Question

Many individuals have contributed in the discovery, understanding, and explanation of illness, injury, and death. For example: discovery of microscopic organisms, later called microbes, bacteria, and microorganisms; and advanced chemistry and histology which influenced advances in the study and control of diseases in epidemiology.

Of these discoveries, select 1 that is of interest to you and explain the implications that it has on human health.

Discuss the role that increasing life expectancy over the last century has on the types of diseases and conditions affecting mankind.

Answer 1

Discovery of microorganisms has been very critical for humans as it has exposed the scientific community to various types of diseases deteriorating human health. The discovery was made by Robert hook and Antoni van leeuwenhoek when they first studied where they discovered mucor a fungus by their self made microscope. The discovery of these microorganisms has explained the microbiota present widely in the world and it's affect on human health. Studying the nature and morphology of microorganisms can help us understand their mode of entry, mode of action and the treatment options available. Their location in the body and their activity helps understand the difference between good microorganism and bad microorganism. This understanding helps in development of specific and broad spectrum Antibiotics.

Life expectancy has increased over the past few years because of the advances that are being made in the scientific discoveries. Different types of diseases are being treated well because of good understanding of these diseases. The conditions of mankind has improved as more diseases are combat with improved medical implications and increased life expectancy.