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biology

  Gene technology carries with it social and ethical implications—many of which engender personal views and discussion. Select one (1) of the following biotechnology topics to write about: Genetically modified crop plants Genetically modified microorganisms Genetically modified animals Personal genomics and / or personalized medicine for humans Gene therapy Write a four to six (4 […]

Explain why it is often claimed that hospitals compete for doctors rather than patients

A) Distinguish between the concentration ratio and the herfindahi-hirschman index (HHI). What are the limitations of these measures within the context of the pharmaceutical industry? b) If the interest group theory applies to hospitals, why doesn’t it also apply to nursing homes? Would a doctor-owned, for-profithospital be as attractive to physicians as a nonprofit hospital? […]

What is an infectious disease?

Consider the following scenario: Due to an increase in chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and cancer death in the United States as well as infectious diseases, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Food & Drug Administration (FDA), and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) have formed a joint task force and has […]

Biology Questions

The plural of villus (hair) is ____________ whereas the plural of diagnosis is ____________  villuses, diagnosises. villi, diagnoses.villus, diagnosis.villi, diagnosis. villuses, diagnosis. 2. Three common components of a feedback loop are a stimulus, an integrating (control) center, and an organ system. a stimulus, a receptor, and an integrating (control) center. a receptor, an integrating (control) […]

Explain how the loss of biodiversity impact human health?

Prepare: In this discussion post you will be considering the role of land degradation, desertification, and biodiversity loss in an ecosystem. Land degradation can be caused by extreme weather conditions such as drought and coastal surges. However, it is also caused by human activities that degrade the productivity of the soil and impact the production […]

How does the epidemiologic triad apply to health issues we see in the hospital?

Please read chapter 4, 5 & 7 of the class textbook and review the attached Power Point presentations. Once done answer the following questions; 1. How does the epidemiologic triad apply to health issues we see in the hospital? What are some common diagnoses in the acute care setting? What about in the community setting? […]

What would be the three most important points to include in a public nutrition program?

Traditionally, nutrition programs were targeted to the indigent and poor populations in developing countries. Many of today’s Americans are malnourished also, but they are inundated with unhealthy foods and require a multidisciplinary approach to nutrition education. What would be the three most important points to include in a public nutrition program? Provide current literature to […]