Essays and Research Papers on Medical Issues

This 5 page paper discusses several different aspects of genetic testing, including who are candidates for screening, discrimination, costs, privacy issues, clinical issues for mutation carriers and ethical and social considerations. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 4 page paper argues in favor of stem cell research, presents opposing views, and refutes them. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper focuses on the past 30 years but goes back much further than that in relaying information about the organization. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper takes the position that paid blood donation should continue to be a reality. The problems with paid blood donation in terms of ethics and safety are duly noted. The myth of the volunteer donor is explored. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page paper that begins with an introduction to a diabetic center and the incidence of diabetes in Britain. The paper discusses the need to hire more counselors and why and identifies the qualifications the counselors will need and what they will be doing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses pathophysiology, etiology, signs/symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatment options as they relate to each syndrome. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the condition of celiac sprue. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper discusses information on cardiovascular drugs found on the web sites WebMD and Medscape. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the ethics and science of genetic testing and counseling. Through an examination of questions provided by a student, this paper explores ethical issues. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at the developments in medicine to come about during this period of time. The importance of germ theory is highlighted. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 6 page paper examines Hepatitis B as a serious disease that affects more than 1 million Americans, with about 140,000 more becoming infected each year. Liver function, viral transmission, and prevention are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 7 page paper discussing various health information careers. Among these are analyst, medical records technician, medical record director, information security officer, information privacy officer and compliance officer. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper that explains what deep brain stimulation is, how the procedure is performed, on whom it is performed, the difference in treatment of Parkinson's and dystonia patients and early results. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

An 18 page overview of the problems inherent in organ transplantation as they relate to supply and demand. A situation has arisen where the rich prey on the poor. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

3 pages in length. Technological advancement has been the cornerstone of man's evolution as a species; from fire and the wheel of centuries ago to the multitude of discoveries in the twentieth century alone, humans have successfully overcome tremendous obstacles that would otherwise limit their progression. To assume these breakthroughs are infinite in ...

This 3 page paper provides an overview of how this group has been instrumental in improving health care quality. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 10 page paper argues that people who abuse animals find ways to justify their actions; it also suggests a link between human and animal abuse. Finally, it argues that there is no reason to continue testing on animals in the hope of curing human disease. Bibliography lists 5 sources

A 3 page paper discussing kinesiology and the spine. Kinesiology also addresses the energy flows that can inhibit proper muscle function, particularly as it is associated with the spine. The goal is to allow the body to heal itself after providing conditions in which that can occur. Bibliography lists 7 sources. ...

A 4 page review of urinary tract infections, their causes, symptoms, and treatments. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at the pharmaceutical industry in the United States of America. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6-page paper discusses advanced directives, living wills and the responsibility of health care providers in these initiatives. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines the condition of cirrhosis of the liver. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 4 page paper provides an overview of the genetic basis of this disease and describes its impacts on individual and families. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper provides an overview of Medicaid eligibility . Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page paper exploring the relationship that exists between Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Bibliography lists 8 sources.