The Human Illnesses

Author : P. Michael Conn
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 1108 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-05-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780124159129

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Animal Models for the Study of Human Disease by P. Michael Conn Pdf

Animal Models for the Study of Human Disease identifies important animal models and assesses the advantages and disadvantages of each model for the study of human disease. The first section addresses how to locate resources, animal alternatives, animal ethics and related issues, much needed information for researchers across the biological sciences and biomedicine.The next sections of the work offers models for disease-oriented topics, including cardiac and pulmonary diseases, aging, infectious diseases, obesity, diabetes, neurological diseases, joint diseases, visual disorders, cancer, hypertension, genetic diseases, and diseases of abuse. Organized by disease orientation for ease of searchability Provides information on locating resources, animal alternatives and animal ethics Covers a broad range of animal models used in research for human disease

Author : Madeline Drexler
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1125923228

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What You Need to Know about Infectious Disease by Madeline Drexler Pdf

Author : Institute of Medicine,Board on Global Health,Forum on Microbial Threats
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-10
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309259361

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Improving Food Safety Through a One Health Approach by Institute of Medicine,Board on Global Health,Forum on Microbial Threats Pdf

Globalization of the food supply has created conditions favorable for the emergence, reemergence, and spread of food-borne pathogens-compounding the challenge of anticipating, detecting, and effectively responding to food-borne threats to health. In the United States, food-borne agents affect 1 out of 6 individuals and cause approximately 48 million illnesses, 128,000 hospitalizations, and 3,000 deaths each year. This figure likely represents just the tip of the iceberg, because it fails to account for the broad array of food-borne illnesses or for their wide-ranging repercussions for consumers, government, and the food industry-both domestically and internationally. A One Health approach to food safety may hold the promise of harnessing and integrating the expertise and resources from across the spectrum of multiple health domains including the human and veterinary medical and plant pathology communities with those of the wildlife and aquatic health and ecology communities. The IOM's Forum on Microbial Threats hosted a public workshop on December 13 and 14, 2011 that examined issues critical to the protection of the nation's food supply. The workshop explored existing knowledge and unanswered questions on the nature and extent of food-borne threats to health. Participants discussed the globalization of the U.S. food supply and the burden of illness associated with foodborne threats to health; considered the spectrum of food-borne threats as well as illustrative case studies; reviewed existing research, policies, and practices to prevent and mitigate foodborne threats; and, identified opportunities to reduce future threats to the nation's food supply through the use of a "One Health" approach to food safety. Improving Food Safety Through a One Health Approach: Workshop Summary covers the events of the workshop and explains the recommendations for future related workshops.

Author : Mary L. Mulvihill
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 518 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015049743068

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Human Diseases by Mary L. Mulvihill Pdf

Intended for introductory courses in Pathology and Human Diseases and for students preparing for a health course, this book presents the basic principles of human disease, organized by human organ system. It provides practical information for both health career and general education students.

Author : Jules J. Berman
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2018-01-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780128143940

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Precision Medicine and the Reinvention of Human Disease by Jules J. Berman Pdf

Despite what you may have read in the popular press and in social media, Precision Medicine is not devoted to finding unique treatments for individuals, based on analyzing their DNA. To the contrary, the goal of Precision Medicine is to find general treatments that are highly effective for large numbers of individuals who fall into precisely diagnosed groups. We now know that every disease develops over time, through a sequence of defined biological steps, and that these steps may differ among individuals, based on genetic and environmental conditions. We are currently developing rational therapies and preventive measures, based on our precise understanding of the steps leading to the clinical expression of diseases. Precision Medicine and the Reinvention of Human Disease explains the scientific breakthroughs that have changed the way that we understand diseases, and reveals how medical scientists are using this new knowledge to launch a medical revolution. Clarifies the foundational concepts of Precision Medicine, distinguishing this field from its predecessors such as genomics, pharmacogenetics, and personalized medicine. Gathers the chief conceptual advances in the fields of genetics, pathology, and bioinformatics, and synthesizes a coherent narrative for the field of Precision Medicine. Delivers its message in plain language, and in a relaxed, conversational writing style, making it easy to understand the complex subject matter. Guides the reader through a coherent and logical narrative, gradually providing expertise and skills along the way. Covers the importance of data sharing in Precision Medicine, and the many data-related challenges that confront this fragile new field.

Author : Marianne Neighbors,Ruth Tannehill-Jones
Publisher : Cengage Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Diseases
ISBN : 1401870899

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Human Diseases by Marianne Neighbors,Ruth Tannehill-Jones Pdf

This workbook is designed to accompany Human Diseases, second edition. It is an essential part of a creative and dynamic learning system that includes the text and StudyWARE(tm) CD-ROM. This product provides additional reinforcement of concepts learned in the text through a variety of review exercises to test your comprehension.

