Video: Tahir Shah Wins Music Award

Video of Tahir Shah who has claimed to win the prestige music competition award in America for his song eye to eye. 

Tahir Shah Gets What He Wanted

Tahir Shah is a social media celebrity who rose to fame with his song "Eye to Eye". The song thunderstruck the social media and Shah enjoyed the spotlight that he was seeking. The song, undoubtedly, won the internet in Pakistan and it was all the rage. People were listening to this creative and hardcore pop song more than the mainstream singers like Atif Aslam and others. 

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The song was so romantic that it made some people sick. I died laughing when I first listened to it. The song is however directed well and does not have any such flaws from the the production side.  It is a "genyin killasic" (genuine classic) and romantic song that will thrill you if you are an average English leaner, the adjectives used in the lyrics of the song will amuse you. 

His glowing cheeks and long curly hair also add to the beauty of this song not to mention the eye lens Shah has put on. The video has the story about Shah's self claim that he has won the prestige music competition award. It is an American title and given to the songs that are best. The judging factors are production, quality of the song, and budget used to create the song. 

iPhone 7 launch date?

Here is iPhone 7 video that will give you a little bit of overview of what Apple is set to introduce on the market. Well, it is pretty early for us to keep an impatient eye on upcoming iPhone 7 as iPhone lovers appear to be tired of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.

 

Concept Of Workload In Nursing

The heavy workload of nurses in America is currently a major problem happening in almost all healthcare institutes and organizations. There a couple of reasons that need to be understood behind the high workload that nurses are experiencing today. These include mainly the increasing demand of nurses, inadequate supply of nurses and reduced monetary incentives for nurses with extra shifts and overtime. All of this collectively contributes to the development of the workload concept among nurses and its constantly increasing percentage.

The demand of nurses is showing an uphill trend with the percentage of aging population increasing in the country. Between the years 2000 to 2020, it is expected that the population of the US will increase by 18 percent (Gurses, 2012). The current number of nurses working in different capacities in different healthcare institutes and organizations is not sufficient to meet the rising demand and hence the concept of workload in the nursing profession is constantly on the rise.

However, in order to further comprehend and develop an understanding approach towards the issue it is important to assess and analyse it from different perspectives. Workload in the profession of nursing can be divided in four main categories. These include workload at unit level, job level, patient level and situation level.

At the unit level which is among the most commonly used form of workload is mainly an outcome of the imbalance nurse patient ratio. Different researches have suggested that high nursing workloads has a rather adverse impact on the health and patient outcome. It is important that in order to curb the impact of this type of workload, not only physical or apparent but different contextual and conceptual factors required for improving performance of nurses are considered and applied in an effective manner.

At job level, the nature of workload is mainly determined on the kind of job that the nurse is engaged in. This is mainly done in comparing the workload of nurses that work for instance in ICU with the other that works in general ward. Also, on this level it is important that contextual factors such as level of motivation and facilitation that they get at work are considered to help differentiate between the workload that even two nurses working in the same job capacity share together.

On a patient level, it is understood that the nature of workload will be dependent on the condition of the patient and the state that he is going through. Even though the therapeutic sessions and other treatment modes remain a dominant factor, it is important to consider other factors as well that influence workload such as delays in treatment due to ineffective communication between doctors or insufficient supply of proper medicines required for the patient may reflect in increased workload for nurses in such conditions.

Situation based workload among nurses can occur in terms of a major incident or imposition of emergency in hospitals for different reasons. In this context the number of patients that a nurse is attending is a major question and area that needs to be addressed in order to reduce the number of hours that a nurse is supposed to invest in attending a single patient.

Also, there are other factors as well that influence this process such as proper supply of necessary medication and equipment that a patient requires in case of an emergency, proper healthcare facilities and technological devices through which the treatment of the patient can be enhanced and workload of a nurse can be reduced to minimum.

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There are a couple of recommendations that can be made in this context. First and foremost, it is important to state that the devices provided to students must not be class specific, but on individual basis. Each student must be provided with a proper tablet that can be used for this purpose (Flexera, 2012). Since it is the virtual environment through which data communication will be established, there will not be much problem since data storage and formation large repositories of data in a virtual space and environment is completely hassle free.

However, one of the problems that the technical or networking department may face is identifying the user making use of the device for data usage and downloading. In that case an effective recommendation can be in the form of assigning each user, in this case with a specific identification code or simply their respective internet protocol as the ultimate antigen through which the user can be identified and the data that he or she has used or downloaded (Meah, 2009).

Project Introduction

Purpose

The sector of information technology has undergone unimaginable changes and modifications in recent times. The outcome of all these changes and innovations can collectively be converged on a single point and that can be in the form of introducing and creating greater easiness and convenience for people using this technology on a broader level in a more effective and efficient manner.

The changes in technology have influenced almost every facet and sector of life making it a pervasive part of the human life. Similarly, education being an integral and vital factor of our lives cannot remain marginalized from these innovations (Datacore, 2012). Hence, it is important to study and assess the changes that are taking place in the educational sector all around the world in order to develop an approach through which they can be utilized and innovated to incorporate greater conveniences and easiness for students.

