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