Globally, hypertension and obesity are becoming increasingly big problems as there appears to be a significant link between the two conditions. The 1948 Framingham Heart Study, which identified the common factors contributing to cardiovascular disease, has found that approximately 78% of hypertension cases in men and 65% of cases in women can be directly attributed…
Viruses are germs that are composed of genetic material (DNA or RNA) and protein. They are not considered alive on their own, but they have a commanding way of hijacking healthy cells. In humans, viruses can cause infections such as colds, influenza, warts, smallpox, HIV/AIDS, Ebola, and the coronavirus. Viral infections invade living normal cells…
There are approximately 1.8 million people living with amputations in the U.S. An amputation may be necessary for a number of different reasons and learning to adapt to an amputation, particularly if a prothesis is required, can be a lengthy and emotional process that involves time, patience, and perseverance. An amputation is surgery to remove…
All About An Intensive Care Unit Sometimes patients who need hospital care, require an additional level of care that exceeds standard inpatient care. This is known as intensive care. An intensive care unit (ICU) is for patients who are critically ill or injured and require highly specialized care. Examples of such conditions include head injuries,…
