… from the Greek word meaning a condition of being overcome, seized or attacked. (2) Epilepsy is not a disease. It is a symptom of a neurological disorder--a physical condition--that from time to time, produces brief disturbances in the normal electrical…

… medical technicians and doctors search for the cures for such life-altering diseases as leukemia, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and asthma, others claim to have derived a safe, effective treatment through alternative medication. Alternative medicine,…

… was used in SCI 160 - Introduction to LIfe Sciences. We were asked to write a paper on how taking this science class changed our daily personal diet and activity. MY CURRENT DIET Weight Watchers is a weight loss program that focuses on balanced…

… killers on this earth are too small to see with the naked eye. These microscopic predators are viruses. In my report, I will answer many basic questions concerning one of the fastest killing viruses, the Ebola virus. Questions such as 'How does it…

… or is subject to change. Independent Variable -the experimental variable or variable that is manipulated by the research and has some effect on the Dependent Variable. If there is a change or effect, we may conclude that affected the Independent Variab…

… contacting an STD are abstaining from sexual relations (including vaginal, oral or anal sex) or having sex with only one partner-someone who only has sex with you. Also, keep in mind that some STDs, such as HIV/AIDS can be spread through the sharing…

… the Hippocratic oath states that a doctor should never give a deadly drug to anyone who asks for it, nor should he make a suggestion to this effect. The oath also states that the doctor should not give a woman an abortive remedy. In support of this…

… virus that can cause encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) or meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord). The West Nile Virus is spread to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito. A mosquito becomes infected by…

… It comes as naturally to most people as breathing. For others, however, eating is the source of a severe psychological disorder. This disorder is known as anorexia. According to Harvard's eating disorder center , one out of every one hundred young…

… illness that affects the normal functioning of the brain. It interferes with a person's ability to think, feel and act. The illness alters the senses, making it very difficult for a person with schizophrenia to tell what is real from what is not real. …