Enterococcus faecalis
Before 1984 Enterococcus faecalis was classified as the Group D streptococci, Streptococcus faecalis. It was reclassified as enterococci and given the name Enterococcus faecalis. There are many species of enterococci, but Enterococcus faecalis is the most common and causes 85-95% of all enterococcal....

Alcoholism
Alcoholism has become a growing problem with society today; therefore, many people suffer from this disease and do not even realize it. Alcoholism, also known as alcohol dependence, is a chronic, progressive disease that affects millions of Americans (Goodwin 31). It can cause a large amount ....

ALZHEIMERS DISEASE
Alzheimer's disease is a form of dementia. It is the leading cause of mental decline in the aged. Many older Americans have Alzheimer's, experts say the number is getting bigger everyday. Two and a half to three million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimers. . (The facts about Alzheim....

Cerebral Palsy
Botulinum and its contributions in Cerebral Palsy Treatment Abstract Cerebral Palsy is a neuromuscular disorder in which continuous contraction of muscle leads to difficulties in normal activities. This neuromuscular disorder occurs in young children mostly the infants. There are four types of....

Drugs and Abuse
Abuse of drugs can have effects on the user even after the use of drugs has stopped. Different drugs produce different effects, depending on the user, type of drug, and severity of abuse. New research is done every day in the area of drug abuse that makes finding accurate results on the broad topi....

End-Stage Renal Disease
Pathophysiology S.M. is a 74 yr. old Female admitted 2-14-07 with a Hx of CHF, a fib, PVD, DM, and hypotension. Her admitting DX is ESRD in which she receives dialysis 3x per week, as well as left Tibia and left Fibula fractures. Patient apparently fell after missing a step while walking down st....

Fad Diets vs. Healthful Eating
While it is faster to lose weight when on a fad diet, fad diets are dangerous to the body and a waste of time in weight loss. There is such a major emphasis placed on appearances in the United States, women are virtually obsessed with their bodies. Body image issues are increasing daily, with at lea....

Female Genital Mutilation
For one minute I just want you to think you were born a female in an African country. Did you no you are 90% more likely to have had gone through some form of female genital mutilation. Every day, thousands of girls are targeted for mutilation. Like torture, female genital mutilation (FGM) involves ....

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Many pregnant women are not aware of the complications that are involved with pregnancy. The greater majority of young women see pregnancy as a way of bringing a life into the world but do not use precaution in their dietary habits to prevent the destruction or inhibition of such a life. Most pregna....

Green Mile
A film that I believe is always open to different readings is The Green Mile produced by Frank Darabont. This film is based around a character called Paul Edgecomb. He is a slightly cynical veteran prison guard on Death row in the 1930's. His faith, and sanity, deteriorated by watching men live and ....

Human Mutilation
Human mutilation is the act of maiming or causing a physical injury on a person degrading the person's appearance. This mutilation at times results in deaths of individuals who had not consented to the act. Different ethnic cultures carry out various forms of mutilation as a rite of passage for....

kidney stones
Kidney stones What Do Kidneys Do? Kidneys are bean-shaped organs, about the size of a fist each. They are to be found in the middle of the back, beneath the Ribcage. The kidneys are sophisticated recycle centers in the body. Each day the kidneys process about 200 quarts of blood to filt....

Lifes little Miracles - Getting Pregnant
I remember the day, it was Wednesday January 09, 2008 and I was heading to the Fertility specialists office to find out why I had been having recurrent miscarriages. As I made my way into the office I can remember the feeling of being afraid that something was terribly wrong with me and that I woul....

roles of a biomedical scientist
AS1999-Biomedical science. Personal and Professional skills The purpose of this essay is to discuss the role/s of a Biomedical Scientist in the health service. Biomedical scientists work with doctors and nurses within the NHS to diagnose diseases, determine the effectiveness of treatment and ....

Sexually transmitted diseases
The world of today is on a fast pace. High price electronics, speedy cars, huge gyms, and large incomes all contribute to the world's hectic lifestyle. All of these amenities can lead to a wonderful, happy, and full life which can make any person feel invincible. Unfortunately there are things i....

Stoma care
Stoma Care What is a stoma? A stoma is an artificial opening to or from the intestine (which is also known as the gut or bowel) on the abdominal wall usually created by a surgeon. Occasionally, it is an artificial opening in the urinary tract, called a urostomy. When is a stoma required? A stoma....

The Effects of Adolescent Pregnancy
The Effects of Adolescent Pregnancy Shafeeqah Thomas Western International University COM 112/ Utilizing Information in College Writing Paul Jessen September 17, 2006 Sexuality is one of the characteristics of human beings and it is also something that must be handl....

urinary tract infection
UTI - A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that begins in your urinary system. UTIs limited to your bladder can be painful and annoying. But serious consequences can occur if the infection spreads to your kidneys. Women are most at risk of developing a UTI. In fact, half of all women wil....

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