Diabetes Term Papers Samples For Students

Pathophysiology: NRS-410V

2014
Type 1 Diabetes: the Islet Cells Transplant
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder in the endocrine system. The pancreas produce insulin hormone to control the level of blood sugar. The amount of insulin needed depends on the blood sugar levels that center the body’s cells. Thus, for a person that has diabetes, the pancreas produce either inadequate amount of insulin or no insulin at all. There are two main forms of diabetes, known type 1 and type 2. Type 1diabetes or Juvenile-onset diabetes develops early in life, usually in children or young adults. Type 1 diabetes yields either ...

6.9% of adult population suffers from diabetes in the US. However, the percentage of African American population with diabetes is almost double. According to the National health interview survey almost 13% of all African American over the age of 18 have diabetes (minority.health.hhs.gov). Additionally, as opposed to other population groups, more African Americans suffer from diabetes related serious complications. It has been documented that a well developed educational intervention program improves patient’s understanding of disease, self management proficiency and disease outcome. However, there is a need for development of novel and potent intervention strategies especially adapted for racial/ethnic minority and ...

Community Health Nurse

Introduction
A community is defined as a group of people that work, live and play in a particular environment at any given time. This group of people share common attributes and interests. Therefore a community assessment can be elaborated to mean the process of collection, analysis and use of data to facilitate a change in the collective health of a community. The process involves developing proprieties, assemblage of resources and the elaboration of a plan of actions garnered towards the improvement of the health system of the community.
In this paper, a community health assessment would be done in the Scarborough community in Toronto ...

Definition and reaction to video

Epigenetics refers to the study of changes in organisms where those changes are caused by modifications of gene expression and not alterations of the genetic code. The video on “PBS Nova ScienceNOW Epigenetics” from YouTube, gives the numerous ways in which epigenetics is manifest in the lives of identical twins. It uses real life cases of numerous twins from diverse ages to assert that differences that exist between identical twins especially on behaviour and mannerisms are a result of epigenetics.

Discussion of epigenetics article

The article titled “Epigenetics: The Science of change” by Bob Weinhold discusses the core issues about epigenetics and why ...

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The Importance of a Balanced Diet
Introduction- What is a Balanced Diet?
We often hear people asking nowadays; “What is a balanced diet?”, or “What constitutes a balanced diet?” A balanced diet is any diet which contains foods from all the main food groups in accurate and optimal proportions to provide the body with maximum nutrition. It should also comprise of the exact number of calories to attain and sustain a healthy weight, enable the consumer to maintain their Body Mass Index (BMI) and be low in processed foods, cholesterol and excess sugars. Every person is ...

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Poverty in Canada is attributable to several economic and political factors of the nation. Since Canada is among the largest economies in the world, its growth and development ushered in an era of continuous economic reform and social welfare triggered by public policies. In that case, it is noteworthy to state that Canada is a nation that has gone through a series of progresses and recessions , with both having deep roots on economic and political underpinnings (Raphael, 2011).
Throughout the history of Canada, providing welfare to the poor has ...

Celiac Disease

Introduction
This is an autoimmune disease of the gastrointestinal tract. It is also known as celiac sprue, although this name is of less use unlike before. The term sprue simply represent a descriptive term in Dutch and it was used then as a term to describe a disease state characterized by diarrhea, emaciation, apthous stomatitis, and mal-absorption (Cited in Green & Cellier, 2007). Different components has been reported or implicated in the development of the condition. Important predisposing features are the diet, immune response, genetics and environmental factors. The genetic factor contributes in a minor population although there are several people with the ...

Eli Lilly pharmaceutical company

This pharmaceutical company was initiated by Eli Lilly in the year1876. The company is at the present the 10th biggest pharmaceutical corporation all over the globe (Reepmeyer, 2006). The company has persistently remained self-regulating and autonomous, but not remote. Across the world, Eli Lilly has developed prolific coalitions and partnerships that progress the company’s capacity to come up with ground-breaking medicines at lower prices. The company has constantly been categorized as one of the best corporations to work for in the globe, and generations of Lilly workers have maintained a culture that values fineness, honesty, and reverence for people.

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Importance of Nursing Theories

Importance of Nursing Theory
Nursing theory can be defined as a belief or a set of proposed procedures or policies that must be followed concerning every nursing action. It is a set of frameworks of concepts that are developed to act as a guide for nurses. The theories were created to analyze and give meaning to the practice of nursing, guide the practice and offer a platform for clinical decision making (Masters, 2011). Nursing theories were developed through the collaboration of nurses with other healthcare professionals. In most cases, nurses use a range of approaches to carry out their ...