Scope

Once we acknowledge the influence of technology on education it is important to consider that the scope of this technology over the years has constantly expanded and innovated. Therefore, it is important for educational institutes as well as those studying different languages and computer science courses to be properly acquainted and connected with the changes taking place in the field and the ways through which these new concepts and technology that they learn can be applied in a broader level to benefit a large number of people and can serve a social purpose as well

Document Overview

The document will comprise of different parts as per the criteria and standards that are followed when preparing a thesis on any topic. It will include an introduction that will talk about the concept of virtualization as well as technology and how both these factors are interconnected and benefit each other. The literature review portion will talk about the ways through which virtualization has been used in the field of education and how it has transformed the overall visage of education in contemporary times.

The methodology will be based on the ways through which the new concept of application virtualization can be applied in educational institutes and the environment that can either support or reject the idea. Analysis will deal with the findings made from methodology and what opinion does this establish regarding the perception building about the idea that the research has introduced. In the end the document will be accompanied with recommendations through which greater scope and space of improvements in the technology introduced can be incorporated and areas where any existing loopholes can be filled.

Activities Plan

High Level Chart

The high level chart will incorporate all possible features through which the entire process of application virtualization will take place from beginning to end. At the same time the high level chart will also make sure that the different stages of the new technical idea of introducing this technology is properly explained in it.

Communication Plan

The communication plan will comprise of the series of trainings and workshops that will be conducted at all levels before this technology process is implemented in different educational institutions. The training sessions and series of workshops will be held for technical department of the university, teachers and students so that at all levels people are acquainted and communicated with the tasks and jobs that they need to fulfil once the technology undergoes implementation.

Resource Plan

Resource Planning needs to be done at different levels when planning and implementing a process. This needs to be done at different levels such as enterprise, human resource and management tasks and operational works that need to be done at all levels through which the resource plan can be fulfilled and required objectives can be achieved.

Integration Plan

The integration plan will have a look at the different ways and processes through which the technology being introduced in educational institutions at different levels. This will be segmented in a number of stages through which the entire consolidation of the new technology will be merged within the organizational structure in a manner so that the overall operational tasks and procedure that are followed by an organization on a daily basis can be fulfilled without causing any confusion or chaos within the organization.

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Shifting physical machines on virtual servers and then consolidating them in something that can help organizations curb their electricity and power consumption to a large extent. The presence of few physical servers means less energy expenditure and dissipation which will also have a direct impact in enhancing the efficiency of the entire process.

Greater scope for Quality Assurance

With the concept and application of the virtualization environment greater time, resources and efforts can be dedicated to the ways through which can carry out their own experiments in their own virtually created lab environments (Marshall, 2011). This will have a positive impact on exploring new and experimental ways that can be useful and beneficial for carrying out and testing their own products by passing them through various stages of quality assurance before they can actually be released in the market or can be used on a greater level as a service.

Reduce hardware vendor dependence

The virtualization concept, since it relies on the replacement of physical hardware to virtual one, it provide data centre managers and owners a whole lot of flexibility when it comes to purchasing server equipment that they have to choose from. Moreover, relying on a single vendor and following the same server model can sometimes be frustrating for users. In that case the application and use of server virtualization is always beneficial.

Issues

Backup recovery issues

When it comes to virtualization there are frequent issues and problems that are encountered in terms of retrieving data, and hence proper backup mechanism is often a pre-requisite in cases of companies using virtualization techniques and methods. Even though many services offering virtualization offer proper backup services to their clients, they need to be updated on regular basis and come up with subscription fees that needs to be paid depending on the package being purchased and the scale of services accompanying it.

VM Sprawl

There is no doubt about the fact that the technology of data and information virtualization comes with features such as being cheap, effective and convenient to use, three qualities that you rarely find together. However, with the presence of these features we cannot sideline the fact that its easiness in terms of usage sometimes creates problems for users.

 The provision of VMs or Virtual Machines is just a click of a button and this can get out of control many times with many VMs popping all around the data centre making the management of the entire technical infrastructure and data centre difficult (Posey, 2010). This is mainly a factor that does not take place in a physical environment, but is commonly found and detected as a prominent issue when the systems and data management is switched from traditional to virtual means.

Non-supportive of many applications

It may come as a surprise for many but there are many applications that are not supported or are not compatible with the virtual environment and servers on which they are placed and deployed. A common example of one such application is in the form of Exchange Server which is only supported on physical servers and cannot be run of virtual platforms and data centers.

 Secondly there are many other applications that are only compatible on certain virtual servers and not all. Hence, when planning the switch from physical to virtual data centre and management it is important to consider these factors in the planning phase so that any problems that may occur or emerge in the future can easily be averted and avoided.

Identifying servers not functional in virtual environment

There are some servers that are simply not good and do not have the compatibility do work in a virtual environment (Search Networking, 2011). For example some applications such as those related to enterprise require special hardware along with other features in order to work in a virtual environment. In many of the cases such applications work through the usage of dongle which are never supportive or functional in a virtual environment.

