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Articles related to "Sickle Cell Anemia"
AIDS Viral Peptide Delivers A viral protein that can place useful proteins into cells has been discovered. aids • tat • protein • phenylketonuria • cystic fibrosis
Constance Tom Noguchi - Researcher and Mentor Constance Tom Noguchi is Molecular Cell Biology Section Chief at the Laboratory of Chemical Biology, National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health. She is a well-known mentor to science and medical students and teachers. constance tom noguchi • sickle cell anemia • nih • niddk • nuclear physics
How to Control Sickle Cell Anemia Sickle cell anemia is deformed red blood cells because of inadequate oxygen. This can be prevented or controlled with nutrients that keep the hemoglobin healthy. sickle cell anemia • red blood cells • hemoglobin • circulation of oxygen • ulcers and infections
Pauling and Sickle Cell Anemia A summary of the research of Linus Pauling's Team in 1949 which led to his coining the term "Molecular Disease" sickle cell anemia • linus pauling • molecular disease • dna • hemoglobin
Newborn Screening Tests Before your newborn leaves the hospital (and even the delivery room), he or she has already completed a range of tests that assess overall health and screen for various abnormalities of body chemistry. newborn • screening • baby • babies • screen
The Structure of a Human Red Blood Cell Red blood cells have a unique shape and inner components that allow them to efficiently transport oxygen and direct the elimination of carbon dioxide. red blood cell • sickle cell anemia • erythrocyte • macrocytic • hemoglobin
WHEN THE UNEXPECTED HAPPENS Pediatric strokes, definition, causes, treatment, and prognosis. children and strokes • strokes • children's disabilities • disability • disabilities
Sickle Cell Disease Sickle cell disease can result in complications for individuals who inherit it. sickle cell disease • sickle cell crisis • sickle cell trait • sickle cell gene • hemoglobin s
XYY Syndrome Genetic research has often been used to find causes of disease. But what happens when a genetic abnormality is linked to criminal behavior? xyy syndrome • national institutes of health • nih • genetic research • genetic disorders
Purpose of Newborn Screening Programs Many public health departments promote newborn screening through a routine blood and hearing test performed at the hospital after birth to detect rare conditions. newborn screening • test newborn babies • screen newborn babies • genetic tests for babies • genetic tests for newborns
Storing Umbilical Cord Blood Evidence that stem cells from umbilical cord blood is a rich resource is quite clear. What is unclear is whether private storage is a wise investment for parents. umbilical cord blood storage • stem cells • cord blood • donation • diseases
H1N1 Swine Flu Antiviral Therapy Oseltamivir and zanamivir are used to treat Influenza A H1N1 (swine flu).Patients at high risk for complications such as pneumonia should receive antiviral medicines. swine flu • novel flu h1n1 • influenza a • neuraminidase inhibitor • oseltamivir
Fifth Disease Five to fifteen-year olds beware! Fifth Disease is most common in children between these ages. It is an infectious disease in children that causes a widespread red rash. fifth disease • red rashes
Bad Language Too many are much too ready to correct others in the use of supposedly racist or sexist language when there's nothing to correct. race • gender • racism • sexism • hypocrisy
Banking Umbilical Cord Blood Umbilical cord blood contains stem cells that can be used to treat blood related disorders later in the child's life. umbilical cord blood • cord blood banking • cord blood • stem cells • blood disorders
Civil Rights Law Prevents Genetic DNA Testing Learn how a new civil rights law, GINA, protects individuals from discrimination in the workplace, as well as from insurance companies due to genetic testing. civil rights law • genetic dna testing • discriminatory • genetics testing • genetic testing
HBO's Brave New Voices Review HBO's Brave New Voices features young slam poets from across the world preparing for national competition in the midst of overcoming obstacles in their personal lives. brave new voices • russel simmons • russel simmons brave new voices • def poetry jam • stan lathan productions
Introduction to Gene Mutations in Humans Most changes in DNA aren't harmful, however, some can have a detrimental effect on health and development. types of mutations – hereditary • de novo and somatic • gene mutations and health and development • germ line mutations • acquired mutations
Linus Pauling Double Nobel Prize Winner Linus Pauling was a genius who described the chemical bond, protein structure and the benefits of Vitamin C and became the only person to win two unshared Nobel Prizes. chemistry • nobel prize • vitamin c • chemical bond • alpha helix
The Sidney Poitier Collection on DVD Four memorable performances in four memorable films make this a true collector's collection. sidney poitier collection • sidney poitier • legendary actor • classic films • breaking racial barriers in hollywood
Antebellum Trivia Interesting bits of history from everyday life in antebellum Louisiana. antebellum • louisiana • slave • yellow fever • immigrants
Are Stem Cells a Magic Bullet for Cancer? Embryonic stem cell research is ongoing, but has ethical issues. Adult stem cells offer new possibilities, i.e. give them embryonic-like traits, but bring new questions cancer • malignancy • embryonic stem cells • adult stem cells • cancer research
Ataxia in the Cajun Gene Pool Ataxia is a hereditary "shark" in the gene pool of the Cajun population. cajun • acadiana • ataxia • hereditary • disease
Chorionic Villus Sampling as a Prenatal Test Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) is a prenatal test that detects chromosomal abnormalities and genetic problems in the fetus. chorionic villus sampling • cvs • prenatal tests • birth defects • screening tests for pregnancy
Fibro What? Who has Fibromyalgia? What is fibromyalgia? How do doctors diagnose fibromyalgia? What are "tender points?" Find criteria for FMS diagnosis and links to myths, symptoms, and treatment. fibromyalgia • diagnose fibromyalgia • fibromyalgia syndrome • muscles hurt • fibro
