Articles related to "Polio"
Will Polio Be Eradicated?
Another infectious disease on the verge of extinction is coming back. Click above to find out more about polio and why it is on the comeback.
polio • poliomyelitis • virus • vaccine • salk
Another infectious disease on the verge of extinction is coming back. Click above to find out more about polio and why it is on the comeback.
polio • poliomyelitis • virus • vaccine • salk
Polio Vaccines, What They Are and How They Work.
Polio is a feared, paralytic disease that is caused by any one of three major types of an intestinal virus. New tissue culture methods made polio vaccines a reality.
salk sabin poliovirus vaccines and studies • sabin attenuated polio vaccine salk killed polio v • polio enteroviruses • polioviruses the first viruses to be cultivated in • thomas francis and volunteer polio vaccination pro
Polio is a feared, paralytic disease that is caused by any one of three major types of an intestinal virus. New tissue culture methods made polio vaccines a reality.
salk sabin poliovirus vaccines and studies • sabin attenuated polio vaccine salk killed polio v • polio enteroviruses • polioviruses the first viruses to be cultivated in • thomas francis and volunteer polio vaccination pro
A New Fear for Polio Survivors
The Post Polio Sequalae, or Syndrome, a disabling disease that attacks its victims 30 to 40 years after the initial Polio assault.
post polio sequalae • post polio syndrome • disability
The Post Polio Sequalae, or Syndrome, a disabling disease that attacks its victims 30 to 40 years after the initial Polio assault.
post polio sequalae • post polio syndrome • disability
What is in Those Vaccines: Part VI?
My name is virus poliomyelitis. I cause a disease which you call infantile paralysis. I consider myself quite an artist -- sort of a sculptor. I specialize in the grotesques, twisting and deforming human bodies. That's why I'm called 'The Crippler.' from the PBS film, A PARALYZING FEAR
polio • vaccine • poliomyelitis
My name is virus poliomyelitis. I cause a disease which you call infantile paralysis. I consider myself quite an artist -- sort of a sculptor. I specialize in the grotesques, twisting and deforming human bodies. That's why I'm called 'The Crippler.' from the PBS film, A PARALYZING FEAR
polio • vaccine • poliomyelitis
Roosevelt: Childhood and Polio
The early years in the life and times of America's thirty-second President.
franklin delano roosevelt • childhood • hyde park • new york • sara delano roosevelt
The early years in the life and times of America's thirty-second President.
franklin delano roosevelt • childhood • hyde park • new york • sara delano roosevelt
Jonas Salk, the Salk Polio Vaccine
A biography of Dr. Jonas Salk who pioneered the vaccine against the polio virus.
salk • polio • vaccine • infantile paralysis • paralytic poliomyelitis
A biography of Dr. Jonas Salk who pioneered the vaccine against the polio virus.
salk • polio • vaccine • infantile paralysis • paralytic poliomyelitis
A Cure for the Common Cold?
Not only does this drug appear to help people with the common cold but it can treat some other viral illnesses as well.
pleconaril • viropharm • icam-1 • icam • rhinovirus
Not only does this drug appear to help people with the common cold but it can treat some other viral illnesses as well.
pleconaril • viropharm • icam-1 • icam • rhinovirus
Gardening from a Wheelchair
Gardening with the after effects of polio.
gardening • enabling gardens • polio • disabled
Gardening with the after effects of polio.
gardening • enabling gardens • polio • disabled
The Winner: What I Do for Mental Health Advocacy
The winner of the "What I Do For Mental Health Advocacy" contest is Marilynn Bierman. Her story is inspiring.
marilynn biermann • post polio syndrome • polio • depression • relationships
The winner of the "What I Do For Mental Health Advocacy" contest is Marilynn Bierman. Her story is inspiring.
marilynn biermann • post polio syndrome • polio • depression • relationships
Vaccines a Great Medical Discovery
Vaccines have saved millions of peoples lives. A truly great discovery of this millennium.
smallpox • jenner • lady montagu • chinese medicine men • vaccine
Vaccines have saved millions of peoples lives. A truly great discovery of this millennium.
smallpox • jenner • lady montagu • chinese medicine men • vaccine
Vaccines Save Lives and Money
Vaccines can be a pain but they do save lives. Here is some of the proof.
