Medical Resources

• Florence Nightingale -Nursing Pioneer
  

  Florence Nightingale spent her life in service to the sick and the wounded. Born into an affluent family, she rejected the usual path that upper class Victorian women took at that time and followed her own heart. read more

• How the Body Works
  

  The human body is a complex organism made up of many systems that work together. The specific sciences that study the body are called anatomy and physiology. read more

• Medical Quick Reference Guide
  

  There are many reasons that people choose to use the Internet for their medical searches. Perhaps their child has a common illness that they would like to read more about, or they are considering the effects of vaccinations. read more

• Medical Herpetology and Snake Bite Resources
  

  Snakes, frogs, turtles, and toads are just a few of the animals that are studied by medical herpetologists. The characteristics and behaviors of venomous reptiles and amphibians are of special interest to these scientists. read more

• Emergency Resources Online
  

  Emergencies occur every day, and you never know when you will be in one. This may include injuries from household accidents, fires, work-related accidents, car wrecks, and more. Knowing what to do in an emergency may be the key to saving yours or someone else's life. read more

• Diseases in the Olden Days
  

  Some of the most damaging and horrific diseases that plagued people in the olden days are now thankfully eradicated. Many are still around today, however simple medicines can help cure a simple ailment that would of killed a person centuries ago.read more

• Harriet Tubman: Slave, Nurse & Humanitarian
  

  Harriet Tubman is one of the most famous former slaves that lived in the United States in the 1800's. She was born into slavery in 1820 in Dorchester County , Maryland. Over the course of her life she was a slave, spy, nurse, abolitionist and humanitarian, and is considered one of the most fascinating figures in history .read more

• All About ADD
  

  Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is a group of symptoms that affect a person's ability to concentrate or focus. It is a biological, brain-based condition characterized by poor attention span, hyperactivity, and distractibility. It is also known as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD. read more

• The Life of Walt Whitman
  

  Born on May 31, 1819 in West Hills, Town of Huntington on Long Island, New York, Walt Whitman is probably recognized as one of the most famous poets in American history. However, in addition to his work as a poet, Whitman was also a journalist, teacher, government clerk and a volunteer nurse during the Civil War. read more

• A History of the Optical Microscope
  

  An optical microscope, also called a 'Light Microscope', is an instrument that is used to observe micro samples. It works by utilizing visible light and a number of lenses, which are strategically placed to enable a small sample to be magnified.read more

• HIPPA Facts and Standards
  

  Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 is to protect the privacy of patients' health care information. Each time a patient sees a Doctor, or sends a claim to a health plan, a record is made of their confidential health information.read more

• Bipolar Disorder Resources on the Web
  

  Bipolar disorder is also known as manic depression. The two terms are interchangeable, though most professionals now use bipolar rather than manic depression.read more

• Depression Can Be Conquered - A List of Web Resources
  

  Depression is a serious medical condition that requires treatment, just like any other. Treatment does take time, and in the meantime it can be difficult to understand and get through. Many people are depressed and don't know it; they think that the way they feel is normal, when that is not the case. read more

• The Facts About Mad Cow Disease
  

  Mad cow disease is a fatal and infectious condition that occurs in the brain of cows, as well as other animals such as sheep and goats. read more

• Allergy Induced Autism
  

  An estimated 1 out of 150 children will be affected by autism. Autism normally presents itself in the first three years of life. This is a neurological disorder that causes developmental disabilities. Autism affects the normal functioning of the brain in the areas of social behavior and leisure/play activities. read more

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Courtesy of the NIMH
  

  Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), one of the anxiety disorders, is a potentially disabling condition that can persist throughout a person's life. The individual who suffers from OCD becomes trapped in a pattern of repetitive thoughts and behaviors that are senseless and distressing but extremely difficult to overcome. read more

• Chronic Pain Relief
  

  What is chronic pain? Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts more than three months and does not serve as a warning of physical illness or injury. Pain is usually the body's way of indicating that something is wrong. read more

• Children and Secondhand Smoke
  

  Nowadays, many children are being exposed to secondhand smoke, which will increase the chances of occurrences of various health problems, such as ear and respiratory infections, and even asthma. read more

• Trauma Information
  

  Many traumatic events happen everyday, and everyone is bound to have something happen to them at one point or another. Trauma can lead to stress, illness and symptoms that need medical attention to deal with. What is Emotional Trauma? read more

• Medical Training and SIS
  

  SIS (Spinal Injuries of Scotland) was founded in 1960. SIS was originally called the Scottish Paraplegic Association. The Scottish Paraplegic Association focused on sports related injuries. read more

• Dwarfism FAQ's
  

  Dwarfism is a medical condition that is not fully understood by the public at large. In fact, dwarfs, or "little people", are sometimes made fun of and portrayed in an unflattering way in the entertainment world. read more

• Online Women's Reproductive Health Resources
  

  Credible resources on women's reproductive health are available in many forms. read more

• The History of the Lobotomy
  

  Lobotomy is defined as a type of brain surgery that involves the removal of a portion of the brain.read more