Technology Position Within Industry

There remains no doubt in stating and understanding the fact that with the passage of time it is mainly the virtualization technology and usage that is going to take over the world. In its most prominent form it is the desktop virtualization that is being used widely and its applications and benefits are being manifested in various fields and sectors such as education, service sector and even manufacturing sectors.

 Equipped with features such as convenience in terms of usage, efficiency and cost cutting the technology of virtualization surely has a long way to go. However, in this discussion it is important to keep in mind that the technology of virtualization has to be considered from educational perspective and the advancements that it can introduce in the industry with time (IBM, 2012). In this context the usage of desktop virtualization has already gained immense momentum by providing students the accessibility and the facility through which they can make use of their data even if they are not physically present on their original computer, hence making data availability possible through the establishment of virtual communication channels and platforms. Nevertheless, the prospects and the opportunities being offered by this virtual environment are far more widespread and effective in terms of implementation as well as usage if they are highlighted and provided due attention.

This can be done through the employment of a concept that is known as application virtualization and through which the entire concept of virtualization and the ways through which it is applied in schools will change forever (Dell, 2010). First and foremost it is important to understand that even though desktop virtualization has created in providing students with a new environment in terms of education, there are some limitations involved in it when planning the technology on a higher level. It is precisely here when the entire model needs to be amended and requires further modification. This can be done through employing ways that make use of the state of art technology and gadgets.

We are well aware of the fact that students whether they are in high school, college or university are very well aware acquainted with the use and the techniques that are employed in handling modern day gadgets such as tablets and smartphones. It will be through the use of these devices through which virtual platforms will be established. Each class will be provided with either a smartphone or a tablet device that they can use for this purpose. The gadget being provided will be equipped with applications that are considered appropriate for the grade of students who are being provided with the device as Evernote, Paper and Goodreader (Shah, 2012).

Students will be required to use these applications and the data that they download using the device and other purposes that they use the device for will automatically record and store data in a virtual environment with the help of virtual servers that will have established connections with each of the device being used. In case if any student is unable to finish a task that is assigned to him due to the battery exhausting of the device, his or her data can easily be retrieved from the specified server with which his device is connected to.

At the same time, it is also important to state here that with the presence of such mobile and portable devices and their usage in schools and other like organizations it is important that the virtual servers being set up for connecting with each device and gadget have a greater range of data transmission since with the use of such devices in educational institutions the scope of mobility among students will definitely increase (Centre for digital education, 2012). Also, it will also be beneficial in providing students a permanent space for their data storage. In that case even if a severe case or incident such as fire or any other disaster takes place the data will still be stored within the virtual space. 

Overview of Technological Virtualization

With unprecedented changes taking place in the global IT industry at a rampant pace, industries as well other organizations that utilize their technical skills and services are shifting their use from desktop virtualization to new levels where this concept and idea can be applied to provide greater benefit to users. One of such organizations that have enjoyed a roller coaster ride for the past 25 years has been the field of education. This ride mainly started when the concept and application of desktop computers became part of mainstream education.

However, the pace at which these changes are taking place in the industry all around the world, the sector of education intends to expect far more from the technology domain that it gets in return. This is precisely where the concept and application of the virtualization concept has become a mainstream idea in schools, despite the fact that it is relatively new (Abdel and Huxley, 2005). Defined in its simplest terms the concept of virtualization is the technique employed through which the physical characteristics and features of computing resources through which they interact with each other and other external resources are hidden.

In practical terms, the concept is used in numerous situations such as when we make use of Google Maps or when we use an online shopping website to purchase a product of our liking, we are making use of virtualization. Hence, it can be said that the application and the ways through which the concept of virtualization is used and applied encompasses a broad spectrum of services that it can provide in various sectors such as education, shopping and others.

In every way the employment of the virtualization concept has provided the educational sector with a reduction in their costs, boosted their efficiency and has explored new frontiers through which they can innovate and incorporate contemporary technologies in their own mechanisms and technical infrastructure.

Technical Description

In order to further understand the concept of virtualization, it is first necessary to comprehend a virtual computer which can simply be stated as a computer in software. The concept of virtualization comes into play when the physical hardware is decoupled from the operating system. This develops a positive impact in the operational flexibility and utilization of the different resources underlying physical hardware.

Even though a part of software, the concept of virtualization is now being used and is being applied in different microprocessors through which they intend to increase their efficiency and operational capabilities in the long run. In a traditional and physical environment of computer use, one operating system supports one or more applications. Hence, the movement between resources is highly localized and restricted. However, in a virtual environment, the same physical computer makes use of the resources present in the physical computer to be shared between various different virtual computers in a virtual environment.

Also, each of the physical machines will be operating on different operating systems. An error of occurrence of any problem in one of the machines will not affect the entire thread and virtual network of machines that are connected together.

Further moving into the dynamics of this technology, we will also come across desktop virtualization, a service and application which is commonly being used in schools and other educational institutes on a massive level (King, 2009). With the help of this technology the operating system and the application that it supports can easily be transferred from desktop to a virtual computer running in a server. Thus, in case of any data loss in a computer crash, it can easily be retrieved from the server machine that will save it in virtual mode. 

