05. The six million dollar man

Advances in Science and Medical technology now mean that many injuries and illnesses that used to be fatal can now be survived. Below are some examples of advances in technology that have been used to treat humans.

Timeline of firsts:

1846, the artificial leg is invented.

1905, the first cornea transplant.

1922, the first medical use of insulin to treat diabetes.

1928, the first iron lung performs artificial breathing.

1943, development of dialysis as an artificial kidney.

1958, the first internal pacemaker.

1967, the first heart transplant performed.

2006, first artificially lab-grown organ.

2014, first prosthetic hand made with 3D printing technology.

Activity: Produce a report on one way science/technology has been used to make an impact on 'medicine' and healthcare.

Criteria D: Reflecting on the impact of Science

i. explain the ways in which science is applied and used to address a specific problem or issue.

ii. Discuss and evaluate the various implications of the use of science and its application in solving a specific problem or issue.

iii. apply scientific language effectively

iv. document the work of others and sources of information used.