Category: E

Environmental health is a field of study dedicated to investigating the various ways in which environmental factors can influence human health. It encompasses the examination of how aspects of our surroundings, such as air quality, water quality, toxic substances, climate change, and occupational hazards, can impact human well-being and contribute to the development of diseases…

In the realm of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), there exists a preventive measure known as expedited partner therapy (EPT). This practice enables a healthcare provider to prescribe or administer medications to the sexual partner of an infected patient without the necessity of conducting a separate examination for the STI. EPT serves as a proactive approach…

Exophthalmos is a medical condition characterized by the protrusion of the eyes from their sockets, which hinders the normal functioning of the eyelids. The bulging of one or both eyes is triggered by an inflammation of the soft tissues residing within the eye socket. Exophthalmos is often linked to Graves’ disease, a condition that also…

Cognitive processes encompass a broad range of mental faculties that collectively contribute to various aspects of human cognition. These processes entail tasks such as planning, abstract thinking, logical deduction, decision-making, behavior selection, inhibition of inappropriate actions, and the ability to discern between relevant and irrelevant sensory information. Together, they form the foundation of our cognitive…

American Health Benefit Exchanges refer to state-level systems established under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) that enable individuals to compare and acquire health insurance plans. These exchanges serve as platforms where individuals can evaluate and select from a range of health insurance options in accordance with the provisions of the PPACA.  

An enduring perception of mental fog, diminished vitality, a despondent emotional state, or an overwhelming state of fatigue characterizes a persistent condition. This state is marked by a persistent sense of mental cloudiness, a notable lack of energy, a depressed mood, or an extreme level of exhaustion.  

A compound that derives from estradiol, a hormone primarily associated with the female reproductive system, is commonly referred to as a semi-synthetic form. This compound is extensively utilized in the production of birth control pills as well as combined emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs).  

The essential healthcare services that health insurance plans are required to offer under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA).  

A shortage of the specialized cells responsible for producing red blood cells characterizes a condition referred to as anemia. This deficiency can range in severity, posing a potential threat to one’s life. However, there exists a temporary variant observed predominantly in young children, wherein the condition spontaneously resolves without reoccurrence.  

A member of the herpesvirus family that induces the occurrence of mononucleosis. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a member of the herpesvirus family. It can lead to glandular fever and following the initial infection, the virus becomes inactive but remains within the cells of the immune system, with the potential to reactivate later. The Epstein-Barr…