As an example of Echinacea’s anti-inflammation properties, the aforementioned species, E. purpurea, has demonstrated the ability to treat acne. In a lab experiment, it was able to inhibit the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines by the acne-causing Propionibacterium (Sharma et al., 2011). This finding is reinforced by a previous study in which Propionibacterium was found to be extremely sensitive to extracts of Echinacea (Sharma et al., 2008). In addition, E. purpurea may have potential use in treating the inflammation of the cervix. A common yet serious effect of this inflammation is preterm child birth, and current treatments are considered unsafe.
After improved understanding of the causes of disease there was understanding that you could cure a disease. Behring used this and Koch’s work to isolate anti toxins that would otherwise ,harm the body, to fight Diphtheria, Behring then found a way to inject it. Paul Ehrlich ( a member of Koch’s team) used his team to build on this work , he knew that certain dyes stained specific microbes (Koch’s work) furthermore with Behring’s work Paul tres to find a cure for syphillis a “magic bullet” that would only target the microbes and not the body. He managed to research seven years which was only made possible because of government funds. In 1909 Dr Hata had joined the research team and he reviewed the previous experiments.
Today, I’m going to be discussing the biological approach to treating phobic disorders, quite obviously in this method of treating these disorders, there are two types of chemotherapy (drugs) which are used. Firstly, anti-anxiety drugs are one of the two drugs which are prescribed to patients suffering with the disorders. Benzodiazepines are quite commonly used to help relieve symptoms of anxiety. Benzodiazepines work by slowing down activity of the central nervous system by acting as a ligand for GABA(a) receptors mimicking the response of the release of GABA in the brain causing similar effects of calmness/ decreased agitation and mild sedation through decreased excitatbility and reduced communication between neurons. Kahn et al (1986) supported the use of benzodiazepines and found that they were more effective than a placebo treatment in relieving anxiety.
The oral polio vaccine, developed in 1957 by Albert Sabin through attenuation, and the injected polio vaccine, developed in 1952 by Jonas Salk, assisted in the global effort against polio. The effort involved mass vaccination programs of the population, preventing spread and occurrence of polio. The two vaccines eradicated
The purposes of this research paper are to evaluate the in-depth pros and cons of the use of vaccines in humans and animals around the world. A vaccine is a substance that is used to help humans and animals fight against pathogens and disease-causing germs (Konkel, 2017). Vaccinations can be both beneficial to saving human and animal lives and may also cause unwanted side effects and disabilities themselves (Fisher, 2017). In 1796, a doctor named Edward Jenner created the first vaccine on humans, to stop the spread of smallpox disease. Small pox is a disease caused by the variola virus, symptoms include fever, rash of skin that can leave permanent scars, and even death (CDC, 2016).
Methotrexate, Chemo Therapy Medication Annmarie Wallace Monroe College Professor, Morris 9/28/2012 In this research paper, I will be talking about a medicine named Methotrexate. Methotrexate has been used in the United States since 1953; it has been approved by the FDA to treat certain types of cancers. Since then, Medical researchers have discovered other important uses for this drug. Some of the important uses are Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and termination of pregnancy. This medicine works by making the immune system less active and suppressing the blood cells that cause inflammation.
The article Management of Cocaine-Associated Chest Pain and Myocardial Infarction : A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association Acute Cardiac Care Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology (Circulation. 2008), impresses the importance of ascertaining whether the patient has been using cocaine in connection with reported chest pain because the therapeutic interventions will be completely different. If the patient fails to self-report drug use it is important to use diagnostic testing, such as a urine analysis, to determine the presence of cocaine. Patients with cocaine-associated chest pain, unstable angina,or MI should be treated similarly to those with ACS, with some exceptions. Unlike patients with ACS unrelated to cocaine use, cocaine users should be provided with intravenous benzodiazepines as early management.
Education is essential for effective treatment to this population. The goal of Buprenorphine/Naloxone therapy in the treatment of opioid addiction is to prevent withdrawal symptoms and to suppress the cravings for opioids. Beginning in October of 2002, physicians who take a sanctioned course can prescribe Buprenorphine/Naloxone as a sublingual tablet for opioid addiction from a private office rather than a treatment center therefore reducing the social stigma associated with the addict. This increases the accessibility for the patient. As with any addiction, removing the drug and its withdrawal symptoms only treats the physical effects of the disease.
Infection Control in Healthcare Settings As the new medical director of Tulsa Central Hospital, I will be implementing new hospital hygiene measures to reduce acquired infections. Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) are infections transmitted to patients (and healthcare workers) as a result of healthcare procedures, in hospital and other healthcare settings. Recent years have seen an increase in the awareness of HCAIs, in particular those caused by antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs'. Scientists are developing a revolutionary hand hygiene technique which could have a major impact on the health of our hospitals. The new technology being researched by Bath-based Creo Medical promises to boost cleanliness by providing swift, thorough, hand sterilization without the need for scrubbing with soaps and gels.
Working with others to plan and implement projects to improve health and well-being. This assignment aims to demonstrate how the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse can impact on a campaign to improve the uptake of the influenza vaccination among healthcare workers. Although current UK policy recommends the vaccination of all Healthcare workers to reduce the spread of seasonal influenza and its impact on NHS services, the scheme is voluntary and uptake of the vaccine remains low. A campaign introduced in 2011 contributed to a slight rise in the uptake of the vaccine and is being run again over the winter period 2012/2013. Research however suggests that the way to gain a significant increase in uptake is to consider making vaccination mandatory.