What is Infectious Disease and How Are They Spread
Infectious diseases have been with us through out our history. This article looks into some of the causes and effects of infectious diseases on global …
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Why is Vaccination a Controversial Issue?
The development of vaccination has been instrumental in eradicating some of the world’s deadliest diseases. But even so, there is some controversy …
Continue ReadingAntibiotics – Modes of Action Against Bacteria
Antibiotics are important drugs in combating bacterial infections. Learn the five types of antibiotics based on their modes of action against …
Continue ReadingTransplant Immunology
Rejection of transplanted organs is caused by an immune reaction – how and why does this occur?
Continue ReadingAntibiotic Types: Classes of Antibiotics to Fight Infection
Seven antibiotic types are available to help fight infection and control disease. Learn about two of the major classes in the first article in this …
Continue ReadingDisorders Of The Blood: G6PD Deficiency
One subtype of Hemolytic Anemia is G6PD deficiency is a type of Hemolytic Anemia that is linked to a deficiency in the enzyme …
Continue ReadingSingle Incision Robotic Kidney Removal
Robotics is a large part of the medical field and the need for this technology is growing rapidly. Learn more about the Single Incision Robotic Kidney …
Continue ReadingFecal Transplant: Grey's Anatomy Plotline or Real-Life Medical Treatment?
Fecal transplant is more than a plotline on the very popular Grey’s Anatomy. Find out what this exciting and mysterious medical treatment is, …
Continue ReadingThe Symptoms and Treatment of Rabies in Humans
Rabies is a fatal disease that requires serious medical attention. Ignorance of this disease can be deadly. Learn the pathology, symptoms, diagnosis, …
Continue ReadingAscaris Worms: Parasitological Facts
Ascaris lumbricoides infects about 1.27 billion people around the world, making it the most medically important nematode. Learn the biology of A. …
Continue ReadingThe Lytic Cycle of T-even Bacteriophage
How do viruses reproduce? This article explains one of two strategies used by all viruses, the lytic cycle, so-named because it ends with the lysis of …
Continue ReadingAutoimmune Anemia - Etiology & Symptoms
Autoimmune anemia happens when the body produces antibodies that destroy red blood cells. Find out what happens when the body turns against itself …
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