Changes occur in the integumentary, muscular-skeletal, nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems of older adults. ... Contraction of the muscle moves its content throughout the urinary and bladder system and the elasticity allows the walls of the organs to expand to create a temporary storage space. ... Reproduction The reproductive system is responsible for reproducing, it produces ova and sperm and secretes hormones. Human reproduction is achieved sexually through the joining together of an egg and a sperm. ... The primary reproductive organs are the o...

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They develop reproductive organs and continue to grow in size by 1 molting once every year. ... Reproductive Strategy In a lobster community, there are shelters for each lobster where they "live" at. ... The antennae which are much longer than the antennules can be used to sense organs. ... Circulatory System The lobster does not have a four chambered heart like humans but instead has one single chambered sac as seen in the picture below that consists of muscles and ostia (openings). It is an open circulatory system. ...

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Ultrasounds uses high frequency sound waves that are above the range of human hearing. ... Gynecology is the field of medicine dealing with the health of a woman's gential system ("Gynecology"). The gential system consist of the reproductive system including the uterus,cervix,ovaries,fallopian tube,vagina,as well as their supporting structures ("Gynecology"). Gynecologist have many goal that shall support every woman's reproductive system. ... Significant changes occur in a woman's reproductive organs when she reaches manarche (begins menustrating) and menopause (ends me...

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Since then it has become a universal epidemic concerning all of mankind.(3) This epidemic is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus, also known as HIV. ... During the primary phase of infection, the blood contains many viral particles that spread through the body and seed itself in various organs, particularly the lymph organs. ... During this phase, the immune system fights back, which reduces the HIV levels in the blood. ... It is impossible for the immune system to destroy the virus. ... The first is a vaccine that would target the mucosal sites of the moist lining of the urinary a...

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What would human cloning involve, and how could you take sperm out of the reproductive ­equation? ... Other than cloning humans, many scientists are thinking if "Could we clone our organs to be used in a transplant," for example in the 2005 sci-fi movie 'The island' the plot of the movie was that a clone of the organs were stowed away somewhere in case they ever needed a heart or liver , just like having a spare tire in the trunk of a car. ... Nevertheless, it brings up a relevant point about the potential uses that human reproductive cloning may have. However "organ tran...

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Large doses of TBT cause damage to the reproductive and central nervous systems, bone structure, and the liver bile duct of mammals. TBT compounds can also damage the immune system." ... It is scary to know that TBT is in the food that you eat, especially knowing what it can do to your organs. ... They hurt not only all the marine life, but all human life as well. ... Water alone makes up 70% of the human body. ...

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Healthy and balanced natural systems are essential for supporting life on this planet. ... Our respiratory organs, our vision, and our hearing are damaged because of the high amounts of contaminants in the air, water, and soil. A substantial number of people have conditions such as asthma, other respiratory problems or difficulties with additional organs of the body. ... They can affect the central nervous system, and other body systems, as well. ... Some birds experienced a decline in population, but also suffered serious hormonal and reproductive changes. ...

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For this reason, the women are not allowed to socialize with each other, in case they come to prefer their own company and overturn the Gileadean system. ... Offred is "of Fred," and as such, her only use as a human being is for childbearing. ... Offred feels as if she and her sexual organs are not attached signifying that she feels like a reproductive machine more than a human being. ... The system is seen by women as a sort of power driven by women, but yet it controls them. The system described in The Handmaid's Tale is a lose/lose situation. ...

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In a report A comparison of the effects of three genetically modified corn varieties on mammalian health, a blood and organ system analysis data were shown from the experiment with genetically modified corn (NK 603, MON 810, MON 863) fed rats. ... From my biology class, I learned that humans are similar to rats. Humans and rats are both mammals, both warm blooded, and both eat similar things. But most importantly, rats and humans often endure the same diseases, because both have the same basic physiology, both use similar hormones, both have nervous systems, and both react similarly to infecti...