• A Guide to Natural Poisoning
  

  Nursing schools don't often teach about poisonous plants and animals, but perhaps they should. There are actually a number of different plants and animals that are toxic to humans and these go beyond the basic snakes.read more

• Melatonin Use for Sleep Deprived Autism
  

  In a recent study of children with an autism spectrum disorder, it was found that supplementing with an over the counter melatonin supplement helped the sleep problems that many children face with this disorder.read more

• Problems in the History of Childbirth
  

  While childbirth is a natural part of life, problems have existed since the beginning of time.read more

• Determining Your Breast Cancer Risk
  

  Treatment for breast cancer , if the condition is caught early enough, has a very high success rate. Understanding your risk factors will help you be vigilant in getting the tests you need early enough for a successful early diagnosis. read more

• All About Autism Spectrum Disorders
  

  Autism spectrum disorders is a medical term for children who suffer from autistic developmental disabilities. Symptoms range from mild to quite severe. In general, these symptoms include poor social behaviors such as not wanting to be touched and avoiding eye contact.read more

• The Women and Minorities of Science and Engineering
  

  Women and minorities have a lot of different career options and schools open to them, from four-year universities to biomedical technician schools. Throughout the years the popularity of science and engineering programs of study have increased quite a bit. read more

• Magnesium Deficiency
  

  A study has shown that drinking water with higher levels of calcium and magnesium lowers risk of cardiovascular disease. The study was conducted in Sweden by testing the calcium and magnesium levels in water from several municipalities. read more

• How to Deal with Performance Anxiety
  

  Performance anxiety is something that affects people in all walks of life. Some estimates suggest that as many as 75 percent of all people have some fear of being in crowds or of being watched at their jobs. read more

• Applied Anthropology links
  

  Applied Anthropology is a branch of social science that focuses on finding solutions to contemporary social problems. Applied Anthropologists often work with development agencies, nongovernmental organizations, tribal and ethnic associations, special interest groups, social-service and educational agencies. read more

• Meniere's Disease
  

  First recognized by a French physician named Prosper Meniere, Meniere’s Disease is an inner ear disorder, characterized by hearing loss and a lack of balance. Sufferers may suddenly experience vertigo and fall to the ground. The exact cause of Meniere’s Disease is unknown. read more

• All About Lead Poisoning
  

  Lead poisoning is caused when increased levels of lead enter into the bloodstream. Lead is a very toxic material, and can be deadly or cause serious brain damage and other health problems if ingested in large enough quantities or if it is exposed to the body for a very long period of time.read more

• A Complete Guide to Stem Cells
  

  Stem cells are cells inside of every living being. They are, basically, the cells where things begin. Stem cells assist with growth and healing. They can divide into multiple cells that become specialized cells inside the body. Stem cells have the potential to cure diseases and injuries.read more

• Learn CPR
  

  Every day around the world, CPR is used to save lives. CPR has been used to save the lives of children who have swallowed something accidentally or gotten into a pool when they don't know how to swim and even the lives of adults suffering from an asthma attack or a heart attack.read more

• Chronic Lung Diseases
  

  Chronic lung diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and cystic fibrosis are widespread but have a variety of causes. A child’s asthma may be genetic, or it could be caused by a smoking parent. Some children are born with cystic fibrosis, and some adults bring on lung disease through their life choices.read more

• Huntington's Disease
  

  Huntington disease is an incurable disease that causes loss of brain and spinal cells. The disease effects muscle mobility and psychological process. Although the Huntington gene exists in all human DNA, the mutation of the gene is what causes the disease. Genetics disposition increases a person's probability in inheriting this disease.read more

• The History of Army Nurses
  

  Major General Horatiao Gates told George Washington that his wounded men were suffering without the attention only a caring woman could give. The Commander in chief, George Washington, requested of congress a matron who would supervise the women, and for nurses to attend the sick and do what the matron ordered.read more

• Medication Error Resource
  

  Medication error accounts for over 1.5 million hospital adverse drug events in the United States. Adverse drug events or ADEs are injuries resulting from errors in the administration of prescribed medication due to many factors.read more

• Various Medical FAQs & Resources
  

  An allergy is actually an immune system disorder. An allergic reaction is the activation of specific white blood cells by antibodies that detect foreign objects. This is a response to normally harmless substances such as bee stings, pollen, or certain foods.read more

• Career paths for biology Majors
  

  A question you might have found yourself asking is, What can I do with a degree in biology? Find your answer here.read more

• What was medicine like during the Civil War?
  

  The Civil War was fought between the years of 1861-1865. It was mainly over the issue of slavery. The Union states in the northern parts of the United States were opposed to it. The southern states, also known as the Confederacy, were pro-slavery.read more

• Is Eating Fish Harmful To Pregnant Women?
  

