Essays About Medicine

One of America’s most admired companies, Johnson ; Johnson (J ; J) is one of the largest healthcare firms in the world and one of the most diversified. Its operations are organized into three business segments: pharmaceutical, which generates 39 percent of revenues and 61 percent of operating income; professional, which accounts for 36 percent […]

Quality Improvement Organizations (QIOs) are non-profit private organizations with a professional staff, including doctors and other healthcare professionals. These individuals are trained to assess medical care and assist beneficiaries with complaints or issues regarding the quality of care. The overall goal of QIOs is to improve the quality of care throughout the healthcare system. The […]

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) is a bacterial infection that is spread through tick bites. Although it’s not common, the disease can be severe if left untreated. The transmission of RMSF depends on geographical location and occurs typically during spring and summer. In the eastern US, Rickettsia rickettsii bacteria responsible for RMSF are transmitted by […]

Picture this scenario: You are working in the emergency room of a public hospital where the   inflow of patients is higher than the available beds. You are treating an elderly man who is breathless and cyanosed. While you assess whether he has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or heart failure, he becomes drowsy and starts gasping. […]

PD, a disorder affecting the central nervous system, was first documented by an English doctor in 1817. Over 1.5 million people in the U.S are affected by this condition which is characterized by symptoms such as decreased spontaneous movements, difficulty walking, postural instability, rigidity and tremors. James Parkinson coined the term ‘Shaking Palsy’ in 1817 […]

Battling for Two Decades: Michael J. Fox v. s. Parkinson’s Disease The most memorable moments in television and film history are marked by their ability to remain in the hearts and minds of society. These pieces of entertainment are generally known as the classics, for possessing some factor that appeals to the world. Often times, […]

Dan Dalgard “A doctor of veterinary medicine… ” “Dalgard was a tall man in his fifties , with metal-framed glasses, pale blue eyes, a shy mammer…” He is significant to the story because it was his job to take care of monkeys that are sick or need medical attention… he is the one who notices […]

Science can be utilized in such a way that it may cause individual suffering in the name of progress especially if it is used in the wrong manner. This is very true and I can only strongly agree with it.To prove this statement, let us take for instance, the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment, wherein four hundred […]

More and more students who slack off or procrastinate in high school during the last semester of their senior year are indeed making up various excuses for better or worse.  Their excuses for delaying or postponing actions are almost always the same. They blame it for senioritis.  This term refers to an imaginary affliction having […]

SLE (lupus) is an autoimmune disease. This means there is a problem with the body’s normal immune system response. Normally, the immune system helps protect the body from harmful substances. But in patients with an autoimmune disease, the immune system can’t tell the difference between harmful substances and healthy ones. The result is an overactive […]

It is important to find new ways to enhance primary care and its connection with secondary care in today’s world. This will help ensure timely interventions that can prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and save costs for the healthcare system. The study aims to assess the impact of teleconsultation services used by general practitioners in rural […]

Using the ITT Tech Virtual Library, research the causes of osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and muscular atrophy in an 84-year-old Caucasian woman who is thin with small bones. Summarize your findings in a one to two-page document while following APA reference citation guidelines. Double-space your work and check for spelling and grammar mistakes. It is important to […]

The primary objective of the article is twofold. Firstly, to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of ethical considerations that form the basis of conversations surrounding stem cell research and therapy. Secondly, to appraise various moral stances by examining their supporting arguments. The paper delves into the discussions surrounding the source of stem cells for research and […]

Two incidents ignited my understanding of the gravity of practicing medicine: detecting the odor of singed skin during a surgical operation and observing a six-year-old child succumb to Dengue fever. Nevertheless, despite these occurrences, my ardor for and dedication to medicine endures. My most unforgettable time in a hospital took place at St. Lucia, situated […]

Women’s bodies are the primary targets of autoimmune diseases, even though they have an immune system that typically fights against illnesses. These diseases attack different parts of the body such as tissues, nerves, muscles, endocrine system and digestive system leading to various health problems. It is important to note that these diseases affect only women […]

The human body has the ability to endure multiple complications; however, with disease the bodies’ ability to defend itself becomes impaired. As such, it is integral for nursing professionals to explore the diseases and systems that impede or hinder the body’s resilience. That said, delving into the complications that affect the body should begin with […]

Walgreens focuses on quality rather than quantity and prefers organic growth to acquisitions for financial stability. Despite having fewer stores than its main competitor CVS, Walgreens has been successful in surpassing them in sales. According to Hoover’s Inc (2007), Walgreens currently operates around 6,000 stores across 49 states and Puerto Rico, along with three mail […]

Should animal testing be legal or illegal? Animal testing in scientific labs can hurt the poor innocent creatures. I think that testing on animals should be illegal. I’m going to be telling you the different reasons why I prefer animal testing is illegal. “Animal testing is wrong and it is cruelty to animals. Each year […]

Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each of the options JJM has to choose from. JJM had two options for introducing Pepcid AC as an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. Option 01 was to argue with the FDA regarding the treatment and prevention claims, thereby preserving the opportunity to be the first entrant. This option presented several […]

Acupressure History A traditional Chinese Medicine that was performed by Buddhist and Taoist during the late 2600 B. C. During the Han Dynasty, Physicians used it for physical, surgical and herbal treatment. 1930’s traditional Chinese Medicine was outlaw, due to China’s progression into Modern Science. 1960’s traditional Chinese Medicine resumed its teaching and soon later […]

Geographic & Climate The island of Taiwan is located 120 kilometers off southeastern coast of Mainland China. Its geographical area coverage is bout 13,823 square miles. It is surrounded by the East China Sea on its north, South China Sea to southeast and Philippine Sea to the east. The shape of the island is similar […]

Despite many advances in modern medicine, many illnesses continue to have no cure (Calman, Cherny, Doyle & Hanks, 2004; Chiu & Mok, 2004). Chronic, progressive, and incurable illnesses are a major cause of disability, distress, suffering, and ultimately death in today’s society (Adunsky & Aminoff, 2005; Calman et. al, 2004; Chiu & Mok, 2004; Rydahl-Hansen, […]