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Firms’ commitment to Halal standard practices in the food sector: impact of knowledge and attitude
Authors: Md Nawi Nurul Hudani , Megat Ahmad Puteri Hayati , Ibrahim Habibie , Mohd Suki Norazah 
Published: March 2022

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of knowledge and attitude on firms’ commitment to Halal standard practices in a developing nation’s food sector. Additionally, the moderating effect of gender on this association is explored.

Design/methodology/approach
The partial least squares-structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) technique is used to analyse the results of a self-administered questionnaire completed by 200 internal Halal executive officers of multinational corporations and small and medium enterprises in a developing nation’s food sector.

Findings
The empirical findings reflect the significant role of attitude in influencing firms’ commitment to Halal standard compliance in the food sector and thereby contribute towards improving organisational performance. In more detail, male respondents were more likely than female respondents to have a favourable attitude toward Halal standards in the food industry. Additionally, a positive attitude can influence how employees are judged on their adherence to Halal standard processes. This encouraging outcome is the result of joint efforts by all government agencies, statutory bodies and private organisations involved in Halal practices.

Practical implications
Halal food producers should engender greater commitment to Halal standard practices within the buyer–supplier relationship due to the crucial nature of Halal concerns in food production. They should place a premium on strategic planning to safeguard the integrity of Halal food for consumption.

Originality/value
This study considerably advances the existing body of knowledge by applying the consumer decision model to explain the relationships between knowledge, attitude and firms’ commitment to Halal standard practices in the food industry of a developing nation, with gender serving as a moderating variable. The empirical findings addressed the research gap by offering noteworthy insight into a subject that has received minimal attention in prior studies.
Calmness instead of panicking: a reverse strategy to fight a crocodile attack using downside risk
Authors: Ayub Usman , Noreen Umara , Qaddus Uzma , Shafique Attayah , Jadoon Imran Abbas 
Published: March 2022

Purpose
Heuristics are a less complex and more understandable way to a more straightforward, astute and brisk basic decision-making strategy. The purpose of this study is the development of a rule of thumb called the “Crocodile rule” based on downside risk.

Design/methodology/approach
The crocodile rule is developed and tested in two steps by using data in the form of stock portfolios of the Pakistan Stock Exchange from January 2000 to November 2017. In the first phase of the study, researchers have forecasted the probabilities, while in the second phase, the researchers have used these probabilities to test the crocodile rule.

Findings
The findings show the acceptance of the null hypothesis, forecasting error for all categories of stocks for the first phase. The results also show that the minimum recovery chance is 58%, and the maximum recovery chance is 81% with an overall average of 69% chance of recovery. All recovery probabilities are above 50% for all portfolios; this is particularly impressive for a volatile market like Pakistan.

Research limitations/implications
The study also proposes another performance measure such as “value-at-risk” and compare it with present results to yield better outcomes. Furthermore, other categories of stock like profitability and growth can be tested as well.

Practical implications
The practical application of this rule is a choice between a “Buy-and-hold” strategy and showing myopic behavior as another extreme.

Originality/value
This pioneering research focuses on the development of the “Crocodile rule” by using the lower partial moments as a proxy of downside risk. This research adds value to the existing literature on performance measures. Furthermore, it also highlights and indicates which strategy should be used by the investors in case of falling trends in the market.
Stigma and insensitive communication in mental illness discourse as experienced by adolescents in Polokwane, South Africa: a Foucauldian lens
Authors: Riba Molefeng Isaac , Saunderson Ian Peter 
Published: March 2022

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to discuss stigma and insensitive communication surrounding mental illness discourse amongst adolescents in the Polokwane Local Municipality against the background of a Foucauldian lens.

Design/methodology/approach
The literature reviewed included a discussion of perspectives on stigma and insensitive communication, contextualisation of the dual health–belief system in South Africa and the Foucauldian governmentality theoretical perspective. The methodology was based on a Foucauldian orientation and Geertz’ interpretivism. The methods followed to analyse the discourse were Foucauldian discourse analysis (FDA), coupled with Geertz' “thick description.” The data were collected from six focus group discussions, which consisted of a total of 36 informants.

