What is Lupus by Elizabeth Knight
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks its own tissues and organs. Chronic means that the signs and symptoms usually last longer than six weeks, and can continue for many years. The symptoms can have such a long duration because with lupus the immune system cannot tell […]
What is Muscular Dystrophy? By Jenisis Wilson
Muscular dystrophy also known as MD is grouped in over more than 30 inherited diseases, in which muscle fibers are damaged. Out of the many types of MD, there are nine distinct types of the disease. Symptoms of MD can develop as early as infancy, while others may not surface until adulthood. Myotonic MD is […]
What is Eczema by Ariel Green
Eczema is a skin disease that affects many people. It is a skin disease that causes itchy, dry patches of irritated skin all over the body. The most common places are the face, neck, elbows, wrists, groin, knees and ankles. It is very uncomfortable and can also be very painful particularly on children. Because children […]
Dangers of Hypertension by Melissa Stephens
Hypertension is simply high blood pressure. Blood pressure is measured by systolic pressure over diastolic pressure. A normal blood pressure is less than 120/80. It is measured is millimeters of mercury, a pressure measurement. The top number, systolic, is the pressure in the arteries when a person’s heart contracts. The bottom number, diastolic, is the […]
Microbiology Unknown Lab Report | Bacillus subtilis
UNKNOWN LAB REPORT (Bacillus subtilis) Josie Behr Microbiology Lab Report for Unknown Bacteria Spring 2013 INTRODUCTION: Microorganisms make up not only sixty percent of the earth’s biomass, but also generate over half of the oxygen one breaths each day (Fascinating Facts). Since the earth is made up of mostly microorganisms it is extremely important to […]
CPR Certification Memphis | Healthcare Provider CPR Memphis
Memphis healthcare providers such as nurses, doctors, and dentists need CPR certification to work in contact with patients. Classes must be American Heart Association approved to be accepted by most employers and facilities. Nursing students need to become CPR certified before they can participate in clinicals. Please enjoy this summary of Bacillus subtilis from a […]
Microbiology Unknown | Enterobacter aerogenes | Microbiology Lab Report
UNKNOWN LAB REPORT Microbiology Unknown Rachel Owens Spring 2013 INTRODUCTION Distinguishing between microbes is very significant. Knowing what agent is causing a disease can be vital for determining the accurate treatment for that particular disease. Equally important, is being aware of which microbes are favorable to have and important for homeostasis. The point of this […]
What is Asthma By Michelle Pottgen
What is Asthma? Asthma is a condition that affects ones ability to breath. Asthma can be mildly persistent, moderate, or severe. People with asthma will have airways that will always be inflamed. This means that smooth muscle on the inside of the bronchial tube will become swollen, causing the person not being able to get […]
Bacillus subtilis | Microbiology Unknown Lab Report
Unknown Lab Report Microbiology Unknown Number 113 Kristopher Klein April 30, 2013 BIO: 203, 604 Spring 2013 Introduction: There are numerous reasons for identifying an unknown microbe. Whenever a patient has a bacterial infection, testing must be done in order to find the correct antibiotic to treat them. Before properly assessing and treating the […]