Alcoholism by Erin McCullough
Alcoholism has been deemed a disease for quite some time but some critics do not agree with using that term. Either way you look at it however, drinking too much can cause significant problems for not only the drinker but those closest to him/her as well. The causes of alcoholism are not definite but there […]
Alzheimer’s by Lina Palazzolo
Alzheimer’s is a debilitating disease that affects the brain and is a form of dementia. The symptoms of Alzheimer’s start slow and then progress to more severe symptoms over time. The cause of this disease is nerve cells in the brain that begin to slowly shrink and eventually die, causing damage to the memory and […]
Abnormal Bone Development by Jordan Pfaff
From birth to death, the Human body undergoes many changes, especially during childhood. One of the many changes that are most visible has to deal with bone growth. In addition to supporting the heart and other vital organs, bones govern how tall an individual is and the shape of certain facial features such as cheeks […]
Trisomy 18 by Emily Edwards
When women become pregnant, there are many procedures they must follow in order to deliver a healthy baby. They must cut back on their caffeine intake, stop smoking, quit drinking, take vitamins and supplements, and other doctor-regulated daily steps to taking care of their unborn child. However, there are times when no matter what a […]
Oral Cancer by Brittany Blumer
Oral cancer is a very serious health condition that your dentist or hygienist should look for signs of at every visit. Your dentist should make sure that any changes in your oral health are recorded at every visit to insure that oral cancer will be easily detected during a routine cleaning. Oral cancer can be […]
Pet Allergies by Ashley Hayes
If you have trouble breathing or take on cold like symptoms during or after contact with an animal, then you may have a pet allergy. A pet allergy is an allergic reaction usually caused by dander, saliva, or urine from animals such as cats, dogs, and rabbits. An allergic reaction is very similar to having […]
Anxiety Disorders by Kateryna Petrakova
Decades ago introverted and socially awkward people used to be called shy. Today, we are able to classify and name people’s conditions. If a person is shy, scared, too emotional, or nervous we tend to label his or her behavior as an anxiety disorder. On the one hand, experiencing slight anxiety is a good thing. […]
Overview of the Prostate
The prostate is a walnut sized gland found on a male between the bladder and the penis. The urethra runs through the center of the prostate from the bladder and allows urine to be removed from the body. The prostate secretes fluid that feeds and protects sperm so when a man ejaculates the prostate squeezes […]
Malaria by Mostafa Mehanpoor
Malaria is a deadly disease caused by a mosquito bite that is infected with malaria parasites. The disease does not harm mosquitoes but is very deadly if found in humans. According to CDC.gov 216 million cases relating to malaria were reported in 2010 alone and 655,000 people died, most (91%) of which occurred in the […]
An Overview of Lupus by Elizabeth Dare
The purpose of this paper is to provide the reader with a basic understanding of lupus. In short, lupus is a chronic, autoimmune disease that can mildly or severely affect any part of the body. It is often referred to as “The Great Imitator” because symptoms resemble so many other illnesses. At least 1.5 million […]