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Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Theories in Medieval Medicine and Science - The Four Humours

When it came to people's health, medieval medicine and science were, in a word, inaccurate. There were several prevailing beliefs that dominated the discipline of medicine, most of which had very little actual medical value.Ancient Medicine and ScienceOne of the main theories of medieval medicine and science was that of the Four Humours, which was probably first theorised by Hippocrates around 430 BC and further developed by Aristotle around a hundred years later.Some of the knowledge left over from the classical world survived and was treated as 'gospel', as new knowledge was hard to come by. This was largely due to the fact that cannon law forbade the practice of dissection, which was considered sacrilegious. Much of the medical knowledge that was used was therefore obtained from philosophy and ancient knowledge; Hippocrates stated in his work 'On the Constitution of Man',"Man's body has blood, phlegm, yellow bile and black bile. These make up his body and through them he feels illness or enjoys health. When all the humours are properly balanced and mingled, he feels the most perfect health. Illness occurs when one of the humours is in excess, or is reduced in amount, or is entirely missing from the body".These liquids were also thought to be connected to a person's personality, one of the elements and had combinations of heat and moisture, all of which had to be in perfect balance for the body to remain healthy. The various parts of the humours were grouped together as follows;Personality Typessanguine
choleric
phlegmatic
melancholicSubstancesblood
yellow bile
phlegm
black bileHeat/Moisturehot & moist
hot & dry
cold & moist
cold & dryElementair
fire
water
earthHow Medieval Medicine and Science Treated Imbalances to the HumoursThere were various methods according to medieval medicine and science knowledge applied to bring the four humours back into a state of balance when somebody became sick. The favourite methods amongst doctors included bloodletting, intestinal purging and inducing vomiting; none of these methods were very effective and all of them can sometimes actually be harmful to the patient.Luckily for the people of the middle ages, the placebo effect would bring some success in these treatments just because people believed they would work. Even today, it is estimated that up to a third of all healing takes place as a result of placebo, unfortunately for the other two thirds of medieval patients, healing needs some good science which was mostly lacking at the time.

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Sunday, December 8, 2013

Walking in Istanbul Vs Walking in Turkey's Countryside

City WalksIstanbul: Fifth largest city in the world and home to more than 15 million people. It truly is the 'bridge' between East and West, extending into both the European and the Asian sides of the Bosphorous Strait, earning its unique status as a city embracing two continents. This ancient city in Turkey walks a tightrope of cultures, stirring in a simmering melting hot pot of East and West, and pulling out a jewel.If you begin your Turkey walking holiday in Istanbul, it is not hard to get a sense of how life may have been hundreds of years ago. On an early morning walk around near-empty streets you can hear the muezzin's call to prayer. That same haunting wail has resonated around the walls of the city for centuries and will echo in your ears as you continue your walk. Turkey is known for its stunning coastal scenery and, as Istanbul stirs, you can make your way around the city walls to admire the elegant sweep of the harbour - the Golden Horn.Turning back into the city, you can stop for a coffee before taking a deep breath and entering the maze of lanes and back streets that make up the geography of Istanbul. The heart of 'old Istanbul' is Sultanahmet - an area of great historical importance to Turkey. Walking holidays are ideal for getting to the heart of a country's history, and this area is home to such renowned monuments as the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace. As you explore the city further, you will probably traverse a route that takes in the heaving Grand Bazaar and the delightfully pungent Spice Bazaar. You will also pass by such grand sights as the Haghia Sophia, and the Sunken Palace Cistern in the Hippodrome on your city walk. Turkey has a rich and tapestried history, and walking the secret streets of Istanbul can reveal the relics of this ancient society.Country WalksA Turkey walking holiday through the vast regions of unspoilt countryside will reveal an entirely different facet. If you take the coastal route of the Lycian Way, you will follow in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks and Romans. This 530km walking route takes in traditional nomad tracks and winds through forests and cliffs. You can discover deserted beaches and tiny fishing villages, or you can divert inland to hike along pathways through fields and farms. Walking holidays in Turkey nearly always include some routes along the Lycian Way. The trail is so long that it is possible to hike in any direction for many miles without seeing a soul.You can also take some amazing walking holidays in Turkey around the remote region of Cappadocia. The stark, volcanic landscape is dotted with incredible rock formations, fairy chimneys and underground cities. The Cappadocian cave dwellings, carved into the sides of the hills, are a fascinating adaptation to life in this strangely beautiful terrain. There are literally hundreds of ancient walking routes all over the country and you could spend weeks trekking remote villages and mountain trails on a walking holiday in Turkey - and still only scratch the surface!For those in search of a new area in which to go walking in Turkey, the country's Ka?kar Mountains in the north east provide wonderful walking. Hikes go through high summer pasture or 'yaylas'; this alpine area close to the Black Sea coast resembles Switzerland with mosques. Good walking bases in for your walking holiday in the Ka?kar Mountains are Ayder, Ikizdere, Ma?ka and Uzung?l.From the vibrant, eclectic buzz of Istanbul, to a solitary stroll amongst ancient relics in a remote country region - a walking holiday in Turkey will take you to the extremes of this captivating country.