3D Printers As Technological Invention

The advent of technology and the ways through which it influences our lives has played a pivotal role in influencing our day to day activities. Some of the new technologies that have emerged in recent times expanding the scope of amenities and conveniences will be discussed during the course of this discussion.

One of such inventions is 3D Printing. Also known as Additive Manufacturing the process of 3D Printing allows three dimensional formation of any object of any shape from its digital model. With the help of the additive process, successive layers are laid down in different shapes through which a 3D image of various shapes can be obtained (Wright, 2001).

Also, a 3D printer operates robotically as it has the ability of carrying out the printing process under computer control.  It is interesting to note here that 3D printers have been present since 1980, but became popular and extensive in terms of usage recently. Their massive usage in these times has led to a sharp drop in their prices all over the world. According to the famous consultancy firm, Wohlers Associates, the total worth of 3D printers and services today is worth $2.2 billion in 2012 which is 29% greater when compared with figures of 2011 (Easton, 2008).

With the advancements and innovations taking place in the field of technology and medical science it is probable that the use and modifications in the model of 3D printing will definitely increase and rise in times to come. Experts all over the world whether they belong to the field of medicine or engineering are interested to study details of any problem in a manner that can provide them with greater scope to understand the problem and its dynamics. In this context 3D printing is definitely something that will help them in their work and hence it is more likely that the market worth of such products will increase in times to come.

Another area where innovations have made and developed conveniences for people in recent times is in the form of Fibre Channel over Ethernet is a computer network technology that synchronizes the function of Fibre channels with ether networks. This allows Fibre Channel to use 10-Gigabit Ethernet or even of higher speeds while preserving the fibre channel protocol at the same time. One of the key applications of this entire network application process is in the form of storage area networks or SANs.

FCoE has particular application in data centers which comes in handy in different server virtualization products and applications along with others that require many physical I/O connections per server. Some of the key advantages that are obtained through such consolidation of networks are that the numbers of network interface cards that need to be used are reduced (EMC, 2013).

Secondly, this also helps in reducing costs of cables and power connections as well as reduces cooling costs.  Keeping in mind that the scope of virtualization and its applications in the industry is constantly on the rise with innovations taking place at a rampant pace, there remains no doubt that FCoE will definitely be used on a massive scale by all organizations.

Professional Nursing Model In Nursing

The field of nursing with the passage of time has incorporated some novel and state of the art ways through which it intends to revolutionize the ways through which healthcare is provided to people. One of such ways has been through the integration of professional and practical models through which the entire concept of providing quality healthcare is ensured to patients.

With the presence, inclusion and implementation of these different nursing practical models and practices the concept of providing quality healthcare by institutes and healthcare centers has also improved in terms of the service that they provide to patients coming to them even in the most critical condition.

The purpose of this paper is to analyse on such practical and professional nursing model that can be implemented within a healthcare organization to ensure that patients coming are provided with the best healthcare facilities in terms of treatment as well as care.

Overview of the Nursing Model

The nursing model that needs to be introduced here is based on the phenomenon of thinking hats. These thinking hats of different colours are concerned with the different aspects and dimensions of decision making processes (De Bono, 2010). The Red Hat deals with the ways through which people can easily demonstrate their gut feeling and nature related to a certain issue. Hence, it is useful when someone needs to express their opinion and perspectives related to a certain issue in a discussion.

Next in line is the black hat which as suggested by the colour introduces us to the negative orientation and allows us to analyse the other side of the issue instead of ignoring it completely. The yellow hat is considered to a sing of optimism and positivity. It deals with the positive outcomes and the benefits that can be obtained by implementing or exercising a certain idea. New ideas and innovation is done through the green hat (Lipe, 2003).

Innovative thinking is appreciated and new avenues that can introduce greater scale and increase the scope of development within an organization are appreciated. With the help of this model and by implementing it in a healthcare organization effective outcomes related to dealing with patients and providing them with the nature of treatment that they require can be done in an efficient, effective and streamlined manner.

Changes Expected from this model

One of the key changes that we can expect coming in the treatment and operational mode in a healthcare organization through the implementation of this model will be in the form of greater streamlining of their processes (Huber, 2006). Any healthcare organization or any organization for that matter is recognized through the efficiency and effectiveness of the processes that they follow.

With the help of this model one of the ways through which change can be introduced will be in the form of providing greater say and participation of different people that are involved in the overall treatment process of a patient (Mullen and Asher, 2007). It is commonly observed that in cases and situation when a patient is in a critical condition it is normally an expert team of specialized doctors and surgeons that are considered to be the most important stakeholders in deciding the nature of mode of treatment that needs to be employed for treating a patient. This is something unfair and inappropriate.

The presence of this biased opinion making can only be eliminated through implementing the model of thinking hats (Lyons and Karlman, 2008). Through such a process all people involved in the treatment and look after of the patient will be allowed and will have the authority to express their opinion. This is also important since nurses spend more time with patients in such critical health position than doctors and surgeons who are only present at the time of an operation or for a brief visit.

