The impact of the environment on human health The environment is the physical, chemical, and biological context in which humans live, work, and play. It influences our health in many ways, both directly and indirectly. Some of the environmental factors that affect human health are: – Air quality: The quality of the air we breathe […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
Right-to-try legislation and access to investigational drugs Right-to-try legislation is a legal framework that allows patients with life-threatening diseases or conditions to access investigational drugs that have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) but have completed Phase 1 clinical trials. The aim of right-to-try legislation is to provide an alternative pathway […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
Changing family structures and living arrangements The American family has undergone significant change in recent decades, as more people are experiencing family life in diverse ways. Some of the factors that have contributed to these changes are the rise of cohabitation, the delay or forgoing of marriage, the decline in fertility, the increase in divorce, […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
Music therapy as a tool for pain management 1. Introduction Background of music therapy in health care: According to the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA), music therapy is a well-established professional health discipline that uses music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs for individuals of all ages. It is based on the relationship […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
The use of cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques in psychiatric facilities Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that aims to modify maladaptive cognitions, behaviors, and physiological responses that maintain or worsen psychological distress. CBT has been shown to be effective for a variety of mental disorders, such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, personality disorders, substance […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
Hourly Rounding and Fall Prevention among the Elderly in Long Term Care: A Change Process Falls are a common and serious problem for elderly people living in long term care facilities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one out of four older adults falls each year, and about 20% of falls […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
Effectiveness of Kangaroo Mother Skin-to-Skin Contact among Mothers in the Postnatal Ward Kangaroo mother care (KMC) is a method of caring for newborns, especially preterm and low-birth-weight infants, that involves continuous skin-to-skin contact between the mother and the baby. KMC has been shown to have many benefits for both the mother and the baby, such […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
Health Problems to Drug-Addicted Pregnant Women Drug addiction is a serious issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It can cause physical, mental, and social problems for the individual and their family. However, when a pregnant woman is addicted to drugs, the consequences can be even more severe and devastating. Drug addiction during pregnancy can […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
` Improving Care Transitions from Hospital to Home Care transitions are the movements of patients between different health care settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, home health agencies, and primary care providers. Care transitions are critical moments in the health care journey of patients, especially those with chronic conditions or complex needs. Poorly coordinated care […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
Reducing Readmissions Among High-Risk Geriatric Patients Hospital readmissions are a major challenge for the health care system, especially for older adults who often have multiple chronic conditions and complex care needs. According to a recent study, about 20% of Medicare beneficiaries are readmitted within 30 days of discharge, and 34% within 90 days. These readmissions […]
Date: April 29th, 2018
