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 […]
Epileptic Seizures by Melissa Rodgers
The topic I chose to research and write about is epilepsy because I have recently raised my brow to the fact that when an individual has a seizure that does not mean that they are automatically diagnosed with the condition epilepsy. In fact, as defined, epilepsy basically is a brain disorder in which a person […]
Lyme disease by Gina Bloomburg
Lyme disease affects approximately 16,000 people each year in the United States alone, as reported by the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The disease was not known in the United States until 1977, when a group of children in Lyme, Connecticut were diagnosed with symptoms resembling arthritis, although there is some indication that […]
Kidney Infections by Mandi Magruder
A kidney infection, or Pyelonephritis, is an infection that travels up into the kidney(s) and can be caused by bacteria that cause urinary tract infections, which travel up through the ureters, or objects obstructed in the kidneys, ureters, or bladder. A urinary tract infection that goes untreated could also result in an infection of the […]
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 […]
Hs and Ts Thrombosis Coronary and Pulmonary | ACLS Classes Nashville
For Hs and Ts Tension Pneumothorax Click Here. CPR Nashville classes in ACLS. Thrombosis- Coronary/Pulmonary Defined: The formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel obstructs the flow of blood through the circulatory system. A clot that breaks free and begins to travel around the body is known as an embolus. When a […]
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 […]
What is Fungal Meningitis by Susan Berberich
The central nervous system (CNS) consists of the brain and the spinal cord. Three connective tissue membranes called meninges cover and protect the CNS. Meningitis occurs when the meninges become infected and swell. Of the three types of meningitis, viral, bacterial and fungal, fungal is not contagious and is rarely the focus of any health […]
What is Diabetes by Nancy Bone
More and more people today are being diagnosed with Diabetes. Through modern medicine, diabetes has been separated into three major types, Pre-diabetes, Type I Diabetes, and Type II Diabetes. First, let’s start with “What is diabetes?” Diabetes is a condition in which the body, specifically the pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin for the […]
COPD by Jessica Unruh
Being diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) means you have an extremely difficult time breathing. COPD is a long-term, progressive disease that is not treatable but is preventable and can be managed as well. With COPD airflow is blocked or slowed down due to two main types of conditions, emphysema and chronic asthmatic bronchitis. […]