In addition to this the contribution of these people is also pivotal since they are in a better position to provide information through their input not only regarding the physical condition, but also in terms of the mental trauma or condition that the patient may be going through due to fear of operation or surgery (Johnson and Kelly, 1991). Hence, with the implementation of such a model, a healthcare organization is able to introduce a democratic culture within the working environment by giving importance to the perspective and opinion of all its workers and staff members.

Specific ways in which Practical Model can bring change

There are some specific ways in which implementation of this model can bring some prominent changes in the ways through which treatment of patients is taking place in a healthcare organization.

·         Incorporating the model of thinking hats will help doctors, nurses as well as other related staff members in the healthcare organization to think about the treatment mode that they need to employ in treating a patient in serious condition (Young, 2007). With the help of the case history that they will have of the patient and by using this model of thinking hats they can easily assess and analyse the gravity of the situation that they are confronted with, and can devise a policy or treatment mode unanimously that is in greater benefit and favor of the patient and his or her health.

·         Secondly, this model will also come in handy when a patient is admitted in a hospital for the first time. Upon conducting some preliminary diagnostic tests of the patient, doctors can sit together and decide the mode of treatment that they need to apply and use for treating the particular patient. Also, an active part of this discussion will comprise of nurses who will be provided with specific instructions that they need to follow in order to ensure that there is no negligence when it comes to taking care of the patient even in the most serious and critical conditions.

·         Learning scope and potentials for all staff members whether they are doctors or nurses will increase through the implementation of this practice model. Doctors will be trained in developing an approach through which they can show greater tolerance and patience towards listening to the opinion of others and accepting them at the same time . Also, nurses will explore new learning opportunities through which they can excel and learn new things related to the science of healthcare and the ways through which they can take care of patients in an effective manner.

Positive Outcomes of Missourians from Obamacare

An important question that has always been of interest for people of US has been the benefits that the people of Missouri can avail if they would have decided to go with the options and features of Medicaid as per the conditions specified by Obamacare. According to a research paper that was published by the White House it was stated that with the state of Missouri and the people of the state ready to implement and promulgate Obamacare over 961,000 of the people enrolling in the program would have been able to qualify the eligibility criteria for the treatment of different preventative measures such as colorectal cancer screenings, mammograms, and an annual wellness visit without copayments, coinsurance, or deductibles (White House, 2012, page 1)

In addition to this up to $81.3 million were provided to the government to ensure that uninsured citizens of the state are provided with all adequate medicaid facilities through which they can be provided treatment in the state of the art medical centers and at the same time reduce the number of people uninsured in the state. All of this was being completely funded by the Federal Government. Also, 94,300 small businesses in Missouri were eligible to qualify for the insurance that was provided under the banner of Obamacare creating conveniences for employers as well as employees (White House, 2012 page 1)

 It can be said that Missouri is one such fortunate state to have an opportunity to deal with the complications of Obamacare ever more seriously and effectively. The state had a tough call with Obamacare requiring Missouri to expand or face the loss of all state-funds until the Supreme Court ruled expansions as optional.

The expansion would not have served the interests of Missouri State well. It is high time that the lawmakers took up the downsides of Obamacare and came up with suggestions to provide an alternate plan action that encompasses and addresses the healthcare needs of socially and economically disadvantaged segment of Missouri and America on the whole.

The need for the correct utilization of public funds cannot be stressed less. It should well be kept in mind that public money is neither infinite nor free-flowing. Indebting the future generations is not a plausible idea. The policymakers should call for shrewd use of money.

The current propositions of Obamacare are not without its pitfalls hence the reform is inevitable and should be taken on priority basis.

The Implications Of Obamacare For Disadvantaged Segments

The poorest have much at stake in the Obama era. Not only have they received lack of specific public action but they are excluded from most social programs in place. In fact, they rather aim lower than the poorest middle classes: the reform of health benefits to intermediate classes between the poor, who are covered by Medicaid, and the middle class who can afford private insurance and the program of fight against foreclosure excludes insolvent or unemployed.

A significant portion of the poor is socially alienated and disconnected from the labor market. Thus, they cannot benefit from such assistance. As for unemployment benefits (extended to 99 weeks in the affected states), they certainly prevented families to know distress but have little impact on the lives of the working poor and have not helped people away for a long time the world of work. These constitute the underclass, covered by Obama's rhetoric, but sacrificed at the altar of other political and economic priorities. (John, 2013)

The same goes for the poor segment in Missouri. The Obamacare makes it quite difficult under-privileged people to qualify for the medical assistance. Though the insurance exchange should ideally cut down costs for people without job-sponsored coverage but estimated 226,525 other uninsured Missourians will miss out on it.

The children with special needs also seem to bear the brunt of Medicare. With taxes raised on the families with special children, the claim that Medicaid saves you money becomes invalid. What makes the Act less affordable is the provision that places a cap on FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts).

