Abstract Cardiovascular diseases are the number one killer of humans worldwide according to the World Health Organization’s Statistics. Cardiovascular diseases are defined as diseases that affect the heart, arteries and veins. The most common reason for CVDs is atherosclerotic plaque buildup in the arteries. This can lead to complications such as Myocardial Infarction, strokes and…
Assessing the Computer Uses In Medicine Medical Essay
Computer uses in medicine There is no doubt that ICT is one of the latest mastered human brain does not stop this development at a certain point or area of life without the other has had this technology a significant impact and contribution of the actors in the health field, particularly in the provision of…
Is Herbal Medicine a Complementary Therapy
“Is herbal medicine a complementary therapy?” Discuss the ways in which herbal medicine is a complementary therapy and draw your own conclusion. Defining complementary therapy and herbal medicine: Complementary: “Combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other or another.” (Oxford Dictionaries) Therapy: “Treatment intended to relieve or heal…
Child Abuse and Neglect (CAN) Research Proposal
SYNOPSIS Child abuse and neglect (CAN) is a serious public health problem and occurs in varying proportions or magnitudes, resulting from burden imposed on children by parents or adults. Most adults often impose their wishes on children without any recourse on their feelings. This flagrant (deliberate) imposition more often than not instilled so much fear…
History of Gout Research
Hyperuricemia is a biochemical defect distinguished by Serum uric acid (sUA) level greater than 6.8mg/dl (Sunkureddi et al . 2006). In majority of cases (90%), hyperuricemia arise due to reduced excretion of uric acid by kidneys, whereas in residual cases (10%), there is enlarged production of uric acid (Canella et al . 2005). . Gout…
Literature Review on Improving Cardiovascular Health With Statins
Introduction The increasing levels of acuity in current healthcare delivery requires continuous research to unearth the best evidence in improving patients care. Nurses have a central role in evidence-based practice as they tend to be key drivers of the various findings that result from various research. As researches continue to find better ways of improving…
Oral Health Problems In Children Health And Social Care Essay
Dental caries is the most common oral health problem in children. It is not a new phenomenon in children. Dental caries can arise in early childhood as an aggressive tooth decay that affects the primary teeth of infants and toddlers. Caries constitutes the single most common chronic disease of childhood, affecting as many as 40-50%…
Analysis of Nursing Ideologies: Leg Ulcers and COPD Case
Professional Studies Essay The aim of this essay is to address various professional nursing ideologies and how they can be applied to nursing practice. This will be undertaken in order to assess the author’s knowledge and understanding of the various themes of the Professional Studies module. In order to assess knowledge and understanding this essay…
Increasing Physical Activity to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a significant public health issue; it constitutes the major cause of death and disability globally. 1 The burden of this disease is significantly associated with societal concern. 1 Cardiovascular disease is very much affected by geographical area depending on the environment, economic, social and personal behavior (such as physical inactivity, smoking,…
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
Introduction Knee injuries are very common in sports; understanding mechanism of injury is an important aspect for diagnosing and managing them effectively (Webb and Corry, 2000; Bahr and Krosshaug, 2005). While making a precise diagnosis, it is necessary to re-evaluate the knee at different stages since acute examination of injury is often difficult and might…