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Physiology at the heart of the fight against climate change

Physiology is an essential part of the scientific response as it helps us understand the consequences of climate change on the human body. As the science of how the body works, physiology explains the impact of climate change on our health and productivity, and therefore the very future of our species. For example, physiologists use their specific expertise to look at how humans respond and cope with extreme heat to develop proposals for physiological adaptation (or acclimatisation), behavioural, infrastructure, and technological adaptation which can also inform public health guidance. The current climate crisis has already resulted in a mass-extinction of thousands of species and is…

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 The Anatomy and Physiology of a Resuscitation

Emergency medicine is a diverse specialty. We’ve all had the shift where you go from suturing an elderly woman’s scalp, to managing an anxious patient with chest pain, to running a cardiac arrest as EMS patches in with a trauma. We wear many hats throughout a single shift and it’s the greatest part of our chosen specialty. Perhaps the area we are the most keen on continuously building and expanding upon is our resuscitation skills.

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A Brief Note on Physiology and its Branches

Physiology is a discipline of biology whose goal is to comprehend the processes of living things, from the ionic and molecular foundation of cell activity to the integrated behaviour of the entire body and the impact of the external environment.

A physiology degree is your ticket to a world of exciting roles

A degree in physiology or related subject can lead to a multitude of careers in different fields.

Americans Win Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for Discoveries on Circadian Rhythms

Jeffrey C. Hall, Michael Rosbash and Michael W. Young received the prize for research that led to the understanding of how plants, animals and humans synchronize their biological clocks with the Earth’s revolutions.

Clinical physiology: an accepted branch of physiology

Clinical physiology is a branch of physiology particularly dealing with functional disturbances in disease (pathophysiology) and the integrated function of the human body in disease against the background of normal function in healthy subjects, suitable physiological methods for the study of patients--particularly for diagnostic purposes--as well as for research, and the education of medical students and laboratory assistants in these fields.

Clinical Physiology: An Overview

Clinical physiology is a discipline of physiology that takes a functional approach to understanding a disease's pathogenesis. Clinical physiology is a diagnostic speciality for medical professionals, in which patients are referred for specific tests of heart, blood vessels, lungs, kidneys, gastrointestinal system, and other organ functions.

Empowering Movement: How Exercise Physiology Drives Independence for Individuals Living with Disability

Staying active and mobile is crucial for maintaining independence and improving quality of life, especially for individuals living with disability. Exercise physiology offers a gold standard approach by designing personalised exercise programs that target strength, balance, endurance, and functional movement.

Exploring the Wonders of Physiology: How Our Bodies Work

The study of physiology has a rich history that dates back centuries. Ancient Greek scholars like Hippocrates and Galen were among the first to explore the mysteries of the human body. Fast forward to the 17th century, and scientists like William Harvey made groundbreaking discoveries about the circulatory system, revealing how blood flows through our veins and arteries.

Famous Quotes – Claude Bernard – the Father of Modern Physiology and Experimental Medicine

Claude Bernard was a French physiologist, and according to the historian I. Bernard Cohen of Harvard University he was “one of the greatest of all men of science“.

Physiologically lucky: the role of medical physiology in modern medical education

As medical students, we are entrusted with the responsibility of healthcare, and thus are required to learn the fundamentals of many scientific and clinical disciplines. This includes physiology. The variety of medical subjects cannot but leave students with questions as to which is the most relevant to what they intend to pursue after their graduation; the answer to this question differs from one medical speciality to the other.

Physiology: Inside the Body's Inner Workings

Explore the intricacies of the human body and delve into the core principles of physiology.

The History of Medical Physiology

Physiology dates back thousands of years to ancient Greece, India and Egypt. Hippocrates, the great “father of medicine” is responsible for creating the theory of the body’s four humors. He believed that every human body contained four bodily fluids: yellow bile, black bile, phlegm and blood, and that any changes in their normal ratio caused illness. While his theory didn’t quite prove to be correct, he did establish the ethical standards that the medical community uses to this day, known today as the Hippocratic Oath. His teachings outlined clinicians’ duties of justice, secrecy, respect for teachers and solidarity amongst peers.

The Physiology of a Lie

Have you ever played an April Fools’ Day prank on someone? Maybe your heart was racing, your hands were clammy, and your breathing was fast as you eagerly watched them discover the trick you so cleverly planned out, waiting for just the right moment to yell: “April Fools’!” Here, we examine the custom as well as the physiological effects of trickery — or lying — on the human body.

Understanding a Broken Heart – The Physiology of Grief

Interest in bereavement has grown in recent years, recognizing the profound impact of grief on the health of bereaved individuals. Physical manifestations of grief are common – powerful emotions can elicit a wide range of physiological responses in our bodies.

Understanding the Physiology Behind CPR: A Deeper Insight

Although CPR is an effective intervention, it faces physiological limitations that can impact its success, especially in the context of emergency cardiac care during sudden cardiac arrest.

Where do side stitches come from?

Repetitive movements of the torso, particularly rotations and up-and-down movements, cause friction between the two layers of the peritoneum, particularly when the torso stretched out. This explains why side stitches are common in running, swimming and even horse riding, but rarer in cycling where there is less movement of the torso.

Why It’s Time to Start Working With Your Physiology — Not Against It

Physiological conditions can impact your energy level positively or negatively. If you were already tired when you tried to do something taxing, you had to fight an uphill battle. Chances are it took you twice as long and you made some missteps.

Resources

TeachMe Physiology

A solid understanding of human physiology is key to success in healthcare education and clinical practice. That’s why students, educators, and professionals rely on TeachMePhysiology for clear explanations, high-quality visuals, interactive tools, and carefully curated study resources—helping you make sense of even the most complex topics.

Human Medical Physiology

A blog that contains lecture notes in human medical physiology for students of medicine and health sciences . Sample exams and key answers are also available . The aim of this blog is to provide the students with a quick , brief , and precise review , instead of wasting time and efforts reviewing the textbooks .

Phys.org

Phys.org is a leading Web-based science, research and technology news service.

The Physiological Society

Europe's largest community of physiologists.