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Introduction to Epidemiology
: :Extensively revised by esteemed professor Ray M. Merrill, this clear and well-organized introductory text covers relevant topics in epidemiology. Introduction to Epidemiology, Fourth Edition is intended for introductory courses in health-related programs at both the advanced undergraduate and graduate levels. Topics covered include Descriptive Epidemiology and Experimental Studies in Epidemiology. It will also serve as a valuable reference for epidemiologists working in the field, industrial hygienists, infectious disease nurses, and staff epidemiologists. Chapters include Exercises with Key Terms and Study Questions. Covering the basic concepts ...
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The Most Complete Food Counter: 2nd Edition
: : EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE FOOD YOU EAT Annette Natow and Jo-Ann Heslin, registered dietitians and authors of the phenomenally successful Counter books, bring their astounding expertise to a superb, all-new encyclopedia of food values. The essential reference for everyday use, The Most Complete Food Counter is the ultimate and timely companion to the wealth of current news on the link between food content and health. Turn to this dependable guide to find: Listings for calories, fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, protein, carbohydrates, ...
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La Farmacia Popular: Desde remedios caseros y medicamentos hasta terapias naturales, todas las mejores opciones para vencer 36 males comunes
: :After more than three decades as one of the world’s premier sources for authoritative, trustworthy health information, The People’s Pharmacy delivers its most groundbreaking resource yet, identifying best choice treatments for the medical conditions that smart health-care consumers most want to know about. What makes a treatment a 'best choice'? The designation draws on a combination of factors, including effectiveness, safety, and cost. Depending on the condition, the best choices may be home remedies, lifestyle strategies, herbal or nutritional supplements, over-the-counter or prescription drugs—or, in ...
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Making Money in the Fitness Business
: :A brutally honest, real-world look at how to become successful in the fitness industry, told by one of the most renowned veterans of the business. Thomas Plummer explains the ins and outs of the business in detail, using real-life examples, providing illustrations, and adding just a touch of humor. Plummer lets you learn from his successes and failures as he provides you with the tools that will allow you to compete and succeed in fiercely competitive markets against any competition, while still maintaining your integrity. ...
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The Scleroderma Book: A Guide for Patients and Families
: :An autoimmune disease in the family with Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Polymyositis, Scleroderma afflicts hundreds of thousands of people in the United States. And yet there are very few sources of information for men and women with this disease. Now, in The Scleroderma Book, one of the nation's leading authorities provides a comprehensive guide written specifically for patients and their families. Dr. Maureen Mayes has drawn on her extensive experience treating scleroderma to provide up-to-date, practical information that will help patients manage their symptoms and ...
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Drugs Across the Spectrum
: :This unbiased and objective text critically examines reasons for drug use, the social implications of drugs, legal issues, problems caused by drug use and abuse, various modes of drug treatment, effectiveness of drug treatment, and the impact of drug prevention and drug education. Includes more than just the physiological and psychological effects of drugs.
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Poisons and Antidotes
: :Author is a medical writer and editorial consultant, Morgantown, PA. Comprehensive reference on poisons, for consumers. Includes: checklists of what to do and what not to do in an emergency, how to identify poisoning risks, how to protect the family and pets from poisoning, and more than 600 entries on treatment. Hardcover, softcover available.
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Nurse's Pocket Drug Guide 2008
: :Specifically geared toward patient care, this quick-access reference provides registered nurses and advanced practice nurses with essential, up-to-the-minute information on the selection and administration of 1,000 commonly used medications.
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Nutrition Almanac, Fifth Edition
: :Take a bite out of a bestseller!Trusted by health-conscious people for over 30 years, McGraw-Hill's NUTRITION ALMANAC--the oldest healthy eating and supplementation guide around--supplies accurate, up-to-date, and impartial information.That's why over 2.5 million copies have been sold!The new Fifth Edition contains the latest material on the nutrition/disease front: solid information on the latest supplementation, herbs, and vitamins; additional exercise/nutrition benefits and interactions; and much more.*Examines the connections between nutrition and disease*Clarifies the role of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals*Details the optimal supplementation dosages for ...
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The Johns Hopkins Medical Guide to Health After 50: The Latest Recommendations from the Hopkins Specialists
from: Rebus
: :Baby boomers now make up the majority of the American population. The Johns Hopkins Medical Guide to Health After 50 is the only authoritative consumer reference from one of America’s leading medical centers specifically aimed at the health concerns of people over 50. In this invaluable reference work, you’ll learn in detail about the warning signs, diagnostic steps, and treatment options for every major medical problem most likely to affect adult men and women—from age-related complaints such as impotence and menopausal symptoms to disorders of ...
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