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2.1. Ivermectin in Mass drug administration (MDA): A miracle drug, or a double sword in the elimination programs Ivermectin has been used in several hundreds of millions of individuals within the onchocerciasis and lymphatic filariasis MDA control programs and is considered well tolerated[59]. The drug has shown good efficacy against several other parasitic infections, such as soil-transmitted helminth infections, pediculosis, and cutaneous larva migrans [87]. A reduction of the transmission of…

Raven Medicals is a rapidly growing company that was established in 2000 by CEO Joel Kale. It has its headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts and currently employs around 2000 individuals. It has a laboratory space in Waltham, Massachusetts and a manufacturing plant in Foxborough, Massachusetts that follows GMP procedures and ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016. Raven Medicals have a range of medical devices in market such as surgical products, orthopaedic implants and surgical sealants. It is now…

Special Populations Massage Special populations massage is for a group of people that have distinctive life circumstances that set them apart from the typical adult population. In special population, contraindications maybe different that in a clinical application massage, therefore more information is required about the individual so that the planning of the massage may go without any complications. Special populations is different than clinical application massage, due to special populations…

INTRODUCTION Every organism plays an important role in our life. Just like plants, they have their own identity to help improve our way of living for today and for the future. In the field of medicine, plants can be utilized as sources of pharmaceutical substances. On the other hand, microorganisms occur almost everywhere in nature and affect the well-being of people in many ways. Different microbial species normally inhabit various parts of our bodies, such as the oral cavity, skin and…

INTRODUCTION Prosthodontic treatment modalities are evolving as the demographics are moving towards an aging population; Dental implantology is now widely accepted and well established as the prosthodontic treatment option for missing dentition. Population surveys have revealed that there will be a dramatically need for rehabilitating the elders.1 This trend would lead to increased prevalence of partially edentulous patients and decrease in total quantity of completely edentulous patients2,3 so…

Congestive Heart Failure or CHF is a disease that makes it hard for the body to pump enough oxygen-rich blood to the body's organs. The heart muscle becomes damaged from other conditions such as myocardial ischemia, hypertension and arrhythmia. When this happens the heart is very weak, but it works too hard to efficiently pump enough oxygen-rich blood to the body resulting in life-threatening congestion. Congestive heart failure can affect all ages, from children to the elderly. Almost five…

Listerine Ultraclean Antiseptic Evaluation Amy M. Brix College of Southern Nevada Abstract The product, Listerine Ultraclean Antiseptic, is evaluated for its claims and effectiveness. This product is available to the general public and can be found easily at an affordable price. Directions for the mouthrinse’s use are discussed. The product is contraindicated for patients with certain characteristics. The claim of long lasting freshness is studied and compared to other mouthrinses…

What does the classic triad of normal pressure hydrocephalus correctly consists of? A: Gait disturbance, aphasia, dementia • The reason this is the wrong answer is because aphasia is not consider to be part of the triad in normal pressure hydrocephalus. It is possible for some patient exhibit symptoms of aphasia, agnosia and apraxia which are known as cortical features. B: Gait disturbance, urinary incontinence, dementia • Normal Pressure hydrocephalus is a condition caused by enlarged…

Cardiovascular System Have you ever felt your heart racing before a big exam? How about after running a marathon? That fast, steady pace, making you breathe heavily. This is part of your cardiovascular system. A larger system made up of your heart system and circulatory system. The heart works to push out about 5 liters, on average, of blood every minute, to the organs, tissues and cells of the human body. This hard working organ, fully matured is only about the size of your clenched fist. Each…

Casey Cep, a writer for The New Yorker, wrote an article entitled “The Pointlessness of Unplugging”, which suggests that unplugging from technology is pointless because it is deeply embedded in our daily lives and we can’t function without it. In the conclusion of her piece she states, “Let’s not mistake such experiments in asceticism for a sustainable way of life” (Cep). Asceticism describes a lifestyle characterized by abstinence from worldly pleasures (greed, ambition, pride, sex and…