Introduction to Tinnitus Tinnitus (TIN-i-tus) is noise or ringing in the ears. A common problem‚ tinnitus affects about 1 in 5 people. Tinnitus isn’t a condition itself — it’s a symptom of an underlying condition‚ such as age-related hearing loss‚ ear injury or a circulatory system disorder. Although bothersome‚ tinnitus usually isn’t a sign of something serious. Although it can worsen with age‚ for many people‚ tinnitus can improve with treatment. Treating an identified underlying cause sometimes
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Child Abuse When you read articles over child abuse and see the damage that has been caused and what has become of child abuse in today’s society the result is sickening. Child abuse has become a more common thing in today’s society. The fact that there are people in this world‚ who not only abuse but also neglect their children without consequence‚ because they are not caught‚ is even worse. Thankfully‚ there are many ways today to help save a child who suffers from child abuse. Child protection
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PHILIPPINE COUNTRY REPORT ON CLIMATE CHANGE AND HEALTH EFFECTS Presented By: THEODORA CECILE G. MAGTURO MD. MHA NCDPC-DOH ENGR. JEAN ROSETE EMB-DENR MR. NINIO RELOX PAGASA-DOST DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Republic of the Philippines DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Republic of the Philippines COUNTRY DESCRIPTION •7107 Islands •No land boundaries Taiwan- north Vietnam –west China – northwest Malaysia and Indonesia–South 3 major islands •Luzon •Visayas •Mindanao DEPARTMENT OF
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How diseases affect the lives of humans A disease is an abnormal condition affecting the body of an organism. It is often construed to be a medical condition associated with specific symptoms and signs. It may be caused by external factors‚ Pathogens such as infectious disease‚ or it may be caused by internal dysfunctions‚ such as autoimmune diseases. In humans‚ "disease" is often used more broadly to refer to any condition that causes pain‚ dysfunction‚ distress‚ social problems‚ or death to the
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6 What is meant by “quality of life”? 11 Why should I be concerned about health conditions in other places? 15 How do my friends and family influence my health? 18 What can I do to change an unhealthy habit? 1 The Basics of Healthy Change Objectives ✱ Discuss health in terms of its dimensions and historical‚ current‚ and future perspectives. ✱ Explain the importance of a healthy lifestyle in preventing premature disease and promoting wellness. ✱ Discuss the health
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Perform a Casualty Assessment Introduction On the battlefield‚ rapid systematic assessment of a casualty increases the likelihood that life threatening injuries are identified and prioritized. If life threatening injuries are identified during the assessment‚ life saving treatment and interventions can be initiated immediately. As a review the A-B-C’s are the first step in an initial assessment. This handout outlines assessment techniques and reassessment interventions and how to perform
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Chapter 16 outline * The Reproductive system The gonads or primary sex organs: testes in men‚ and ovaries in women. a. Produce sex cells or gametes‚ and secrete sex hormones Male and female reproductive systems are different. Sex hormones play vital roles both in the development and function of the reproductive organs. Anatomy of the male reproductive system A. Testes Plum-sized and approx. 4cm long and 2.5cm wide Fibrous connective tissue capsules‚ te tunica albuginea surrounds
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ENDOCRINE SYSTEM 1) KNOW ALL OF THE ENDOCRINE GLAND & HOROMONES * Hypothalamus Although it is part of the brain‚ the hypothalamus secretes several hormones and is very closely related to the activity of the endocrine system. * The hormones it secretes are: * Releasing hormones – stimulate the secretion of specific anterior pituitary hormones * Release inhibiting hormones – inhibit the secretion of specific anterior pituitary hormones Pituitary * A small
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Functional Health Patterns Community Assessment Guide Functional Health Pattern (FHP) Template Directions: This FHP template is to be used for organizing community assessment data in preparation for completion of your collaborative learning community (CLC) assignment. Address every bulleted statement in each section with data or rationale for deferral. You may also add additional bullet points if applicable to your community. Value/Belief Pattern • Predominant ethnic and cultural
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Anemia in the United States: the prevalence and treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia‚ Pernicious Anemia‚ Fanconi anemia‚ Sickle Cell anemia‚ and Thalassemia in the United States Abstract This paper will look to compare 5 different types of anemia their evolution‚ the most heavily affected population and their mortality rates. Anemia is the most common blood disorder currently affecting more than 3 million Americans and over 2 billion people globally. Although many cases of anemia are mild‚ it can
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