Sex And Gender Differences In Infection And Treatments For Infectious Diseases

Author : Sabra L. Klein,Craig W. Roberts
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2023-09-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783031351396

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Sex and Gender Differences in Infection and Treatments for Infectious Diseases by Sabra L. Klein,Craig W. Roberts Pdf

This fully revised and significantly expanded second edition examines sex and gender differences in the immune system's response to bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections. The volume discusses both common and distinct molecular mechanisms that mediate these differences and illustrates how responses to vaccines may differ between the sexes and in pregnant individuals. Special emphasis is placed on the interplay between hormones and the immune system in the pathogenesis of HIV, SARS-CoV-2, influenza, malaria, tuberculosis, and amebiasis. This second edition includes completely rewritten chapters as well as all new contents. This book is intended for researchers in academia and industry as well as clinicians in the fields of microbiology, immunology, and pharmacology. By expanding knowledge in sex and gender medicine as a basis for developing personalized treatment strategies, the book contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 (health and well-being) and 5 (gender equality).

Author : Institute of Medicine,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Committee on Understanding the Biology of Sex and Gender Differences
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2001-07-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0309132975

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Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health by Institute of Medicine,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Committee on Understanding the Biology of Sex and Gender Differences Pdf

It's obvious why only men develop prostate cancer and why only women get ovarian cancer. But it is not obvious why women are more likely to recover language ability after a stroke than men or why women are more apt to develop autoimmune diseases such as lupus. Sex differences in health throughout the lifespan have been documented. Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health begins to snap the pieces of the puzzle into place so that this knowledge can be used to improve health for both sexes. From behavior and cognition to metabolism and response to chemicals and infectious organisms, this book explores the health impact of sex (being male or female, according to reproductive organs and chromosomes) and gender (one's sense of self as male or female in society). Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health discusses basic biochemical differences in the cells of males and females and health variability between the sexes from conception throughout life. The book identifies key research needs and opportunities and addresses barriers to research. Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health will be important to health policy makers, basic, applied, and clinical researchers, educators, providers, and journalists-while being very accessible to interested lay readers.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9241595345

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Addressing Sex and Gender in Epidemic-prone Infectious Diseases by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Medical
ISBN : 929061532X

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Taking Sex and Gender Into Account in Emerging Infectious Disease Programmes by Anonim Pdf

Traditionally, little attention has been paid to sex and gender differences in infectious diseases. The general belief has been that since infectious diseases affect both males and females, it is best to focus public health attention during an outbreak on control and treatment, and to leave it to others to address the social problems, such as gender inequalities, after an outbreak has ended. While this view is understandable, this document demonstrates that gender analysis is not a diversion for the control and prevention of emerging diseases. On the contrary, it shows that understanding the interaction between gender roles and infectious disease can lead to important insights into transmission patterns and to strategies for outbreak prevention and control, thereby reducing disease transmission and increasing cooperation with public health interventions and the uptake of health promotion and protection measures. This means that considering male-female differences can increase the efficacy of disease control programs, and the likelihood of better outcomes. At the same time, such considerations can reduce health inequalities between men and women and in some instances, reduce discrimination based on sex and thereby promote human rights. This document represents a first step in developing a gender perspective in emerging infectious diseases for the Western Pacific and South-East Asia Regions. This is a new and challenging area, but one which should prove to be valuable and rewarding for emerging infectious disease programs.

Author : Gordon Charles Cook
Publisher : Royal College of Physicians
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1860160123

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Travel-associated Disease by Gordon Charles Cook Pdf

Author : Dean T. Jamison,Joel G. Breman,Anthony R. Measham,George Alleyne,Mariam Claeson,David B. Evans,Prabhat Jha,Anne Mills,Philip Musgrove
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 1449 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2006-04-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780821361801

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Disease Control Priorities in Developing Countries by Dean T. Jamison,Joel G. Breman,Anthony R. Measham,George Alleyne,Mariam Claeson,David B. Evans,Prabhat Jha,Anne Mills,Philip Musgrove Pdf

Based on careful analysis of burden of disease and the costs ofinterventions, this second edition of 'Disease Control Priorities in Developing Countries, 2nd edition' highlights achievable priorities; measures progresstoward providing efficient, equitable care; promotes cost-effectiveinterventions to targeted populations; and encourages integrated effortsto optimize health. Nearly 500 experts - scientists, epidemiologists, health economists,academicians, and public health practitioners - from around the worldcontributed to the data sources and methodologies, and identifiedchallenges and priorities, resulting in this integrated, comprehensivereference volume on the state of health in developing countries.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Sexually transmitted diseases
ISBN : 0660423073

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Canadian Guidelines on Sexually Transmitted Infections by Anonim Pdf

Author : Gabriele Doblhammer,Jordi Gumà
Publisher : Springer
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2018-02-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783319723563

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A Demographic Perspective on Gender, Family and Health in Europe by Gabriele Doblhammer,Jordi Gumà Pdf

This open access book examines the triangle between family, gender, and health in Europe from a demographic perspective. It helps to understand patterns and trends in each of the three components separately, as well as their interdependencies. It overcomes the widely observable specialization in demographic research, which usually involves researchers studying either family or fertility processes or focusing on health and mortality. Coverage looks at new family and partnership forms among the young and middle-aged, their relationship with health, and the pathways through which they act. Among the old, lifelong family biography and present family situation are explored. Evidence is provided that partners advancing in age start to resemble each other more closely in terms of health, with the health of the partner being a crucial factor of an individual’s own health. Gender-specific health outcomes and pathways are central in the designs of the studies and the discussion of the results. The book compares twelve European countries reflecting different welfare state regimes and offers country-specific studies conducted in Austria, Germany, Italy - all populations which have received less attention in the past - and Sweden. As a result, readers discover the role of different concepts of family and health as well as comparisons within European countries and ethnic groups. It will be an insightful resource for students, academics, policy makers, and researchers that will help define future research in terms of gender and public health.

