethics, and takes a multi-disciplinary and accessible approach to questioning the relationship between humans and computers, between the intimate and the machine.