Findings
The findings indicated the dominance of the biomedicine discourse, neoliberal rationalisations for self-care and the policy of deinstitutionalisation.

Practical implications
The implications for practice using an FDA approach combined with an interpretivist stance exposes the actions, institutions, possibilities for action whilst understanding core beliefs in a complex dual health and religious belief setting. The addition of Geertz’s interpretivism adds a cultural flare and insight, which adds to the depth of the analysis.

Originality/value
The complexity of beliefs, experiences and health choices calls for culturally sensitive discourse about mental illness and also highlights how discourse about individual conduct and self-care is embedded in the discourse used by adolescents.
Development of an approach to incorporate proportional hazard modelling into a risk-based inspection methodology
Authors: Lelo Nzita Alain , Stephan Heyns P. , Wannenburg Johann 
Published: March 2022

PurposeIndustry decision makers often rely on a risk-based approach to perform inspection and maintenance planning. According to the Risk-Based Inspection and Maintenance Procedure project for the European industry, risk has two main components: probability of failure (PoF) and consequence of failure (CoF). As one of these risk drivers, a more accurate estimation of the PoF will contribute to a more accurate risk assessment. Current methods to estimate the PoF are either time-based or founded on expert judgement. This paper suggests an approach that incorporates the proportional hazards model (PHM), which is a statistical procedure to estimate the risk of failure for a component subject to condition monitoring, into the risk-based inspection (RBI) methodology, so that the PoF estimation is enhanced to optimize inspection policies.Design/methodology/approachTo achieve the overall goal of this paper, a case study applying the PHM to determine the PoF for the real-time condition data component is discussed. Due to a lack of published data for risk assessment at this stage of the research, the case study considered here uses failure data obtained from the simple but readily available Intelligent Maintenance Systems bearing data, to illustrate the methodology.FindingsThe benefit of incorporating PHM into the RBI approach is that PHM uses real-time condition data, allowing dynamic decision-making on inspection and maintenance planning. An additional advantage of the PHM is that where traditional techniques might not give an accurate estimation of the remaining useful life to plan inspection, the PHM method has the ability to consider the condition as well as the age of the component.Research limitations/implicationsThis paper is proposing the development of an approach to incorporate the PHM into an RBI methodology using bearing data to illustrate the methodology. The CoF estimation is not addressed in this paper.Originality/valueThis paper presents the benefits related to the use of PHM as an approach to optimize the PoF estimation, which drives to the optimal risk assessment, in comparison to the time-based approach.
Maximising access to reading intervention: comparing small group and one‐to‐one protocols of Reading Rescue
Authors: Miles Katharine Pace , McFadden Karen E. , Colenbrander Danielle , Ehri Linnea C. 
Published: March 2022

Reading Rescue (Reading Rescue), a research and evidence‐based programme for struggling readers (Ehri et al., 2007; Miles et al., 2018), was developed by an academic in response to the cost and lack of explicit letter, phonemic awareness and phonics instruction in Reading Recovery. Reading Rescue represents a pathway from research to practice. An academic advisor works closely with the nonacademic partner that trains school staff to deliver the programme in order to maintain alignment of the curriculum with research from the reading science field. In this study, the academic and nonacademic partner evaluated the effectiveness of small‐group delivery of Reading Rescue, which has previously only been evaluated in a one‐to‐one delivery mode. This study therefore provides an illustration of how academics and practitioners can work together to achieve practical outcomes. This study compared the performance of two cohorts (N = 146; 104) of randomly assigned first‐graders who received 50 sessions of Reading Rescue in a one‐to‐one or a small group setting compared with a control group. Results showed that intervention groups outperformed the control group (for most associations, p < .05) and performed similarly to each other (for most associations, p > .05), suggesting the small group protocol is as effective as one‐to‐one, enabling the programme to serve substantially more students. Discussion focuses on the importance of collaboration between academics and practitioners in expanding the reach of evidence‐based programmes. The collaboration in this study serves as a model for how academics, and practitioners can join forces and leverage their expertise to reach more students.
Clinical‐pathological features in placentas of pregnancies with SARS‐CoV‐2 infection and adverse outcome: case series with and without congenital transmission
Authors: Zaigham Mehreen , Gisselsson David , Sand Anna , Wikström Anna‐Karin , von Wowern Emma , Schwartz David A. , Iorizzo Linda , Nelander Maria , Blomberg Marie , Papadogiannakis Nikos , Holmström Sandra , Leijonhfvud Åsa , Sengpiel Verena 
Published: March 2022

