SOC313: Social Implications Of Medical Issues

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ALZ Disease 1 Research Paper: What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Charity A. Smart SOC313: Social Implications of Medical Issues Ty Little February 11, 2013 ALZ Disease 2 Research Paper: What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Introduction: I have decided to choose a subject matter that reflects not only a medical illness that is important to be researched, but one that has affected my life personally. I have worked in the medical field for almost twenty years. I have had the pleasure of meeting or working closely with many people through out my career. There has been one client in particular however that changed my outlook completely on life while impacting my desire to make a difference in the health care industry as a whole. Her life, family, and the bond I made with this special woman during the last stages of her life inspired me to look beyond the realms of taking care of some one with Alzheimer’s disease. I learned to embrace the moments of this disease remembering to…show more content…
The doctor will help with any of the proper tests needed or other medical history that may or may not make a person eligible to participate. There are possible side effects from participating in research programs that are conducted by organizations such as Alzheimer’s Association. I personally think the volunteers that already have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease have nothing to lose since there is not a known cure for their disease anyways. The Alzheimer’s Association also holds a yearly Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease through out the United States to raise the necessary funds to

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