Essays and Research Papers on Health Issues

This 5 page report discusses. The ways in which the modern medical system in the United States treats women unfairly. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page research paper that examines depression with the African-American community and specifically how it applies to African-American women. The writer offers an overview of this subject, but argues that there are factors that pertain to depression in African-Americans that simply don't apply to the white population. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 15 page research paper detailing this particular form of depression-- and particularly its frequency in women. The writer describes the various forms the illness can take, causes, treatments, etc;. Bibliography lists 16 sources.

A 9 page paper that examines the possibility of a future that allows parents to utilize the science of genetic enhancement in order to insure that their children will be born with enhanced intelligence and attractive physical features. The benefits of this procedure are listed as well as the main objections of those who ...

In this 5 page paper, it seems that Americans want to oppose abortion and yet keep it legal. This controversial paper considers both sides of the abortion debate and the ethics regarding each viewpoint. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

The Healing Environment And The Effects On Battered Women : This 12 page paper considers the issue of the impacts of physical environment on human behavior and relates this to the development of the healing environment in battered women’s shelters and domestic violence centers. This paper considers the role that physical environment plays in determining ...

This 5 page report discusses the issue of rape in modern society from the perspective of two writers, both women and both university professors. Helene Shugart asserts that asserts that that patriarchy is the theory and rape is the practice. Renee Heberle questions whether there is a fundamental fragileness in male dominance that has ...

11 pages in length. Breast cancer has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women of all ages and the second leading cause of cancer death in women. This paper is an important discussion of the contemporary medical treatment of breast cancer. Also ...

5 pages in length. Describes the causes and symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa as well as those who are most prone to suffer from the disease. During the past decade the prevalence of eating disorders has increased among teenage and college-age American women. This increase is probably caused in part by society’s idea of ...

A 7 page paper which discusses various aspects of the abortion pill RU-486. The paper presents a first person speech, coming from a proposed future president, which argues that Congress and the Senate must approve the use of RU-486. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 7 page paper that argues that the tumescent technique of surgical liposuction should only be performed by a certified plastic surgeon and only within an acceptable surgical setting. The inherent risks that exist in this procedure are discussed, as well as the danger that has recently been presented by the influx of a ...

There are several levels and types of female genital mutilation, also referred to as female circumcision, including scarification, infibulation, and introcision. This 7 page paper examines the definition and looks at cause and effect. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 8 page paper considers the rise in acquaintance (date) rape and contributing factors related to this problem. This paper considers some of the central myths and misinformation regarding the issue of rape and the implications for healthcare workers. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines the physical and psychological effects of breast cancer on women. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 14 page research paper that is based on the premise that the author is a nurse who is spending a year as a health practitioner to the Olinkan tribe. The author must state a position relative to the subject of female circumcision, a practice of the Olinkans. The writer gives both sides of this ...

5 pages in length. Uterine cancer ranks number four on the list of most common cancers to strike women. With almost thirty-five thousand women diagnosed and treated for uterine cancer in 1997, there is a growing need for continued research into the disease's definitive causes and cures. Survival rates have been charted on ...

A 6 page research paper, plus an annotated bibliography, that presents a prototype for a proposed magazine designed for breastfeeding mothers. This prototype includes a letter from the editor, a representative article and a proposed ad. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A Tutorial : This 5 page paper offers a tutorial for writing an argument essay, which means that tips are offered for how to write the paper. The essay does, however, present an argument paper regarding the new drug mifepristone, also known as RU-486. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages in length. Discussion includes whether it is fair for parents to knowingly risk their health and their babies in taking fertility drugs. Multiple births, and whether some fetuses should be 'selectively reduced.' Should society be able to dictate the size families individuals are allowed to have at one time? These questions and more are addressed ...

A 5 page research paper that investigates the differences between the way that African American women perceive their body size and the way that Caucasian women perceive theirs. The writer argues that African American women have a much better attitude regarding this issue. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page paper. This essay discusses the general health conditions in Africa, and in particular, in Mozambique. An emphasis is placed on women's health issues. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page paper analyzing Ptacek's review of the legal complications facing a woman who has been battered by her husband or significant partner. Ptacek's book stands out in three critical areas. In addition to considering the effects of men's violence on the daily lives of women, "Battered Women in the Courtroom-The ...

This 5 page report discusses women’s alcohol consumption in the 19th century, especially during the time of the temperance movement. In 19th century Great Britain, alcoholism was widespread, due in part, to the harsh social conditions brought about by the rapid industrialization throughout the country. Many families were suffering as a result although such suffering was most often associated with a ...

A 5 page paper which discusses women and depression and how it affects, or involves, menopause, work, family, and alcohol. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the abortion issue and the circumstances that dictate the prohibition of an abortion or allows for one to take place on moral grounds. Issues related to circumstances of conception (i.e. rape), fetal development, and personal belief are presented. No sources listed.