Elaborates on the role of plaque and bacteria as causative factors of heart disease. Emphasizes the importance of education and rehabilitation both in reducing the occurrence of heart disease and treating individuals and families who suffer form the condition. Includes a onepage Roman Numeral Outline. Bibliography lists 11 sources. An 10 page research paper discussing Crohn's Disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel disorder, that can manifest itself in several locations.
Extensive bibliography is included.
A 6 page paper giving an overview of acromegaly, a disease caused by the over-production of growth hormone in the pituitary gland. Acromegaly affects older adults, and contributes to a shortened life expectancy. Though the same pattern of activity in children results in excessive growth and is referred to as gigantism, the observed effects of excessive growth hormone in adults are far different than those observed in children. Bibliography lists 10 sources. An 8 page discussion of the history of dental fillings.