Slide 1
... Fever – a rise in body temperature due to the inability of the white blood cells to completely destroy a pathogen Antigen – molecules that the immune system recognizes as not part of the body (foreign) ...
... Fever – a rise in body temperature due to the inability of the white blood cells to completely destroy a pathogen Antigen – molecules that the immune system recognizes as not part of the body (foreign) ...
Lecture 1: Introduction to Disease
... disease only when some weakening of the patient by another factor allows infection to proceed unrestrained, at least for a while. Theories of disease must account for the surprising fact that, in any community, a large percentage of healthy and normal individuals continually harbor potentially patho ...
... disease only when some weakening of the patient by another factor allows infection to proceed unrestrained, at least for a while. Theories of disease must account for the surprising fact that, in any community, a large percentage of healthy and normal individuals continually harbor potentially patho ...
Department Colloquium Speaker: Scott Greenhalgh, Queen`s
... Abstract: Differential equation models of infectious disease have undergone many theoretical extensions that have proved invaluable for the evaluation of disease spread. For instance, while one traditionally uses a bilinear term to describe the incidence rate of infection, physically more realistic ...
... Abstract: Differential equation models of infectious disease have undergone many theoretical extensions that have proved invaluable for the evaluation of disease spread. For instance, while one traditionally uses a bilinear term to describe the incidence rate of infection, physically more realistic ...
MICROBIOLOGY
... provided proof that a bacterium causes anthrax using experimental steps now called the Koch’s Postulates ...
... provided proof that a bacterium causes anthrax using experimental steps now called the Koch’s Postulates ...
First principles and epidemiological applications of nonlinear recovery rate
... Abstract: Differential equation models of infectious disease have undergone many theoretical extensions that have proved invaluable for the evaluation of disease spread. For instance, while one traditionally uses a bilinear term to describe the incidence rate of infection, physically more realistic ...
... Abstract: Differential equation models of infectious disease have undergone many theoretical extensions that have proved invaluable for the evaluation of disease spread. For instance, while one traditionally uses a bilinear term to describe the incidence rate of infection, physically more realistic ...
Tuberculosis Fact Sheet - NC Department of Labor
... Extensively drug-resistant TB (XDR TB) is a rare type of MDR TB. XDR TB is defined as TB that is resistant to first-line drugs, plus resistant to any fluoroquinolone and at least one of three injectable second-line drugs. XDR TB is of special concern for persons with HIV infection or other condition ...
... Extensively drug-resistant TB (XDR TB) is a rare type of MDR TB. XDR TB is defined as TB that is resistant to first-line drugs, plus resistant to any fluoroquinolone and at least one of three injectable second-line drugs. XDR TB is of special concern for persons with HIV infection or other condition ...
Chapter 21: Infectious Diseases Affecting the Digestive System
... • Transmission occurs through – the fecal-oral route – direct person-to-person contact – contact with infected surfaces • Recent outbreaks have been seen on cruise ships • They are highly contagious • Dehydration is the most common complication • The Coxsackie virus is an enterovirus infection • Dif ...
... • Transmission occurs through – the fecal-oral route – direct person-to-person contact – contact with infected surfaces • Recent outbreaks have been seen on cruise ships • They are highly contagious • Dehydration is the most common complication • The Coxsackie virus is an enterovirus infection • Dif ...
SAPA Winter 1-13
... Microorganisms can develop antibiotic resistance through various ways and infections from resistant organisms can be difficult to treat. For example, stopping antibiotic therapy too soon, even if the patient feels better, can lead to recurrence of the infection or the development of antibiotic-resis ...
... Microorganisms can develop antibiotic resistance through various ways and infections from resistant organisms can be difficult to treat. For example, stopping antibiotic therapy too soon, even if the patient feels better, can lead to recurrence of the infection or the development of antibiotic-resis ...
Borrelia burgdorferi
... • Shows a deep brown color by silver stain. • Can be cultured in rabbit testicle but can not grow in vitro • Sensitive to temperature and dryness ...
