...Japan’s Economic Malaise In 1989 Japan was widely viewed as an economic super-power. After three decades of robust economic growth it had risen to become the world’s second-largest economy. Japanese companies seemed to be obliterating entire American industries, from automobiles and semiconductors to earthmoving equipment and consumer electronics. Japanese companies were buying assets in the United States, including movie studios (Universal Studios and Columbia Pictures), golf courses (Pebble Beach), and real estate (the Rockefeller Center in New York). The stock market was booming, the Nikkei index hitting an all-time high of 38,957 in December 1989, an increase of more than 600 percent since 1980. Property prices had risen so much that one square mile of Tokyo was said to be worth more than the entire United States. Books were written about the Japanese threat to American dominance. Management theorists praised Japanese companies for their strategic savvy and management excellence. Economists were predicting that Japan would overtake America to become the world’s largest economy by 2010. It didn’t happen. In quick succession the stock market collapsed and property prices rapidly followed it down. Japanese banks, which had financed much of the boom in asset prices with easy money, now found their balance sheets loaded with bad debt, and they sharply contracted lending. As the stock market plunged and property prices imploded, individuals saw their net worth shrink. Japanese...
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...The Ebola Virus 10 out of 10 people infected with it will die with die with it. It is airborne. It is 100 times more contagious than AIDS. It has no known origin, vaccination or cure. It kills you in such a way that even highly trained professionals get sick from just hearing about the effects. It is real and it has started its attack on the human race. Mrs. Landau and fellow classmates. The symptoms I have just described to you are real. These are symptoms to a real and fatal virus. The virus's name is Ebola and it has started its burn into our society. Like the AIDS virus, nothing really is known about it except its effect on people. Like the AIDS virus, there is no cure, treatment or vaccination. Unlike the AIDS virus which can take up to 8 to 10 years to kill you, this virus can take as little as to 8 to 10 hours to result fatally. It starts off with a fever and symptoms of the flu. Then the muscles in your face stop moving freezing your face into a mask. Just before death, you start to bleed from every opening in your body starting from your nose and mouth to your gums. Your internal organs liquefy and you vomit them up. In reality, the virus has attempted to turn its host into a virus. You are dead before you have even started to show signs of this virus. It is believed that it is some sort of mutated form of AIDS because it started in the original spot as AIDS did, Kinshasa and moved along the highway ripping its way through Northern Africa....
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...International Effort to Combat Ebola By : Karinna – FE – Management – 2014 karinnali@yahoo.com / 081282689585 The disease that sent the world into frenzy used to be HIV AIDS, now, we have a new source of people anxiety, Ebola. There’s practically no one in this whole world that hasn’t heard about Ebola. The first Ebola case happened in 1976, simultaneously in 2 places, one in a village near the Ebola River in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the other in a remote area of Sudan. Since then, Ebola has not been noticed by the international world until the current outbreak happened in March 2014 in West Africa Now, the number of death caused by ebola has reach over 4.000 and still counting. The countries with the highest death number caused by ebola are Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone. The disease, however, has now spread to other countries out of the Africa continent. United States of America got it’s first ebola case earlier this month. Thomas Eric Duncan travelled from Liberia to USA on September 20 and died on October 8, just a week after he was diagnosed with ebola. The extremly high death rate, up to 90%, has made many countries take precaution to prevent eloba to spread or infect their country. One of US airport, JFK, located in New York, has started to do inspection towards passengers and crew arriving from the three countries with most patients suffering from ebola. JFK is now doing health screening and ask the passengers series of questions about wheter they have...
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...Winter is coming up quickly and we all know what that means: GERMS. Yes that dreaded five letter word that seems so much more prevalent in winter months. For years the question has been asked, why do viruses spread so much faster in winter than in summer? There are many different theories as to why germs seem to spread faster in winter months. 1. Many of us are stuck indoors in tight quarters 2. The lack of sunlight makes a person lose vitamin D, an important vitamin to our immune system 3. People touch surfaces, then another touches the same surface, and another and another, until it spreads Then everyone brings that home. They touch cabinets, open drawers, pet their dogs or cats, use the television remote, and the germs continue to spread. Cold and Influenza or worse, the dreaded stomach bug, begin to spread from person to person. People miss work, children miss school. There are a few important steps to protecting yourself and your family's health. 1. Wash your hands. Don't touch food, or your face unless the digits are clean. 2. Take your vitamins. Vitamin D is an important immune booster we lose with the lack of sun. 3. If your child is ill, do not send them to school. Not only can they infect other children, but with their immunity low, they can be at risk for other secondary infections. Wait 24 hours after the last serious symptom. Most importantly, maintain a clean house. It is so important to keep a clean living environment to slow the spread of germs. Not to...
