Turner Syndrome It was first described in 1930‚ and first diagnose in 1959. Now a days‚ 1 of 2‚000 females are born with this syndrome. Turner syndrome (also known as TS) is named after the famous endocrinologist Henry Turner‚ who was the first person to described and published any findings about this syndrome. This condition is also known as Bonnevie-Ullrich syndrome‚ Gonadal dysgenesis‚ and Monosomy X. The syndrome is a non-inherited chromosomal condition that only occurs in females. It’s cause
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Turner Syndrome Allie Fitzgerald BIOL 150 11/22/11 Turner syndrome (TS) is a genetic condition in which a female does not have the usual pair of two X chromosomes (“What is TS?”). This condition was named after Dr. Henry Turner‚ who was one of the first researchers to describe the features of Turner’s Syndrome in 1930s. TS occurs in about 1 female out of every 2‚000 female births‚ but is much more common in miscarriages. A diagnosis of TS is made through a karyotype test. This is performed
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When anyone plans on having a baby‚ one of the first things that comes to mind is the hope that the child will be born healthy. It is a perfectly reasonable desire‚ but what happens when the child is born with a neurological disorder? Neurological disorders in infants are a major concern in today’s society and methods of treatment need to be developed further. This paper will discuss some of the most common neurological disorders in newborns as well as touch on some of the rarer‚ but just as
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Noonan Syndrome Nicole Mitchell Dr. Hendricks Principles of Biology 1114 April 19‚ 2013 Mostly everyone in the world has heard of some type of genetic disorder. But most people haven’t even heard or understand about Noonan Syndrome. Noonan syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by distinctive facial features‚ developmental delay‚ learning difficulties‚ short stature‚ congenital heart disease‚ renal anomalies‚ and bleeding difficulties. Noonan syndrome affects a good percent of the world
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PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR SLEEP 1 UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP 1.1 How does sleep contributes to an individual’s wellbeing? Sleep is important for our health and well-being. Extensive research has been done on the effects of sleep. These studies consistently show that sleep plays a vital role in promoting physical health‚ longevity‚ and emotional well-being. This explains why‚ after a good night’s sleep‚ we feel better‚ our thoughts are clearer‚ and our emotions are less fragile. Without
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Vitamins and Minerals General Concepts: * Divided into two major groups: fat soluble and water soluble * fat soluble: A‚ D‚ E‚ K * requirements vary with species‚ size‚ growth rate‚ environment (temperature‚ presence of toxins‚ etc.) and metabolic function (growth‚ stress response‚ disease resistance) * many species can utilize intestinal bacteria synthesis for meeting vitamin requirements Vitamin
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HEALTH GRADE 7 LEARNER’S GUIDE LEARNING MODULE for HEALTH 7 Module 1: GROWING HEALTHY Attaining holistic health should be everybody’s goal. At this point of your life you have many health concerns that need to be addressed. You need to develop all dimensions of your health. You also need coping skills to be able to face the challenges of adolescent life. Correct health information‚ a positive attitude‚ healthy practices and desirable coping skills will help you attain and maintain holistic
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Usain Bolt was born in the simple town of Trelawny Parish on August 21‚ 1983. His father was a grocery store owner‚ and his mother stayed at home and took care of him. At an early age‚ Usain was diagnosed with hyperactivity and scoliosis‚ which is a spine condition where the spine is curved sideways. Bolt is 6’ 5” with black hair‚ and dark brown eyes. He has a brother named Sadiki and a sister named Sherine. He loves local food‚ and considers yams as his driving force. Usain Bolt’s
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Jacuzzi and glass tiles along the white clean cut wall‚ the aquatic area of the therapy center resembles the sparkling violet colored eyes the movie star was known for. Through out her life‚ Elizabeth had many health issues‚ from being born with scoliosis; having two hip replacements‚ back surgery‚ and defeating several forms of cancer‚ it is not hard to see why Ms. Taylor and a few of her late husbands
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Duchenne muscular dystrophy is an inherited disease that is also known as muscle weakness that gets worst after a short period of time. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is caused by defected gene for dystrophy which is a protein in the muscle that is often said to be passed down from generation from family members. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is more common in people without any family history. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is known to only effect guys. Due to the way this gene in inherited‚ girls are not
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