The controversy of whether parents should have the right to abstain from vaccinating their children, has become a prominent debate in the media. As it stands, parents legally have the choice to not vaccinate their children. The controversial arguments surrounding this topic have been heightened particularly by the recent reappearance of illnesses which have not been diagnosed for years, as...
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Antibiotics are drugs or medicines used to treat bacterial infections. There are two main mechanisms that antibiotics employ to treat a bacterial infection. They can kill the bacteria or prevent it from reproducing, labeled bactericidal and bacteriostatic, respectively. Antibiotic resistance is becoming an ever-growing issue all around the globe. The rate of bacterial evolution far exceeds our current rate of...
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Antibiotics are key for treating bacterial infections such as pneumonia, skin and soft tissue infections. Antibiotic use makes surgery, and use of medical devices in patients possible by greatly reducing mortality risk due to infection. Antibiotic resistance is a global natural phenomenon. Strains of bacteria can evolve to develop defence mechanisms to antibiotic exposure, resulting in failure of the antibiotic....
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The backbone of modern medicine’s success has long been attributed to an evidence-based paradigm; a direct point of difference when compared to the practices of homeopathy. In medicine all diagnoses and subsequent treatments are informed by a plethora of scientifically proven and reproducible studies (1). Under this paradigm, any form of treatment may be used for a given health related...
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Introduction Coronary heart disease (CHD) remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, necessitating effective management strategies to mitigate its impact. Among the various therapeutic approaches, aspirin has garnered significant attention for its antiplatelet properties. Aspirin's role in reducing the risk of myocardial infarction and other cardiovascular events has been well-documented, making it a cornerstone in the treatment and prevention of...
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Introduction Chronic pain is a pervasive issue that affects millions worldwide, reducing quality of life and imposing significant economic burdens. Traditional medical approaches often rely on pharmacological interventions, which, while effective for some, can lead to dependency and other adverse effects. Consequently, there is an increasing interest in natural methods for pain relief, which offer a holistic approach to managing...
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Spinal cord injuries (SCI) are debilitating injuries affecting a large portion of Canadian society. Motor deficits, a hallmark feature of spinal lesions, can be improved in less severe cases through neuroplasticity in the central nervous system. However, commonly used psychoactive drugs, such as alcohol and cannabis, have been shown to impair cortical neuroplasticity, which may impair recovery in individuals with...
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When a patient is admitted to the hospital the issue to tackle is not necessarily only the immediate course of evaluation and treatment, but to also address what lies ahead of the initial admittance. The lack of follow-up care post hospital discharge is a matter of contention within the United States healthcare system and a direct causation of high readmittance...
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In the work of an occupational therapist, prejudice is very relevant. Prejudice is a big issue in any health sector professions, as professionals are interacting with a wide range of people every day from minority groups. A study done in 1998 of the rates of prejudice among nursing students showed that most of them had a limited awareness of race...
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In 1954, the possibility of a nuclear war was on the horizon. The public recognized that increased exposure to radiation was threatening to longevity and that antioxidants could be used to neutralize its effects. Sources of longevity were of importance around this time, as America pushed to increase its average life expectancy (Harman, 2009, p. 774). Along with many others,...
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Every task we perform in our life has some curiosity hidden inside it, curiosity to experience something new. Unaware of its pros and cons we want to experience it. Once we get a spark of pleasure from that experience it becomes our habit and then slowly that habit becomes our addiction. Everything has developed in its own way in each...
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“When one sense is activated, another unrelated sense is activated at the same time”, this causes an overwhelming feeling as your senses combine in an unnatural and sometimes unnerving way - this is known as ‘Synesthesia’. For creating this short film, I took on the role of Director as my primary, and Co-editor and my secondary role. Both of these...
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Coronary ailments (i.e., CHD) is a major reason for death in the top advanced countries and is swiftly expanding in frequency among developing nations. Death rates from cardiovascular problems surpass one million deaths every year in United States of America and record for biggest ailment related expenses to health with the approximate expenses evaluated to surpass 120 dollars billion with...
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Doctor Collins rushes through a bustling pediatric office looking for her next patient. A child wails its mother's arms as they wait their turn, and every seat is taken in the lobby. Busy would be an understatement, with the waiting room feeling like a Best Buy during a black friday sale rather than your typical doctor's office. The measles outbreak...
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Did you know that there are syndromes that can cause you to think things are real when actually they are not? Dr. Ramachandran’s presentation in his ted talk video reviews three types of brain syndromes what they do to a person and research on what might help the people suffering from these illnesses. One is Capgras syndrome, two is phantom...