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Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Why Is Public Health A Controversial Issue?

Attempts to resist any change that will directly or indirectly involve spending public money are challenged by the opposition group. For instance the drug regiments introduce in the mid-1990s that are capable of controlling the damage HIV/AIDS virus wreaks in the immune system was costing an average of $10,500 for a year's supply. Often times when public health makes their recommendation for ways of preventing and controlling sexually transmitted diseases, government and businesses have an obligation to determine the cause and effect that the recommendation will have on the economy for its affordability and the effect it might have on the general economy.Politics plays a very prominent role in how public health responds to sexually transmitted diseases. It plays important role because some politicians will not be willing and open to bring upon their constituents any expensive public health measures that would impose additional hardship to his constituents. Consequently, passing such bills will mean denying themselves their constituents vote during elections. These controversies are in part what they are because according to those who pay for the public health measures are not the ones that benefit from it; if bills are not sponsored and pass by the legislators then there is no funding which impacts heavily on how public health responds to situations especially those of sexually transmitted diseases like STDs and HIV/AIDS. Another way politics play an important role could be seen when President Bush forces the center for the disease control to change an effective sex education which involves the use of condoms in preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS with a false data of condom failure rates.US constitution weighs heavily on individuals liberty and as such every decision, be it for the sake of public health or justice must put into consideration the individuals liberty before the public's interest which is why Beauchamp's arguments in favor of limiting individual's liberty for the common good is consistent with his view of public health as a social justice. Although we are made to believe that the value of an individual's liberty may be more important than the interest of the public health, and safety, this only applies to the certain issues but not in all situations. The government will go along with public health recommendations. Even if it infringes on an individual's liberty if there is no controversies with such recommendations.Religion and morals with regards to the sexually transmitted diseases particularly the HIV/AIDS was fulminated by the fundamentalist preachers and conservative legislators as God's punishment for abominable behavior and that people with HIV/AIDS deserved their fate. If half of those whose resources funds the public health issues still believe the above statement, then it definitely will affect the role that public health plays in responding to the prevention and control of diseases such as STD and HIV/AIDS.Challenges and controversies that exist for HIV/AIDS outside United States include funding treatment for those living with HIV/AIDS. Funding is needed to train more medical staff, avoid drug shortages, combine HIV/AIDS care with care for other health problems, reduce HIV stigma and discrimination and make sure that more people use HIV/AIDS counseling and testing services.Other challenges include the morals and religious issues in educating people on how to control and prevent sexually transmitted infections in some countries. For example, in some cultures discussion of HIV/AIDS is perceive as a taboo and are not welcome for public discussion.Market Justice emphasizes on individual responsibility and obligation. This line of thought prevents fair distribution of the burdens and benefits of society. While Social Justice infers that distribution of wealth should be a fundamental rights to all strata of income levels. These ideologies are relevant in the sense that individuals that are successful in the society have the resources to fund the HIV/AIDS disease than the less unfortunate members of the society.Political interference has played important role in this issue because some politicians have used this opportunity to advance their political ideologies. For example, Bush administration was opposed to programs that promote condoms but favors programs that emphasizes on effectiveness of abstinence.Economics, politics, the value of individual liberty, religion, and morals all play a huge role on how public health responds to the prevention and control of sexually transmitted disease, including HIV/AIDS. These diseases affect most of the public health and they seek the government financially for treatment. The government has to budget money to spend on those infected by these diseases. Each segment of the government's economics is affected. They have to create clinics, hire qualified staff, and provide money grants to support these places. Most of the public health clinics are free and provide services to those who have no insurance. The financial support for STDS has been a strain on the government and continues to be due to the stabilization of these diseases.For the prevention of STDS, politics has significantly been involved in the intervention in public health. For example, according to the CDC doctors were recommended to do routinely HIV-testing to many of their patients. This happened especially to those who were asking for STD testing, those who may have symptoms of tuberculosis, or pregnant woman coming in for their routine visits. Furthermore, these actions are a progression in the government's implementation in the wellbeing of the public health. However, it is still controversial because an individual's market justice can be violated. They still have the right to opt out of this recommendation.The value of individual liberty represents the choice by people to accept support through public health. In the case of support from STDS, individuals have the choice to be treated and receive information educating them on prevention. The government can intervene by providing them treatment but also protection to promote safe sex. They also intervene by providing laws that mandate individuals to be reported the health department about those who are infected by HIV/AIDS. This can become controversial in the fact that those who are infected with the disease rights to privacy can be taken away. However, there goal is to make sure that everyone is protected and government policies on public health are implemented.Religion and morals have similar views when it comes to the topic of HIV/AIDS. They do not support any investments made to do research and find cures for the disease. While the government provides prevention and protection through education by distributing condoms in clinics, religious clergy are against this. They believe in abstinence and use the Bible to support their ideologies. They also do not believe schools should discuss ways of protection from diseases to students. Hence, this will provide reasons for them to engage in sexual activity.HIV/AIDS is a global pandemic that continues to spread to every part of the world. Many people in other countries still are not educated on ways to protect themselves and receive treatment. Condoms are not easily available as it is in the United States to be protected from these diseases. Many people do not even know they have it and continue to spread it amongst each other. Funding for education and prevention continues to still be the number one challenge for these countries.The government in each country has to take accountability for their citizens and seek help from first-world countries that can aid in assistance. If they can invest money into mass communication to promote HIV/AIDS prevention then this can allow people to know how they can take initiative in their own health. Once they are informed it is up to an individual to protect themselves. The government can not force people because their market and social justice could be violated. They can only continue to provide resources and hopefully make a difference to lessen the spread of HIV/AIDS.

