Biomedical research has increased the longevity of humans over the past century. It has generated a wealth of new discoveries that are improving our health, extending our lives and raising our standard of living. It has transformed our understanding of medical science and has given new ways to prevent, treat and cure disease. Major threats to public health have been significantly reduced. Improvements in the prevention and treatment of illness have also reduced the cost of illness.
How might competition impact the services provided to the patient? How does the improvement upon the resources, tools, and competency of medical staff personnel involve the element of competition? If we were to consider how far modern medicine has evolved within the last several decades, it is obvious that the competition for further improvement has allowed the health care industry to evolve exponentially. The services provided to the patient, the resources available to the patient, the tools utilized during patient treatment, and the level of knowledge and expertise of the medical staff all impact the proficiency and reputation of the health care organization. As a patient we place the utmost faith and fidelity within the hands of those providing treatment, we are entrusting personal information about ourselves with the unanimous understanding that our best interests will always remain a priority, and we expect successful treatment regardless of the reason or purpose for the visit.
Discuss how theory and research in health psychology has been helpful or unhelpful in addressing human problems. As Seeman (1989) stated, “if there is one dominant sub system in its impact on health, it is the cognitive subsystem” (Seeman 1989,p108) ,this in all shows how health psychology has been playing a pivotal role in addressing human health problems to a greater extent, this area of applied psychology is contemporary health issue that why it has been selected because it is a key factor in today’s healthcare and subjective wellbeing sector as it plays a major role in improving the healthcare system and governments approach to health care policies. Marks (2011) describes health psychology as an applied field which relates to the application of psychological knowledge and techniques of health, healthcare systems and illnesses in addressing human health , social and biological problems. (Marks et al, 2011, p11). Because health psychology gives its emphasis to major approaches like the behavioural approach, the cognitive-behavioural, psychophysiological, clinical psychology, general systems theory approaches et al, these theories will always make a great positive impact on addressing human problem, because the main role of health psychology is to apply health psychology to the promotion and maintenance of health, the analysis and improvement of the health care system and health policy formation, the prevention of illness and disability and the enhancement of outcomes of those who are ill or disabled (APA Divison 38).
On the other hand, doctors that specialize in a certain field should be paid very high. They are researching a way to treat and cure a disease, like cancer. The way I determine how a person gets compensated for the work they do should be how much time and effort they put into the organization. For instance, a doctor is doing a lot more work than someone helping out a homeless person. Don’t get me wrong, someone helping out a homeless person is still very honorable and compassionate thing to do; however what a doctor is doing could save millions of lives.
This research paper will explain how modern genetic technology may lead to personalizing medicine, and discuss the drawbacks and limitations to human medicine. I will also provide examples for benefits of personalized medicine. According to Cliff Mintz, the Future of Personalized Medicine is defined as “a young but rapidly advancing field of healthcare that is informed by each person’s unique clinical, genetic, genomic, and environmental information (Life Science Leader 2010). Personalized medicine is seen by many as technology of the future; nevertheless, there are others who believe personalized medicine is having a positive influence on patients. Personalize medicine has changed the concepts of patient care.
Universal Health Care: Can it help the U.S.? Universal Health Care: Can it help the U.S.? Health care is a basic human need and an effective health care system is crucial for the population to thrive and for the economy to grow. With the different financing options available, governments are able to provide universal health care and still maintain other health care options, both public and private. Thirty-two out of the thirty-three nations are now using universal health care for their population, with the United States being the exception.
Cancer, however, would be reduced by implementing the preventive measures of the health care people suffering from the disease could also afford to treat it without going broke. Despite much political bickering, the health care gives a much positive outlook for cancer and opening the door for more people who were otherwise condemned to die from cancer to access insurance coverage. Cancer is inarguably one of the most distressing diseases that could impact people. Including all the health problems, cancer affect a lot of people in the world, it takes a toll on peoples lives physically, emotionally and financially. The patient protection and affordable care act also known as the health benefits is a health bill signed into law by President Obama on March 23, 2013.
Moreover, my passion for the evolution of science which has contributed to the advancements of medications, such as how they function and how they influence society made me more interested in pharmacy school. Knowing how the development of antibiotics has changed how society sees certain diseases and medicines are not only used to save lives but also to improve the quality of lives is important in today’s environment. For example, Insulin’s production has given millions the opportunity to live longer, stronger and free of suffering. It is the huge
Magnetic Resonance Imaging * ABRSTRACT * The following paper takes a look at the history of imaging and how it has gotten to where it is today. The paper also talks about the many applications MRI’s have served in the world, more specifically in the medical industry. It also follows how imaging will improve as technology advances through the years. The paper states the many positives that have come about from this discovery in the 1960’s. It also compares the MRI to the other types of imaging processes that are used in medical applications as well.
Are Patients Safe James E. Scarbrough III Baker College of Cadillac Are Patients Safe Patient safety is an extremely valuable aspect in the health care. The definition of patient safety is an area focusing on reporting an error, analysis and prevention of medical errors that often lead to adverse patient outcomes. Prevention means keeping patients safe from errors rather than reacting to them. These standards in patient safety inspire the most challenging issues in the health care setting. Reviewing these standards annually and publishing them on The Joint Commission Website, it is a key component to improving health care (The Joint Commission, 2011).