Disease Essay Examples

Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, comprising 5% of all cancer cases, ranks as the country’s sixth most common cancer. This article is written by Jessica Fujita from Southeastern Institute. To contact Jessica Fujita, Medical Assisting at Southeastern Institute, Nashville Campus, please use the provided contact information: (615)889-9388 or [email protected]. As per the abstract of this article, NHL is […]

Introduction Transformation is the transfers of virulence from one cell to another, through the transferring of genetic material. It was originally postulated in 1928 through the works of Federick Griffith, a British microbiologist. Griffith observed that the mutant form, non-virulent form, of the bacteria Streptococcus Pnumoniae could be transformed into the normal, virulent form, when […]

Kwashiorkor is a disease that is caused by malnutrition when there is not enough protein in the diet. Other names for Kwashiorkor are protein malnutrition, protein-calorie malnutrition, and malignant malnutrition (Kwashiorkor, 2011). Kwashiorkor is most common in areas where there is famine, limited food supply, and low levels of education. This disease can occur when […]

Estradiol is the most potent of the three types of estrogen found in women, almost ten times stronger than estrone and almost eighty times stronger than estriol. It has a very important impact on the reproductive cycle and sexual development in both women and men alike, but it is not only critical for sexual functions, […]

Disposing garbage is just one of the hundred things we do everyday. But how sure are that we’re doing it the right way? What could be the consequences if we carelessly dispose our rubbish anywhere? Improper way of dumping wastes can cause floods because it makes the sewer clog. It can also pollute bodies of […]

Factors Influencing the Selected Residents of Baranggay in Catanuan Quezon to Patronize Quack Practices. Diane R. Sosa Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc. Chapter One Introduction Background of the study Complementary and alternative medicines, including quack practices fundamentally rooted on the medical systems and techniques of ancient people such as Chinese, Egyptians, Greeks, Asian Indians and Native […]

Anatomy & Physiology Gerald McGraw January 27, 2012 Addison’s Disease A disorder that takes place when your body produces an insufficient amount of certain hormones that are produced by the adrenal glands is called Addison’s disease. With Addison’s disease, the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol and often times an insufficient amount of aldosterone […]

Small Intestinal Obstruction Client’s Data: Name: Mr. X Age: 40 Gender: male Address: Bagong Tuklas, Brgy. San Agustin, Novaliches Quezon City Civil Status: Married Chief Complaint: Abdominal Pain & Constipation Admitting Diagnosis: Small Intestinal Obstruction Final Diagnosis: Hiatal Hernia Family Health: Illness History It was revealed in the diagram that on father side, Mr. T’s […]

Introduction The leitmotiv of the supply chain for pharmaceuticals in the Public Service is the six RIGHTS: The right pharmaceutical In the right quantity Of the right quality At the right place At the right time At the right cost In other words we aim to procure and supply drugs in the most efficient, safest […]

Abstract The social construction of illness is a major research perspective in medical sociology. This article traces the roots of this perspective and presents three overarching constructionist findings. First, some illnesses are particularly embedded with cultural meaning—which is not directly derived from the nature of the condition—that shapes how society responds to those afflicted and […]

Assessing, Planning, Implementing and Evaluating a Health Promotion Activity The following assignment will discuss the health forum stall the student nurses completed on “The benefits of walking and exercise” within the university, by identifying the health needs and target group from UK epidemiology and demography statistics. Finally the assignment will evaluate the health forum stall’s […]

Introduction Albinism is the state or condition being an albino. Also it is often caused by the absence of tyrosinase, an enzyme essential for the production of cellular pigment. Albinism is a form of hypopigmentary congenital disorder, characterized by a partial hypomelanism or total lack of melanin pigment in the eyes, skin, and hair. Albinism […]

Vertigo and The Yellow Wallpaper The 1958 film Vertigo is surrounded by themes of control, dominance, and illusion surrounding a male and female power struggle. One of Vertigos main themes is to create the perfect woman. This is also seen in the story The Yellow Wallpaper. The parallels with Vertigo’s protagonist’s quest for the ideal […]

Technology will lead us to doom – As we all know, most of the Earth’s society are very reliant on technology use. Most people would praise the many technological gadgets that they use in their everyday lives. Technology is evolving at a very fast rate, and what most people think could not be possible a […]

Some aspects of a community that could affect health are: Social Support Systems Community Health Care Systems Economic Resources Environmental Factors Social Support Systems Are personal network of family friends, co-workers and peers. They are the people you turn to in good times and bad. Studies show that people who share their lives with others […]

Lab Report: Exercise 10: Organization of Nervous Tissue Purpose: The purpose of this exercise is to comprehend the organization and role of multipolar, unipolar, and bipolar neurons, as well as recognize nerve structures. There are no safety concerns related to this lab. Step 1: Relates to Lab Exercise 10/Activity 1, 3, and 4. Assignment 1: […]

Our objective is to purify dark and muddy water, transforming it into a clear and odorless liquid. To achieve this, we employ a filtering technique that eliminates particles from the water, enabling the fluid to flow through while retaining solid matter. The filter consists of pebbles, sand, and charcoal. This particular project was previously undertaken […]

There are over 99,000 heart valve replacement surgeries conducted each year in the United States alone. These procedures mainly focus on replacing or fixing the mitral or aortic valve because of the added pressure on the left side of the heart. Valve disease can manifest in various ways, but valvular stenosis and valvular insufficiency are […]

Communicators establish a close bond with their audiences by demonstrating empathy in their conversations. Opera stands out as a highly sought-after public speaker due to her ability to speak clearly, effectively engage the audience using examples and sincerity, and bring passion to the topics she presents. Maintaining eye contact and occasionally nodding, Opera assures her […]

The text below provides information on various conditions, diseases, substances, and parameters: 1. Endocarditis: This is a disease with a gradual and quiet onset. It is characterized by symptoms like fever, heart murmur, and the formation of abnormal tissue called vegetation around prosthetic intricacies or on the valve cusps. 2. Small Bowel Obstruction (SBO): SBO […]

Dental hygienists play a crucial role in dentistry by examining patients for diseases and abnormalities, educating them on oral hygiene, and promoting healthy teeth and gums. The field of dentistry offers promising job opportunities and earning potential, allowing dental hygienists to care for individuals and make a positive impact on overall health. During dental appointments, […]

The Black Death As a pandemic that was able to spread from country to country and kill millions in the process, the Black Death, also known as the Bubonic Plague, was able to leave a mark on almost all of the Eastern hemisphere. Additionally and ironically, the impact the Black Death had on many countries […]