... • Shows a deep brown color by silver stain. • Can be cultured in rabbit testicle but can not grow in vitro • Sensitive to temperature and dryness ...
Rapid response to infection
... Spleen: Antibody production; holding site for lymphocytes, RBCs, and macrophages Lymph Nodes: WBCs accumulate; Filter pathogens from lymph ...
... Spleen: Antibody production; holding site for lymphocytes, RBCs, and macrophages Lymph Nodes: WBCs accumulate; Filter pathogens from lymph ...
Frequent bacterial skin and soft tissue infections: diagnostic
... with community-associated MRSA (cMRSA) such as recurrent furuncles in otherwise healthy children and adults, rapidly developing necroses, or progressive cutaneous abscesses, especially in returnees from endemic areas (USA, Pacific Asia). Classic erysipelas is defined as a non-purulent infection by be ...
... with community-associated MRSA (cMRSA) such as recurrent furuncles in otherwise healthy children and adults, rapidly developing necroses, or progressive cutaneous abscesses, especially in returnees from endemic areas (USA, Pacific Asia). Classic erysipelas is defined as a non-purulent infection by be ...
4.-autoimmunity-and
... surface proteins of the body’s own cells and surface proteins on foreign cells and therefore attacks body cells. • The immune response against our own self cells is ...
... surface proteins of the body’s own cells and surface proteins on foreign cells and therefore attacks body cells. • The immune response against our own self cells is ...
Organ and Tissue Criteria Guidelines
... KODA should also be notified of the severe brain injured or neurologically compromised patient, on a ventilator, of which the decision is being considered to decelerate or stop care. Contact KODA as soon as you are aware that this is being considered by the family and/or the healthcare team. The ear ...
... KODA should also be notified of the severe brain injured or neurologically compromised patient, on a ventilator, of which the decision is being considered to decelerate or stop care. Contact KODA as soon as you are aware that this is being considered by the family and/or the healthcare team. The ear ...
ICAR Announcement in NCHCFA Weekly UPDATE, May 18
... OF PUBLIC HEALTH (DPH) TO BOLSTER INFECTION CONTROL PRACTICE….On April 3, NCHCFA sent a letter from NC SPICE to each facility describing this initiative. This is an opportunity for expert assessment and consultation regarding your infection control systems. This initiative is not affiliated with C ...
... OF PUBLIC HEALTH (DPH) TO BOLSTER INFECTION CONTROL PRACTICE….On April 3, NCHCFA sent a letter from NC SPICE to each facility describing this initiative. This is an opportunity for expert assessment and consultation regarding your infection control systems. This initiative is not affiliated with C ...
CHILDHOOD ILLNESSES
... application of an antibiotic ointment, such as Spectrocin, Bacitracin, or Polysporin. INFECTION An invasion of micro-organisms in the body which cause disease is called an infection. Examples are upper respiratory infections (colds) and ear infections. MEASLES Measles is the most serious of the comm ...
... application of an antibiotic ointment, such as Spectrocin, Bacitracin, or Polysporin. INFECTION An invasion of micro-organisms in the body which cause disease is called an infection. Examples are upper respiratory infections (colds) and ear infections. MEASLES Measles is the most serious of the comm ...
CHILDHOOD ILLNESSES
... application of an antibiotic ointment, such as Spectrocin, Bacitracin, or Polysporin. INFECTION An invasion of micro-organisms in the body which cause disease is called an infection. Examples are upper respiratory infections (colds) and ear infections. MEASLES Measles is the most serious of the comm ...
... application of an antibiotic ointment, such as Spectrocin, Bacitracin, or Polysporin. INFECTION An invasion of micro-organisms in the body which cause disease is called an infection. Examples are upper respiratory infections (colds) and ear infections. MEASLES Measles is the most serious of the comm ...