vaccine • immunization • polio • smallpox • centers for disease control
Vaccines can be a pain but they do save lives. Here is some of the proof.
vaccine • immunization • polio • smallpox • centers for disease control
Elsie MacGill: Canada's First Woman Engineer
Elizabeth Gregory MacGill - Elsie - not only blazed a trail for women, she blasted open doors in engineering, aeronautical engineering, and business
elsie macgill • dr elsie macgill • elizabeth gregory macgill • macgill first woman electrical engineer • macgill first woman aeronautical engineer
Elizabeth Gregory MacGill - Elsie - not only blazed a trail for women, she blasted open doors in engineering, aeronautical engineering, and business
elsie macgill • dr elsie macgill • elizabeth gregory macgill • macgill first woman electrical engineer • macgill first woman aeronautical engineer
Travelers and Infectious Diseases: Traveling Outside the U.S.
People who travel outside of the United States, regardless if this is the first or an additional time, should consult with a qualified traveler's clinic before departing the country. There is still an important concern for the advent of infectious diseases, such as diphtheria, typhoid, hepatitis, and traveler's diarrhea, to name just a few. This article summarizes some of the most virulent forms of the diseases as well as what one should do before leaving the United States. Those who are living abroad, i.e., outside of the U.S., should also take heed and see their own physician before leaving the safety of their own country.
infectious diseases • travler's diarrhea • typhoid • diphtheria • hepatitis a
People who travel outside of the United States, regardless if this is the first or an additional time, should consult with a qualified traveler's clinic before departing the country. There is still an important concern for the advent of infectious diseases, such as diphtheria, typhoid, hepatitis, and traveler's diarrhea, to name just a few. This article summarizes some of the most virulent forms of the diseases as well as what one should do before leaving the United States. Those who are living abroad, i.e., outside of the U.S., should also take heed and see their own physician before leaving the safety of their own country.
infectious diseases • travler's diarrhea • typhoid • diphtheria • hepatitis a
The Morphology of Red Blood Cells an Etiology of Tissue Hypoxia?
Inflexible red blood cells could be one the contributing factor in restriction of blood flow in the micro-vascular system. The other is vasoconstriction. Normally, the red blood cells are disc shaped and quite flexible. In the case that the red blood cells are not flexable - the pateint is at risk for reduced blood flow and all of the ramifactions that pertain.
morphology • red blood cells • chronic fatigue syndrome • myalgic encephalomyelitis • micro-vascular system
Inflexible red blood cells could be one the contributing factor in restriction of blood flow in the micro-vascular system. The other is vasoconstriction. Normally, the red blood cells are disc shaped and quite flexible. In the case that the red blood cells are not flexable - the pateint is at risk for reduced blood flow and all of the ramifactions that pertain.
morphology • red blood cells • chronic fatigue syndrome • myalgic encephalomyelitis • micro-vascular system
Theories on the Origin of HIV
Numerous studies have attempted to trace the origin of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. While many theories have been developed, only a few persist.
origin of hiv • beginning of aids epidemic • simian immunodeficiency virus • siv • hunter theory
Numerous studies have attempted to trace the origin of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. While many theories have been developed, only a few persist.
origin of hiv • beginning of aids epidemic • simian immunodeficiency virus • siv • hunter theory
Donating Your Breast Milk
How you can donate your breast milk to help premature babies this Christmas.
breast feeding • immunity from breast feeding • protecting your baby from infectious diseases • human milk • breast feeding premature babies
How you can donate your breast milk to help premature babies this Christmas.
breast feeding • immunity from breast feeding • protecting your baby from infectious diseases • human milk • breast feeding premature babies
Childhood Immunizations
Information regarding the importance of preventive measures for serious debilitating childhood illness.
vaccine • vaccination • immunize • immunization • preventive health
Information regarding the importance of preventive measures for serious debilitating childhood illness.
vaccine • vaccination • immunize • immunization • preventive health
Y2K Childhood Vaccination Schedule Released
The new recommendations are in! Go see for yourself what those recommendations mean to your children.
