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Feb42024 by AdminNo Comments

The Importance of Vaccinations

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Today, vaccinations play an important role in protecting the health of individuals and societies. Humanity has struggled with epidemics throughout history, and vaccines have achieved groundbreaking success in this fight. What are Vaccinations? Vaccinations are biological substances used to strengthen the immune system before they harm the body or cause disease. Essentially, they contain weakened or killed forms of microorganisms that can harm the body. In this way, the body reacts as in the case of a real infection and the immune system is strengthened. Disease Prevention: Vaccinations provide protection against a variety of infectious diseases. It ensures public health by preventing the spread of diseases such as measles, chickenpox and diphtheria. Immune System Strengthen...

Sep82023 by AdminNo Comments

Rare Diseases: Diagnosis, Treatment and Patient Advocacy

Diseases

Diseases are widely known and treated around the world, with access to many resources and experts. However, rare medical conditions called rare diseases are health problems that are often overlooked and little known. In this article, we will discuss the diagnosis, treatment and patient advocacy of these diseases. Diagnosis of Rare Diseases Diagnosing these diseases often requires a long and complex process. In many cases, the symptoms of these diseases are similar to other common diseases, making diagnosis difficult. The diagnostic process consists of the following stages: 1. Genetic Tests: Since most rare diseases are of genetic origin, DNA analyzes and genetic tests are important in diagnosing the disease. 2. Expert Opinions: Diagnosis of rare diseases is made by clini...

Sep32023 by AdminNo Comments

Autoimmune Diseases and Their Mechanisms

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Autoimmune diseases describe a group of conditions in which the body responds against its own cells and tissues. The basis of these diseases is that the immune system directs the response it normally shows against foreign organisms to its own tissues. In this article, we will discuss what these diseases are, their possible mechanisms and treatment approaches. Occurrence of Autoimmune Diseases Exactly why these diseases occur is still not clearly understood. However, a combination of many factors leads to this. For example, genetic predisposition, environmental triggers and irregular functioning of the immune system. Genetic predisposition may increase the likelihood of being prone to certain these diseases. Factors such as environmental factors, viral infections, stress, and hormona...

Aug292023 by Admin1 Comment

Respiratory Diseases: Asthma, COPD, and Beyond

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Respiratory diseases are common health problems that affect millions of people around the world. In this article, we will focus on some important respiratory diseases, especially asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). We will also provide detailed information about the definition, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of these diseases. What is Asthma? Asthma is a respiratory disease that occurs as a result of chronic inflammation of the airways. The main features of asthma are recurrent shortness of breath, wheezing and cough. Asthma usually occurs in people exposed to allergens (for example, pollen or house dust mites), infections, or air pollution. Inflammation in the respiratory tract causes narrowing of the bronchi and increased mucus production. What i...