AbstractObjectiveTo correlate clinical outcomes to pathology in SARS‐CoV‐2 infected placentas in stillborn and live‐born infants presenting with fetal distress.DesignRetrospective, observational.SettingNationwide.PopulationFive stillborn and nine live‐born infants from 13 pregnant women infected with SARS‐CoV‐2 seeking care at seven different maternity units in Sweden.MethodsClinical outcomes and placental pathology were studied in 14 cases (one twin pregnancy) of maternal SARS‐CoV‐2 infection with impaired fetal outcome. Outcomes were correlated to placental pathology in order to investigate the impact of virus‐related pathology on the villous capillary endothelium, trophoblast and other cells.Main outcome measuresMaternal and fetal clinical outcomes and placental pathology in stillborn and live‐born infants.ResultsReduced fetal movements were reported (77%) and time from onset of maternal COVID‐19 symptoms to signs of fetal distress among live‐born infants was 6 (3–12) days and to diagnosis of stillbirth 11 (2–25) days. Two of the live‐born infants died during the postnatal period. Signs of fetal distress led to emergency caesarean section in all live‐born infants with umbilical cord blood gases and low Apgar scores confirming intrauterine hypoxia. Five stillborn and one live‐born neonate had confirmed congenital transmission. Massive perivillous fibrinoid deposition, intervillositis and trophoblast necrosis were associated with SARS‐CoV‐2 placental infection and congenital transmission.ConclusionsSARS‐CoV‐2 can cause rapid placental dysfunction with subsequent acute fetal hypoxia leading to intrauterine fetal compromise. Associated placental pathology included massive perivillous fibrinoid deposition, intervillositis and trophoblast degeneration.
Key stakeholder perspectives on the use of research about supported employment for racially and ethnically diverse patients with mental illness in the United States
Authors: Zhen‐Duan Jenny , Chary Anita , NeMoyer Amanda , Fukuda Marie , Markle Sheri Lapatin , Hoyos Mercedes , Zhang Liao , Fuentes Larimar , Pérez Gilberto , Chambers Valeria , Rosenthal Jill , Mention Najeia , Alegría Margarita 
Published: March 2022

AbstractObjectiveTo explore how stakeholders responded to research evidence regarding supported employment (e.g., vocational rehabilitation), and ways evidence could be incorporated into policy and action.Data sourcesQualitative data were collected from three stakeholder groups—people with lived experience of mental health challenges, community health advocates, and state health policy makers.Study designThis study consisted of two sequential steps. First, three focus groups were conducted after presenting stakeholder groups (inclusive of 22 participants) with simulation data showing that improvement in employment status had a stronger impact on mental health than improvement in education or income for racially/ethnically diverse groups. Second, with guidance from focus group findings, researchers conducted additional in‐depth interviews (n = 19) to gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges related to incorporating these findings into policy and practice.Data collection/extraction methodsFocus groups and in‐depth interviews were conducted, audio recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using a thematic analysis approach.Principal findingsPeople with lived experience described the positive effect of employment in their own life while highlighting the need to increase workplace accommodations and social supports for those with mental health challenges. Across stakeholder groups, participants emphasized the need for linguistic and cultural competence to promote equity in delivery of supported employment programs. Stakeholders also underscored that centralizing existing resources and using evidence‐based approaches are crucial for successful implementation.ConclusionImplementing effective supported employment programs should focus on meeting the specific needs of target individuals, as many of those needs are not considered in current employment‐related programming. Collecting information from diverse users of research demonstrates what other aspects of supported employment are required for the likelihood of successful uptake. Implementation and dissemination efforts need to fortify collaborations and knowledge transfer between stakeholders to optimize supported employment and mental health resources.
Addressing health care needs of Colorado immigrants using a community power building approach
Authors: Albright Karen , de Jesus Diaz Perez Maria , Trujillo Theresa , Beascochea Yesenia , Sammen Joe 
Published: March 2022