Additionally, Obamacare will further impose extra burden on taxpayers considering the amount that individuals can claim as itemized deductions for medical expenses.  Previously, individuals could claim medical expenses with having 7.5% of adjusted gross income but now that threshold has risen to 10% which certainly adds to the problems of the public. (William, 2013)

At the outset, Obamacare seems to have benefited the people with the mental health diseases. According to an estimate, at least 32.1 million Americans will have an access to the first-class mental health services once the Affordable Act Care is fully implemented. 

The Roots of Skepticism Over Obamacare in Missouri

The skepticism over Obamacare especially in Missouri is not without its legitimate reasons. The Medicaid programs have found to be ineffective and less successful especially in the public healthcare sector. The doctors at University of Virginia conducted an insightful study to examine the surgical outcomes of patients at national level. According to their findings, the rate of in-hospital deaths of people using Medicaid is higher than those using private medical insurances. The stay in hospital is also longer. The study reveals that the average length of stay for people using Medicaid was 19 percent more than the rest. (Medicaid Policy Research, 2013)

Another study at England Journal of Medicine titled “The Oregon Experiment” showed that the Medicaid had made no significant improvements overall in the first two years. With Medicaid in place, there is certainly an increase in its use but that has not produced positive healthcare outcomes. Although the researchers noted increased rate of diabetes detection and low rate of depression but that does not involve the people facing tough financial conditions. (The New England Journal, 2013)

The law provides subsidies for seniors who cannot afford their medications with Medicare. It requires restaurants and vending machines to display the calorie count of each food. To encourage students to go into general practice, the law has helped repay their loans to pay for their medical studies and will greatly increase the compensation measures of general medicine Medicaid. A new federal agency created by law, the advisory committee of independent repayments, which will recommend Medicare reimbursement rates to hospitals and physicians.

This comprehensive bill is a phenomenal accomplishment of the Obama presidency. It will extend health coverage to millions of Americans and reduce the shameful practices of some U.S. private insurers. It is important to analyze what it does not. It does not simplify the astronomical stack of layers of payment system that overlap which increases from a few hundred billion dollars the cost of health care in the country. It does not give the United States the universal coverage at a reasonable price , managed by all industrialized countries. With this law, the U.S. health care system will remain the most complicated health care system, the most expensive and the most socially unjust major developed countries.

The new rule most important is called the "guaranteed issue". Starting from 2014, each insurer shall be obliged to issue health insurance to anyone, whatever their previous situation. This change would allow 20 million Americans who cannot now have health coverage, to have one. Meanwhile in 2014, states are expected to extend their health insurance high risk programs to cover those who are not. (William, 2013)

To work, the notion of guaranteed issue must be associated with the notion of individual mandate for example the need for each individual who buys insurance. Insurers need a broad base of insured risk that diversity is large enough to financially bear the notion of guaranteed issue. While all the other industrialized countries have integrated these two concepts long, this is the first time that the United States includes in its legislation.

The law is quite fragile - after the fierce battle with Conservative Congress - the notion of the individual mandate for health because it does not impose strict penalties for not buying health insurance, which will likely result in the choice of many Americans at low risk for not buying health insurance. In addition, prominent conservatives in several states have filed lawsuits against the federal government to demonstrate the unconstitutional aspect of the notion of individual mandate. If the individual mandate falls, the principle of guaranteed issue and this fall will be the heart of the Obamacare law. (Theodore, 2000)

The upward pressure over the cost of medical services is mainly from monopolistic behavior of providers of health services. Indeed, the opacity of the process of price negotiations between providers and private insurers allows them first to discriminate patients by price. The hospital billing system is extremely complicated and differs according to the interlocutors.

Private insurers negotiate rates with individual hospital or clinic (generally once a year) on all services. Therefore, for the same type of services, a health facility may charge customers different prices. According to studies, the difference in price paid for medical services in hospitals across the country can reach 260%. The pricing depends on the institutions and the negotiating power of private insurers, stronger or weaker depending on the degree of concentration of suppliers in the region. 

Why Obamacare became an issue in Missouri

One of the major policies due to which small-scale community health centers working within a state and catering to the needs of a small target market may not intend to expand Medicaid under Obamacare is the fact that they will simply fall short in terms of providing the people to their health center in terms of the services and facilities that they provide to them. The concern is not just being felt in Missouri, but even other states of the country have similar concerns. "If the larger organizations decide they're going hard after all those newly insured patients, you could see a feeding frenzy," was the concern registered by Dr. Robert Winn, associate vice president for community-based practice at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (Lowry, 2013).

The notion due to which community health centers will never be in favor of expanding medicaid services under the banner of Obamacare is simple. The entire phenomenon is simply based on the maximization of profit margins and naturally, medical centers that are well funded by the federal government will be able to offer state of the art services to their patients, leaving others in the race of competition and overtaking one another.

At the same time it is also important to mention here that an estimated 877,000 Missourians are currently uninsured at present (Lowry 2013). Reason being that these people could not afford the monthly expenditure that they had to pay in order to maintain or buy an insurance from the Medicaid program. Now with the Obamacare taking control of all healthcare facilities, the costs for health care are going to increase making it difficult for them to make their ends meet with a higher portion of their incomes going as premium.

