GLIOMA BRAIN TUMOR
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This paper is a study of the Glioma Brain Tumor, with some emphasis placed on GBM. The paper examines the symptoms and treatment of gliomas, as well as the causes of the disease. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MTglioma.rtf

Going into the 21st Century
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A 6 page paper discussing some of the subjects that will be of great concern as we move into the 21st century. The three subjects addressed herein are technology, medicine, and international relations. Each of these three areas of concern are of great importance and while there are many other areas that will also change and readjust to a new era, these areas of concern are perhaps the most obvious and most influential to all people concerned. The 21st century is hinting at being a time of great changes and occurrences. Times have changed drastically in only a few decades, and there is little doubt that changes and advancements have been occurring far faster this past century than perhaps, in any other century known to mankind. Technology, medicine, and international relations have always proven to be the most advancing, and the coming of the 21st century will prove this fact even further. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 21st.rtf

Gout: Description, Diagnosis, and Treatment
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A 3 page overview of the a metabolic and inflammatory disorder known as gout. The author describes the condition, the best means of diagnosis, and its causes. While diet and lifestyle changes are beneficial in preventing gout the most effective treatment is pharmacological. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPgout.rtf

Haemophilus influenzae
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A 5 page overview of Haemophilus influenzae. Describes the organism from both a taxonomic standpoint and an epidemiological standpoint. Provides recommendations as to the most effective means control. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPhaemIn.wps

Hamstring Injury in Women
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A 6 page paper discussing this too-common injury. As more women become involved in competitive sports involving sprinting, they also suffer a higher percentage of hamstring injury. Soccer players are highly susceptible to hamstring injury because of the nature of the movements required in the sport, but any sport involving sprinting can be suspect. The purpose here is to review what hamstring injury is, how it is treated and special implications for women athletes. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KSmedHamstringWom.rtf

Hantavirus: Cause and Prevention
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Hantavirus is associated with rodent populations and can be found throughout much of the world. The virus can take a definite toll on human health and even life. Unfortunately, there is no specific antiviral treatment for this condition and between one-third to one-half of hantavirus victims die. This paper describes hantavirus epidemiology and prevention. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPhantaV.rtf

Head Injury Research Proposal
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A 5 page proposal evaluating the financial aspects of establishing an advertising campaign aimed at reducing the risk of head injury among 16-29 year olds, along with a manner of determining a statistical test that will yield the most realistic view of any cost savings that could be realized by advertising rather than in rehabilitative medical costs. A public safety board has already made the decision to go forward with the project; this proposal concentrates on the financial aspects of the program, including at what point the government saves money in comparing advertising costs with avoided health care costs. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Headinj.wps

Health Promotion Plans for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs): The Role of Nurses and Health Care Practitioners
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This is a 5 page paper discussing health promotion plan for STDs in small and large communities. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a global as well as local concern for health care providers. In addition to guidelines and fact sheets about the prevalence, treatment and symptoms of STDs provided by the World Health Organization, national and local organizations are developing plans for the prevention of STDs through the education of the public provided mainly through health care facilities, centers and providers. Nurses play a dominant role in regards to health promotion in communities as many are involved not only in the larger centers such as hospital settings in which they will come in contact with patients with STDs but nurses also promote education in smaller communities through awareness programs for the schools, local centers and physician practices. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TJnrole1.rtf

Healthcare as a Scientific Practice
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A 12 page description of health care as a scientific practice. Contends that there is an intimate relationship between modern health care practices and the scientific process. Demonstrates this contention utilizing various examples of the relationship of epidemiology, diagnoses, treatment, and health care recommendations in regard to lifestyle and diet. Emphasizes that from observing and analyzing generalities the health care practitioner is able to discern a specific answer or treatment plan for each condition. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PPhlthSc.wps

Hearing Impaired & Aging
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An 8 page research paper investigating the effects of hearing impairment and deafness as an adult. Statistics are provided regarding the percentage of the population that has a hearing loss. The writer discusses the effects hearing loss has on the daily life of individuals and offers ideas for changing the environment to better accommodate the needs of hearing impaired individuals. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Agehear.wps

Heart Disease: Medical Technology, Past And Present
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7 pages in length. Modern medical technology is a wondrous thing. With just the flick of a switch, life can be snatched from the grips of death. However, without the proper equipment, life merely hangs in the balance, preventing medical professionals from effectively performing their life-saving jobs. It has been said that the twentieth century is responsible for the most monumental medically-advanced technology, particular in relation to heart disease, which include drug therapy, heart transplants, coronary bypass, the heart-lung machine and the mechanical heart. Had it not been for these technological advancements, mankind would still be using guesswork in order to address the always complicated and often deadly heart disease. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: TLChrtds.wps

Hemophilia and Genetics
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A comprehensive 5 page discussion of hemophilia and its genetic predictability. The disease and its symptoms are defined. Also discussed are modes of transmission, occurrence, and treatment. Some mention of the disease's history is included as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Hemophil.wps