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Five Faces of Oppression: Marginalization Iris Marion Young, an American political theorist, is the author of “The Five Faces of Oppression” (1990). In this book, Young explicates the unjust effects of oppression in today’s societies. By definition, oppression is described as prolonged cruel or unjust treatment by a ruling group inflicted on another group. One of the five forms of oppression is marginalization. This type of oppression may be the most dangerous one because it socially excludes an

“Stem cell research saved my life!” For some this is true, and for others it's a moral infringement. For many religious groups this has been a very controversial, unethical way for scientist to commit murder in the name of science. On the contrary for those riddled with diseases it's a chance at a new life. Scientist have come so far over the last few decades in their research, if we now stopped researching stem cell therapy, it would be an enfeeblement to medical technology. It is very important

Head and Neck squamous cell carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx in children: Report of 10 cases and illustrated review of literature. Introduction Pediatric head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (PHNSCC) (defined as <20 Years) is a rare entity accounting for <2% of all pediatric malignancies put together. [1] In adults these tumors are mostly associated with tobacco abuse or Human papilloma virus [HPV] infection. However, the etiology remains largely unknown for pediatric patients. In comparison

Introduction Everybody carries some genes that are protective against cancer; these genes correct any DNA damage that occurs naturally: when cells divide. However, some genes are not altered and when they are inherited they raise the risk of developing cancer. Keywords Genetic screening/ testing, mutations, breast cancer, ethical dilemma. History of Genetic screening 2008 brought a slew of internet offerings regarding DNA-based tests pitched to wealthy customers. Testing babies for phenylketonuria

Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a disease of bone that leads to an increased risk of fracture. In osteoporosis the bone mineral density (BMD) is reduced, bone microarchitecture is disrupted, and the amount and variety of non-collagenous proteins in bone is altered. Osteoporosis is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) in women as a bone mineral density 2.5 standard deviations below peak bone mass (20-year-old healthy female average) as measured by DXA; the term "established osteoporosis" includes