Naegleria fowleri Infection
Introduction Naegleria fowleri, often referred to as the “brain-eating amoeba,” is a free-living, thermophilic amoeba that causes a rare but…
Mammograms
Introduction Mammograms are specialized medical imaging tests that use low-dose X-rays to examine breast tissue. They are widely regarded as…
Malaria
Introduction Malaria is one of the oldest and most significant infectious diseases in human history, caused by Plasmodium parasites and…
Mad Cow Disease — Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE)
Introduction Mad Cow Disease, scientifically known as Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), is a progressive, fatal neurodegenerative disorder that affects cattle….
H5N1 — Avian Influenza
Introduction H5N1, also known as avian influenza or bird flu, is a highly pathogenic influenza A virus subtype that primarily…
La Crosse Virus Infection
Overview of La Crosse Virus La Crosse virus (LACV) is a mosquito-borne virus that primarily affects humans, especially children and…
Lewisite (L, L-1, L-2, L-3)
Lewisite is a chemical compound that belongs to the family of organoarsenic compounds and is recognized as a blister agent…
Influenza : Variant Viruses
Introduction Variant influenza viruses, often referred to as “variant viruses,” are subtypes of influenza viruses that have adapted to infect…
International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF)
The International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) is a comprehensive framework developed by the World Health Organization (WHO)…
ICD-10-CM: International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM), is an essential tool in modern healthcare, used primarily for…