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Division of Gen Ed: Physical and Life Science: BI 207 Human Patho

Research and Resource Connections for Physical and Life Science Courses

Course Description

This course is designed to provide students an overview of how the human body responds to the disease process. Emphasis is placed on how the disease process affects homeostatic conditions in organs and organ systems, and how knowledge of these processes can contribute to a better understanding of health, risk reduction, and disease management.

Key Topic Research Connection

I. Definition of Pathology

News Medical Life Sciences: What is Pathology?
By Sally Robertson, BSc

II. Cellular and Tissue Biology

Human Body Cells Tissues and Skin
by: qprmarsh
20 minute video that goes over the Human Body Cells, Tissue, and Skin

III. Nature and Cause of Disease

CBS News-Bacteria in the gut may hold key to many diseases
"What if there was a pill that could restore the natural balance of bacteria in your gut and treat not only digestive ailments but other diseases as well?"

IV. Immunology

British Society for immunology
Immunology is the study of the immune system and is a very important branch of the medical and biological sciences.

V. Neurological Diseases

MedLine Plua- Neurologic Disease
"The brain, spinal cord, and nerves make up the nervous system. Together they control all the workings of the body. When something goes wrong with a part of your nervous system, you can have trouble moving, speaking, swallowing, breathing, or learning. You can also have problems with your memory, senses, or mood."

VI. Hematological Systems

Introduction to the Hematologic System
by: Andrew Wolf
Discussion of the physiology of blood, including the major components of blood, and the function of the hemotologic system.

VII. Cardiovascular and Respiratory Disease

AVIVA- Disorders of the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
"Disorders of the heart and lungs are relatively common in children. The heart is affected by birth defects more than any other organ, and all children have recurrent bacterial and viral infections of the throat and lungs. Usually these infections are mild and play a role in developing a healthy immune system."

VIII. Digestive Disorders

MedLine plus- Digestive diseases
"Digestive diseases are disorders of the digestive tract, which is sometimes called the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
In digestion, food and drink are broken down into small parts (called nutrients) that the body can absorb and use as energy and building blocks for cells.
The digestive tract is made up of the esophagus (food tube), stomach, large and small intestines, liver, pancreas, and the gallbladder."

IX. Endocrine Disorders

Endocrine Web- All Endocrine Disorders
Listed alphabetically- full details available for endocrine diseases

X. Reproductive Disease and Disorders

Livestrong- Diseases and Disorders of the Male Reproductive System
"A man's reproductive system has many functions, including ensuring his fertility and providing sex hormones that support his sexual well-being."
CDC- Common Reproductive Health Concerns for Women
List of common reproductive issues among women with links to more information

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