Category: Disease

  • Drugs for Neglected Disease Initiative

    It is estimated that more than a billion people around the world suffer from neglected diseases. Those affected the most are the poorest, living in conflict zones, urban fringes or isolated rural areas. According to DNDi Africa (2018), their needs are not a priority for policymakers, pharmaceutical organizations, or research and development (R&D) establishments. Consequently,…

  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases in the US Society

    Table of Contents Introduction Subjective Data Objective Data Assessment Plan of Care Evaluation of Priority Diagnosis Facilitators and Barriers Conclusion References Introduction Sexually transmitted diseases in general and chlamydial infection, in particular, are a serious threat to the U. S. nation’s health. Although there are many ways to treat some of the most common conditions,…

  • The Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and its Burden on Society

    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (briefly COPD) is a health issue that is widespread globally. It is the result of long-lasting bronchial inflammation, which is manifested by impaired bronchial patency (obstruction) and a change in the structure of pulmonary tissue (“COPD,” n.d.). The disease is manifested by a cough of varying degrees of severity and increasing…

  • Epidemiologic Methods in the Study of Infectious Diseases

    Table of Contents Introduction Review of Literature Conclusion References Introduction Epidemiologic methods refer to various concepts applicable in finding the causes of illnesses and other health issues in a population. An infectious disease can be transmitted to other organisms upon their exposure to the host. Movement from one host to another relies on the theory…

  • Hospital-Acquired Diseases & Hand Hygiene Studies

    In medicine, research, experiments, and surveys are regularly conducted and serve as excellent tools for the development of new treatment methods, understanding patients’ needs, concerns, and so on. It also helps healthcare professionals to evaluate the effectiveness of new medications and medical procedures. One of the ways to conduct successful research is the so-called PICOT…

  • Chronic Diseases’ Effects on Emotional & Social States

    Many people are diagnosed with various illnesses, and often those conditions are chronic. A significant number of people across the US face long-standing diseases, which are associated with different factors, including education, lifestyle, mental health, and family history (Hayes & Gillian, 2020). Chronic illnesses can have damaging effects on a person’s emotional and social states…

  • Hospital-Acquired Diseases & Hand Hygiene Studies

    In medicine, research, experiments, and surveys are regularly conducted and serve as excellent tools for the development of new treatment methods, understanding patients’ needs, concerns, and so on. It also helps healthcare professionals to evaluate the effectiveness of new medications and medical procedures. One of the ways to conduct successful research is the so-called PICOT…

  • Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone Mechanism in Terms of Disease Prevention

    Clinical investigations into the use of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitors to slow the effects of diabetic nephropathy and the subsequent use of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) to reduce the progressive decay of GFR in Chronic kidney disease (CKD) to treat diabetes mellitus type 1 and type 2 have shown significant progress (Turner, Bauer, Abramowitz,…

  • Tuberculosis as an Infectious Disease

    Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease because it spreads through tiny droplets when released through coughs and sneezes. TB is caused by mycobacterium tuberculosis, a human pathogen with a significant global impact. Mycobacterium Bovis is a cattle pathogen that causes bovine tuberculosis when humans consume contaminated food or milk (Moule & Cirillo, 2020). Mycobacterium tuberculosis…

  • Herpes Zoster: Disease Features and Prevention Strategies

    Herpes zoster (also known as shingles) is a disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It is characterized by a rash that reveals in the shape of a band or belt. The following questions will help to disclose the peculiarities of this illness and the prevention strategies. Is there a particular reason for some people to…