Diseases of the Digestive System Notes
... 4) Without treatment, symptoms include high fever (103-104o), malaise, stomach pains, loss of appetite and in some cases a rash develops a) the fever can last for weeks-months if not treated; 2-3 days with treatment 5) Symptoms usually pass in about a month but patients may still harbor and spread t ...
... 4) Without treatment, symptoms include high fever (103-104o), malaise, stomach pains, loss of appetite and in some cases a rash develops a) the fever can last for weeks-months if not treated; 2-3 days with treatment 5) Symptoms usually pass in about a month but patients may still harbor and spread t ...
Hand Infections - American Society for Surgery of the Hand
... Hand infections can cause severe problems that persist even after the infection has resolved, such as stiffness, loss of strength, and loss of tissues such as skin, nerve and bone. Thus, early and aggressive treatment of hand infections is essential. When seen early, some types of infection can be t ...
... Hand infections can cause severe problems that persist even after the infection has resolved, such as stiffness, loss of strength, and loss of tissues such as skin, nerve and bone. Thus, early and aggressive treatment of hand infections is essential. When seen early, some types of infection can be t ...
Epidemics and Pandemics What is an epidemic?
... Airborne transmission - Infection can also travel through the air, usually when a person coughs or sneezes. Examples of airborne diseases include influenza, measles, and tuberculosis. Foods and water - Some diseases can be spread through infected food or water. Examples include cholera, dysentery, a ...
... Airborne transmission - Infection can also travel through the air, usually when a person coughs or sneezes. Examples of airborne diseases include influenza, measles, and tuberculosis. Foods and water - Some diseases can be spread through infected food or water. Examples include cholera, dysentery, a ...
Chapter One and Two:
... Heredity: all the traits and properties that are passed along biologically from both parents to child. Resistance Skills: techniques that can help you refuse when you are urged to take part in an unsafe or unhealthful behavior. Goal: something you aim for that takes planning and work. Risk: actions ...
... Heredity: all the traits and properties that are passed along biologically from both parents to child. Resistance Skills: techniques that can help you refuse when you are urged to take part in an unsafe or unhealthful behavior. Goal: something you aim for that takes planning and work. Risk: actions ...
The Immune System
... chemicals – Fungi: pierce cells and absorb the nutrients – Protozoans: single celled protista (eukaryotes) – Parasites: grow and feed on a host ...
... chemicals – Fungi: pierce cells and absorb the nutrients – Protozoans: single celled protista (eukaryotes) – Parasites: grow and feed on a host ...
File
... Are more virulent and can cause diseases in a normal person. • Opportunistic pathogens : Are typically members of normal flora and cause diseases when they are introduced into unprotected sites, usually occur in people with underlying conditions. ...
... Are more virulent and can cause diseases in a normal person. • Opportunistic pathogens : Are typically members of normal flora and cause diseases when they are introduced into unprotected sites, usually occur in people with underlying conditions. ...
Animal Diseases
... Epizootic: disease that effects a large number of animals in a short period of time in a particular area (larger area than enzootic) Example = ...
... Epizootic: disease that effects a large number of animals in a short period of time in a particular area (larger area than enzootic) Example = ...
Infection
Infection is the invasion of an organism's body tissues by disease-causing agents, their multiplication, and the reaction of host tissues to these organisms and the toxins they produce. Infectious disease, also known as transmissible disease or communicable disease, is illness resulting from an infection.Infections are caused by infectious agents including viruses, viroids, prions, bacteria, nematodes such as parasitic roundworms and pinworms, arthropods such as ticks, mites, fleas, and lice, fungi such as ringworm, and other macroparasites such as tapeworms and other helminths.Hosts can fight infections using their immune system. Mammalian hosts react to infections with an innate response, often involving inflammation, followed by an adaptive response.Specific medications used to treat infections include antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, antiprotozoals, and antihelminthics. Infectious diseases resulted in 9.2 million deaths in 2013 (about 17% of all deaths). The branch of medicine that focuses on infections is referred to as Infectious Disease.