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Biomedical Technology
Unit 10.03
Benefits of Biomedical Research
Treatment for heart diseaseHeart-lung machine
Treatment for cancerTreatment for diabetesBone marrow transplants
Contributions to Human Health
Early vaccinesPolio vaccineChicken pox (Varicella)HepatitisFluoride
Many countries add to water to decrease tooth decay
Penicillin and other antibiotics
Contributions to Human Health
Began in early 1980’s Caused by a virusHIV infection progresses to AIDS when
immune system is impaired and individual becomes susceptible to opportunistic infection
AIDS Research Continues (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome)
Animals important part of AIDS researchAnti-HIV drugs availableNumber of possible vaccines have been
developed and are being tested in humansCommon sense preventive measures best
way to prevent AIDS
AIDS Research Continues
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