Essays and Research Papers on Disease

This 3 page paper provides an overview of the basic elements of optometry for use in an optometry school admissions essay.

A 5 page paper discussing the state of public health and its future needs in relation to biostatistics and epidemiology, for the purpose of gaining admission into a graduate program. The paper includes statements published both currently and 10 years prior, illustrating that the need has not diminished in the decade between dates of publication. It also ...

A 6 page discussion of tapeworm life cycle and impact to man. This paper provides an overview of tapeworm biology as well as specific information on Taenia saginata, the beef tapeworm which affects both humans and other higher vertebrates such as cattle and pigs and Taenia solium, a tapeworm in which the primary hosts ...

A 5 page discussion of the bacteria found under the genus Salmonella. Includes information on their biology, their method of attack, symptoms and ways to prevent infection. Bibliography lists three sources.

A 5 page paper discussing the biology and effects of E. coli. Bibliography lists three sources.

In a paper of three pages, the author writes about Biology and memory, especially as it relates to memory loss after brain injuries. The author examines three theories for improving memory after serious injuries. There are four sources cited in this paper.

5 pages in length. The role of electron microscopy in the diagnosis if disease has been defined as potentially lifesaving and a significant advancement in the technological advancement of molecular biology. Standard methods of diagnosing viral disease has typically employed the use of conventional diagnostic techniques such as serology and virus isolation, which ...

A 7 page review of the research conducted by Sherwood, Given, Given, et. al. published in a 2005 edition of "Oncology Nursing Forum". Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page overview of the varied impacts to business that an Avian Flu epidemic would result in both domestically and for the world as a whole. The author emphasizes both the direct and indirect impacts of such an epidemic. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 18 page paper examines a variety of risk factors for colorectal cancer. The disease is described. Genetics are discussed. Screening procedures are examined in depth as well as preventive measures one can take to avoid colon cancer. Various risk factors are addressed and the paper concludes that people should be screened for colon cancer ...

A 9 page research paper that discusses disease management programs, with a focus on hypertension. To address the problem of hypertension, healthcare provider systems and health plans have turned to the strategies provided by disease management (DM) programs as a method for improving patient outcomes in hypertension management. This examination of DM programs in regards ...

This 9 page paper looks at the effective prevention and treatment for constipation. The paper starts by looking at the approaches which can be used to prevent constipations and manage the risks. The second part considers a range of treatment options including pharmacological treatment including laxatives and enemas and non pharmacological treatment including lifestyle changes, ...

This 5 page paper discusses how a 13-year old girl could learn to manage her IBS, and what others can do to help her. It also describes the disease and treatment options. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page discussion of the diagnosis of chest pain as it relates to the contentions presented in Blink: The Power of Thinking without Thinking by author Malcolm Gladwell. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper. This essay offers data regarding the number of hospital-acquired infections each year. It also provides a solution that would dramatically decrease that number. The very simple act of cleansing one’s hands would reduce the number of infections. Bibliography lists 3 sources. PG7036344.doc

An 8 page paper. There are many arguments for and against this Act. This essay will provide an argument against the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The essay will explain why this is a bad Act and discuss the ethical issues and Constitutional issues surrounding it. For a proper argument, however, some of ...

A 17 page paper that addresses different issues, including: the social problems behind the passage of this Act; the history of the Act, responsible agencies, elements and goals of the Act, eligibility criteria, targeted populations, limitations, who does not get service, benefits and services available, effectiveness, strengths and weaknesses, and an evaluation of the program. ...

This is a 9 page paper discussing the symptoms, diagnosis, treatments and legal, ethical and cultural considerations in the treatment of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, currently affects over 2 million people in the United States. The disorder consists of a combination of mania, hypomania, and depression. The current edition of ...

An 8 page review of the issues surrounding breast implants. Reviews the popular literature on the subject and addresses why a woman would opt for such a procedure and the potential complications. Included information on the legal cases which have resulted from problems with implants and cautions that it the media which shapes our ...

This 6 page paper discusses the start of the epidemic, the social, legal and biological implications of the disease, and current treatment options. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 15 page paper. This essay traces the history of abortion back to ancient times and reports present arguments, data, the populations that are most affected by this controversy, the many different perspectives regarding abortion, an examination of the policies that affect this issue and whether or not there are any actions or policies ...

A 3 page paper which discusses the importance and significance of Edward Jenner's An Inquiry into the Causes and Effects of the Variolæ Vaccinæ which was written in 1798. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the history of medicine during the nineteenth century. Holistic medicine, the advent of vaccines, and new inventions are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

In 10 pages the author discusses the history, background, pros and cons, and uses of penicillin, with emphasis on the history. Penicillin is the so-called wonder drug of the twentieth century. Because of this drug, many lives have been saved. Although penicillin has a history that is quite rocky, after a ...

A 10 page overview of Ebola, its history and its manifestations. Bibliography lists seven sources.