Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is becoming increasingly common in the United States and the rest of the western world. It represents a different methodology towards improving and maintaining health. In addition, it has become increasingly accepted by western physicians, as they recognize that their patients are attempting to be...
Do children with diabetes demonstrate improved psychosocial scores and diabetic control after completing a psycho educational therapy group?Background Diabetes is one of the chronic conditions that are affecting children (McGill et al, 2004). A poor control of glycaemia leads to both short-term and long-term conditions. Therefore, in addition to maximum...
Preterm birth remains a cause for a significant number of infant deaths world wide and to cause a large number of long-term complications. The disorders, for which premature children are at an increased risk include, but are not limited to cerebral palsy, sight and hearing problems, as well as developmental...
Research has revealed that most mental disorders are brought about by a combination of environmental, biological and psychological factors. Mental illness that is linked to abnormal functioning of the nerve cell system or trails that link certain brain areas is said to be biologically caused. There are also rare cases...
Two genetic disorders resulting from autosomal dominant disorders include Huntington Disease and polycystic kidney disease. Huntington Disease affects the brain, causing loss of cognition and uncontrolled movements and emotions (Genetics Home Reference, 2016). The involuntary movements which accompany this condition are known as Huntington’s chorea (Genetics Home Reference, 2016). The...
Malaria is a big problem in the third world countries. The threat posed by malaria is portrayed by the high prevalence rates of the disease. Asia and Africa have the highest incidence rates of the infections. In order to control and mitigate the prevalence of malaria in the society, it...
Life is the most precious gift we have, and this is a gift we only get once. One of the most reliable indicators of our quality of life is our health, which is why it is so important to stay away from smoking. It is hard to imagine another habit...
IntroductionThis paper will discuss the recent news article reporting an outbreak of Tuberculosis (TB) in Minnesota. The article, written by Leahy (2016), details significant concerns surrounding the spread of TB in the city and potential ways in which the disease can be contained. Highlights Leahy (2016) states that 22% of...
Bipolar disorder is defined as a condition in which a patient alternates between periods of mania and periods of depression. Mania is described as an episode of increased energy, decreased need for sleep, possible hallucinations or delusions, and a propensity toward reckless behaviors. The majority of cases of bipolar disorder...