Author : Michael R. Conover,Rosanna M. Vail
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-09-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781466562141

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Human Diseases from Wildlife by Michael R. Conover,Rosanna M. Vail Pdf

Human Diseases from Wildlife presents information on the most prevalent and serious zoonotic diseases in the US and Canada, some of which have been national headline news like anthrax, influenza, and West Nile virus. Diseases that are caused by pathogens with the ability to infect both humans and animals are known as zoonotic diseases, which literally means "disease from animals." The issue of human–wildlife disease interactions is a growing concern as humans continue to interface with wildlife. People who handle wildlife including field workers, wildlife professionals, trappers, and hunters want to know about potential diseases, risks, and how to protect themselves from disease. This book was written because many people are uninformed about zoonotic diseases. This lack of information causes some people to have a heightened fear of zoonotic diseases, preventing them from enjoying wildlife or spending time outdoors. Other people needlessly expose themselves to disease by neglecting simple precautions. This book includes information on bacterial, spirochetal, rickettsial, and viral diseases as well as macroparasites and emerging zoonotic diseases. More than two dozen diseases are covered including rabies, tularemia, baylisascariasis, salmonellosis, leprosy, Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and swimmer’s itch. Each chapter contains the history of the disease, symptoms in humans, medical treatment, transmission of pathogens to humans, the role of wildlife as vectors, and methods to minimize risk. The diseases people can contract from wild animals can be both threatening and fascinating, and the book includes interesting information to make it more enjoyable to read.

Author : Miranda Herbert Ferrara
Publisher : Charles Scribner's Sons
Page : 584 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Diseases
ISBN : PSU:000068307387

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Human Diseases and Conditions by Miranda Herbert Ferrara Pdf

This volume presents alphabetically arranged articles dealing with all kinds of diseases and disorders, from salmonellosis to zoonoses.

Author : Ellen G. Strauss,James H. Strauss
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2007-09-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080553168

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Viruses and Human Disease by Ellen G. Strauss,James H. Strauss Pdf

Completely revised and updated, the new edition of this groundbreaking text integrates basic virology with pathophysiological conditions to examine the connection between virology and human disease. Most virology textbooks focus on the molecular biology involved without adequate reference to physiology. This text focuses on viruses that infect humans, domestic animals and vertebrates and is based on extensive course notes from James Strauss’ virology class at the California Institute of Technology taught for over 30 years. Expertly depicting in color the molecular structure and replication of each virus, it provides an excellent overview for students and professionals interested in viruses as agents of human disease. Includes over 30% new material - virtually all of the figures and tables have been redrawn to include the latest information and the text has been extensively rewritten to include the most up-to-date information Includes a new chapter on emerging and reemerging viral diseases such as avian flu, SARS, the spread of West Nile virus across America, and the continuing spread of Nipah virus in Southeast Asia Further reading sections at the end of each chapter make it easy find key references World maps depicting the current distribution of existing and newly emerging viruses are also incorporated into the text

Author : Trygve O. Tollefsbol
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 618 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780123884152

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Epigenetics in Human Disease by Trygve O. Tollefsbol Pdf

Epigenetics is one of the fastest growing fields of sciences, illuminating studies of human diseases by looking beyond genetic make-up and acknowledging that outside factors play a role in gene expression. The goal of this volume is to highlight those diseases or conditions for which we have advanced knowledge of epigenetic factors such as cancer, autoimmune disorders and aging as well as those that are yielding exciting breakthroughs in epigenetics such as diabetes, neurobiological disorders and cardiovascular disease. Where applicable, attempts are made to not only detail the role of epigenetics in the etiology, progression, diagnosis and prognosis of these diseases, but also novel epigenetic approaches to the treatment of these diseases. Chapters are also presented on human imprinting disorders, respiratory diseases, infectious diseases and gynecological and reproductive diseases. Since epigenetics plays a major role in the aging process, advances in the epigenetics of aging are highly relevant to many age-related human diseases. Therefore, this volume closes with chapters on aging epigenetics and breakthroughs that have been made to delay the aging process through epigenetic approaches. With its translational focus, this book will serve as valuable reference for both basic scientists and clinicians alike. Comprehensive coverage of fundamental and emergent science and clinical usage Side-by-side coverage of the basis of epigenetic diseases and their treatments Evaluation of recent epigenetic clinical breakthroughs

Author : Chris Sproat,Georgina Burke,Mark McGurk
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2006-01-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780443100987

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Essential Human Disease for Dentists by Chris Sproat,Georgina Burke,Mark McGurk Pdf

Covering general medicine and the implications of medical conditions for dental practice, this is a pocketbook for dental students and general dental practitioners.

Author : Leonard V. Crowley
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Page : 573 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Diseases
ISBN : 9781449643898

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Essentials of Human Disease by Leonard V. Crowley Pdf

Author : Institute of Medicine,Committee on Health Care for Homeless People
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1988-02-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309038324

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Homelessness, Health, and Human Needs by Institute of Medicine,Committee on Health Care for Homeless People Pdf

There have always been homeless people in the United States, but their plight has only recently stirred widespread public reaction and concern. Part of this new recognition stems from the problem's prevalence: the number of homeless individuals, while hard to pin down exactly, is rising. In light of this, Congress asked the Institute of Medicine to find out whether existing health care programs were ignoring the homeless or delivering care to them inefficiently. This book is the report prepared by a committee of experts who examined these problems through visits to city slums and impoverished rural areas, and through an analysis of papers written by leading scholars in the field.

Author : Roger Webber
Publisher : CABI
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781780646824

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Disease Selection by Roger Webber Pdf

Disease Selection: The way disease changed the world explores the host-pathogen relationship and the way communicable diseases have evolved often to stay one step ahead of interventions. From sexually transmitted disease through to ancient and modern great plagues, parasites, food, zoonoses, climate change and populations, this book explores the way disappeared and emergent diseases have shaped our world just as much as nature has. This book provides key information and is a valuable resource for students, practitioners and researchers working in global health and anyone interested in understanding of the basis of disease.

Author : John H. Dirckx
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0934385696

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Human Diseases by John H. Dirckx Pdf

Handbook on the basic information about the cause, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of common diseases for allied health students and practitioners. Encyclopedic organization; concise format.