Essays on Skin Cancer

In Brooklyn, New York zip code 11234, there are a number of issues which are likely to negatively affect the wellbeing of persons in this community. I didn’t know that the main factors which may impact on the health of community members in the zip code consisted of air pollutants and water pollutants. The realization that air pollutants have been on the rise in recent times means that there are possibilities of individuals in the community suffering from serious health problems for instance children being born with birth defects and skin cancers as a result of some of ...

Discussion

Post#3: The high added sugar content in snacks, beverages and baby food is a critical health issue, worldwide. The three articles I retrieved from different sources showed the similar information on packaged food that is highlighted in my first post. One article by Chai et al. of Global News cited the quote of Dr. Hammond, “Canadian kids consume 33 tablespoons of sugar” (Chai et al.). According to this, the major concern related to this sugar consumption is the extra supply of sugar to the body that may lead to obesity and other health problems. Another article authored by Puzic ...

Fear messages have been of importance within the nursing profession over the years and were even responsible for the reduction of the use of substance abuse in communities. Substances abuse is discouraged in many communities owing to their negative effects on the general health of an individual (DiBello, Neighbors, & Ammar, 2015). It is because of these adverse consequences that the nursing and health sector, in general, decided to come up with creative ideas to curb the menace. One of the commonly used strategies in this field is the formulation of fear messages to scare away the drug users from ...

Background Information

The State Cancer Profile website was created in order to provide data and information on cancer statistics so that state and local governments may use the data to prioritize and implement cancer control activities. The details such as demographics, screening rates, smoking rates, perceptions of what causes cancer, incidence rates and other information are intended for health workers, policy makers, teachers and other information providers such that the creation of programs are prioritized in their respective areas. The website is a collaboration of the National Cancer Institute and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (State Cancer Profiles, 2016). ...

Part A - For the Organization

Stakeholder Analysis Stakeholder analysis refers to the method uses qualitative data to know the interests and effects of different groups on the company. Internal stakeholders are the individuals within an organization, who are directly affected by the company’s activities. External stakeholders are the individuals outside the organization, but are indirectly affected by the performance of the company (Holland 126). The internal and external stakeholders of Cancer Council NSW are identified in table 1.

Scope of Risk Management

SWOT Analysis Political: The government of NSW has taken various initiatives in relation to cancer prevention that indirectly also affect the Cancer Council NSW. For ...

Uranium (U) element was discovered by a German chemist, Heinrich Klaproth, in 1789. Uranium is a radioactive element with an atomic weight of 238.02891 and an atomic number of 92. The uranium element initially discovered by Heinrich was an oxide, uranium oxide. A French chemist, Eugène-Melchoir Péligot, was the first person to produce pure uranium by reacting it with potassium in a heated platinum crucible. The element’s radioactive properties were established in 1896 by a French physicist known as Antoine Henri Becquerel. Currently, uranium can be extracted from various ores such as carnotite (K2(UO2)2VO4· ...

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. It is a term given to a series of diseases in which the cells within human body grow at an abnormal rate, thereby damaging healthy tissues . While normal cells grow and die at a specific rate according to the requirements of human body, the growth of cells is extreme when compared to the death of cells in cancerous patients. Such an abnormal growth in turn leads to tumors, which consist of a huge mass of tissues. However, in patients suffering with cancer related to the blood, there ...

INTRODUCTION

Body ornamentation is the deliberate alteration of the human physical appearance done for sexual enhancement, aesthetics, religious beliefs, and rites of passage. In the recent years, body ornamentation has become famous in the whole world as people tend to identify themselves using different decorations or changes in physical appearances. The practice has been in existence for several years and the most recent ones that have appeared in the society are seen as means of enhancing the beauty of a person. However, it is important to take caution since some of these body ornamentations have negative effects on the human ...

Squamous cell carcinoma can be termed as a common type of cancer of the skin, whose development occurs in the thin, flat squamous cells, which constitute the skin's outer layer. This condition is not categorized as life-threatening, even though, in some instances it can be aggressive. If left untreated, this disease can become large or extend to other body parts, resulting in severe complications (Reichrath 2). A majority of squamous cell carcinomas are caused by extended exposure to ultraviolet radiation, from tanning lamps or beds, or from sunlight. Individuals with light hair, fair skin, as well as green, gray, ...

