Common Medical Conditions: Symptoms, Treatments, and Management
Arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis is the medical term for hardening of the arteries.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
COPD is a chronic lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe.
Causes of Hypertension
- Gender: Men under 60 are more likely to have hypertension than women.
- Older age
- Race
- Genetics
- Overweight or obesity
Non-Pharmacological Treatment for Diabetes
- Use of non-nutritive sweeteners to replace sugar for calorie and carbohydrate control.
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes insipidus is an uncommon
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Health Promotion in Adults and the Elderly
Adult Program (25-64 Years Old)
1A. Health Problems
Adult Health: Leading causes of death include violence, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and digestive diseases.
Morbidity: Common health issues include digestive diseases, trauma, musculoskeletal disorders, mental health disorders, and more. Chronic diseases and accidents are significant concerns for adults.
Levels of Prevention
- Primary
- Secondary
- Tertiary
1B. Program Objectives
- Reduce the number of people with
Glucocorticoid, Mineralocorticoid, and Androgenic Function Assessment
Glucocorticoid Function
A single determination of cortisol or ACTH in blood is of little use, as their levels vary throughout the day (peak episodic secretion, circadian changes, influence of stress, etc.).
If the sample is drawn in the morning at 8:00 AM without stress, plasma cortisol concentration is 10-25 µg/dL, while at night (11:00 PM) it is usually less than 6 µg/dL. The determination of ACTH in both petrosal sinuses may help lateralize the location of an ACTH-secreting pituitary adenoma.
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History of Community Pharmacy in India
British India Era
The roots of community pharmacy in India can be traced back to the British colonial period. During this time, the profession was primarily business-oriented, with practitioners referred to as “drug sellers” or “drug dispensers.” Scotch M. Bathgate established the first chemist shop in Kolkata in 1811, marking the inception of pharmacy practice in India. Pharmacy education under British rule commenced at Madras Medical School in December 1860,
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History of Community Pharmacy in India
The genesis of community pharmacy practice in India can be traced back to British India when the profession was primarily business-oriented. Professionals were called drug sellers or drug dispensers. Scotch M. Bathgate opened the first chemist shop in Kolkata in 1811, marking the starting point of pharmacy practice in India. Pharmacy education under British rule began at Madras Medical School in December 1860, offering a 2-year course.
In Goa, under Portuguese
Read MoreThe Great Gatsby: Chapter Summaries and Analysis
Chapter 6
Rumors about Gatsby continue to swirl in New York. Nick decides to reveal Gatsby’s true past, starting with his birth as James Gatz on a North Dakota farm. Gatsby attended college but dropped out due to financial struggles. He worked on Lake Superior and met Dan Cody, a wealthy copper mogul, who hired him as a personal assistant. Gatsby traveled with Cody, developing a love for wealth and luxury. When Cody died, Gatsby was cheated out of his inheritance, fueling his ambition to become rich
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