vaccine • vaccination • whooping cough • pertussis • hepatitis b virus
The new recommendations are in! Go see for yourself what those recommendations mean to your children.
vaccine • vaccination • whooping cough • pertussis • hepatitis b virus
Antibodies and Autoantibodies
A healthy immune system produces many different antibodies. However, when the immune system errs and reacts with the body's proteins, it produces autoantibodies.
antibodies • autoantibodies • autoimmune • autoimmunity • autoimmune disorders
A healthy immune system produces many different antibodies. However, when the immune system errs and reacts with the body's proteins, it produces autoantibodies.
antibodies • autoantibodies • autoimmune • autoimmunity • autoimmune disorders
Complement Components
Complement refers to a family of immune system chemicals that are activated during the immune response. Complement abnormalities are seen in some autoimmune disorders.
complement • ch50 • c1 • c2 • c3
Complement refers to a family of immune system chemicals that are activated during the immune response. Complement abnormalities are seen in some autoimmune disorders.
complement • ch50 • c1 • c2 • c3
Immunosuppressant Drugs
Immunosuppressant medications help prevent organ rejection in transplants and reduce inflammation and autoantibody production in patients with autoimmune disorders.
immune system • immunosuppressants • immunosuppressant medications • immunosuppressive medications • corticosteroids
Immunosuppressant medications help prevent organ rejection in transplants and reduce inflammation and autoantibody production in patients with autoimmune disorders.
immune system • immunosuppressants • immunosuppressant medications • immunosuppressive medications • corticosteroids
Homeopathic Immunisations for Travellers
The homeopathic view of vaccinations is that they suppress the body's own immune system. This article looks at homeopathic alternatives for use when travelling overseas.
homeopathic immunisation • homoeopathic vaccination • homeopathic prophylactics for travellers • homeopathy while travelling • homeopathy instead of travel vaccination
The homeopathic view of vaccinations is that they suppress the body's own immune system. This article looks at homeopathic alternatives for use when travelling overseas.
homeopathic immunisation • homoeopathic vaccination • homeopathic prophylactics for travellers • homeopathy while travelling • homeopathy instead of travel vaccination
The Rise of Franklin Roosevelt
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, America's 32nd President, was born to a life of luxury and success in New York, which was aided by his personal charisma and intelligence.
franklin delano roosevelt • new york state politics • assistant secretary of the navy • polio • guillain-barre syndrom
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, America's 32nd President, was born to a life of luxury and success in New York, which was aided by his personal charisma and intelligence.
franklin delano roosevelt • new york state politics • assistant secretary of the navy • polio • guillain-barre syndrom
How Vaccines Work
Vaccines are one of our greatest public health achievements. Not only do vaccines prevent disease in individuals, they protect the health of entire populations.
how do vaccines work • how vaccines work • vaccine health • vaccine prevent disease • vaccine safety
Vaccines are one of our greatest public health achievements. Not only do vaccines prevent disease in individuals, they protect the health of entire populations.
how do vaccines work • how vaccines work • vaccine health • vaccine prevent disease • vaccine safety
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
An Individual is molded by environment and honed by challenges encountered. A legacy is the historical scorecard that measures success.
franklin delano roosevelt • tennessee valley authority • new deal programs • great depression • electrical producers
An Individual is molded by environment and honed by challenges encountered. A legacy is the historical scorecard that measures success.
franklin delano roosevelt • tennessee valley authority • new deal programs • great depression • electrical producers
Politicians With Disabilities
"You've said it yourself a million times. If there had been a TV in every living room sixty years ago, this country does not elect a man in a wheelchair."
disability • amputee • politician • fdr • vietnam
"You've said it yourself a million times. If there had been a TV in every living room sixty years ago, this country does not elect a man in a wheelchair."
disability • amputee • politician • fdr • vietnam
Understanding Autoantibodies
This article describes autoantibodies and expains their role in autoimmune disease development. The use of autoantibody tests for diagnosing and monitoring autoimmune diseases is also described.
antibody • autoantibody • autoantibodies • autoimmune • immune
This article describes autoantibodies and expains their role in autoimmune disease development. The use of autoantibody tests for diagnosing and monitoring autoimmune diseases is also described.
antibody • autoantibody • autoantibodies • autoimmune • immune
Daring Women
A list taken by a postcard book, "Women Who Dared," revisits brave women from all walks of life who made a positive difference in the lives of women and men.
women • difference • made a difference • mom • sister
A list taken by a postcard book, "Women Who Dared," revisits brave women from all walks of life who made a positive difference in the lives of women and men.
women • difference • made a difference • mom • sister
Is There a Cure for The Common Cold In Our Future?