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...Personal Impact Paper The personal impact that chronic disease has on patients, is extremely devastating. "Mention of chronic Lyme disease raises temperatures, not only among patients, but also among the experts who are trying to untangle exactly what chronic Lyme disease is" (Rowe, 2000 pg1). With a chronic disease, such as Lyme disease LD patients are faced with many challenges. Some that will be outlined in this paper. Which are social, financial and personal effects that this disease can have on a person. As well as what a patient has to go through when learning about their disease and living through the experience. Lastly, this paper will touch on the motivators that can be used when maintaining a positive outlook on the patient's life. When discussing what is Lyme disease many thoughts come to head because Lyme's disease is a complex yet very silent disease. This disease is known as "The great Imitator" (Lymedisease.org 2013) this is because the symptoms that arise are like other well known diseases. Some examples of these diseases are; Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, Depression and Rheumatoid Arthritis (Lymedisease.org 2013). By the time that Lyme's disease is diagnosis the symptoms and the disease process have become chronic. When someone gets infected this disease with the Lyme spirochetes, which is a poppy like size tick (Lymedisease.org 2013). The most common forms of testing are the Elisa and the Western Blot. These test are...
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...Imagine being able to remove ugly, unseemly warts for good. When you suffer from warts, you feel uncomfortable at the beach. Even on hot days, you wear long sleeves to hide the warts on your elbow. You have tried freezing them off, but nothing seems to work. Do you suffer from unseemly warts? Have you tried freezing off your warts without any success? Do your warts keep coming back no matter what you do? When you suffer from warts, it can affect your life. You are afraid of what your date will think when she sees the warts on your arm. During hot weather, you are stuck in long-sleeved shirts and pants because you do not want anyone to see your warts. While warts are a common problem, you do not have to live with them. Through the best way to get rid of warts, you can quickly start a wart-free life. Imagine . . . Being able to take off your shoes or jacket without being embarrassed. No longer worrying about going to the beach. Being able to enjoy smooth, beautiful skin. Finally getting rid of your warts for good. Even when you get wart removal from the doctor, it does not always help. Hypnosis for warts can actually help you get rid of the warts. Research studies now show that hypnotic suggestion can help your warts go away. In research studies, wart sufferers were divided into three groups. One group was given no treatment. The second group was given a placebo treatment. The last group was given hypnosis for warts. In the study, the last group showed the best success...
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...Identify the targeted population. HIV/Aids • Gather data about the population demographics. More than 1.1 million people in the United States are living with HIV infection, and almost 1 in 5 (18.1%) are unaware of their infection Gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM),1 particularly young black/African American MSM, are most seriously affected by HIV. By race, blacks/African Americans face the most severe burden of HIV CDC estimates that 1,148,200 persons aged 13 years and older are living with HIV infection, including 207,600 (18.1%) who are unaware of their infection.1 Over the past decade, the number of people living with HIV has increased, while the annual number of new HIV infections has remained relatively stable. Still, the pace of new infections continues at far too high a level— particularly among certain groups. HIV Incidence (new infections): The estimated incidence of HIV has remained stable overall in recent years, at about 50,000 new HIV infections per year.2Within the overall estimates, however, some groups are affected more than others. MSM continue to bear the greatest burden of HIV infection, and among races/ethnicities, African Americans continue to be disproportionately affected. HIV Diagnoses (new diagnoses, regardless of when infection occurred): In 2011, an estimated 49,273 people were diagnosed with HIV infection in the United States. In that same year, an estimated 32,052 people were diagnosed with AIDS...
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...MONONUCLEOSIS Also known as “MONO” Mononucleosis is a common illness that can leave you feeling tired and weak for weeks or months. It goes away on its own, but lots of rest and good self-care can help you feel better. Illness usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Often seen in teens and young adults, children can get the virus, but it often goes unnoticed because their symptoms are mild. Mono can be spread through contact with saliva, mucus from the nose, throat and sometimes tears. This is known as the kissing disease. However, Mononucleosis isn’t as contagious as some infections, such as the common cold. If you have mono, it’s important to be careful of certain complications such as an enlarged spleen. Rest and adequate fluids are key to recovery. Epstein-Barr is a very common virus. About 85% to 90% of American adults have developed antibodies by the time they are 40 years old. Which means that they have been infected with the virus at some point in their lives. This Disease is usually diagnosed based on the patient’s symptoms such as: Fever, swollen tonsils, and swollen lymph nodes in your neck and arm pits, skin rash and strep throat that doesn’t get better with antibiotic use. The doctor may order blood tests, particularly the mono spot test. Other blood tests, such as a complete blood count, might be done to see if the number of lymphocytes is higher than normal. Occasionally, titers of antibodies against the viruses that cause mono may need to be...
