Category: Health & Medicine 13691
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High Mortality Rates in Peru
Introduction: Peru The mortality rate is an indicator of the population health within a country. It provides the first cue for the situation of the health care system and allows identifying possible inequalities among different social groups. The choice of illustrating the case of Peru stems from cultural, professional, and personal factors. Peru is a…
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The Impact of Hantavirus and Tularemia in the Community
Hantaviruses are a group of viral infections that are disseminated by rodents. Two main categories of the virus are the “New World” strains found in the Americas and the “Old World” type that is common in Europe and Asia. The former type causes hantavirus pulmonary symptoms (HPS), whereas the latter results in hemorrhagic fever with…
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Trauma Intervention Programs (Group and Telehealth)
Introduction Intervention programs are intended to offer certain demographic tools and skills to cope with their conditions. While trauma is not a condition in itself, it correlates with several mental health problems that hinder one’s well-being. There are two perspectives to be considered when it comes to such outcomes. On the one hand, trauma is…
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Locating Credible Databases and Research Assignment
The case for the evidence-based research is a 23-year-old female patient with spine osteoporosis, a diagnosis that is not common for that age. As a baccalaureate-prepared nurse supervising clinical staff nurses, I would need to explain that evidence-based practice is required to determine the correct treatment. First of all, I would ask the nurses if…
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Pro BRCA1/2 Screening: Care Standard for Women
The relation of BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes’ mutation to the development of cancer is now actively studied by scholars in many countries of the world. The detection of a declined development of these genes might be a useful tool to prevent mortality caused by cancer. In spite of the relatively new ideas of such mutations’…
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Care Provision for Vulnerable Populations
In working with vulnerable population, it becomes necessary to promote the health, happiness, and openness of the human experience for the client. The changes that want to be observed include an adjustment in dietary preferences, stress management and exercise. Throughout the endeavor, the first consideration is ensuring that the subject of the discussion has a…
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Importance of Parity of Esteem
The parity of esteem signifies the importance of placing equal value on mental and physical health. While the concept employs several purposes, its primary function is to promote equal access to healthcare services for individuals with complex mental health needs that reflect those that are provided for individuals with physical health needs (Sandford, 2021). Research…
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“The E-Cig Quandary” by Blanding
The most expedient thing about the article written by Blanding (2020) was that there is a great deal of ambiguity covering the usage of e-cigarettes. Despite the concurrent exposure to numerous health risks and benefits, many researchers seem to question the mostly negative impact of e-cigarettes and claim that proper controls could help prevent unhealthy…
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Psoriasis Diagnosis and Evaluation
Table of Contents Psoriasis Contact Dermatitis Eczema Final Diagnosis Plan/Therapeutics Evaluation of Patient Encounter (Self Assessment) References Psoriasis Psoriasis is a disease characterized by red itchy patches on such places of one’s body as elbows, knees, back, face, head, feet, and palms (MedlinePlus, 2017b). Patches of thick red skin can appear in other areas of…
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Tobacco Regulation: Policy Analysis
Table of Contents Background Analysis Recommendations Discussion Conclusion References Tobacco regulation is an important and challenging policy topic that must balance the health and interests of smokers. The purpose of this analysis is to focus on the impact of tobacco regulation on public and social health. It is significant because tobacco and smoking are strong…