Skin cancer is a growing epidemic around the world and rates of incidence rise every year (between 1992 and 2006, the increase was up to 77%). Skin cancer is usually directly related to ultraviolet radiation, especially from the sun and tanning beds. Additionally, there is a misconception that winter sun is less harmful than summer sun, which indirectly leads to numerous cases of skin cancer. Many skin cancers are treatable if detected early; however, prevention of unsafe sun exposure would decrease the number of diagnoses. Nurse practitioners have a great role in health promotion and skin cancer prevention, simply ...

What is the chemical formula for ozone gas?

Ozone is present in the troposphere, a part of the atmosphere. Ozone consist of 3 molecules of Oxygen. The chemical formula for ozone is O3. Ozone is also called as tri-oxygen since it consists of 3 molecules of oxygen bound to each other by covalent bonds. The structure and formula of ozone were identified in the year 1865. However, it is less stable than Oxygen and blue in color.

How does ozone form in the stratosphere?

Ozone is found in both, the stratosphere and the troposphere. The formation of ozone in both these layers is distinct. Stratospheric ozone is formed in two simple steps. Initial step involves ...

Introduction

Ozone layer is naturally evolved a layer made up of atomic oxygen with molecular oxygen and covers a big area in stratosphere. The distinct function of the ozone layer is to absorb ultraviolet wavelengths coming from the solar waves. The collision of ozone occurs because of several other atmospheric molecules and UV radiations (Tabin, 2008).

O3+ UV >>> O2 + O O3 + O >>> 2O2

The maintenance of the ozone layer is very necessary as through absorbing the solar radiation Ozone establishes ...

Introduction

Hospitals are homes to different patients who require different attention. This means that there must be people who are qualified for different roles in the medical field. In this connection, hospitals are not required as a block where all patients are handled in the same room. Instead, departments should be formed where each of them operates in support of the other to ensure patients are handled and treated accordingly. This has resulted to existence of various experts for specific duties in the hospital. Among the most common departments in hospitals are Dermatology, Oncology, Gastroenterology, Pulmonary, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, ...

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Abstract

Melanoma is the cancer of the cells that make the skin pigment. It usually starts as a small mole and then changes its size, color and has itchiness. It is a fairly common type of cancer and is found equally in women and men. Being one of the most common types of cancer, it is also considered one of the most deadly. It took more than 55 thousand lives in 2012 alone. Scientists think that the rising cause of melanoma is the increase in use of UV rays. This paper will look into what melanoma is and what are ...

Literature Review

Abstract and citation The title played a critical role in identifying the authenticity of the text in the research work. Case in point is that cases of diabetes have been documented extensively among the people not to mention the psychosocial issues that affect them (Cammarata et al., 2009). The Abstract clearly states the specific details that are in the main body and introduces the reader to the insights and the points of discussion. The research problem in the study is based on the effect of psychosocial problems in causing diabetes among the young people. One of the single most ...

A medical professional with post graduate qualifications with a major in diagnosing, treating and preventing diseases related to skin, and skin cancer is known as a dermatologist. These professionals are skilled to understand the structure and functions of the skin and the connections that are concerned with skin pathologies and failures of other body parts. People perceive dermatologists to be specialists in treating medical issues; however, dermatologists also deal with beautifying skin problems, for example, wrinkles, scars, and early ageing. Several studies of Asian populations demonstrate pigmentary changes as a major component of early aging . After gaining a medical degree, the dermatologists specialize ...

Debra Dutton

BIO 201 Pollution and the Human Body The human body has an incredible defense and healing system. It uses the various senses like smell, sight and taste to filter the food, air and water as they get into the body. The skin safeguards the body tissues and internal organs from environmental hazards. The skin also senses the variations in environmental temperatures and acts as the body’s stimuli in controlling the body temperature. The brain and the nervous system are part of the complex response and flight mechanism that responds to emergencies and dangers. An army of ...

Abstract

Ozone layer depletion is a phenomenon in which ozone layer in the stratosphere thins out making it possible for the direct penetration of UV rays into the Earth's surface. This can lead to an array of harmful effects on human health, plants, and animals and can even trigger climate change. Chlorofluorocarbons are recognized as the primary cause accounting for 80% of ozone depletion. Though a lot of steps have been taken around the world to reduce ozone depletion, it may take about few decades more to completely heal the ozone layer due to the long standing stability of CFCs in the ...

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. CDC has categorized skin cancer as an epidemic (CDC, 2013). It has been reported that more than a million cases are reported each year in the US, with approximately 120,000 cases of melanoma, the deadliest among all forms of skin cancer. The incidence of skin cancer has shown to be rising most rapidly in young adults between the ages of 18-29. It has been hypothesized that this increase in the incidence of skin cancer is due to change in behavior of young adults, including, exposure to ...

