Axonal transport defects in diabetes

Abstract Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease and it has been associated with several complications affecting peripheral and central nervous system. Proper axonal transport is crucial for neuronal maintenance and function. Alterations in axonal transport have been correlated with the progression of several neurodegenerative diseases. Axonal transport impairment induces functional changes in the distal axon … Read more

Renal Impairment

INTRODUCTION Renal Impairment is one of the leading public health issue across the globe, ultimately which is urge for emergency care, morbidity, mortality rate and reduce in quality of life, an augment in serum creatinine concentrations greater than 0.5 to 0.90 mg/dL has been associated with a 6-5 fold increase in the odds of death, … Read more

Treating LGBTQ Youth (mental health)

Introduction Individuals in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community are an interesting topic of discussion when it applies to mental health treatment. There are many intervention options available, as well as many more options that could be implemented in the treatment of mental health disorders. The LGBTQ community, specifically gay and bisexual … Read more

How far should social media be held responsible for the growth of eating disorders?

Prior to addressing the question, we need to be clear with the definitions of eating disorders, which have traditionally been misconceived. 1According to the fifth edition of the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (DSM-5), eating disorders are “characterised by a persistent disturbance of eating or eating-related behaviour that results in the altered consumption … Read more

Are video games to blame for childhood obesity and mental health issues?

For decades now exposing children to video games has been a very controversial topic, however, I feel cutting off video games from children entirely isn’t the answer to the issue. The younger generation shouldn’t be shut off from that range of technology just because there is a selection of violent and not safe for work … Read more

Virtual reality for vestibular rehabilitation (analysing two studies)

As we age, our bodies change. Those changes include our balance accompanied by an increased fall risk. Falls are a common phenomenon seen most often in the elderly population. According to Franco (2012), this risk increases with each decade over the age of 60. Falls and fall-related injuries among elderly people are major issues for health. The … Read more

An examination of some assisted reproductive technologies

Part 1: Creative Conception – an examination of some assisted reproductive technologies Question 1: a) What does ‘preimplantation genetic diagnosis’ mean? Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is a prenatal genetic profiling procedure that is commonly used prior to implantation to assist in identifying genetic defects within embryos. It involves the testing of a few biopsied cells … Read more

The spread of misinformation during the Covid-19 pandemic

What is health misinformation? Health Misinformation can be explained as a health-related claim or fact that is false due to a lack of scientific evidence. The field of medicine has been confronted with the spread of false, inaccurate, or incomplete health information (JAMA, 2018). There has been frequent and increasing spread of misinformation on the … Read more

Combating Covid-19 with Technology

Introduction Covid19 has affected the lives of most people in the planet. Health infrastructure in many countries of the world had been stretched. Factories, offices, schools and colleges had to undergo periods of unplanned lock downs. Travel bans were imposed in many parts of the globe. People were unable to be near their near and … Read more

How might you help Millennials change their sleep behaviour? 

Millennials are shown to be the most prevalent age group to sleep longer during the weekends. This is due to them being sleep-deprived during the weekdays because the millennials do not have enough time allocated for sleep as a result of lifestyle choices or everyday commitments such as work obligations. Millennials have to work and … Read more

Biological, psychological and sociological impact of Covid-19

Biological impact of Covid-19 The two main biological symptoms one would present if suspected of having contracted COVID-19 are dry cough and shortness of breath. COVID-19 is transmitted through airborne droplets in the air from an infected person that goes into our nose, mouth, or eyes. The virus travels down the nasal passages and start … Read more

Secondary opportunistic bacterial infections in COVID-19 patients

In 1890, Von Ratz studied a micro-organism isolated by Schütz from milk and noted its characteristic variability in power of slime production. This organism was later described as Micrococcus mucilaginosus in 1900 by Migula [1]. It was renamed to Stomatococcus mucilaginosus in 1982 based on various characteristics differentiating it from Micrococcus [2]. Finally in 2000, … Read more

Summary of studies on mental health among dental students (focus on Covid-19 pandemic)

MENTAL HEALTH AND SELF CARE PRACTICES AMONG DENTAL HYGIENISTS. A study done in Oregon, authored by SaraJane A Barnard, Bree A. Alexander, Ashli K. Lockett, Jennifer J. Lusk, Shelly Singh, Kathryn P. Bell and Lesley A. Harbison done in 2020.thr purpose of the study was to determine the prevalence of mental health concerns and stressors … Read more