1900-modern Britain Flashcards
What did Mendel show
How human characteristics could be passed between generations
Who discovered DNA
James Watson and Francis crick
What did the discovery of DNA lead to
-Better understanding of genetic conditions
-discovery of stem cells
What are lifestyle factors affecting health
Smoking
Drinking alcohol
Diet
Name examples of technology used n in the 20th century
X rays
Microscopes
Blood pressure monitors
Endoscopes
MRI and CT
What was the first antibiotics
Penicillin
What does the NHS provide
Seeing a GP
Operations
Ambulances and emergency treatment
Name a lifestyle campaigns
Change4Life
Who followed up on Flemings work on penicillin
Florey and chain
What happens in the diagnosis of lung cancer
A CT scan is given then sample of the cells are tested
What are the symptoms of lung cancer
Persistent cough
Coughing up blood
What are some treatment for lung cancer
Survey
Radiotherapy
Chemotherapy
Give two ways the gonvernment has tried to prevent lung cancer
tv advertising for cigarettes were banned
Smoking banned in public spaces