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They can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs. Cancer can also break away from a malignant tumor and enter the bloodstream and lymphatic system. ... It was discovered that when radioactive waves were directed on human cells, the cells would be destroyed. ... Mutations of the p53 gene are the most frequent abnormality identified in human tumors. ... She said she pictured the tumor as a large block of cheese and her immune system as a pack of mice. ...

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The goal of eugenics was to create a superior human being, and with this creation, to in time create a superior human race. ... Some experts suggest that cloning would be justified to replace a dead child or to help save someone dying of an incurable disease through organ or marrow transplant (Sharp and Sharn). ... While such cloning for harvest of a one-of-a-kind organ such as a heart is not considered likely to be allowed, the possibility exists. Even if an organ such as a kidney, however, is harvested, to take it from another child created for that purpose is to arguably abuse it. ... Under...

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It studies all human actions to determine the good life for all. ... The idea of cloning human embryos to recreate birth or create spare human tissues was developed by the biotechnology industry to help cure diseases and help fulfill the reproductive rights of infertile and/or gay couples. ... Aristotle may have agreed with the medical benefits to society which could occur from cloning, such as the transplant of organs to help individuals with terminable illnesses. ... Another major recent technological advance which could be debated with Aristotle's political science view is the current...

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It is revealed that if there is chronic large-dose phthalate exposure on males, their reproductive system would be eight times more at risk to be adversely affected. ... For females, it is possible that they may suffer from premature development of sexual organs because of phthalate exposure. ... Also, continuing education systems on the public and industries is also needed to raise public awareness on food safety. ... Consumers A large number of consumers are concerned about the potential health risks on human's health after the intake of contaminated clouding agents. ...

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It is a downer that affects the brain's pleasure systems and interferes with the brain's ability to perceive pain. ... Cocaine is a powerful central nervous system stimulant that heightens alertness, inhibits appetite and the need for sleep, and provides intense feelings of pleasure. ... Stimulation of the central nervous system may cause tremors in the inexperienced user, or even convulsions with high doses. ... In general, chronic exposure to nicotine may cause an acceleration of coronary artery disease, peptic ulcer disease, reproductive disturbances, fetal illness and death. Toba...

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AIDS is a major failure of the body's immune system (immunodeficiency). ... It affects the immune system, including special blood cells (lymphocytes) and cells of the organs (bone marrow, spleen, liver and lymph glands). ... AIDS is a secondary immunodeficiency syndrome resulting from human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. AIDS is defined as the most severe form of a continuum of illnesses associated with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Its slow degeneration of the immune system with the development of opportunistic infections, malignancies and frequently, impairm...

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The theoretical biological model he follows states that this exposure to androgens while in the womb (namely in the second trimester) masculinizes the individual's reproductive organs and nervous system. ... By highlighting evidence that in puberty, testosterone increases greatly in males and slightly in females, he brings up the point that the behavioral effects of this testosterone at puberty are thought to have an "activating" effect on prenatal structures of the genitalia and nervous system. ... Miller and Costello continue by stating that "The problem with studies such as these is...

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This also leads complications to the health of broiler chicken, because of the GMO that is inserted in the chickens, skeletal problems and organ problems arise through the life of the chicken. ... Some birds become paralyzed due to the result of their skeletal system becoming so weak that their spinal cords deteriorate which results in the chicken's death (Dev). ... By being caged in this system, hens are constantly producing eggs which drain calcium from their bones and ultimately leads to osteoporosis (where the bones become brittle and fragile) (Murray). ... Others also state th...

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Chapter 1. In 1587 Eleanor Dare started a history of first New England's female settlers. In XVI-XVII century it was characterized more with dismal end then with a story of prosperous life and happy ending. Coming to New World mostly in search for a good partner, as "tobacco brides " or being sim...

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These descriptions of colors are the universal effects that colors have on human moods. ... Chromo Therapy can be used to heal any "physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual problem" (Wong 1) that the human body might have. ... Orange is associated with the sacral chakra and is believed to benefit the kidneys, urinary tract and the reproductive organs. ... It strengthens the immune system and purifies the body. ...

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