Essays about: "personalised medicine"

Showing result 6 - 8 of 8 essays containing the words personalised medicine.

  1. 6. Development of a motivational tool used for cancer patients to increase their physical activity with focus on front-end

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för informationsteknologi

    Author : Faris Michael Halteh; [2015]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : Cancer patients who undergo chemotherapy and other treatments tend to become weary, depressed and will inevitably lose a great amount of muscle mass due to said treatments and decreased activity levels. Consequently, extensive research was done on how physical activity can combat the adverse effects of these treatments. READ MORE

  3. 7. Fighting obesity during pregnancy - A qualitative study of women's experiences of making lifestyle changes during pregnancy

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Socialmedicin och global hälsa

    Author : Mette Mølgaard Pedersen; [2014]
    Keywords : lifestyle intervention; gestational diabetes; lifestyle changes; gestational weight gain; postpartum period; risks; pregnancy complications; Female; maternal; pregnancy; obesity; prevention; qualitative; content analysis; Medicine and Health Sciences;

    Abstract : Background: Obesity among women of childbearing age is a rising public health concern due to risks of adverse outcomes and long-term obesity for the mother and child. Addressing maternal obesity through effective lifestyle interventions is important and understanding the challenges that accompany successful behaviour change may assist in ensuring long-term health benefits. READ MORE

  4. 8. Data Modelling for Home Healthcare Applications

    University essay from Medicinsk informatik; Tekniska högskolan

    Author : Sofia Lindvall; Peter Örnvall; [2006]
    Keywords : Data Modelling; Home Healthcare; Telemonitoring; HISA; Telemedicine;

    Abstract : Technology of today makes it possible to change the way traditional healthcare is conducted. As the population grows older, and the elderly is becoming an increasing part of the whole population, the need for cost efficient and personalised care increases. READ MORE