Discussion Replies

Power Point Presentation of Prevent Child Obesity The importance of a good health foundation for the children is seen in the prevention measures of obesity in children. This is a battle that can be won, even by children who are at risk, or children who are already obese. The input of the parent in this role is very valuable. It involves taking a child for screening annually, encouraging exercise, providing a balanced diet and also emotional support for the child. It cannot be left upon the government to make policies and framework to guide efforts in preventing obesity from the national level. ...

Skin cancer or metastatic melanoma is one of the most aggressive types of cancer (Chin, Garraway, and Fisher, 2006). Understanding the physical or phenotypic alterations that occur in relation to skin cancer requires getting acquainted with its pathophysiology. Furthermore, learning the pathophysiology of metastatic melanoma can lead us to a better understanding of what may be most effective in curing the disease. Metastatic melanoma, causing approximately 13,000 deaths annually with a median overall survival (OS) period of 8 to 18 months, is considered as one of the most aggressive and prevalent types of cancer (Finn, Markovic, and Joseph, 2012). ...

Immunology Disorders

The immune system is responsible for protecting the body from various parasites, bacteria, virus etc. that try to destabilize the homeostasis. Naturally, the immune system is considered one of the most important mechanisms that help us recuperate from diseases. When the immune system malfunctions and starts destroying self-cells, it leads to certain disorders. In other circumstances, the immune system may be suppressed and fail to kill disease causing cells. Here we will discuss a few disorders of the immune system.

HYPERSENSITIVITY TYPE I

Allergy or hypersensitivity type I is also known as allergic reaction or intolerance, in this scenario the immune system creates a ...

Abstract

Human XPA is a protein engaged in DNA damage recognition and repair. A mutation in the gene encoding the protein causes an autosomal recessive disorder, xeroderma pigmentosum (XP), which renders an individual sensitive to sunlight and causes skin cancer. XPA is a 273 amino acid protein, which is predominantly localized in the nucleus. It is expressed at both high and moderate levels in several tissues. The protein serves as a damage sensor in a nucleotide excision repair mechanism, through which the damage to a DNA strand is verified and repaired by formation of a newly synthesized strand. Besides this primary NER mechanism, XPA in conjunction ...

Executive summary

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) addresses the challenges facing the health industry. The government has been implementing the provisions in incremental stages since 2010 and more changes are still underway. This report discusses the impact that this act has on indoor tanning services by analyzing the indoor tanning services tax, health insurance coverage duty on employers and the additional Medicare tax. Firstly, the indoor services tax applies to businesses offering tanning services as their predominant activity. However, the law provides tax exemptions to providers such as phototherapy services, qualified physical fitness facilities, spray-on tanning services and those selling tanning ...

Tanning is a process of darkening or tanning the colour of skin. It results due to the exposure of the body to Ultraviolet radiations (UV radiations); either naturally like sun tanning or artificially due to indoor tanning. Tanning is done to get an attractive appeal of the body. Now-a-days indoor tanning is carried out to make a bronzy appearance of the body of a person. Sun baths can also result in tanning of the skin. Also, many people use chemicals that result in skin tanning without experience Ultraviolet radiations. However, the contemporary time is associated with indoor tanning. Indoor tanning includes the ...

Hello Carrie

Cases of domestic violence have been on the increase in most of the families due to the challenges that a family may be enduring. Therefore, it would be appropriate if community development projects are established to provide awareness on how to handle these issues. The education should try and evaluate the challenges that may be leading to domestic violence. Proper evaluation should also be conducted to help provide possible solutions to the affected families. This will go a long way in ensuring that the community gets rid of cases of domestic violence. McCue, M. L. (2008). Domestic violence: A reference ...

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Abstract

The present review is aimed at providing an understanding on how the workplace contributes to the development of skin cancer. Five reviews (3 epidemiological data reviews, 1 meta-analysis, and 1 article) obtained from PubMed, involving a total of at least 3479 mortality and morbidity in skin cancer. These studies agreed on the initiating role of the workplace in the development of skin cancers, both malignant mesothelioma (MM) and non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSC), due to chronic exposure to carcinogens such as asbestos (Rushton, 2012; Boffetta, 2004; Romeo, 2004; ), mineral oils (Rushton, 2012), solar radiation (Rushton, 2012; Hannaford-Turner, Elder, Sim, Abramson, ...