One of the issues that can actually serve as an alarming point for Samuel U Rodgers Health Center is that being headquartered in a state of Missouri which is as mentioned earlier a Republican state it might not be on the priority list of the federal government which is currently under the control of the democrats. On the priority list of states for the federal government it would definitely be states who have democratic governments and who were more than ready to accept the funding that the government was ready to offer them as compared to Missouri and its health care centers who went to every possible extent to ensure that they triumphed in providing the government with the resistance on the expansion of medicaid program becoming operational under the banner of the Obamacare.

Another reason that will further play a role in driving the attention of Samuel U Rodgers Health Center towards the Obamacare issue is the fact that when it comes to funding, it will be higher and large scale health care centers equipped with the state of the art healthcare facilities incorporated with them who will be the first ones to receive funding and benefit from the money that will be provided in the form of health programs launched by the government. A health care center like Samuel U Rodgers trying to help a small segment of the population will not be able to top the list of fund beneficiaries who will occupy top slots.

Why Obamacare Was Not Met Well In Missouri

Being a predominantly Republican state in terms of political composition Missouri has always exhibited a major resistance towards Obamacare. This is clearly manifested in the form of the opposition that Obamacare has faced in the state of Missouri in the year 2010 when the people of Missouri voted massively for Proposition C demanding an expansion of their health care insurance plans under the medicaid program rather than choosing or purchasing from the insurance plans that Obamacare intended to offer them. In the words of the House Republican leader John Boehner, "the steadfast opposition of the American people to out-of-touch Washington Democrats' plan.” (Montopoli, 2010) With the help of the successful opposition campaign that Republicans were able to organize and launch for the Affordable Care Act it became prominent enough that the state court and the federal government had to consider the will of the people and act in accordance to it which implied directly in the postponement of the health care bill that the Obama administration so desperately wanted to pass.

It has been four years since Obamacare first came on the surface in the US parliament, and with the passage of time resistance and opposition towards it has increased. To this day people disapproving it are at 57 percent according to the latest Pew Research that was conducted. It is important that Obama administration introduces some proper restructuring of the health care bill and its overall mechanism so that it can help in producing some tangible changes for the people in the long run.

Obamacare in Missouri Issues

Since the time Obamacare was passed, states such as Missouri that have always been considered as the hub of Republican candidates opposed the legislation staunchly. The degree of criticism and opposition of the people of Missouri can be manifested from the fact that in the year 2010 an overwhelming majority of Missourians voted against the Affordable Healthcare Act or Obamacare as it is known with a massive 71 percent. Known as Proposition C, it was a state law that actually kept the government from mandating people to get health insurance and imposing fines on them for not purchasing it. Passing of Proposition C placed the state government in direct confrontation with the federal government. However, an important dimension that cannot be sidelined is the opposition of Missourians towards the Obamacare.

A prominent reason for this is the dramatically high level of health insurance premiums that Missourians will have to pay once Obamacare is promulgated in their state. According to a report from the Center for Data Analysis at the Heritage Foundation the average premium of a 27-year-old will rise from $159 to $244 per month registering a 53 percent rise in the premium that will be paid. Similarly the average insurance premium for a 50-year-old will also skyrocket from an average monthly premium of $299 to $416 making it extremely affordable for the people of the state to afford health insurance or pay for it (Kampis, 2013). On the other hand Missouri Medicaid is currently in line with the requirements and the needs of Missourians and is playing an effective role towards satisfying their needs related to health care.

 The story of Josh and Rayanna Robiinett and their daughter Aria is a case in point. They were able to afford the expensive treatment of their infant daughter who suffered from lymphoblastic leukemia. She was supposed to be injected with a syringe every other week each of which had a cost of $3000 (Bale, 2013). Even though Aria could not survive much, the parents were still happy that they were able to do something for their daughter because of the services that were offered to them by Medicaid. Missourians will be deprived from these facilities of medicaid after the promulgation of Obamacare which means that more than 300,000 Missourians get sick or need any other kind of treatment they will have to find health care centers that are funded by the federal government to acquire any sort of treatment, something that not all Missourians will be able to afford. 

Neutrogena beauty soap by J&J Marketing Techniques

Another product that can be selected from the massive product portfolio of J&J is Neutrogena, skin care beauty soap. Unlike baby shampoo which is primarily and pre-dominantly targeted for children, this soap caters to the massive female population all around the world. In addition to this the ingredients present in the soap are also said to include components that do not only have elements that increase skin glow and remove any pimples from the skin, but also acts as an effective tool and product for people who are suffering from skin diseases such as eczema.

Many of the people suffering from such condition who have used this product said to have developed remarkable and positive effects on their skin condition after the usage of this product. Hence, it can be said that like baby shampoo Neutrogena also has a beauty adding as well as medicinal value attached to it (Sharma, 2010). However there are some other aspects that can help us in pinpointing differences between the two products especially in terms of the channels they utilize integrated forms and platforms of marketing.