AbstractObjectiveTo assess and address through policy change the health‐care needs of immigrant populations in Colorado.Data SourcesPrimary data were collected in two Colorado communities from June 2019 through December 2020.Study DesignThis work utilized a mixed‐method, community power building approach to determine and meet health‐care needs of immigrants, a marginalized population of mixed documentation status. Findings were then used to inform Emergency Medicaid (EM) expansion in Colorado.Data CollectionIn‐depth interviews were conducted in Spanish, English, and Somali with 47 immigrants in rural Morgan County in June–September 2019; findings were presented to the community for feedback in January–February 2020. In March–December 2020, 330 interviews were conducted in Spanish and English with 208 unique individuals in Morgan and Pueblo Counties by local community grassroots leaders via four rounds of a novel phone tree outreach method. Interviewees were identified through snowball sampling and direct outreach among individuals seeking immediate relief (i.e., food assistance).Principal FindingsInterviewees reported numerous barriers to health‐care access, including discrimination and limited service hours and transportation options. Data also revealed a clear health insurance coverage gap among undocumented immigrants. These data were then presented to Colorado's Department of Health‐Care Policy and Financing, ultimately contributing to securing EM expansion to this population to include COVID treatment, including respiratory therapies and outpatient follow‐up appointments. Data‐informed continued implementation advocacy to ensure the effectiveness of EM program expansion.ConclusionsImmigrants are particularly marginalized by the health‐care system. Rapid data collection grounded in a community power‐building approach produced data that directly informed state policy and an increased power base. This approach enables direct connection to immediate “downstream” needs in communities while simultaneously building collective systemic “upstream” analysis and capacity of community members and laying pathways to translation and implementation of research into policy.
From patient outcomes to system change: Evaluating the impact of VHA's implementation of the Whole Health System of Care
Authors: Bokhour Barbara G. , Hyde Justeen , Kligler Benjamin , Gelman Hannah , Gaj Lauren , Barker Anna M. , Douglas Jamie , DeFaccio Rian , Taylor Stephanie L. , Zeliadt Steven B. 
Published: March 2022

AbstractObjectiveTo describe how a partnered evaluation of the Whole Health (WH) system of care—comprised of the WH pathway, clinical care, and well‐being programs—produced patient outcomes findings, which informed Veterans Health Administration (VA) policy and system change.Data SourcesElectronic health records (EHR)‐based cohort of 1,368,413 patients and a longitudinal survey of Veterans receiving care at 18 WH pilot medical centers.Study DesignIn partnership with VA operations, we focused the evaluation on the impact of WH services utilization on Veterans' (1) use of opioids and (2) care experiences, care engagement, and well‐being. Outcomes were compared between Veterans who did and did not use WH services identified from the EHR.Data CollectionPharmacy records and WH service data were obtained from the VA EHR, including WH coaching, peer‐led groups, personal health planning, and complementary, integrative health therapies. We surveyed veterans at baseline and 6 months to measure patient‐reported outcomes.Principal FindingsOpioid use decreased 23% (31.5–6.5) to 38% (60.3–14.4) among WH users depending on level of WH use compared to a secular 11% (12.0–9.9) decrease among Veterans using Conventional Care. Compared to Conventional Care users, WH users reported greater improvements in perceptions of care (SMD = 0.138), engagement in health care (SMD = 0.118) and self‐care (SMD = 0.1), life meaning and purpose (SMD = 0.152), pain (SMD = 0.025), and perceived stress (SMD = 0.191).ConclusionsEvidence developed through this partnership yielded key VA policy changes to increase Veteran access to WH services. Findings formed the foundation of a congressionally mandated report in response to the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act, highlighting the value of WH and complementary, integrative health and well‐being programs for Veterans with pain. Findings subsequently informed issuance of an Executive Decision Memo mandating the integration of WH into mental health and primary care across VA, now one lane of modernization for VA.
Aligning quality improvement efforts and policy goals in a national integrated health system
Authors: Braganza Melissa Z. , Pearson Elsa , Avila Cecille Joan , Zlowe Dave , Øvretveit John , Kilbourne Amy M. 
Published: March 2022