The common cold is one ailment that scientists have sought a cure for since alchemy days. Now, a drug is in the testing stage that shows promise of being the drug that can deliver that "cure." Is there truth to the rumbling that finally, the cold is doomed?
pleconaril • the common cold • viropharma • cure for many viral diseases
The common cold is one ailment that scientists have sought a cure for since alchemy days. Now, a drug is in the testing stage that shows promise of being the drug that can deliver that "cure." Is there truth to the rumbling that finally, the cold is doomed?
pleconaril • the common cold • viropharma • cure for many viral diseases
Vaccines: Part 1
Over the next few weeks I hope to answer some questions concerning vaccines. For example: Why do we vaccinate children? What is in those vaccines?
vaccine
Over the next few weeks I hope to answer some questions concerning vaccines. For example: Why do we vaccinate children? What is in those vaccines?
vaccine
What Are Viruses?
Viruses are responsible for a large number of diseases. Although tiny and simple in structure they are highly efficient at spreading infection.
what are viruses • viral treatment • virus reproduction • symptoms of virus illness • types of virus
Viruses are responsible for a large number of diseases. Although tiny and simple in structure they are highly efficient at spreading infection.
what are viruses • viral treatment • virus reproduction • symptoms of virus illness • types of virus
WILMA RUDOPH: Oympic Gold Medalist
Profile of African American Wilma Rudolph, the first American woman to win three Olympic gold medals.
african american women olympic gold medalists ol
Profile of African American Wilma Rudolph, the first American woman to win three Olympic gold medals.
african american women olympic gold medalists ol
FANNIE LOU HAMER: Grass-Roots Organizer
Profile of Fannie Lou Hamer, grass-roots organizer, political and civil rights activist, field secretary for the Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee.
civil rights activists african americans african
Profile of Fannie Lou Hamer, grass-roots organizer, political and civil rights activist, field secretary for the Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee.
civil rights activists african americans african
Conversations about Drinking Stream Water
stream water
stream water • purification • filtration • iodine tablets • oasis water filter
stream water
stream water • purification • filtration • iodine tablets • oasis water filter
Magnificent Magnani
Anna Magnani's career.
anna magnani • tracy scarpino • roberto rossellini • open city • fellini
Anna Magnani's career.
anna magnani • tracy scarpino • roberto rossellini • open city • fellini
When the Hype Dies Down - Medications, Part II
The good news is that antidepressants work. The better news is that something better is bound to come along. The second of two parts.
depression therapy • depression medications • prozac • paxil • zoloft
The good news is that antidepressants work. The better news is that something better is bound to come along. The second of two parts.
depression therapy • depression medications • prozac • paxil • zoloft
Bug Zappers Can Spread Microbes
It may be fun to watch those pesky mosquitoes and flies sizzle. However, when those insects are zapped they may be spreading infectious organisms all around.
bug • zapper • electrocuted • bacteria • bacteriophage
It may be fun to watch those pesky mosquitoes and flies sizzle. However, when those insects are zapped they may be spreading infectious organisms all around.
bug • zapper • electrocuted • bacteria • bacteriophage
Pathophysiology and Management of Tetanus
Tetanus is one of the conditions that a person can be vaccinated for. What exactly is it?
tetanus • clostridium tetani • tetanus toxin • lockjaw • dtap vaccine
Tetanus is one of the conditions that a person can be vaccinated for. What exactly is it?
tetanus • clostridium tetani • tetanus toxin • lockjaw • dtap vaccine
Photography Great: Dorothea Lange
Dorothea Lange's photography had significant social impact in its time and leaves a powerful historical record of human suffering in the Great Depression
dorothea lange • grapes of wrath • great depression • migrant mother • photojournalism
Dorothea Lange's photography had significant social impact in its time and leaves a powerful historical record of human suffering in the Great Depression
dorothea lange • grapes of wrath • great depression • migrant mother • photojournalism
President Franklin Roosevelt
The triumphs, later years and death of America's only president to serve more than two terms of office.