From a wholesale and retail point of view Neutrogena can be said to be a positively marked product, however it is from logistical and global distribution perspective when errors begin to creep in. The product lacks proper distribution in some places of the world, which implies that the product and its logistical planning for global locations and operations need to be streamlined and restructured as per the needs and requirements of newly emerging markets as well as those that are already considered to be stable market grounds and regions for the product.

 Also, if the global distribution of the product goes unattended it will ultimately manifest its impact on the presence of the product in retail stores where it is already available at present. Also, like Baby shampoo product, Neutrogena is also used by J&J for extending its corporate responsibility and social purposes through campaigns like Dermatologists training on different issues related to skin and the ways through which products like Neutrogena can be helpful in preventing them.

Conclusion

In conclusion it would be appropriate to state that for each product chosen of a brand like J&J the strategy employed for the fulfilment of integrated marketing objectives and aims is different. However, the core objective behind the marketing campaign remains the same. It is to maximize the consumer base for a product and market it in a way through which the core objectives of greater profit margins can be achieved.

Johnson Baby Shampoo: Integrated Marketing Techniques

One of the brands chosen for this purpose is Johnson and Johnson Baby Shampoo which has been one of the most prominent brands launched by the company over its decade of quality product and service providing. The brand is particular catered for children, mainly infants and has the USP of tear prevention due to which it has been able to cater and develop a massive market of its own especially among families and children alike. Since the launch of the product, the baby shampoo has capitalized and exploited upon the unique selling point that it contains substances and ingredients that prevent tears in children of small age when they take a bath.

It has primarily been on the basis of this feature due to which it has been able to cater a massive consumer base for this particular product. In addition to this, it is also important to mention here that the brand identity and leverage associated with the name of J&J acts as a booster for the launch of all its products and hence this brand advantage is automatically translated and materialized in the form of the profile uplift that the baby shampoo was and is still able to enjoy among consumers. At the same time, it will be unfair if the product value and segmented target market of the company is only restricted to children. The company has launched numerous such products through the help of which it is able to cater to the needs and product requirements of a larger target market which encompasses elders and even people from old age segments.  The demographic distribution has mainly been conducted on the basis of products dedicated for different target market and segments.

 Moreover, the baby shampoo product by J&J has been in news for many reasons, the most important being the presence of carcinogenic substances that were said to be responsible for tear prevention among children. However, the company was quick enough to respond to such rumours by clarifying their position by saying that any such substances after conducting thorough research has been removed from the ingredients of the product, reinforcing the fact that the company on the whole does not want any negative publicity regarding one of its highly valued brands (Johnson, 2011).

Apart from that, during all these years no news regarding any of the products by J&J have been a target of any negative marketing. Also, from the perspectives of wholesale, retail and logistical point of view the product can be termed as highly positive, once again because of the established and constantly strengthening global base and operations from the company itself. From a retail and wholesale point of view the baby shampoo product along with any other brand launched by the company are readily available at all prominent retail and wholesale stores such as Wal-Mart, DMart, Target, Tesco and Costco. The company in this context has effectively managed its logistical as well as placement marketing aspects in an effective manner.

Also, in order to further beef up the profile and brand value of the product J&J has launched various advertising campaigns through which they have been able to beef up their product and service providing profile along with their adherence to corporate and social values through awareness marketing campaigns such as Having a Baby Changes Everything. 

Zaid Ali Came And Conquered Lahore

Zaid Ali Tahir known as ZaidAliT is a famous social media celebrity who creates videos to make us life. He quickly shot to fame as his videos are too funny and we desis can easily related to. He has large following on Facebook and YouTube and he has almost become a household name in the entertainment industry of social media. 

The Canadian-born 19-year old is now back in his native land Pakistan where he had a meet up with people in a local hotel.  People just thronged the hotel and took selfies with him and it shows how popular the guy is among the Pakistanis. 

He expressed thanks for the people who came out to meet him and said he is enjoying his return to the homeland. He is enjoying Lahore city, its culture and food. 

Saulat Mirza's Wife And Family Getting Life Threats

Saulat Mirza whose death sentence has been delayed till a further month continues to be at the center of headlines especially his family. His wife has been vocal throughout the episode and she openly justified Saulat's claims that the Party was supportive of its prized target killer. Seeing the public reputation at stake, MQM disowned the entire family including Saulat Mirza. 

His wife and family were fighting the case for 17 years and it seems they have lost it. Now she and her family is getting the life threats from once-friends-now-turned enemies. She tells in the video that her family received calls from South Africa and London.

 

The alleged callers threatened them and said their new stance is against the party and they will have to pay the price for that. Afterwards, Saulat Mirza's wife had to say if anything happens to her or family, MQM will be responsible for that. 

MQM denied its involvement in the calls but we all know how MQM treats its disowned workers. They obviously operate in a very mafia-style where difference of opinion is never appreciated and that the disowned workers or rebels pay heavy price usually in terms of their lives. 

MQM should abandon that style of politics and should be entirely political party that has no room for violence or killing. But it still seems to be a far cry. Let's see how this Mirza saga ends. My sympathies go out to this family who was brainwashed on ethnic basis and was used for the ulterior motives of the party elite.