Introduction

Childhood obesity has become a serious and a major health problem. It is a condition characterized by excess fats in the body and it negatively affects a child’s overall well being and health. The diagnosis of obesity is based on body mass index (BMI). Cases of childhood obesity have been on the rise (Cdc.gov., 2016). It has necessitated the need to recognize obesity as a serious health problem and concern among the heath fraternity. However, in most areas, the term overweight is used instead of obesity as it is less stigmatizing. BMI is acceptable method for determining obesity ...

An individual suffering from a panic attack may react to the overpowering anxiety at home, in a car, or in a public place. Sometimes those around him do not even recognize what is happening. A recent posting on Facebook by Amber Smith brought international attention to the social stigma and presentation of a person suffering from panic attacks. The 22-year-old woman submitted photographs of her “normal” self and one taken immediately following an attack; the photos were accompanied by commentary on the way society reacts to her disorder (Appendix A). In an article by Today Healthy Living Newsletter, it ...

I had good day and bad days. June 7th is the good day I opted for, because at that day, I ate meat, vegetable and wheat. It is very balanced. June 6th is the bad day I opted for, because I did not eat vegetable that day. On good day, my diet intakes were as follows; calories-37%, protein-86%, fat-38%, fiber-28%, vitamin A-15.8%, vitamin C-4% and calcium 13.2%. My intake on bad day were as follows; calories-41%, protein-92%, fat-63.8 percent, fiber-44%, Vitamin A-10.4%, Vitamin C-36% and calcium-7.8%. My fiber intake each day is 11g. I did not meet the fiber ...

Abstract:

Health disparities associated with Food and nutrition appear to cause a serious concern. Especially, families surviving on low wages and experiencing food insecurity are at risk of contracting obesity and overweight. There is a need to develop awareness on the factors that contribute to such issues. The present study intends to highlight the literature that better dissects the link between low income/ food insecurity and obesity and overweight, and also proposes a mini plan to overcome the issue. Here, a web search was carried out to retrieve pertinent information from the sources. The search results revealed that families on low wages and food ...

Introduction

Aging is broadly defined as a decrease in the ability to survive. Aged people have less ability to perform strenuous physical activities and show the deteriorating condition of the organs and increased susceptibility to the diseases. Life expectancy is defined as the average length of the life of the individuals in a population. In developed countries, the life expectancy has increased due to the availability of modern medicines, public health care, nutrition and housing.

Aging of cells, tissues, organs and systems

Aging affects cells, tissues, organs and the system in different ways. The efficiency of the cellular functions decreases and the shape of the cell organelles like nuclei ...

Introduction

The human cardiovascular system includes the heart and the blood vessels. The heart is a hollow, four chambered organ. Internally, it is divided into the upper and the lower chamber called the atrium and the ventricle respectively. The blood vessels include arteries, arterioles, capillaries and veins. The arteries carry the blood away from the heart. Arterioles regulate the blood flow to a particular region of the body. Capillaries allow the diffusion of oxygen and nutrients from the blood to the tissues. Veins function in supplying blood from the periphery back to the heart. When blood exerts a hydrostatic pressure against the walls ...

Introduction

The secret to a long life has always been a fascinating topic and an appealing scientific inquiry. People are interested with the elixir of life. This is because everyone wants to die old and extend their stay on earth. The whole of humanity embraces youthfulness and life, in general. The manner by which people live is also paramount. Most people anywhere in the world are interested with health and wellness. Public health has also become a necessity while modern medicines and several technologies are trying to slow down the natural processes of ageing (Manning, et. al., 2012).
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Food is at the center of our lives; it is the part of our culture, and how we socialize, discipline, and reward our children. However, with childhood obesity on the rise, food can be also recognized as a major problem for some children. With the excessive caloric intake and sedentary lifestyle, weight gain in our children is inevitable. Determining the cause of childhood obesity is essential, so that a preventative plan can be implemented, with an objective to decrease the incidence of childhood obesity; and help children lead a normal healthy life ahead, in the future. Many obesity researchers also believe that ...

The long-term care system in the United States is becoming an increasingly importunate policy issue. With the increasing number of the elderly people in the U.S., there is need for policy makers to incorporate policies to take care of their needs. Despite the fact that long-term care receives little attention than health care, long-term is also of equal importance in the U.S. There are challenges in implementing the long-term care system in the U.S. because of many unmet demands and the chronic illnesses of the elderly. The state and the federal government differ on who should finance the long-term ...