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7. Removing barriers to accessing medical cannabis for paediatric patients

Author

Huntsman, Richard J, Elliott, Jesse, Lewis, Evan, Moore-Hepburn, Charlotte, Alcorn, Jane, Mansell, Holly, Appendino, Juan P, Bélanger, Richard E, Corley, Scott, Crooks, Bruce, Denny, AnneMarie M, Finkelstein, Yaron, Finley, Allen, Fung, Ryan, Gilpin, Andrea, Litalien, Catherine, Jacobs, Julia, Oberlander, Timothy F, Palm, Ashley, Palm, Jacob, Polewicz, Monika, Quinn, Declan, Rassekh, S Rod, Repetski, Alexander, Rieder, Michael J, Robson-McKay, Amy, Seifert, Blair, Shackelford, Alan, Siden, Hal, Szafron, Michael, ‘t Jong, Geert, Vaillancourt, Régis, and Kelly, Lauren E

Abstract

Medical cannabis (MC) may offer therapeutic benefits for children with complex neurological conditions and chronic diseases. In Canada, parents, and caregivers frequently report encountering barriers when accessing MC for their children. These include negative preconceived notions about risks and benefits, challenges connecting with a knowledgeable healthcare provider (HCP), the high cost of MC products, and navigating MC product shortages. In this manuscript, we explore several of these barriers and provide recommendations to decision-makers to enable a family-centered and evidence-based approach to MC medicine and research for children.

Published
2024
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14. Peer assessment: Development and delivery of the OSCE.

Author

McKay, Amy, McCall, John, and Cairns, Alison M.

Subjects
*PROFESSIONAL competence, *SUMMATIVE tests, *MEDICAL personnel, *APPRAISERS
Abstract

Introduction: There is an expectation that healthcare professionals display competence in teaching, assessment and providing feedback. Development begins with formative peer‐assisted learning and teaching in the undergraduate environment. Using peers or near‐peers (in this case having 1 year more experience than the examination cohort) to provide assessment in summative exams remains unexplored. This study investigates how the use of near‐peers compares to marking by academic staff in a summative OSCE. Materials and Methods: BDS4 Peer assessors (PAs) developed an OSCE question and marking schedule. Each PA (n = 3) was paired with an academic staff assessor (ASA) (n = 3). Peer and academic marked the candidates independently. Two years later, the process was repeated on the same cohort of candidates with the PA now 1‐year post qualification. Statistical analysis compared the scores awarded by PA during each timeframe and against the marks awarded by the ASA. Results: During round 1, 28 students (62.2%) were awarded the same score by PA and ASA. On 17 occasions, there was a discrepancy (37.8%). Bias was skewed in favour of PA scoring higher (mean difference of differences −0.0667). During round 2, 27 students (55.1%) were awarded the same score by PA and ASA. On 22 occasions (44.9%), there was a discrepancy. Bias was skewed in favour of ASA scoring higher (mean difference of differences 0.0612). Discussion: Levels of agreement between PA and ASA are strong. Our results show PA mark more leniently as undergraduates and less leniently at 1‐year post graduation. Conclusions: Peer assessors are able to write OSCE stations, produce marking schemes and effectively assess their near‐peers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2023
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18. Wink

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Middle and junior high school students, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Harrell, Rob Wink Hot Key Books, 2020, pp320, [pounds sterling]7.99 978 1 47140 914 1 Twelve-year-old Ross is a typical 7th grader, he just wants to blend in, survive middle [...]

Published
2020

19. Topiramate for treating alcohol dependence: a randomized controlled trial

Author

Johnson, Bankole A., Rosenthal, Norman, Capece, Julie A., Wiegand, Frank, Lian Mao, McKay, Amy, Beyers, Karen, Ait-Daoud, Nassima, Ciraulo, Domenic A., Kranzler, Henry R., Mann, Karl, Anton, Raymond F., O'Malley, Stephanie S., and Swift, Robert M.

Subjects
Topiramate -- Dosage and administration, Alcoholism -- Drug therapy, Alcoholism -- Care and treatment
Abstract

A study investigates if topiramate is a safe and effective treatment for alcohol dependence. Results show that topiramate is significantly efficacious in treating alcohol dependence.

Published
2007

20. Interest group competition on federal agency rules

Author

McKay, Amy and Yackee, Susan Webb

Subjects
Administrative agencies -- Social aspects, Lobbying -- Analysis, Lobbying -- Political aspects, Pressure groups -- Political activity, Government, Political science
Abstract

In the lobbying literature, the effects of competition--two or more interests lobbying on opposing sides of a policy debate--have not been assessed with regard to government agency policymaking. Consequently, neither the amount nor the effect of competitive lobbying is well understood. Using nearly 1,700 comments on 40 federal agency rules, we evaluate two questions: Do government agencies respond to lobbying by changing agency policies? and Does lobbying on one side of a policy issue beget lobbying on the opposing side? We demonstrate that agencies change the content of final rules in favor of the side that dominates the submission of comments. Thus, it seems the 'squeaky wheel gets the grease' during rulemaking. We find no evidence, however, of counteractive lobbying during agency rulemaking. Our results suggest that interest groups may further their policy goals by observing more closely the actions of opposing groups during agency policymaking. Keywords: interest groups; organized interests; competitive lobbying; bureaucracy; agency rulemaking

Published
2007

21. Heartstream

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Heartstream (Novel) -- Pollock, Tom -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Pollock, Tom Heartstream Walker, 2019, pp352, [pounds sterling]7.99 978 1 4063 7818 4 Cat is a dedicated superfan of her favourite boyband and completely immersed in their fandom. So when [...]

