Health Essays

Abstract The presence of fever in the neonatal period demands urgent evaluation from healthcare providers since signs and symptoms of a serious bacterial infection in this age group can be nonspecific. Current practice guidelines recommend that febrile neonates should be presumed to have a serious bacterial infection and undergo a sepsis evaluation and hospitalization until […]

In this case study I intend to analyses and evaluate the care that I delivered to a patient who presented with topic eczema, beginning with a actionable for the case study and a description of the presenting complaint. It is then relevant to describe the function of skin and the path-physiology of eczema. I will […]

Anorexia Nervous vs.. Bulimia Nervous Both Anorexia Nervous and Bulimia Nervous share several similarities and differences In terms of their diagnoses, side effects and treatments. In the case of psychically Illnesses Like Anorexia and Bulla, a diagnosis Is made based on the patient’s report about the physical and psychological symptoms experienced. Anorexia and Bulimia also […]

The article “ASTHMA” focuses on the main idea that asthma is a respiratory condition that can cause coughing, difficulty breathing, and potentially fatal consequences. It specifically discusses bronchial asthma and its association with airway inflammation. The article emphasizes that while anyone can develop asthma, individuals living in impoverished urban areas, cold regions, and industrialized countries […]

South Africa’s has what medical authorities regard as to one of the healthiest climates, in the world, a tradition of playing sports and enjoying an active, outdoor lifestyle, access to plenty of fresh fruit, and vegetables, and some of the planet’s cleanest air, it’s people isn’t as healthy as might be imagined. South Africa major […]

Yellow fever, caused by different virus families, is a form of hemorrhagic fever. Although some individuals infected with yellow fever may not display any symptoms, others might experience symptoms such as headaches, muscle and body pains, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and weakness around three days after being infected. Yellow fever, which is primarily found […]

Extensive investigation was carried out on rheumatic fever during the early 1900s due to its high prevalence in children worldwide, leading to numerous hospitalizations. While developed nations have seen a decrease in rheumatic disease prevalence since the late 1900s, non-developed countries still struggle with significant issues related to rheumatic fever, which are now even more […]

Portal hypertensive gastropathy is increasingly being recognized as a major cause of anemia and bleeding apart from oesophageal varices. We know that, in portal hypertension, there is a relative hypoxia of the gastric antral and fundal mucosa, This mucosal ischemia causes increased risk of mucosal breakdown and thus leads to ulceration and in the setting […]

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease of unknown origin that affects multiple systems. Lerner & Steitz noted in 1979 that the condition is characterized by autoantibodies overreacting to various autoantigens, such as nucleoprotein particles of ribosomes, DNA (nucleosomes), cytoplasmic RNPs (SS-A/Ro), and RNA-small nuclear ribonucleoproteins (snRNPs). The antibodies triggered by the autoantigens in […]

Although linked to HIV, AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is a separate illness that only occurs during the later stages of HIV. At this point, the body’s immunity weakens and cannot protect against harmful external agents like viruses, fungi and bacteria, which may lead to cancer development. The initial instances of AIDS were identified in […]

Ever wondered about the cause of occasional throat pain, regardless of the absence of infection or swelling? Phantom pain without any apparent reason may hint at tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths. These pea-sized formations cling to the throat folds and become rigid over time. The formations known as tonsil stones are named for their […]

The book The Hot Zone, authored by Richard Preston and published in New York in 1994, runs for 422 pages. In my opinion, I would rate it a six due to its inconsistent storyline that did contain some captivating scenes which left me glued to the pages and with a nauseating feeling; however, it did […]

Colon cancer is known to be one of the most common cancers in the western world. In the United States, colon cancer is the second cause of death from cancer only surpass by lung cancer. More women die of colon cancer than breast cancer. Although not many do pay attention to the risk factors and […]

The official definition of public health involves utilizing science and art to prevent disease, extend life, and improve the wellbeing of society. In Sir Donald Acheson’s 1988 report, collective responsibility is highlighted as a crucial aspect in modern public health for prevention and health. In the UK, significant components of public health include monitoring population […]

A male patient of age 48 visited with a critical medical condition of threatening ischemia in his right lower extremist limb. As a result of uncontrolled diabetes and small vessel disease, he had an ulcer on his toe that required the amputation of his foot’s second through fifth digits. Small vessel disease narrows small arteries […]

Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the UK (Brooker, 2005); and this paper aims to discuss the treatment and care of a 68 year old gentleman who has been admitted for colostomy forming surgery. Consideration will be given to both the pre-operative and post-operative care that Mr Jones will […]

The availability of significant quantities of medical supplies and medications is vital in disaster response. Nonetheless, it can be difficult to achieve this objective if there are no pre-existing stockpiles. Local and state governments have struggled to keep enough supplies for terrorist attacks, so a national stockpile was created. In 1999, the Department of Health […]

The inflammation of the stomach lining known as gastritis can result from a variety of factors, including excessive alcohol consumption, prolonged use of anti-inflammatory medications like Aspirin or Ibuprofen (also referred to as Nasals), major surgery, traumatic injury, burns or severe infections. Gastritis can be caused by chronic exposure to Helicobacter pylori bacteria, long-term bile […]

Formalin is offered in various forms, including solution, free gas, and solid paraformaldehyde prills. Worksafe Australia, also known as the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC), creates guidelines for safe working conditions in relation to Formaldehyde exposure. The “Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment” outlines these standards which dictate the maximum […]

Alcohol and marijuana are commonly used in the United States, with alcohol being legal but often abused while marijuana is illegal yet frequently misused. However, the legality of these substances does not determine their safety or potential harm. Some advocate for legalizing marijuana due to its lower mortality rate compared to alcohol, which causes over […]

“The fact remains that lowland, tropical Africa may well have the most intractable disease environment in the world.”(Bohannan & Curtin,35)  In order to understand diseases in Africa, one must first be acquainted with its geology.  Africa is a gigantic landmass that is over 5200 miles long and 4600 miles wide.  The continent is a vast […]

Aim The rising rates of obesity in both developed and developing economies are a cause for concern. Scientists have connected these rates to lifestyle changes. Therefore, it is vital to establish effective public health strategies that can tackle the increasing prevalence of the obesity epidemic. According to Alheritiere et al. (2013), the main strategy for […]