Public Health and the topic of ST

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Monday, December 2, 2013

Get Movies on DVD New Releases - See Them All - Get Them By Tomorrow

Are you always looking for movies on DVD new releases? Everyone waits for the newest releases of movies on DVD and Blu-ray. Now you can find the newest releases and have them by tomorrow.Some of these DVD's aren't even released yet, but you can pre--order and get yours as soon as they're released. I promise to tell you the best site for new releases. I always buy there and they come in just one day.Why Do We Buy DVDs?Everyone used to go out to see movies. There was a "thrill" in going to a movie house. You would sit in a big theater, with tens of strangers, enthralled by the big vibrant, colored, screen, the clear, loud sound and the smell of buttered popcorn.But Things Have Changed...The movie houses aren't so thrilling anymore. Those BIG theaters have been broken up into, as many as, 12 little theaters. You can wait weeks for the movie you want to come to a theater near you. Those "movie--loving strangers" sitting with you are often just a group of noisy, rowdy kids.You sit in the theater thinking "If only I can get movies on DVD new releases".Home viewing has changed. DVD's are much better quality than videos ever were. TV screens are 50 inch plasma screens. You can sit in the comfort of your own home with your friends and choose what you want to see now.(I often wonder why anyone goes to the movies anymore -- Is it the popcorn?)All You Need Is the MoviePeople still run to the theaters to see new release movies. But now you can get movies on DVD new releases.This way you can end up watching a new movie in your own home before it even comes to your local movie theater. Buying a DVD is often cheaper than paying for a ticket in a movie house -- certainly if more than one person will view the DVD.Only For Movie LoversThere are always great sales on videos and DVD's but a true "movie lover" has seen everything already and is only interested in movies on DVD new releases.So, Where's the Best Place to Buy the Newest Releases?You won't find them at a "clearance sale". You certainly don't want to buy some cheap forged copy. You just won't get that great "movie theater quality" you want.Remember, even a new release movie on a DVD will probably cost you less than a movie ticket (certainly if you're viewing it with a friend.) So don't waste your time "hunting" for that bargain that will save you $2 (you'll save it by providing your own snacks.)

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