Published
2019

23. Sofa Surfer

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Surfers, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Duffy, Malcolm Sofa Surfer Zephyr, 2020, pp320, [pounds sterling]10.99 978 1 786697 66 0 15-year-old Tyler is furious when his parents decide to move the family from London to a [...]

Published
2020

24. Orphans of the Tide

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Murray, Struan Orphans of the Tide Illustrated by Manuel Sumberac Puffin, 2020, pp352, [pounds sterling]7.99 978 0 241 38443 5 From the original and distinctive opening to the very last [...]

Published
2020

25. Orion Lost

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Chisholm, Alistair Orion Lost Nosy Crow, 2020, pp368, [pounds sterling]6.99 978 1 788005 92 0 The colony ship Orion is steadily making its way to a new planet light years [...]

Published
2020

29. Only Love Can Break Your Heart

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Only Love Can Break Your Heart (Novel) -- Tsang, Katie -- Book reviews, Books -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Webber, Katherine Only Love Can Break Your Heart Walker, 2018, pp400, 7.99 [pounds sterling] 978 1 4063 6905 2 Mixed race Reiko is perfect. Beautiful, popular and smart. But Reiko [...]

Published
2018

30. Supplemental_materials_for_fundraising_paper_in_PRQ_online_supp – Supplemental material for Fundraising for Favors? Linking Lobbyist-Hosted Fundraisers to Legislative Benefits

Author

McKay, Amy Melissa

Subjects
FOS: Political science, 160607 International Relations
Abstract

Supplemental material, Supplemental_materials_for_fundraising_paper_in_PRQ_online_supp for Fundraising for Favors? Linking Lobbyist-Hosted Fundraisers to Legislative Benefits by Amy Melissa McKay in Political Research Quarterly

Published
2018
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31. The Hormone Diaries: The Bloody Truth About Our Periods

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
The Hormone Diaries: The Bloody Truth About Our Periods (Nonfiction work) -- Witton, Hannah -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Witton, Hannah The Hormone Diaries: The Bloody Truth About Our Periods Wren & Rook, 2019, pp256, [pounds sterling]9.99 978 1 5263 6146 2 From the blood-stained knickers on the front [...]

Published
2019

32. Patron Saints of Nothing

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Patron Saints of Nothing (Novel) -- Ribay, Randy -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Ribay, Randy Patron Saints of Nothing Stripes, 2019, pp352, [pounds sterling]7.99 978 1 788951 548 Filipino-American Jay moved to American as a baby and has lived a comfortable, video-game filled [...]

Published
2019

33. That Asian Kid

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
That Asian Kid (Novel) -- Kalhan, Savita -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Kalhan, Savita That Asian Kid Troika, 2019, pp320, [pounds sterling]7.99 978 1 909991 97 2 Jeevan is in Year 11, preparing to sit his GCSEs and is working hard to [...]

Published
2019

34. Where Once We Stood

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Where Once We Stood (Nonfiction work) -- Riley, Christopher -- Impey, Martin -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Riley, Christopher Where Once We Stood Illustrated by Martin Impey Harbour Moon, 2019, pp128, [pounds sterling]19.99 978 1 9160625 0 4 This is a book that stands out amongst the [...]

Published
2019

35. Patina (Run)

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Patina: Run (Novel) -- Reynolds, Jason -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Reynolds, Jason Patina (Run) Knights Of, 2019, pp256, [pounds sterling]6.99 978 1 9996425 5 6 The second book in the award-winning sequence of standalone novels focuses on Patina, a fiercely [...]

Published
2019

36. Meat Market

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Meat Market (Novel) -- Dawson, Juno -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Dawson, Juno Meat Market Quercus, 2019, pp416, [pounds sterling]7.99 978 1 78654 038 6 South Londoner Jana is 16 and about to start her A-Levels, when she's discovered by a [...]

Published
2019

37. Ghost (Run)

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Ghost (Reynolds, Jason) (Novel) -- Sunu, Selom -- Reynolds, Jason -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Reynolds, Jason Ghost (Run) Illustrated by Selom Sunu Knights Of, 2019, pp208, [pounds sterling]6.99 978 1 9996425 2 5 Castle Cranshaw, or Ghost as he's nicknamed himself, is angry. Angry [...]

Published
2019

38. Amazing

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Amazing (Picture story) -- Antony, Steve -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Antony, Steve Amazing Hodder, 2019, pp32, [pounds sterling]12.99 978 1 444 94470 9 This confident, bright picture book is narrated by a young boy who loves his pet. Though it's [...]

