Contagious Diseases Sourcebook, 4th Ed.


Book Description

Basic consumer health information about the transmission and treatment of diseases spread from person to person, along with facts about prevention, self-care, and drug resistance.




Sexually Transmitted Infections


Book Description

1 in 4 teens contract a sexually transmitted disease every year, making this topic extremely important for teens to learn about and discuss. This must-have volume discusses the issues surrounding sexually transmitted infections. Presents diversity of opinion on the topic, including both conservative and liberal points of view in an even balance. Essay sources include the Guttmacher Institute, Contraceptive technology update, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Should boys and girls be vaccinated against HPV? Are oral cancers from sexually transmitted infections on the increase? Is HIV increasing among Hispanic teens? This book answers these questions, as well as many more that your readers have about STIs.




Dental Care and Oral Health Sourcebook


Book Description

Provides basic consumer health information about oral health concerns of children and adults, dental hygiene, and surgical, orthodontic, and cosmetic dental procedures. Includes index, glossary of related terms and directory of resources.




Sports Injuries Sourcebook


Book Description

"Provides basic consumer health information about the causes of sports injuries, their prevention, and treatment options. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources"--Provided by publisher.




Women's Health Concerns Sourcebook


Book Description

Women's Health Sourcebook, Third Edition, provides up-to-date information on the issues and trends in women's health and health conditions of special concern to women, including breast and gynecological concerns, sexual and reproductive concerns, ovarian cancer and other cancers affecting women, and chronic conditions such as autoimmune disease, diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, mental health concerns, and thyroid disorders. Guidelines for maintaining wellness and information about the screenings, checkups, and vaccinations recommended for women are also included, along with a glossary of re




Gastrointestinal Diseases and Disorders Sourcebook


Book Description

Provides basic consumer health information about the upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract.




Cancer Sourcebook for Women


Book Description

Resource added for the Nursing-Associate Degree 105431, Practical Nursing 315431, and Nursing Assistant 305431 programs.




Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders Sourcebook


Book Description

Provides consumers with updated health information on the most common disorders of the ear, nose, and throat.




Movement Disorders Sourcebook


Book Description

Provides basic consumer health information about diagnosis, treatment, and management of Parkinson disease and other hypokinetic and hyperkinetic movement disorders, along with advice for family members and caregivers.




Stroke Sourcebook


Book Description

Provides updated information about stroke, its causes, risk factors, diagnosis, acute and long-term treatment, and recent innovations in poststroke care.