What are Panic Attacks and Anxiety Disorders by Melissa Ziegler
Anxiety and Panic Disorders have been on the rise in the past decade. Many people who suffer from these disorders often aren’t aware of the effects on their life or have no knowledge that could have the disorder. Anxiety and panic disorders are also the most common disorders; more than 18 percent of adults suffer […]
Diabetes and its Effects by Hazheen Ibrahim Taily
The health topic that interests me and that I would like to learn more about is diabetes. I am well aware that there are a number of different types of diabetes such as type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. I’d like to learn a lot more about type 2 diabetes. There are many reasons […]
What is Emphysema by Allison Torno
Emphysema is a common type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that causes people to have difficulty breathing. Emphysema is a result of damage to the inner lining of the lungs that is irreversible. Over time, emphysema changes the air sacs located in the inner walls of the lungs into oversized pockets with vast holes. […]
All About Color Blindness by Jesus Morales
Color blindness is a genetic disease (sex linked trait) and to be more specific it is related with human’s chromosomes. This disease is a trait controlled by a recessive allele. Color blindness is also known as color vision problems. The meaning of color blindness is that a person has difficulties perceiving the colors red, green, […]
What is Asthma by Jenna Schneider
Millions of people are affected by asthma each year. One hundred million people are estimated to have asthma by the year 2025. Knowing how to properly manage to live with asthma is very important. Unfortunately, there is no cure for asthma, but there are plenty of treatment options available for the patient seeking help from […]
Example of an Unknown Lab Report in Microbiology
Unknown Lab Report Liwei Jiao 12/03/13 General Microbiology Fall/2013 INTRODUCTION Microbiology is the study of microorganisms. Microorganisms have much longer history than that of mankind. It is fact that human beings survive in microorganisms. Identifying the unknown organisms is significant meaning for human beings to maintain a healthy environment, prevent […]
PALS Respiratory Lecture – PART II
Here is PART II from the video lecture series on Pediatric Advanced Life Support. This PALS topic is the second part of a lecture on Infant and Child Respiratory Emergency. Watch Video – Part 2 PALS Respiratory Lecture Go to PART I To Register for a 1st Time PALS Certification Class in the […]
PALS Respiratory Lecture – PART I
Video lecture series from CPR Nashville. This video is Part I of II on the topic of Pediatric Advanced Life Support respiratory emergencies. PALS is an American Heart Association-certified class for doctors, nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare providers who deal with infant and child emergencies. PART I: Watch Now Watch the video from a Pediatric […]
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 […]
What is Bacteria Vaginosis by Angela Davidson
Bacteria Vaginosis (BV) is an infection of the vagina that is caused by excessive growth of bad bacteria in the vagina. Sometimes with BV, there will be a discharge, a foul odor, itching, burning, and pain. The cause of BV is not really known or understood and is sometimes misdiagnosed. When a woman has BV […]