Published
2019

39. Buying Amendments? Lobbyists' Campaign Contributions and Microlegislation in the Creation of the Affordable Care Act.

Author

McKay, Amy Melissa

Subjects
*CAMPAIGN funds, *PRESSURE groups, *HEALTH care reform, *LOBBYISTS, PATIENT Protection & Affordable Care Act
Abstract

When do campaign contributions matter? This article advances the claim that a group that gives campaign contributions to US Members of Congress is more likely to achieve legislative success when (1) a single legislator can deliver to the group (2) a private benefit (3) without attracting negative attention. Using an original data set based on the written comments of nearly 900 interest groups lobbying the US Senate Finance Committee on health reform legislation in 2009, I link group requests to corresponding legislation. The analysis shows a significant relationship between lobby groups' campaign contributions and their legislative success, and at distinct units of analysis—the group, the side, and the group‐senator dyad. The relationship is particularly strong in predicting senators' amendments in committee. The rare data presented here offer compelling evidence that interest groups' legislative victories are sometimes connected to campaign contributions in a way that previous studies could not identify. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2020
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41. Cold Bath Street

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Cold Bath Street (Novel) -- Hartley, A.J. -- Pickering, Janet -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Hartley, A. J.Cold Bath StreetIllustrated by Janet PickeringUCLan Publishing, 2018, pp315, 7.99 [pounds sterling] 978 0 9955155 7 4Preston Oldcorn is dead. Not Significantly dead though,Merely dead--meaning he is destined [...]

Published
2018

42. The Island

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
The Island (Bennett, M. A.) (Novel) -- Bennett, M. A. -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Bennett, M. A.The IslandHot Key, 2018, pp304, 7.99 [pounds sterling] 978 1 4714 0753 6When previously home schooled Anglo-American Lincoln joins prestigious, sporty Osney School he quickly realises he does [...]

Published
2018

43. Tender

Author

Mckay, Amy

Subjects
Tender (Ainsworth, Eve) (Novel) -- Ainsworth, Eve -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Ainsworth, EveTenderScholastic, 2018, pp303, 7.99 [pounds sterling] 978 1 4071 6430 4Teenagers Marty and Daisy are both young carers struggling with the bleak reality of their day-today lives. Marty is [...]

Published
2018

44. How to be a Lion

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
How to Be a Lion (Picture story) -- Vere, Ed -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Vere, EdHow to be a LionPuffin, 2018, pp32, 6.99 [pounds sterling] 978 0 141 37636 3Leonard is a lion, but Leonard's not fierce like lions are told they should be. [...]

Published
2018

45. Julian is a Mermaid

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Julian is a Mermaid (Picture story) -- Love, Jessica -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Love, JessicaJulian is a MermaidWalker, 2018, pp40, 11.99 [pounds sterling] 978 1 4063 8063 7Told with minimal text, the joyous illustrations do the bulk of the work as we meet [...]

Published
2018

46. Dawson, Juno: Clean

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Clean (Novel) -- Dawson, Juno -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Dawson, Juno Clean Quercus, 2018, pp400, 7.99 [pounds sterling] 978 1 786 54036 2 After a night out ends in a heroin overdose, glamourous teen heiress, Lexi Volkov, is admitted [...]

Published
2018

47. Pratt, Non: Second Best Friend

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
Second Best Friend (Novel) -- Pratt, Non -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Pratt, Non Second Best Friend Barrington Stoke, 2018, pp152, 7.99 [pounds sterling] 978 1 78112 757 5 Jade and Becky are best friends, they've grown up together, spend all their [...]

Published
2018

48. Halligan, Katherine: HerStory: 50 Women and Girls Who Shook the World

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
HerStory: 50 Women and Girls Who Shook the World (Nonfiction work) -- Halligan, Katherine -- Walsh, Sarah -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Halligan, Katherine HerStory: 50 Women and Girls Who Shook the World Illustrated by Sarah Walsh Nosy Crow, 2018, pp112, 16.99 [pounds sterling] 978 1 78800 138 0 This beautiful, full-colour, [...]

Published
2018

49. Vallance, Jess The Yellow Room

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
The Yellow Room (Novel) -- Vallance, Jess -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

Vallance, Jess The Yellow Room Hot Key, 2016, pp272, 6.99 [pounds sterling] 978 1 4714 0581 5 When sixteen year old Anna receives a letter from her estranged father's girlfriend, [...]

Published
2016

50. LaCour, Nina and Levithan, David: You Know Me Well

Author

McKay, Amy

Subjects
You Know Me Well (Novel) -- LaCour, Nina -- Levithan, David -- Book reviews, Education, Family and marriage, Library and information science, Publishing industry
Abstract

LaCour, Nina and Levithan, David You Know Me Well Macmillan, 2016, pp256, 7.99 [pounds sterling] 978 1 5098 2393 2 Kate and Mark attend the same school and even share [...]

Published
2016

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