Alzheimer’s Disease by Megan Poley
Alzheimer’s disease is a form of Dementia that slowly gets worse over time. Dementia is a loss of brain function that can happen with certain kinds of diseases. Genes and environmental factors play a role in Alzheimer’s, but the causes are not fully clear. If you are older you are more likely to get this […]
Microbiology Unknown Report | Proteus vulgaris
UNKNOWN LAB REPORT Report by TABITHA MATTHEWS MICROBIOLOGY FALL 2012 INTRODUCTION The discipline of microbiology has many applications in science and medicine. This unknown laboratory study was an exercise in identifying two bacterium using varied scientific techniques in a lab. The practical application of this study includes determining unknown bacteria in/on patients, surfaces, and foods […]
Staphylococcus epidermidis | Microbiology
INTRODUCTION Knowing the identity of microorganisms is beneficial because it allows healthcare professionals the ability to determine the organism’s pathogenicity, to prescribe the right antibiotics, as well as the correct dose, and to effectively treat infections and illnesses in the human body. Microorganisms are also helpful within the human body to aid in the digestion […]
Microbiology Unknown Lab Report
UNKNOWN LAB REPORT VERA KOZLOVA MICROBIOLOGY […]
What is BLS CPR? | Nashville, TN | CPR for Healthcare Providers
What is BLS CPR? This is a common question among nursing students, dental hygiene students, medical students, physical therapy program students, and any other student entering a healthcare related college program. BLS stands for Basic Life Support. BLS, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, is a specialized CPR class for medical professionals. For example, if […]
What is Meningitis by Karla Posos
The first few questions that are probably popping into your head right now are, ‘What is meningitis? Do I have meningitis? How do I treat it? How did I get this? Am I going to die!?’ Well, you’re in luck, because it turns out that I will, hopefully, be able to answer all your questions. […]
Marfan Syndrome by Laura Puckett
Marfan Syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects the person’s connective tissue. The connective tissue holds organs in place and attach skin to bones and provide support to blood vessels. The gene that is inherited in this syndrome is the fibrillin gene. This protein makes connective tissue elastic and strong so organs can move around […]
Human Papillomavirus (Genital Warts, HPV) by Rebecca Lashley
Human Papillomavirus better known as HPV is a very common virus mainly found in teenagers and adults. What makes this virus so common is that there are over 100 strains; roughly 40 of them affect the genital area along with the mouth and throat. The other 60+ strains affect the other parts of the body […]
Esophageal Cancer by Erin McCullough
It is not news that maintaining a healthy lifestyle can reduce your risk for many health problems, including cancer. What exactly does that mean? Eat right, exercise, do not smoke, and drink in moderation seem to be the most common, and obvious, answers. For esophageal cancer, this could not be more apparent. The leading risk […]
Cystic Fibrosis by Sarah Minnick
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that causes severe damage to the lungs and digestive system. Cells that normally produce thin and slippery mucus, sweat, and digestive juices are damaged and the secretions produced are thick and sticky. When the secretions become thick and sticky, they do not function as a lubricant and the ducts […]