president franklin roosevelt • the new deal coalition • the first 100 days • arsenal for democracy • the supreme court
The triumphs, later years and death of America's only president to serve more than two terms of office.
president franklin roosevelt • the new deal coalition • the first 100 days • arsenal for democracy • the supreme court
Review: The Day After Peace
Pessimism and optimism vie for each other as one watches Jeremy Gilley's documentary. The idea is noble but will it work in a world that seems to be getting more violent?
day after peace • documentary film by jeremy gilley • peace day • september 21 • peace one day
Pessimism and optimism vie for each other as one watches Jeremy Gilley's documentary. The idea is noble but will it work in a world that seems to be getting more violent?
day after peace • documentary film by jeremy gilley • peace day • september 21 • peace one day
Road Trip
There's nothing like the feeling of hitting the open road or simply being able to come and go as you please, without having to rely on someone else.
disability • driving • vehicle • accessible • adaptations
There's nothing like the feeling of hitting the open road or simply being able to come and go as you please, without having to rely on someone else.
disability • driving • vehicle • accessible • adaptations
Teddy Bears – Over a Century of Soft Plush Toys
Children and adults enjoy the gift of a soft, cuddly plush toy. Teddy Bears, popular toys for over one hundreds years, are also great collectible items.
steiff germany • gotta getta gund • vermont teddy bear • plush toys • children's gifts
Children and adults enjoy the gift of a soft, cuddly plush toy. Teddy Bears, popular toys for over one hundreds years, are also great collectible items.
steiff germany • gotta getta gund • vermont teddy bear • plush toys • children's gifts
The Ultimate Cosmo Girl
A look at the career of the ultimate Cosmo girl, former editor-in-chief Helen Gurley Brown.
sex • single • girl • women • helen gurley brown
A look at the career of the ultimate Cosmo girl, former editor-in-chief Helen Gurley Brown.
sex • single • girl • women • helen gurley brown
Time and Memories
While remembering my Mother's mom I have discovered that the women in my life have inherited a great emotional strength.
grandmother • strength • memories • family history
While remembering my Mother's mom I have discovered that the women in my life have inherited a great emotional strength.
grandmother • strength • memories • family history
Why Not Possess A Personal Primate - Part 2
Health issues to consider when thinking about sharing your life with a primate.
primate • monkey • ape
Health issues to consider when thinking about sharing your life with a primate.
primate • monkey • ape
2009 Wheelchair Rugby Sites Set
The International Wheelchair and Amputee Sports Federation (IWAS) Executive Board has awarded the 2009 regional wheelchair rugby championships to Denmark and New Zealand.
wheelchair rugby • quad rugby • murderball • quad rugby rules • international wheelchair and amputee sports federa
The International Wheelchair and Amputee Sports Federation (IWAS) Executive Board has awarded the 2009 regional wheelchair rugby championships to Denmark and New Zealand.
wheelchair rugby • quad rugby • murderball • quad rugby rules • international wheelchair and amputee sports federa
20th Century Triumph: Disability Rights + Computer Technology
The co-evolution of the disability rights movement and modern technology--the most significant outcome of the 20<SUP>th</SUP> Century.
assistive technology • disability rights • ed roberts • independent living • computers
The co-evolution of the disability rights movement and modern technology--the most significant outcome of the 20<SUP>th</SUP> Century.
assistive technology • disability rights • ed roberts • independent living • computers
A Profile of Sir Arthur C. Clarke
The creator of Childhood's End, Rendezvous With Rama, and 2001: A Space Odyssey is almost as well-known for his non-fiction and popularizations of science as for his SF.
sir arthur c. clarke • childhood's end • 2001:a space odyssey • the deep range • sfwa
The creator of Childhood's End, Rendezvous With Rama, and 2001: A Space Odyssey is almost as well-known for his non-fiction and popularizations of science as for his SF.
sir arthur c. clarke • childhood's end • 2001:a space odyssey • the deep range • sfwa
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