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...Problem | Problem Status | Date Started | Date Resolved | Date Inactivated | MALAISE AND FATIGUE [SNOMED-CT: 274574004] | Active | 04-03-2012 | NA | NA | Trochanteric tendinitis | Trochanteric bursitis, right hip [SNOMED-CT: 29210001] | Active | 11-23-2015 | NA | NA | Taking medication for chronic disease [SNOMED-CT: 432321000124101] | Active | 10-06-2015 | NA | NA | Osteoarthrosis, generalized, multiple sites [ICD10: M15.0] | Active | 10-06-2015 | NA | NA | Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement [ICD10: M05.79] | Active | 10-06-2015 | NA | NA | Snapping shoulder | Impingement syndrome of right shoulder [SNOMED-CT: 202337006] | Active | 10-06-2015 | NA | NA | Fibromyalgia [SNOMED-CT: 24693007] | Active | 10-06-2015 | NA | NA | Degeneration of lumbar intervertebral disc [SNOMED-CT: 26538006] | Active | 10-06-2015 | NA | NA | Trochanteric tendinitis | Trochanteric bursitis, left hip [SNOMED-CT: 29210001] | Active | 10-06-2015 | NA | NA | Moderate recurrent major depression [SNOMED-CT: 18818009] | Active | 10-06-2015 | NA | NA | Chronic fatigue syndrome [SNOMED-CT: 52702003] | Active | 10-06-2015 | NA | NA | DEPRESSIVE DISORDER NOT ELSEWHERE CLASSIFIED [SNOMED-CT: 274574004] | Active | 08-13-2009 | NA | NA | OSTEOARTHROSIS GENERALIZED INVOLVING UNSPECIFIED SITE [SNOMED-CT: 201819000] | Active | 08-22-2013 | NA | NA | RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS [SNOMED-CT: 69896004] | Active | 07-15-2008 | NA | NA | ...
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...Aaron Ashton Honors Sophmore Literature and Composition Mr. Lycos October 31,2014 Informational Reading : The Ebola Crisis Ebola. This virus has been in the news for quite a bit now, hasnt it? For those who dont really know about the Ebola virus, let me give you a brief, but precise explanation about it. The Ebola virus was first discovered in two African countries (Sudan and the Congo, then known as Zaire) in 1976. The affected reigon in Congo was near the Ebola River, which was how the virus got its name. Scientists believe the virus spread to humans who had contact with the blood or bodily fluids of infected animals, including bats, monkeys, chimpanzees, gorillas, forest antelope and porcupines (Courtsey Of Washington Post). What I learned from this particular article about Ebola is that for one, this virus can disguise itself like the common cold. It says in the article, What Is Ebola and How Do People Catch It? Says that the symptoms can include: Sudden onset of fever Muscle Aches Weakness Sore Throat These symptoms are also followed by: Vomiting Diarrhea And a Rash However, if you have the common cold, this does not mean that you have Ebola! Unfortaunately, I also learned that as this malignant virus progresses in the victims body, the victim develop internal bleeding in the internal organs and on the outside openings of the body. I also think that this particular article is very important for people to read because it...
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...1 Classification and Division Essay Coughing, sneezing, fevers, body aches- all things we dread when we are sick. Being sick is never fun and we are always trying to find new remedies and treatments to ease the discomfort and rid the sickness from our bodies as quick as possible rather than just waiting for it to run its course. These illnesses can be both viral and bacterial. Because I have been diagnosed with double pneumonia three times in the past I have learned from talking with my doctor that viral infections cannot be treated with antibiotics whereas bacterial infections can. There is still no cure for the common cold and although the flu and pneumonia can be treated with medications it is still wise to keep hydrated and rested until the symptoms pass. Through past experience with these illnesses as well as talking with my doctor about these subjects I have discovered many different specifications of each individual illness such as symptoms, complications, and proper treatment and prevention methods. Viral infections are the most common illnesses that we face. The Latin meaning for the word virus as found in the Merriam-Webster dictionary is toxin or poison. Your body recognizes viruses as intruders in the body and all of the complications that you face while sick, such as a runny nose, are the body’s mechanisms to get rid of them. But what most of us don’t know is that some viral infections are incurable, while others require specific medication and treatment, I...
