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Case detection
1. What is the role of case detection in tuberculosis control?1 F. Luelmo 3
2. What is a case of tuberculosis?1 F. Luelmo 5
3. What is the role of sputum microscopy in patients attending health facilities? F. Luelmo 7
4. How many bacilli are present in a sputum specimen found positive by smear microscopy? K. Toman [...]

Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disorder characterized by low bone mass and microarchitectural deterioration of bone tissue predisposing to an increased risk of fracture. Although there are currently no practical methods to assess overall bone strength, bone mineral density [BMD] correlates closely with skeletal load-bearing capacity and fracture risk. The World Health Organization [WHO], therefore, [...]

Low-trauma fractures, especially in women over
40 and men over 50 years of age, can be devastating. They often result in deformity, chronic pain, and loss of mobility and independence that sometimes require admission into nursing homes or long-term care facilities. Their profound impact on quality of life has not yet been fully calculated. One-year mortality [...]

Two ancient asbestos mines, one near Karystos, Greece, and the other southeast of Mount Troodos, Cyprus, were located in what we now know to be ophiolite terrane. Evidence suggests that asbestos was discovered and utilized in Cyprus, perhaps as long as 5,000 years ago, for manufacture of cremation cloths, lamp wicks, hats, and shoes. Some [...]

The principal objectives of PNSM are to: estimate the national incidence of mesothelioma in France and its - trends over time; study the proportion of mesotheliomas in France attributable to - asbestos exposure, especially occupational; contribute to research into other possible etiological factors - (refractory ceramic fibers, mineral wool, ionizing radiation, SV40 virus, etc.);
contribute to [...]

Chances are, you’re reading this book because you or someone close to you has heart disease. Perhaps your doctor has recently told you that you have a heart condition, and you’re looking for information on how to take good care of yourself. Perhaps you’ve known about your condition for some time and are interested in [...]

Members of the team include:
Medical Director of the Rehab Unit: This physician will supervise your rehabilitation treatment plan and direct the interdisciplinary team to assure the highest level of care to maximize your functional abilities and enhance your quality of life. The physiatrist will work closely with your primary care physician regarding your condition, progress, [...]

Independent Care
To a certain extent, everyone that has survived a heart attack is their own caregiver. The best way to care for yourself is by following your physician’s recommendations for managing your condition and preventing a future heart attack. If needed, take advantage of your community’s caregiving and support services.
which provide information on how to [...]

Considering subsequently several methods regarding health related details towards your fingertips — several regarding them online — that it is usually challenging to be able to inform truth through fictional, or useful health related products and services through those that don’t work or aren’t safe. The FTC has created this booklet to be able to [...]

Natural Skin Care
Though there are countless skin care products available today, most of them are not necessary for maintaining youthful skin. Regular cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing are all important for keeping your skin in good shape without resorting to extreme treatments such as surgery or Botox injections. There are many natural products available, and natural [...]

“July is all about independence, and with the summer tanning season in full swing it’s time for serious tanners to declare their independence from the hazards and negative health effects of sun tanning,” says Sheila Brown, marketing director, Ventura Tan. “Ventura Tan’s sunless airbrushing is not only a safer alternative to conventional tanning, it also [...]

This study assesses cost of illness of metastatic breast cancer (MBC) patients over a specific period of time as observed in Medicare program expenditure data. Incident cases of MBC from 1997 to 1999 were included. Direct care cost data were obtained from Medicare claims from a 5% national sample of program beneficiaries. Costs to the [...]