  Fish is a very nutritious food. The Omega-3 fatty acids found in some fish can help protect against heart diseases and reduce the risk of cancer, relieve inflammatory diseases, and reduce the probability of developing arthritis. For pregnant women, there are certain risks associated with eating fish.read more

• Stress Management Information
  

  Stress is something that affects everyone. Everybody has their individual "stressors" that can be controlled. In order to manage extreme stress, these individual stressors need to be identified. This article can help indentify stressors and includes stress tests to find your stress level. read more

• Important Women in Science
  

  Marie Curie is one of the most famous women scientists in history, but several women have made many important contributions to the world of science. read more

• Plant and Animal Cell Tutorials
  

  Cells are the smallest living part of all living organisms, including plants and animals. Like the body, cells are made up of many parts that are dependent upon one another to function successfully.read more

• Static Electromagnetic Fields Effects On Your Health
  

  Electromagnetic fields are found everywhere but cannot be seen. The earth has a natural magnetic field to maintain a directional orientation while revolving, and electric fields are present in the atmosphere.read more

• Primary Care Clinical Practice Guidelines
  

  The purpose of Primary Care Guidelines are to act as a guideline for standard patient care. When a patient needs treatment choices must be imposed by the skill of the health care professional.read more

• All about Donating and Receiving Blood
  

  Every year about 45 million citizens receive blood transfusions to save their lives. Every 3 seconds there is a person in the USA that needs a life saving transfusion.read more

• Careers in Anthropology
  

  Career Guide for Those Entering the Anthropology Field.read more

• Hypermedia Clinical Practice Guidelines for Cancer Pain
  

  One of the overwhelming concerns for health care professionals who treat cancer patients is pain management. Issues include prescribing appropriate and effective medications and calculating the proper drug dosages.read more

• Beginners Guide to Molecular Biology
  

  It is generally accepted that for something to be considered alive it must demonstrate each of the following characteristics: Movement, Reproduction, Consumption, Growth, Organization, and Stimulus Response.read more

• Complete Science Timeline
  

  From simplest discovery to the most austere theory, scientific thinking has kept man occupied forever. Each new advance generates still more ideas, questions, and mysteries to be solved. Some of the most common items taken for granted today were once cutting edge technology.read more

• Comprehensive Resource for Cell Biology
  

  Ever since Robert Hooke peered at a sliver of cork through a microscope in 1665 and discovered its pores, the accumulation of knowledge about the fundamental unit of life has grown exponentially.read more

• A Complete Glossary for Immunology
  

  Immunology is the study of the immune system and all of its organisms. It deals with all aspects in health and science related fields including diseases and disorders of the immune system, physiological functioning, as well as malfunctions and characteristics. read more

• The Facts on Endometriosis
  

  Endometriosis is a common chronic condition found in women of childbearing age. It is estimated that 5.5 million women in the United States suffer from this illness. It is the abnormal growth of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus.read more

• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder FAQ
  

  Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that can develop after exposure to a terrifying event or ordeal in which grave physical harm occurred or was threatened.read more

• Biology Fun for Kids
  

  Biology is the science of life, and biologists are the scientists who study it. Biologists look at the way living things grow, behave, interact with one another, and change over time.read more

• A Guide to Foodborne Pathogenic Microorganisms and Natural Toxins
  

  Microorganisms are invisible to the human eye, but it takes just a few microbes to multiply and wreak havoc on the human body. Normally, substandard food preparation or poor kitchen conditions are the main culprits that help spawn and spread disease-causing bacteria such as salmonella or E. coli. The most common types of pathogenic agents include pathogenic bacteria, enterovirulent Ecoli group, parasitic protozoa and worms, viruses, natural toxins, and other pathogenic agents. Here you will find valuable resources about education and prevention of bacteria and natural toxins.read more

• Asthma Resource Center
  

  Asthma is a common chronic inflammatory disease that affects millions of people worldwide. The disease is characterized by recurring symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, tightness in the chest, and shortness of breath. The symptoms can be different for each affected person and may vary in intensity from light to severe symptoms that may cause death. Discovering which allergens trigger your specific asthma can help to keep the condition under control. Here you will find the ultimate comprehensive resource list all about asthma.read more

• Comprehensive Resource for Emergency Response Management
  

  When you face an emergency, the best thing you can do is to be prepared informed. Natural disasters can happen at any time to any one and with little or no warning. And natural disasters aren’t the only disasters that exist. As well as tornados, earthquakes, and floods; human-created dilemmas and terrorism are major threats to our safety. In order to be prepared and protected, here is a list of resources for the U.S Federal government management system and a listing for each state. Find out your state's emergency program along with statistics and other important resources.read more

• Exploring the Human Heart
  

  The heart is the hardest working muscle in the body. It serves as the home base for the circulatory system which carries blood to every part of the body. The heart is, without a doubt, the lifeline of the human body. Look at the following resources to learn more about the anatomy of the heart, its function within our bodies, how to keep it healthy, how monitor it throughout life, and what types of conditions and diseases can effect it.read more

• Pneumonia Information Center
  

  Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition that affects the lungs. Typical symptoms include cough, chest pain, fever, and labored breathing. Pneumonia can affect all age groups, but small children and the elderly are especially at risk. In fact, pneumonia was the leading cause of death in the United States until 1936. However, the availability of effective antibiotics since then has reduced pneumonia related deaths significantly. Here you will find a list of resources and information about pneumonia.read more

• All About Watersheds
  

  Useful information on how to adopt a watershed.read more

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