AbstractObjectiveTo describe the design and impact of a systematic, enterprise‐wide process for engaging US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) leadership in prioritizing scarce implementation and evaluation resources.Data SourcesFrom 2017 to 2021, the VA Quality Enhancement Research Initiative (QUERI) identified priorities from local, regional, and national leaders through qualitative discussions and a national survey and tracked impacts via reports generated from competitively funded initiatives addressing these priorities.Study DesignGuided by the Learning Health System framework and QUERI Implementation Roadmap, QUERI engaged stakeholders to nominate and rank‐order priorities, peer‐reviewed and funded initiatives to scale up and spread evidence‐based practices (EBPs) using theory‐based implementation strategies, and evaluated the impact of these initiatives using the QUERI Impact Framework.Data Collection/Extraction MethodsQUERI collected priority nominations through qualitative discussions and a web‐based survey, and live voting was used to rank‐order priorities. QUERI‐funded teams regularly submitted progress reports describing the key activities, findings, and impacts of the quality improvement (QI) initiatives using a standardized form created in the VA Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap).Principal FindingsQUERI launched five QI initiatives to address priorities selected by VA leadership. In partnership with 28 health system leaders, these initiatives are implementing 10 EBPs across 53 sites, supporting 1055 VA employees in delivering evidence‐based care. The success of these initiatives led to an expansion of QUERI's process to address 2021 VA leadership priorities: virtual care, health disparities, delayed or suppressed care due to COVID‐19, employee burnout, long‐term and home care options, and quality and cost of community care.ConclusionsQUERI, a unique program embedded in a national integrated health system, deployed a novel approach to inform policy making and enhance the real‐world impact of research through prioritization of limited resources, rigorous peer‐review, and assessment of impacts on the health system, employees, and Veterans.
Plan quality in radiotherapy treatment planning – Review of the factors and challenges
Authors: Hansen Christian Rønn , Hussein Mohammad , Bernchou Uffe , Zukauskaite Ruta , Thwaites David 
Published: March 2022

AbstractA high‐quality treatment plan aims to best achieve the clinical prescription, balancing high target dose to maximise tumour control against sufficiently low organ‐at‐risk dose for acceptably low toxicity. Treatment planning (TP) includes multiple steps from simulation/imaging and segmentation to technical plan production and reporting. Consistent quality across this process requires close collaboration and communication between clinical and technical experts, to clearly understand clinical requirements and priorities and also practical uncertainties, limitations and compromises. TP quality depends on many aspects, starting from commissioning and quality management of the treatment planning system (TPS), including its measured input data and detailed understanding of TPS models and limitations. It requires rigorous quality assurance of the whole planning process and it links to plan deliverability, assessable by measurement‐based verification. This review highlights some factors influencing plan quality, for consideration for optimal plan construction and hence optimal outcomes for each patient. It also indicates some challenges, sources of difference and current developments. The topics considered include: the evolution of TP techniques; dose prescription issues; tools and methods to evaluate plan quality; and some aspects of practical TP. The understanding of what constitutes a high‐quality treatment plan continues to evolve with new techniques, delivery methods and related evidence‐based science. This review summarises the current position, noting developments in the concept and the need for further robust tools to help achieve it.