Essays and Research Papers on Medicine / Mixed issues

5 pages in length. The writer discusses the manner by which homeopathic medicine is not only a proven alternative to conventional methods, but also that it is a very necessary addition to incorporate it into treatment programs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7 page paper looks at the dichotomy of duty and confidentiality when considering the role of professionals in the care of the mentally ill. Issues such as the care and protection of third parties are included in addition to a literary review and an examination of Tarasoff v. Regents Of The University of California. ...

An 11 page paper providing an overview of these two conditions commonly associated with the L5 vertebra. Spondylolysis is most often associated with adolescents, at least in the time that the conditions appear. It is believed that they may affect between five and six percent of the population, and they can lead to chronic back ...

This 5 page paper addresses both sides of the controversy concerning testing of animals. Both pro and con arguments are fully examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page paper which discusses various issues concerning Euthanasia in this country. The paper presents illustrations of situations where the patient is alive, yet not coherent in any way, a situation where the patient died, The paper also discusses the involvement of Jack Kevorkian and different approaches to the subject as can be seen in social conflict theories. ...

2 pages in length. The writer discusses how meiosis is different from mitosis and how meiosis I is different from meiosis II. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

2 pages in length. The writer discusses the activities occurring within mitochondria. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages in length. The history of western medicine has provided for a more conventionally prescribed remedy to combat illness and disease, choosing more invasive surgical procedures and pharmaceutical drugs as its primary treatment options. With the discovery of such lifesaving drugs as penicillin, western medicine has long been the forerunner throughout the ...

This 5 page paper examines the condition of asthma as well as how the respiratory system functions under normal circumstances. Preventative treatments for the disease are explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 14 page paper which discusses various concerns in the medical community in relationship to patients who suffer from mental disorders such as depression. A section is presented which discusses why animals are used in research, why it is important to use animals, and what kind of animals are used and why. Another section details medicinal approaches to the ...

An 11 page overview of the Bacillus anthracis bacteria and its potential for use in biological warfare. Includes a description of the species and its epidemiology and outlines current research on the organism, including the recent development of a vaccine. Emphasizes the importance of the identification of one centralized U.S. Agency who is responsible for responding ...

This 6 page paper looks at the stages of identity development as identified by Erik Erikson, and then applies them to a case stud looking at the influencing factors on a patient who is suffering from cancer at a young age. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 5 page overview of Haemophilus influenzae. Describes the organism from both a taxonomic standpoint and an epidemiological standpoint. Provides recommendations as to the most effective means control. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page overview of the drug class referred to as Beta Blockers. Describes the wide range of applications in which these drugs are used including cardiac applications and opthamologic applications as well as less-commonly thought of applications such as the treatment of migraines. Distinguishes between selective and non-selective beta blockers (including propranolol, ...

A 7 page paper discussing recent gains in research, particularly that addressing the role of sarcoglycans play in the progress and form of the disease. All forms of muscular dystrophy are known to result from genetic defects, including the limb-girdle form. Research has advanced rapidly in recent years, but important questions still remain unanswered. ...

A 6 page overview of the epidemiology of Autoimmune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and approaches to its treatment. Describes the use of saquinavir mesylate as a chemotherapeutic protease inhibitors which inhibits the replication of the HIV virus. Describes the mechanism of this inhibition and relates its effectiveness on viral load. Concludes that a ...

A 9 page paper discussing characteristics of the organism and its ability to cause disease. Though B. cereus food contamination apparently is not a condition against which sufficient protection is possible, it can be managed so that risk of disease from B. cereus food poisoning can be minimized. Most of the cases of food ...

A View of Severe Pharyngitis: This 40 page paper provides an overview of the basic factors related to the presentation of severe pharyngitis, with a focus on the development of symptoms, the presentation, the treatment protocols and the physiological changes that occur. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 29 page paper discussing current research in LGMD, much of which has moved beyond the realm of theory and elementary discovery into that area that enables researchers to create accurate and workable syntheses of mechanisms and pathways that exist. Though research is not required to provide definitive answers in order to be considered valid, ...

A 5 page overview of this insidious disease. The writer discusses the changes in the brain, the symptoms, incidence of the disease, the difficulties of coping, and the feelings experienced by the patient and the loved ones. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7page paper looks at the controversial issue of cloning, including human cloning. The perspective adopted is one of the support for cloning and discusses the benefits it may bring to medical science by way of saving and enhancing lives. The bibliography cites 9 sources and includes may quoted from authoritative sources.

This 5 page paper examines the different risk involved for athletes who chose to take anabolic steroids. The physical and psychological side effects of women, men and children who take these drugs are all discussed. The bibliography cites 9 academic sources.

This 5 page paper explores reasons why adolescent epileptics are more likely to become injured or killed in automobile and water accidents. A combination of factors are to blame. Problems with video gaming are also explored. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 14 page paper provides information about this dreaded syndrome, inclusive of future outlook. Various theories concerning the origin of this disease is explored. Information on the development of an AIDS vaccine is included. Bibliography lists 16 sources.

5 pages in length: This paper reviews the fact that there is an ongoing debate as to whether the unipolar depressive patient responds better to pharmacotherapy or cognitive therapy based treatment. Studies reveal that patients do indeed benefit from a continued treatment of cognitive therapy in treating unipolar depression. Bibliography lists 12 sources. ...