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INTRODUCTION

Disease, particularly, virulent pathogens inspire a great deal of fear all around the world. People imagine terrifying diseases that run rampant through the populations on an apocalyptic scale. While some diseases, like the common cold and the flu, do not spark much concern, there are others whose mere names alone can put people into a panic; like small pox. However, there is another that is often remarked as the most frightening of all, That disease is the ebola virus, Ebola outbreaks are rare but when they occur it’s both dangerous and serious. One of these rare occasions unfortunately Continue reading...

Definition of Disease Processpage 3

Signs and Symptomspages 4 -5
Diagnosis and Treatmentpages 5-6
Nursing Diagnosispages 6-7
Endocrinepage 6
Respiratorypage 6
Immunepage 6
Nervouspage 7
Musculoskeletalpage 7
Integumentarypage 7
Gastrointestinalpage 7
Urinarypage 7
Cardiovascularpage 7
Reproductivepage 7

Referencespage 8

Parkinson Disease (PD) is a neurologic disorder that affects the motor neurons of the brain and includes systemic nonmotor and neurologic symptoms (McCance, Huether, and Brashers 565). The disease is caused by the degeneration of the basal ganglia, affecting the dopaminergic nigrostriatal pathway. There are primary and secondary causes of Parkinsonism. The primary causes include idiopathic and genetic. Conversely, secondary causes include neurodegenerative disorders, such as different Continue reading...

Management of Varicella Zoster in Skilled Nursing Facilities

Introduction:
Nursing Facilities are usually the home for elder people. It is evident that the global population is aging. It is a natural process that no one can ever stop. Early in the 20th century the life expectancy of most Americans was up only to 47 years old. But as modernization happens along with the discovery of medicinal plants and the building of medical facilities, the American life expectance has raised to about 76-80 years old in the beginning of the 21st century (Lassi et. al., 2014).
However, with the fact that the human body is aging infectious and Continue reading...

Introduction

Asthma is a chronic lung disease caused by the inflammation and narrowing of the airways. It is one among the common illness affecting about 25 million individuals in the United States alone. The symptoms can vary from periodic periods of wheezing, tightness in the chest, difficulty in breathing as well as persistent coughing. While this disease affects the general population, its onset is often observed during childhood. This paper aims to address the manifestation of asthma in children, its history and pathophysiology as well as the management and treatment of its symptoms.
I. Natural History
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Introduction

Although not commonly known to many people, Parkinson Disease is one of the most popular neurodegenerative disorders that manifest itself to about one percent of the world population. Similar to much other condition, the disease is a health nightmare that is can be considered as a health burden. For instance, the disorder is associated with costs such as treatment cost, loss of income to the patients who are unable to work, and social security payments. In this paper, I intend to shed light on the Parkinson’s statistics and facts, pathophysiology, trend in care and treatment, culturally sensitive care, Continue reading...

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More than one out of three Americans is considered obese (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services). Many Americans are considered or tend to be obese due to several factors including their food consumption, involvement in physical activities and their class and race. With regards to class and race, the poor people living in America are most likely to be obese due to differences in income. For the past two decades, there has been a significant increase in the number of obese cases in the United States, estimating over 72 million adults aging 20 years old and above classified Continue reading...

Introduction

Alzheimer`s Disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disorder that is currently affecting an estimated 25 million people across the globe (Burock et al, 2014). The number of infection is expected to increase to approximately 75 million in the next 30 years. The disease is mostly experienced by elderly women in the age limit 65-85 (Solomon et al, 2014). However, in extreme ages such as 85+ years, the condition presents itself in pronounce levels. The prevalence of the disease is observed in both developed and underdeveloped nations. The disease is characterized by prominent psychiatric symptoms, memory impairment, and behavioral disturbances. Continue reading...

Introduction

Healthy people 2020, HP 2020, is an initiative of the United States government, together with other private organizations and agencies, to promote the health of the US citizens. A subsequent of Healthy people 2010, the HP 2020 has its foundation on specific objectives with a 10 year time frame for achievement. To achieve their objectives, the initiative recognizes the need for collaboration with other organizations and the community, the empowerment of individuals in making informed decisions about their health, and a way of measuring the impact of these objectives in prevention of diseases and health promotion. This paper will, Continue reading...

Brief description of acute bronchitis (pathophysiology, epidemiology)

The purpose of this paper is describing pathophysiology, epidemiology and clinical representation of acute bronchitis. The paper is also aimed at reviewing the expected physical findings and history in patients. Acute bronchitis is a clinical condition involving reversible inflammation of the large airways of the lungs (bronchial tree). The key characteristic of which is cough without pneumonia (Blush, 2013.)
This disease affects all ages, gender and is seen in a full spectrum of demographics. According to Wenzel & Fowler, acute bronchitis involves about 10% of all adult population annually (2006.) It’s one of the most common reasons people address Continue reading...

What we looked for

Many health issues affect South Philadelphia. These issues have affected many people, which have brought many negative issues in the town. For instance, a lot of money is spent treating these patients. A lot of labor is also wasted because sick people cannot work. This means that the town is highly affected. During our research, we sort to find the disease, which affected many people and why it was very widespread. This was a difficult task but since someone has to save South Philadelphia, we had to do it. We visited various health centers where we would get all Continue reading...