Author : Institute of Medicine,Committee on Prevention and Control of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1997-03-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309175470

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The Hidden Epidemic by Institute of Medicine,Committee on Prevention and Control of Sexually Transmitted Diseases Pdf

The United States has the dubious distinction of leading the industrialized world in overall rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), with 12 million new cases annually. About 3 million teenagers contract an STD each year, and many will have long-term health problems as a result. Women and adolescents are particularly vulnerable to these diseases and their health consequences. In addition, STDs increase the risk of HIV transmission. The Hidden Epidemic examines the scope of sexually transmitted infections in the United States and provides a critical assessment of the nation's response to this public health crisis. The book identifies the components of an effective national STD prevention and control strategy and provides direction for an appropriate response to the epidemic. Recommendations for improving public awareness and education, reaching women and adolescents, integrating public health programs, training health care professionals, modifying messages from the mass media, and supporting future research are included. The book documents the epidemiological dimensions and the economic and social costs of STDs, describing them as "a secret epidemic" with tremendous consequences. The committee frankly discusses the confusing and often hypocritical nature of how Americans deal with issues regarding sexualityâ€"the conflicting messages conveyed in the mass media, the reluctance to promote condom use, the controversy over sex education for teenagers, and the issue of personal blame. The Hidden Epidemic identifies key elements of effective, culturally appropriate programs to promote healthy behavior by adolescents and adults. It examines the problem of fragmentation in STD services and provides examples of communities that have formed partnerships between stakeholders to develop integrated approaches. The committee's recommendations provide a practical foundation on which to build an integrated national program to help young people and adults develop habits of healthy sexuality. The Hidden Epidemic was written for both health care professionals and people without a medical background and will be indispensable to anyone concerned about preventing and controlling STDs.

Author : Sabra L. Klein,Craig Roberts
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2009-10-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 3642021557

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Sex Hormones and Immunity to Infection by Sabra L. Klein,Craig Roberts Pdf

Why sex matters Among human and nonhuman animals, the prevalence and intensity of infection typically is higher in males than females and may reflect differences in exposure as well as susceptibility to pathogens. Elevated immunity among females is a double-edged sword in which it is beneficial against infectious diseases but is detrimental in terms of increased development of autoimmune diseases. The present book critically reviews the evolutionary origin and the functional mechanisms responsible for sexual dimorphism in response to infection. It emphasizes the value of examining responses in both males and females to improve our understanding about host-pathogen interactions in both sexes. The contributors are experts in their specific disciplines which range from microbiology and immunology to genetics, pathology, and evolutionary biology. The book aims at bringing insight to the treatment and management of infectious diseases; it delineates areas where knowledge is lacking and highlights future avenues of research.

Author : S. Buist,C.E. Mapp
Publisher : European Respiratory Society
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2003-06-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781904097952

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Respiratory Diseases in Women by S. Buist,C.E. Mapp Pdf

Present day insights into the relationship between gender and health emphasise the necessity of taking sex and gender differences into consideration. Sex refers to biological characteristics such as chromosomes, physiology and anatomy that distinguish females and males. Gender refers to the array of socially constructed roles and relationships, personality traits, attitudes, behaviours and values that society ascribes to the two sexes on a differential basis. In health-related research both sex differences and differences resulting from gender are implied. Sex can determine differential propen.

Author : Kimberly Daniels
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Birth control
ISBN : UCR:31210024120741

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Current Contraceptive Status Among Women Aged 15-44;: United States, 2011-2013 by Kimberly Daniels Pdf

Author : Richard G. Tedeschi,Jane Shakespeare-Finch,Kanako Taku,Lawrence G. Calhoun
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2018-06-12
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781315527437

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Posttraumatic Growth by Richard G. Tedeschi,Jane Shakespeare-Finch,Kanako Taku,Lawrence G. Calhoun Pdf

Posttraumatic Growth reworks and overhauls the seminal 2006 Handbook of Posttraumatic Growth. It provides a wide range of answers to questions concerning knowledge of posttraumatic growth (PTG) theory, its synthesis and contrast with other theories and models, and its applications in diverse settings. The book starts with an overview of the history, components, and outcomes of PTG. Next, chapters review quantitative, qualitative, and cross-cultural research on PTG, including in relation to cognitive function, identity formation, cross-national and gender differences, and similarities and differences between adults and children. The final section shows readers how to facilitate optimal outcomes with PTG at the level of the individual, the group, the community, and society.

Author : Alyson J. McGregor,Esther K. Choo,Bruce M. Becker
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-20
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781107668164

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Sex and Gender in Acute Care Medicine by Alyson J. McGregor,Esther K. Choo,Bruce M. Becker Pdf

This book focuses on the issue of sex and gender in the evaluation and treatment of patients in delivering acute medical care.

Author : Elena Ortona,Marina Pierdominici,Virginia Rider
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1368451651

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Sex Hormones and Gender Differences in Immune Responses by Elena Ortona,Marina Pierdominici,Virginia Rider Pdf

This eBook is a collection of articles from a Frontiers Research Topic. Frontiers Research Topics are very popular trademarks of the Frontiers Journals Series: they are collections of at least ten articles, all centered on a particular subject. With their unique mix of varied contributions from Original Research to Review Articles, Frontiers Research Topics unify the most influential researchers, the latest key findings and historical advances in a hot research area! Find out more on how to host your own Frontiers Research Topic or contribute to one as an author by contacting the Frontiers Editorial Office: frontiersin.org/about/contact.