Abstract

The research paper deals with the problem of Merkel cell carcinoma, chief peculiarities, and the possibility of medical treatment. Disease signs and symptoms are highlighted in the opening and subsequent paragraphs of the paper. The pathophysiology, etiology, manifestations, possible complications, and disease treatment are the focal point of the research paper. The research is based on the opinions of the finest subject-field experts, such as professors, doctors, and scientists. Keywords: Merkel cell carcinoma, medical treatment, disease, complication, cure Merkel cell carcinoma is an aggressive skin cancer usually caused by polyomavirus. Scientists and doctors have not managed to ...

Every day, researchers come up with new studies that document the fact that teens are fighting shy of sunscreens. Teenagers have ignored the possible harmful consequences of not using sunscreens and continue to do so. This paper not only attempts to find the reasons of this careless behaviour of teenagers regarding sun protection, but it also explains the negative consequences of failure to adopt sunscreens in routine life. These results have been further categorized into short-term and long-term effects in order to capture the severity of the matter at hand. The excuses that teenagers find and hold on ...

How can health institutions reduce cases of Skin Cancer through preventative measures?

Project Summary The main purpose of the project is to initiate a campaign on Skin Cancer Awareness and to educate the citizens about the importance of protecting themselves against skin cancer. The $50,000 funding is part of strengthening the initiative. This is a one year long project that will target an audience of 15-25 years. The main objective of the project will be to enable behavior change and it will involve use of group sessions, workshops, and mass media among other modes of reaching out the target group. Arguably, this campaign seeks to raise awareness of the risks and ...

Anthropogenic climate change is the production of greenhouse gases by human activities. These activities interfere with the chemical composition of the earth’s atmosphere by adding more harmful chemicals to the atmosphere. Examination of the polar ice cores by the scientists convince them that the increased human activity has led to an increase in the proportion of greenhouse gases. This increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere has skyrocketed within the past years. Reports released by various climatic organizations confirm that the postindustrial rise in greenhouse gases does not come from natural mechanisms but from human activity. The most ...

Abstract

The analysis of literature review of this research was on the effects of tanning beds to the skin, a topic that is getting news rating because it bans the use of tanning beds in younger populations according to the current Louisiana’s new legislation. This study is predestined to review the augment that artificial tanning, as a comparative background of the skin has impacts. According to Demko, et. al., 2003, the risks of skin cancer claims, have been brought on board, concerning tanning beds being behind the increased cancer risk, though, through the research conducted, there is support and opposition ...

NURS 6052, Section number here, Essentials of Evidence-Based Practice

Month, Day, Year Indoor tanning nowadays is so trendy and everyone, particularly the Caucasians are really into it. It started in 1980 with an inspiration of Coco-Chanel, the famous designer with deep brown skin. Soon after this, the indoor tanning increases the number of interested people undergo on the procedure all-year-round. It becomes a “$2.6 billion industry” worth with approximately 28 million people are tanning every year. But on the other hand, many cases of indoor tanning exposure have been encountered at emergency department. According to the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), there are approximately 30,000 hospital ERs ...

Cancer is a disease that has been reported to claim millions of lives a round the globe and has many forms. Cancer is defined as “a malignant form of tumors, which are tissue masses that arise through mutations in the genes that govern cell growth and division” (Arndt, 2010). Skin cancer is just one of the many types of cancer that affects people and most commonly in the United States. It is a disease whereby cancerous cells are found on the epidermis which is the outer layer of the skin or uncontrolled growth of skin cells. This cancer affects the skin tissues and ...

Concerns about the devastating effects of cancer prompted the concerted efforts, from individuals, organizations and nations, to carry out intensive research on the disease. Cancer is a disease that is characterized by uncontrollable cell growth. There exist over 100 various types of cancer, each of, which is defined according to the type of cells that are originally infected. Cancer is mainly exhibited by formation of tumors, except in the case of leukemia. The tumors, which are results of the uncontrollable cell division, hamper the normal working of the various body processes, and hence, end up harming the body. Research ...

Role of the integumentary system in protecting the body

Introduction Human body, like all higher order vertebrates, relies on multiple organ systems for maintenance of homeostasis, the integumentary system is but one of them. Anatomically, the integumentary system has two components :the cutaneous membrane(the skin) and its accessory structures. The skin comprises of the dermis and epidermis whereas the later include hair, nails, and exocrine glands located in the dermis. Interestingly, both the cutaneous and accessory structures share a common embryological origin: The ectoderm (Martini 2005, p.151). With respect to functioning, the skin is involved in a variety of physiologic functions, the most obvious being protection of the ...