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Mr. Ahmad had a fall at work consequently suffered from an intracerebral hemorrhage. Mr. Ahmad was declared brain-dead on his 3rd postoperative day after undergoing craniotomy surgery. Leaving his wife and 2 teenage children. His wife was informed by his doctor and transplant coordinator of the plan to remove his kidneys, heart, liver, and corneas for transplant. When Mr. Ahmad...
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Morbilli, more commonly known as “measles,” is caused by Rubeola virus that results in a highly contagious disease that infects the respiratory system, immune system, and skin. Initial symptoms are a high fever, runny nose, bloodshot eyes, and white spots on the inside of the mouth. It then develops into a rash that spreads downwards (Naim, 2018). Logically, because this...
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When students and parents think about college they think of sports, parties, and lots of work but what doesn’t come to mind is not having enough to eat. This is food insecurity. Over 25% of college students are food insecure despite meal plans (Tomar). How does this type of stuff even happen? Students already have enough on their plate between...
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Simply, a placebo can be described as an inert substance which has no medically proven healing ability or positive physiological effect yet can improve the receivers symptoms of a condition. However, the definition of a placebo has become murky in recent times as we are becoming more aware of other aspects of healthcare which seem to contribute to the overall...
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The global human organ shortage, mainly kidney, has led to illegal and unregulated organ markets. According to World Organization health, about 5 to 10 percent of all kidneys transplanted per year are obtained in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, and South America. Therefore, the world faces double tragedy; first, very many patients who die waiting for an organ transplant due to...
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Can people truly take the time to answer the following questions? Who produces their food, what ingredients make up their food, and when that food was produced? A few people can say they truly take the time to know how their food is process, the types of chemicals that have been used in their food, what harm will those chemicals...
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The timeless American play, ‘The Crucible’, by Arthur Miller, dramatizes the Salem witch trials of the late 17th century. The series of unmerited trials and hangings took place in colonial Massachusetts. The event was an instance of mass hysteria, a phenomenon found in groups of people where they share a common delusion or symptom, often as a result of general...
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The book that I have chosen to read for my book assignment is ‘The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks’ by Rebecca Sklott. The first word that comes to mind when I think of after reading this novel is deceived. I think about that when reading how the John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore deceived Henrietta Lacks by profiting off her tissue...
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Introduction Metabolism is a complex biochemical process involving the conversion of nutrients into energy, critical for sustaining life. It encompasses all chemical reactions occurring within living organisms, including anabolic and catabolic pathways. The metabolic rate, or the speed at which these reactions take place, significantly influences bodily functions such as growth, repair, and maintenance. Understanding and modulating metabolism can have...
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The developmental condition that I thought would be the most beneficial to learn to enhance my chiropractic career is muscular dystrophy. Muscular dystrophy is categorized as rare genetic diseases, that displays numerous symptoms, however, the main apparent symptom is loss of muscle function (Do et al. 2018). The abnormality that appears with muscular dystrophy is that abnormal genes interrupt the...
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Nowadays, the rate of tobacco use among children and teens has skyrocketed. In the year 2015 9.3% of high school students rumored to be smoking in the last 30 days. In the same year, 2.3% of middle school students smoked in the last 30 days. Overall, 25.3% of high school students and 7.4% of middle school students have engaged in...
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Thank you for taking the time to read about and address the health issues that are prevalent in the 30th District as mentioned in my previous memo. I would be happy to provide additional details and evidence on the rates of readmission to Dallas hospitals for cardiovascular-related health issues. I would like to use health statistics and data from our...
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Introduction Organ donation remains one of the most significant medical advancements, offering a lifeline to those suffering from life-threatening illnesses. Despite its life-saving potential, the rate of organ donation worldwide continues to fall short of the demand. This discrepancy not only affects the individuals on the waiting list but also has broader implications for healthcare systems, economies, and society at...
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The recent E. coli outbreak in Romaine Lettuce has forced many restaurants, grocery stores, and households to pull the popular produce off the shelves. A recent discovery found that farmers harvesting the lettuce in the Central Coastal regions in northern and central California were responsible for the outbreak. Not only was the United States affected by this outbreak, but Canada...
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Penicillin is still currently being used worldwide today, due to it curing many people and preventing them from dying. Alexander Fleming has made people all around the world extremely grateful for this life changing discovery. Even though Fleming did discover penicillin he did have some help from two young researchers. The researchers were called Howard Florey and Ernst Chain. The...
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