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...This study was undertaken with the intention of determining if the vaccine could prevent HIV infection in HIV-negative individuals; reduce the amount of virus in those who do become HIV-infected during the study, or both. The benefit of the vaccine was that if found successful it would help in preventing HIV infection and whether the vaccine and or reduce the amount of virus in those who developed an infection. I any case the research study would backfire there was a risk o the participants getting infected therefore proper awareness was made to the members and had a perfect understanding of the entire process. (White) Throughout the trial, all participants received HIV risk-reduction counseling and various supplies, such as condoms, and information to help them avoid HIV infection. Initially, the study only enrolled individuals with low pre-existing antibodies to adenovirus type 5 (Ad 5) based on earlier indications that the vaccine would have the greatest potency for these persons; however, subsequent studies with the same vaccine lead to an amendment that opened participation to anyone who met the study’s inclusion criteria irrespective of pre-existing levels of adenovirus antibodies. The phase 2b `test-of-concept` study was designed to test Merck’s candidate HIV vaccine MRK Ads trivalent vaccine. The study was testing Merck’s candidate vaccine, the MRKAd5 HIV-1 gag, pol, nef trivalent vaccine, which is based on a weakened adenovirus (adenovirus type 5), a common virus that...
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...BIO 205- Final Exam: Study guide The Final Exam will include chapters covered in Topics 6, 7, and 8. There will be 40 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions. Here is an outline of the materials you will be tested on: Topic 6 Review Topic 6 quiz- study guide. Chapter 5 * Define pasteurization and explain the different methods with examples Chapter 20 * Explain any 2 mechanisms of acquiring resistance to antimicrobial drugs with one example for each. Topic 7 Chapter 21: streptococcal infections, Diphtheria, Common cold, Mycoplasmal pneumonia, Pertussis, TB, Influenza * Causative agent of strep throat * Toxin production in C. diphtheria * Vaccine for the common cold * Diseases of the lower respiratory tract * The characteristic virulence factor of S. pneumoniae * Mycoplasma * Mucociliary escalator * Treatment for diphtheria * Antigenic DRIFT vs. antigenic SHIFT * Explain why common cold is not treated with antibiotics. Chapter 22: Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Lyme, Varicella, Rubeola, Rubella, Mumps, warts, mycoses * The antimicrobial aspect(s) of the skin * Staphylococcal skin infection * MRSA * S. pyogenes- M protein * Lyme disease * Varicella * Shingles * MMR vaccine * Mycoses * Skin bacteria: humans living in the tropics vs in the desert * List and describe 3 microorganisms that are found in the normal microbiota of human skin...
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...Streptococcal Pharyngitis, Cold or Killer? For such a common illness strep throat, also known as Streptococcal Pharyngitis, can cause some serious problems that can lead to some major things later on. Some of these problems can include the infections spreading to other parts of the body and causing scarlet fever and other problems that can lead to other problems. Could Streptococcal Pharyngitis just be a little sickness everyone can get over on there own with no medicine like antibiotics and help from doctors or could it lead to something more serious? Streptococcal Pharyngitis is caused by a bacterial infection and can cause the throat to feel sore and scratchy. Streptococcal Pharyngitis is a somewhat common illness but having a sore throat doesn't mean you have strep having a sore throat is a very common thing so it could just be a sore throat so no need to worry if that is the only symptom you are experiencing. The bacteria that makes up Streptococcal Pharyngitis are in the shape of spheres. Streptococcal Pharyngitis then strands together into long string like formations. Streptococcal Pharyngitis is also a gram-positive bacteria. Because Streptococcal Pharyngitis is gram-positive it has a thick cell wall made from the protein named peptidoglycan. There is not much known about the history of Streptococcal Pharyngitis because the technology to see the bacterium that was causing any illnesses was not progressed enough at the time to see what was going on. Because of...
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...1. In the 1980s Japan was viewed as one of the world’s most dynamic economies. Today it is viewed as one of its most stagnant. Why has the Japanese economy stagnated? The Japanese has stagnated due to Japanese banks. The banks over lent, made it easy to borrow and in turn created bad debt, it make it difficult to replace the money borrowed and cause a deficit causing the deflation in the country. “The Nikkei average plunged from nearly 39,000 points in December 1989 to about 14,300 points in August 1992, thereby losing about 60% of its value. As a result, investors lost the equivalent of (U.S.) $2 trillion and property values plummeted by about $10 trillion. Property values in certain parts of the country declined by 70% and plunged Japan into a deep recession for 10-years.” (Alston, 2013) To summarize the stock market collapsed, property prices dropped, banks curtailed the easy lending practices the created the economic boom, consumer spending halted- recession created, deflation, and the Japanese government was unsuccessful 2. What lessons does the history of Japan over the past 20 years hold for other nations? What can countries do to avoid the kind of deflationary spiral that has gripped Japan? Other nations can learn from what happened with Japan. Strict lending practices should have been in place to begin with, this would help decrease the amount of bad debt. The Government need to watch its spending. Japan is stuck because its debt is so high, it is extremely...
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