The model of complete replacement by Christopher Stringer and Peter Andrew states that 200,000- 150,000 years ago the archaic humans evolved to the modern humans in Africa and then later migrated to other parts of the world replacing the Neanderthals around 60,000 -40,000 years ago. This theory suggests that all people have an African ancestry (Kuklik & Henrika, 28).It also argues that all other forms of Humans like Homo erectus have gone extinct. It suggests that the developments seen in humans today are recent. Regional continuity model also known as multiregional evolution model by ...

Abstract

Skin cancers are cancers that affect the skin. These include melanoma, basal and squamous cell cancers. The symptoms include skin color change and appearance of skin ulcers, as well as, alterations in the moles that are on the skin. Smoking and ultraviolet radiations are some of the leading causes of skin cancer. The condition may be treated through radiations, chemotherapy among other means.

Introduction

Skin cancers refer to the types of cancer that affect the skin. These cancers include the basal cell cancer, squamous cell cancer and melanoma. The basal cell cancer is the type of cancer that arises from ...

Skin cancer can be defined as a disease in which malignant cancer cells are found on the surface of the skin. There are three basic types of skin cancer which are named depending on the type of skill cell on which they appear (DeLong and Burkhart 528). The three are; Basal Cell carcinoma, Squamous cell carcinoma and Melanoma (DeLong and Burkhart 528). Basal cell carcinoma, according to DeLong and Burkhart, is described as a non-healing sore on the skin whose cell of origin, though at times unclear, is believed to be the follicular stem cells (528). Squamous cell carcinoma, on the ...

A mother pleading her child to drink a glass of milk or an old woman inquiring about vitamin supplements is a common scenario that is observed in daily lives. It is not only the elders but also the nutritionists, doctors and the experts who are often emphasizing on the intake of leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fish and the standard eight glasses of water. Such instructions are often associated with its underlying benefit which is explained by the presence of vitamins, calcium and other minerals. This makes the mind wonder as to why the intake of nutrients is incessantly stressed upon? The ...

Introduction

Contrary to what most people believe, American men are more prone to skin cancer than women (Voiland, 2008). In fact, according to statistics, more men die due to skin cancer than women every year and there are reasons behind this fact. This paper will identify some of the most common reasons why men are more prone to skin cancer than women using strong evidences from journals and publications synthesized over the internet and from books.

What is Skin Cancer?

Before trying to compare both sexes’ vulnerability for skin cancer, it may be wise to identify first and know the nature of the said disorder. ...

Introduction

Tanning seems to be the latest trend in recent years, whether “artificially” at tanning salons, or naturally from sun exposure enjoying a day at the beach or by the pool. Many people tan with hopes of obtaining that “natural glow” without giving thought to how this exposure is affecting them. Some of the artificial methods used for tanning include; tanning beds, tanning lotions, tanning pills and tanning sprays. Natural tanning (from exposure to the sun) as well as tanning by use of tanning beds depends on exposure to UV rays which are divided into UV-A and UV-B. The rays penetrate ...

Abstract

In the society, there are various aspects that affect well being of people more so high school teenagers. High school teenagers are highlighted in this case as they are mostly prone to peer pressure from adolescence that drives them to some of the negative vices. The negative vices discussed in this paper are: absence of exercise; tanning in the sun; inability to deal with anxiety disorders; and binge drinking. They are discussed in the form of article reviews with personal opinions on how they affect the community being incorporated.

Article 1: Exercise is Wise

Summary

The article by Mary L. Gavin titled “Exercise is ...

List of hazard identified in the construction site

1) Chemicals 2) Noise pollution 3) Melanoma 4) Eye injury 5) Manual handling injuries 6) Dusts

Assess the risks that may result from the hazards

1) Chemicals The leakage of chemicals outside the workplace may lead to environmental pollution leading to contamination of water, loss of life and unproductive land. Death of workers may result due to coming into contact with hazards; this may result by experiencing difficulties in breathing and other symptoms. Destruction of property may occur due to effects of hazard chemicals e.g. explosions. When some of hazard chemicals get into contact with the skin it may ...

Skin Biopsy

More often than not, a skin sample may appear to be abnormal with regards to the fact that the skin has changed color, shape, or appearance. The change in skin color, shape, or general appearance can be due to skin cancer, fungal infection, psoriasis or any other infection of the skin. To confirm the actual cause of such abnormality on the skin, dermatologists usually recommend a skin biopsy, which involves the removal of part of the skin for use in the histological examination or any other relevant tests. The word biopsy is derived from Greek words ‘bios’ meaning ‘life’ and ‘ ...