Parental leave or family leave is an employee benefit available in almost all countries. The term parental leave generally includes maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. In some countries and jurisdictions, family leave also includes leave provided to care for ill family members. Often, the minimum benefits and eligibility requirements are stipulated by law.
Summary Summary. Myelofibrosis is a disorder of the bone marrow, in which the marrow is replaced by fibrous (scar) tissue. When the bone marrow is scarred, it cannot make enough blood cells. This leads to anemia, weakness, fatigue, and often, swelling of the liver and spleen.
Pulmonary fibrosis definition and facts. Pulmonary fibrosis refers to scarring of the lung tissue (fibrosis of the lungs). The most common type of pulmonary fibrosis is called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis; its cause is not understood. A number of different medical conditions can also cause pulmonary fibrosis. Causes of pulmonary fibrosis can include: Environmental toxins. Medications, chronic inflammation.