Proper Use of Antibiotics and Their Misuse by James Bowman
Antibiotics were first discovered on the morning of September 3rd, 1928, by Professor Alexander Fleming. Eighty-five years after this amazing discovery, antibiotics are still greatly misunderstood. Much of the common public is still sadly mistaken about the proper use of antibiotics and when they are to be appropriately taken. This has led to a great […]
Understanding Malaria
1. Overview Malaria is one of the most dangerous diseases worldwide; especially in developing countries with warm climates. This disease is caused by a parasite. You’ll get this disease when an infected mosquito bites you. You should be very careful when you travel to some countries that have a high risk of this disease. There […]
An Overview of Alzheimer’s Disease by Eric Raines
Alzheimer’s disease is a very common disease within the elderly population. This disease does not have a cure; it will only get worse as time goes on. It is a disease that can be very difficult for the patient and everyone involved with that person. Alzheimer’s wipes out a person’s memory, as well as other […]
CPR Certification Nashville | 615-638-0005 | CPR Classes in Nashville
Need CPR Certification in Nashville? Register Here If you need CPR for Healthcare Providers in the Nashville, Tennessee area you can register for a class now! All classes are American Heart Association (AHA) approved and you will receive a 2 year AHA provider card immediately after successful completion of a written exam and skills […]
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by Ronell McCollum
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, also known as COPD, is a group of lung conditions that impede airflow and make breathing very difficult. The two most common conditions that make up chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Bronchitis occurs when the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the lungs, become inflamed. […]
Sickle Cell Anemia by Precious Wilson-Cox
I have heard the term sickle cell anemia and have often wondered what it is and what it does, and I consider myself fortunate. I didn’t totally understand, but now I can see what this disease entails. Normal red blood cells are round. They can move throughout the body with little effort. They carry oxygen […]
What is DIABETES MELLITUS by Luamart Lewis
Fact: Did you know that at least 26 million Americans today have diabetes? Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic condition that a lot of people are not very familiar with. Diabetes Mellitus can be categorized as Type 1, Type 2, Diabetes insipidus, and Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Today I would like to inform you about Diabetes […]
How to Have a Healthy Heart by Jonathan Hardwrict
Having a healthy heart is something that all of us who are living and breathing on this earth should strive for. We all need this special organ to live, and maintaining a healthy weight could be a big step in the right direction in keeping it strong and resilient. A good way to go about […]
What is Alzheimer’s Disease by Michael Holland Jr.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most seen form of dementia. Dementia is the loss of brain function that occurs from a disease. The loss of brain function here results in memory loss however includes other types of abilities. Alzheimer’s is responsible for between 50 and 80 percent of all dementia patients. Currently, approximately 4 million Americans […]
What is AIDS Awareness, St. Louis by Marlene McMullen
The article I chose to write about is AIDS awareness. It’s a topic that can’t be spoken enough about in this day and hour. The group I’m choosing to identify with is called EFA, (Effort for AIDS). It’s a non-profit organization whose goal is to educate individuals and communities about HIV/AIDS awareness and intervention. It […]