ABSTRACT

Cardiomyopathy is a heart disease characterized by stiffening and hypertrophy of the musculature of the heart followed by scarring. It deprives the heart from the flexibility required in the muscles to pump the blood sufficiently leading to heart failure. There are four major types of cardiomyopathy and it can be acquired or congenital. Latter usually unpreventable and can only be controlled. Usual symptoms are shortness of breath, easy fatigability, edema of limbs and venous engorgement. Clinical as well as radiological evidence is required for its diagnosis. Surgical interventions are available to treat cardiomyopathy and besides pharmacotherapy, physical activity and Continue reading...

Abstract

Breast cancer is one of the major causes of death among women over the world. The incidences of breast cancer have been on the increase in the recent past, calling for investigations into the cause of this rising incidences. Focus has been on breast cancer for women, although studies have indicated that even men can suffer from the same. However, the focus is on women since that is where the problem is most rampant. Various screening methods for breast cancer are available for women. Various diagnoses are available and women are encouraged to utilize these services as often as Continue reading...

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Introduction 3
Literature review 4
History 4
Symtoms and Causes 5
Discussion 5
Summary 6
Conclusion 6

References 7

Abstract
Bronchitis is a disease that impacts the lower respiratory organs causing accumulation of mucus in the bronchial passages. The disease can be acute or chronic according to the extent of its persistence in a patient. This paper does a review of the literature on the chronic disease. It is found that the first instance of the disease identification occurred in 1931 in chickens where the disease impacted the nasal Continue reading...

Infectious Diseases and Public Health: AIDS/HIV

Abstract:
Human immunodeficiency virus infection causes Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. The infection was first discovered in US in the year 1980 and currently the country has a high prevalence with 417 HIV positive individuals for every 100,000 people. Social stigma and discrimination against the affected people is an important factor hindering, public health care efforts, in reaching the patience, providing care and preventing the diseases spread. HIV is comparatively easier to control than other air born infectious diseases and can be prevented by taking suitable precautions. Safe and protected sexual practices and disuse of infected needles and blood can Continue reading...

History is the study of events from the past leading up to the present time; it focuses on the chronology of these developments, their impacts and influences throughout time. The development and evolution of the nursing profession are connected to the historical influences from the ancient times. It is natural that were women were nurses because they are and have been the caregivers during the evolvement of the society and were hence assumed to care naturally for the sick, the injured and the elderly although in some societies medicine were assigned the role of caring for the sick. Nursing Continue reading...

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In the present times, cancer is undoubtedly one of the most dreadful diseases, and the number of people affected by it can be seen to be increasing with every passing day. The diseases in one way or the other are affecting people from all over the world. Several stages of this particular type of cancer are mainly known as stage 1, 2, 3 and 4. There are many other kinds of cancer, which range from breast cancer to prostate cancer, kidney cancer, testis cancer, cervix cancer, leukemia as well as many more.
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Abstract

The paper looks at hepatitis infection, the different viruses and the spread of disease sin U.S. as well as across the world. It discusses how one get infects with hepatitis and the different types of hepatitis. The essay also sheds light on the available treatment options and the precautions to take when dealing with a hepatitis patient. The prime aim is to offer a comprehensive info on hepatitis infections.

Introduction

The ‘hepatitis’ word comes from the Ancient Greek word ‘hepat’, which means liver and in Latin, it means inflammation. In simpler words, hepatitis means injury to the liver that can Continue reading...

Definition of Disease Process: 3

Disease process of HIV 3
Acute infection stage 4
Clinical latency stage 5
AIDS 5
Diagnosis 5
Prognosis 6
Treatment 6
Signs and Symptoms 6
Nursing Diagnosis 7
Immune System 7
Integumentary System 8
Respiratory System 8
Nervous System 9
GI System 9
Endocrine System 9
Urinary System 10
Cardiovascular System 10
Reproductive System 10
Musculoskeletal System 11
Conclusion 11

Works cited 12

Definition of Disease Process:
Disease process of HIV
Human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV) causes one of the most severe deficiency disorders affecting the immune system. HIV positive person has AIDS or Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. If the HIV is treated at Continue reading...

INTRODUCTION

The Human Immunodeficiency Virus, of HIV, is a deadly infectious disease that only human can contract and has become an epidemic according to several medical experts. Because it is an immunodeficiency disease, HIV profoundly weakens the immune system of the human by destroying significant cells that are meant to combat infection and disease (CDC, 2014). As such, if a person has a deficient immune system than they are vulnerable disease. As a virus, HIV takes a hold of a person by reproducing itself and seizing a person’s body. Like many other viruses, HIV often manifests itself first as Continue reading...

Analysis and Synthesis of Prior Research – Legal, Ethical, and Cultural Environment Impacts on the Healthcare System of Africa

Patient healthcare has for years been a source of debate for international communities. Social science has been aiming to make healthcare accessible to all; however, several legal, ethical, and cultural factors may still be limiting the provision of healthcare in some countries. A long wait before receiving the services, high costs of treatment, or inadequately compensated healthcare workers, may limit the number of patients who receive the desired level of medical attention and treatment. The number of factors affecting the provision of healthcare is enormous but each setting has its own set of issues, the most common one being Continue reading...