Labels - Part II Many of the labels that educators deal with every day don't immediately come to mind when the general public this about educational disabilities. "Learning Disabilities" are the only disabilities... autism • emotional disturbance • behavior disorder • hearing impaired • vision impaired
Linking a Gene to Schizophrenia Examination of the DNA from multiple family groups afflicted with schizophrenia has identified a link to the gene for neuregulin-1, a key signaling factor in the brain. causes of schizophrenia • neuregulin and schizophrenia • what changes in the brain in schizophrenia • neurotransmitter alterations • who gets schizophrenia
Lupus and African-Americans African-Americans run a higher risk of developing lupus than do others. What do you know about spotting the warning signs? lupus • sle • systemic lupus erythmatosus • autoimmune • rheumatoid
Preparing For Pregnancy: High Risk Factors While some pregnancies may start out normal – they may end up being high risk. Those conditions such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, placenta problems and such occur after the pregnancy is established and then deem the pregnancy high risk. Today I want to talk about factors that are preexisting and will cause the pregnancy to be a high risk right from the beginning. high risk • placenta abrupto • placenta previa • ultra sounds • pregnancy
Pulmonary Hypertension Not to be confused with the blood pressure measured with a cuff on the arm, PHT affects only the arteries that supply the lungs. pulmonary hypertension • primary pulmonary hypertension • secondary pulmonary hypertension • signs of pulmonary hypertension • treatment of pulmonary hypertension
Revatio - Treatment for Pulmonary Hypertension Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension is unusually high blood pressure within the pulmonary circuit. Revatio is used to treat PAH by helping blood vessels relax. revatio • sildanefil citrate • viagra • pulmonary hypertension • pah
Strokes and African American Women A frightening statistic: One half of all African American women will die from heart disease or stroke according to the National Stroke Association. stroke • stroke warnings • stroke treatments • stroke preventions • stroke diets
What is the Spleen? As part of the body's immune system, the spleen appears to be a gland but has no ducts and does not produce any hormones. It manufactures lymphocytes to fight bacteria. spleen • living without a spleen • splenectomy • antibodies • lymphocyte
What the A1C Number Means This key test can really let the doctor know how well, or how badly, blood sugar levels are controlled. a1c • a1c blood test • hemoglobin a1c • diabetes • diabetes tests
Causes of Male Infertility Often, couples unable to conceive overlook the fact that a high percentage of infertility cases involve a male factor. Male infertility has several causes. male infertility • causes of male infertility • male factor fertility issues • absence of sperm • low semen levels
Common Myths About Evolution Despite scientists' certainty that evolution occurs, a large percentage of the population still harbors misconceptions about the theory. natural selection • charles darwin • origin of species • evolution vs. creationism • intelligent design
Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common male health issue. Risk factors and causes of male impotency are well defined and numerous treatment options are available. erectile dysfunction • male impotence • mens health • male enhancement • ed
H1N1 Swine Flu in High Risk Populations The H1N1 swine flu or seasonal flu in high risk populations can cause serious complications requiring hospitalization. It is imperative these individuals get vaccinated. h1n1 • swine flu • influenza • seasonal flu • flu
How Cells Fight DNA Damage Genetic disorders afflict millions and are caused either by inherited or acquired DNA mutations. This article outlines some ways human cells have for fighting DNA damage. dna damage • dna repair • dna mutations • genetic disorder • genetic disorders
Marian Anderson: One of the World's Greatest Singers Profile of Marian Anderson, who became the first African American to sing an important role at the Metropolitan Opera as a regular company member. african americans • african american women • african american singers • metropolitan opera
Retroviruses Retroviruses are a diverse group of RNA-containing viruses that contribute to several human diseases. They may one day be exploited to cure illnesses, too. human retroviruses • retrovirus hiv aids • retrovirus chronic fatigue syndrome me myalgic enc • retrovirus prostate cancer • retrovirus vectors
Scientist Linus Pauling Biography Brief biography of chemist Linus Pauling, so far the only Nobel laureate of two unshared Nobel Prizes, Chemistry and Peace, and known for The Nature of the Chemical Bond. linus pauling • scientist pauling biography • pauling vitamin c • pauling chemical bonding • pauling books
The Risks Of Pregnancy After 35 There are increased risks associated with pregnancy over 35. With pregnancy becoming more popular later in life, it's important to know the risks. pregnancy over 35 • age and pregnancy • pregnancy in older women • birth defects • down syndrome
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
Victory Junction Gang Camp The Victory Junction Gang Camp. An offering by the Petty family to provide rewarding life experiences to chronically ill children. winston cup racing • auto racing • nascar • nascar racing • winston cup
Educational Disabilities: a Brief Overview A brief look at the different types of educational disabilities greg cruey • special education • individuals with disabilities education act • idea • educational disability
Educational Disabilities: a Brief Overview A brief look at the different types of educational disabilities greg cruey • special education • individuals with disabilities education act • idea • educational disability
St. Louis Rams have thier own Superman Louis and Virginia Carter adorned their infant son's room with Superman posters and decorations, hoping in some strange way that the powers of the superhero would transfer to little Kevin, who was born with eyes that did not work. superman • posters • and • decorations • hoping |
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