Introduction-Chickenpox is a common childhood skin disease caused by a viral infection called varicella-zoster virus. Chickenpox is less common in the United States due to universal vaccination with the varicella virus vaccine‚ though it still occurs in populations that are not routinely vaccinated. The varicella-zoster virus is similar to herpes simplex virus in many respects. The virus is spread through air droplets or direct contact with active lesions. Most cases of chickenpox arise between the
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It’s Worth a Shot From the time vaccines have been introduced to this point in medical history there has been controversy over the morality‚ ethics‚ effectiveness‚ and safety of receiving vaccines. (Singer.) However‚ the overall effect of vaccines benefits not only the individuals who receive them‚ but the general population as well. Vaccines are a safe and effective method used to prevent a variety of diseases‚ and not getting such vaccinations can put not only the individual‚ but the general population
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Communicable Diseases and Skin Disorders (13 questions) Common terms that are applied to skin lesions: Erythema – A reddened area caused by increased amounts of unoxygenated blood in the dermal vasculature. Ecchymoses (bruises) – Localized red or purple discolorations caused by extravasation of blood into the dermis and subcutaneous tissues Petechiae – Pinpoint‚ tiny‚ and sharp circumscribed spots in the superficial layers of the epidermis Primary lesions- Skin changes produced by a causative
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wears a face mask‚ googles‚ gowns and gloves (CDC‚ 2011). Lastly‚ airborne precautions are implemented if the patient has or may have an illness transmitted through an airborne route. These illnesses are tuberculosis‚ measles‚ chickenpox‚ and herpes zosters (CDC‚ 2011). When interacting with a patient on airborne precautions the personnel must wear an N-95 mask‚ gloves‚ mask‚ and a gown (CDC‚ 2011). It is vital for personnel to identify the illness and take the proper precaution while interacting
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NAME: Upasana Chakraborty UG-1 Mathew Arnold‚ often considered one of the most prolific writers of the late Victorian period‚ established his reputation as a poet of elegiac verse and his poems such as ‘Scholar Gipsy’ and ‘Dover Beach’ are considered classics for their subtitle‚ restrained style and compelling expression of spiritual malaise. Arnold’s poetry can essentially be viewed as a spiritual dilemma which was indeed innately Victorian‚ experienced
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According to WebMD‚ The cause of Chlamydia is the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. This disease is spread by any type of sexual contact.You can get this with an infected person doing oral‚ vaginal‚ or anal sex. Symptoms for females include an abnormal vaginal discharge and a burning sensation when urinating. Males on the other hand have discharge from the penis‚ pain in either testis‚ and a burning sensation when urinating like females. If this disease is left untreated it can go into serious health
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Acupuncture Acupuncture is a traditional Eastern therapeutic technique that uses fine needles‚ inserted into specific points on the body along the meridians in proper speed to achieve a specific therapeutic goal. Acupuncture originated in prehistoric China‚ and it is based on such theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine as treating blockages of Qi‚ yin-yang balancing‚ five elements theory and pulse diagnosis. The functional system of channels and organs uses concepts of yin-yang balancing. Nowadays
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Descriptive Essay Final The downtown metropolis can be a complex place‚ and some may need to become accustomed to it. It is Five O’ Clock in the afternoon. The sun is starting to drag itself lower‚ dimming the landscape‚ leaving a majestic orange on the horizon. The towering structures above leave enormous shadows on the people below. Car horns ring and sirens pulse‚ as the people make haste towards there destinations‚ rushing aggressively as if though it is a race. The end of the work day has
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linking other resources to meet needs that not locally available for the population‚ will be identified‚ including recommendations to expand communities’ programs to close the gaps. Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus that is a member of the herpes virus family. Chickenpox is spread through the air when a person coughs or sneezes and by direct contact with an infected person. Once a person is infected‚ symptoms take 10 to 21 days to be recognized. Symptoms begin with “a
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Chandell Gabler English 099-22-Intro to College Writing 9:05-10:15 am Professor Braxton-Robinson/Professor Sheffield Assignment: Write a Descriptive Essay describing a storm you have witnessed. The storm I witnessed was Hurricane Sandy. When I first heard of the hurricane I thought it wouldn’t be as bad as some people were prediciting‚ but as the storm approached I certainly changed my mind. As we sat in the house it became very real how bad the storm was going to be. It was scary to
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