Essays and Research Papers on Medical Issues

A 12 page discussion of the marketing employed by GlaxoSmithKline and Pfizer in marketing these two popular drugs. This paper addresses the factors that determine marketing design and consumer purchasing behavior. The lack of information regarding potential adverse side effects in most of these ads is illuminated. Bibliography lists 6 sources. ...

A 10 page paper that begins by reporting the prevalence of asthma and the contradictions between the symptoms patients report and their perception of how well they are controlling this disease. The essay discusses triggers, allergens and irritants, the typical treatment, the latest research connecting stress to asthma attacks and ideas for how patients and ...

This 5 page paper examines the debate but focuses on one article written for Time Magazine. Various points are made concerning ethics and whether or not a cure is near. The Michael J. Fox controversy is noted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page research paper that discusses the ethics in a hypothetical scenario that involves an elderly incompetent woman and conflicts of interest in her family's decision-making ability and in the situation of the surgeon who says that amputation of her feet for gangrene is required to save her life. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper takes as its hypothesis the idea that second hand smoke increases the risk of physical illness in those exposed to it. It discusses reports that support this hypothesis, but also explains the research process used to obtain the findings. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 89 page paper is a comprehensive in-depth review examining the literature concerning maternal mortality in Sub-Sahara Africa with specific attention to two countries with poor maternal mortality rates; Chad and Burkina Faso, and two countries where the rate has been improved; Botswana and South Africa. The papers starts by examining the extent of the ...

A 5 page paper which examines the Doctrine of Conformed Consent. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page definition of complimentary, alternative and integrative medicine (CAM). This paper addresses the factors that have promoted the popularity and use of CAM as well as the factors that hinder its acceptance. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page paper examines some of the substances that cause allergies, the link between stress and allergies, and treatments. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses hypovolemic shock and why it relates to nursing in particular. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page description of this bacteria and the problems it presents in regard to infection control. Details the way this bacteria has developed antibiotic resistance and emphasizes the importance of personal and facility hygiene in prevention its spread. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 5 page paper examines diabetes and how dietary factors play a role. Both Type I and Type II are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

Malaria is responsible for millions of deaths each year. This 9 page paper examines the potential of geographic information systems (GIS)in the fight against malaria and its potential to help eradicate the disease. The paper examines how and why GIS can help, how it is being used and potential benefits as well as the barriers ...

5 pages in length. To witness someone in the midst of an epileptic seizure is to understand how truly helpless one can be to help another in need. The extent to which epilepsy places tremendous vulnerability upon the victim and bystanders alike is both grand and far-reaching; that guiding a person through a ...

This 25 page paper provides an overview of the use of trauma registry databases and the impacts on the treatment of patients, allocation of resources and development of public planning. Bibliography lists 30 sources.

This 8 page paper explores cleft palate, its symptoms and treatment options, and the role of the speech-language therapist in that treatment. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 5 page research paper that discusses the proper disposal of sharps. The generic term of "sharps" covers many types of sharp blades or needles that are associated with healthcare treatment regimes. For example, lancets and lancing devices are used in diabetic care in order to obtain blood samples for glucose monitoring (Lancing devices, 2006). ...

This 7 page paper makes a good argument for euthanasia. It draws on the idea of religious freedom and explains why others' objections are irrelevant. Examples, analogies and evidence is provided to show why euthanasia should be legal. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses lung cancer: its etiology, pathophysiology, medical management, nursing interventions and patient education. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of existing research about the benefits of the use of CT scans as a diagnostic tool, especially in comparison to traditional radiology. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page research paper that offers discussion of various scenarios in which the techniques of mind-body medicine are utilized. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the use of CPOE (electronic order entry systems for physicians) and introduces 10 direct quotes affirming the use and 10 direct quotes negating the use. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the disease called Rosacea (sometimes spelled Rosecea). This paper reports the basics of the disease and the treatment options. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses medical imaging and how it is used in the diagnosis of cancer; it also considers radiation as a cancer treatment. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper which defines Crohn’s Disease by examining its origins, symptoms, and analyzes various treatment alternatives. Bibliography lists 2 sources.