Health Reference Series eBook

Provides consumer health information about the physical, mental, and emotional health and development of adolescents.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Consumer health information about aging and associated diseases and medical conditions. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Consumer health information about aging and associated diseases and medical conditions. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about transmission, testing, stages, and treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), with facts about prevention, related complications, and tips for living with HIV/AIDS.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, directory of resources and online access.

Consumer health information about alcohol abuse, addiction, and related health effects, with facts about treatment and recovery.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, online access, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about causes, triggers, and treatment of allergic disorders, along with coping strategies and prevention tips. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Alzheimer disease and other dementias, along with tips for coping with memory loss and related complications and advice for caregivers. Includes index, glossary of related terms, directory of resources and online access.

Anxiety Disorders Sourcebook, Second Edition provides insight into the various ways people experience anxiety and its various types of disorders, including general anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and panic disorder.

Consumer health information about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for major forms of arthritis, along with self-care tips and coping strategies. Includes index, glossary of related terms, online access, and other resources.

Offers consumer health information about diagnosis, treatment, and management of asthma, including facts about coping with the disease and minimizing triggers, along with a special section on asthma in children. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about the causes, risk factors, symptoms, and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders and related conditions, along with facts about interventions and treatments, educational guidelines, and coping tips for families. Includes index, glossary, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about the diseases, disorders, and injuries that affect the spinal column. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Basic consumer health information about blood and circulatory system function, various circulatory disorders, and treatment options.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Consumer health information about the diagnosis and treatment of acquired and traumatic brain injuries, brain disorders, and degenerative diseases and conditions. Includes index, glossary of related terms, directory of resources and online access.

Provides information about breast cancer and its causes, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment. Covers the types of breast cancer, including ductal carcinoma in situ, lobular carcinoma in situ, invasive carcinoma and inflammatory breast cancer. Information on treatment complications, preventive therapies and tips on living with cancer are also included, along with a glossary of related terms..

Consumer health information about risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancers of concern to women. Includes index, glossary of related terms, online access and other resources.

Consumer health information about risks, prevention, and treatment of major forms of cancer. Includes index, glossary of related terms, other resources, and online access.

Consumer health information about living with cancer after diagnosis, making cancer care decisions, coping with complications of treatment, and maintaining wellness after treatment.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Basic consumer health information about risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of heart and vascular diseases, along with prevention strategies and concerns specific to men, women, children, and minority populations. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and directory of resources.

Consumer health information about caregiving and the types of caregivers with information. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Offers consumer health information about abuse and neglect of children and adolescents. With information about parenting issues and child abuse risks, prevention and intervention strategies, as well as information about adult survivors of child abuse.

Provides basic consumer health information about the physical and mental health of preadolescent children including common illnesses and injuries, disease prevention and screening, and wellness promotion. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about alternative and complementary medical therapies, including dietary supplements, mind-body medicine, and manipulative and body-based therapies, along with facts about alternative treatments for specific diseases and conditions. Includes index, glossary of related terms, other resources and includes online access.

Provides consumer health information about nonhereditary birth defects and disorders, including facts about prevention and treatment options. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

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. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about management of end-of-life symptoms, caregiving and facility evaluation, and legal and economic issues associated with end-of-life.

Provides basic consumer health information about dental hygiene, preventive care, and oral health concerns for children and adults, with facts about surgical, orthodontic, and cosmetic dental procedures, and diseases of the mouth and jaw. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Consumer health information about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of various forms of depression, along with coping tips and strategies for building resilience and self-esteem.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about diagnosis, treatment, and management of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, along with facts about lifestyle issues and preventing complications. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about dietary guidelines and eating plans for children, adults, and seniors, weight control, and related medical concerns. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about dietary guidelines and eating plans for children, adults, and seniors, weight control, and related medical concerns. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Offers basic consumer health information about physical, sensory, cognitive, and learning disabilities, along with facts about assistive devices, technologies, and related services to promote independence, and guidance for families on education and employment options, legal, and financial concerns. Includes index, glossary of related terms, online access, and other resources.

Consumer health information about managing serious and chronic illness, navigating the health care system and finding and evaluating health information,  patient rights and responsibilities, assistive technologies, and tips for dealing with legal, financial, and health insurance matters. Includes index, a glossary of related terms, and directories of resources.

Provides consumer health information about violence, stalking, harassment, and other forms of abuse, and discusses the physical, mental, and social effects of violence against intimate partners, children, teens, the elderly, immigrants, and other populations; gives strategies for prevention and intervention. Includes index, glossary of related terms and directory of resources.

Provides information about abuse of illegal drugs and misuse of prescription and over-the-counter medications. Describes specific drugs, their health impacts, addiction potential, and harms to individuals, families and communities. Drug treatment and recovery options and information on drug testing and drug-use prevention.

Provides consumer health information about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, and voice. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Offers information on anorexia and bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other eating disorders. Explains the risk factors for developing eating disorders and the adverse effects and methods used to prevent, diagnose and treat these disorders.

Provides basic consumer health information about the immune system, facts about the spread of disease, information on emerging infectious diseases, international travel guidance, diagnostic tests, treatment methods, and prevention and vaccination programs, along with reports on current research initiatives and additional resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about diagnosis and treatment of endocrine system and metabolic function disorders. Includes index, online access, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Consumer health information about the health effects of environmental hazards and diseases linked to environmental causes, with facts about the impact on specific populations.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, online access, and other resources.

Consumer health information about the sociological aspects of health with specific data about ethnicity, race and disease disparities among the U.S. population, genetic conditions specific to ethnic groups, and the differing risk factors associated with common diseases. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and disorders and the prevention of eye injuries, along with tips for coping with low vision.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about the elements of physical fitness, along with the various types of exercises, tips for starting and maintaining an exercise program, and strategies for avoiding injuries. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about disorders caused by gene and chromosome abnormalities and those with genetic and environmental components, along with facts about genetic testing and treatment research, and guidance for parents of children with special needs. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about the application of science to develop solutions to health problems or issues such as the prevention or delay of onset of diseases or the promotion and monitoring of good health. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about the physical, mental, and developmental health of infants, toddlers, and children including facts about the diseases and conditions that affect them and tips to bring them up in a healthy way. Includes glossary, index, and other resources.

Provides information about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of problems that impact the body’s urinary system, including bladder control problems, kidney stones, cancers, infections, prostate enlargement, glomerular diseases, and kidney failure.

Provides basic consumer health information about the signs, symptoms, and diagnosis of various learning disabilities and other conditions that impact learning, along with facts about early intervention and the special education process, advice for coping at home and school, and handling the transition to adulthood. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about endoscopic, imaging, laboratory, and other types of medical testing for disease diagnosis and monitoring, along with guidelines for screening and preventive care testing in children and adults.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, online access, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about health conditions of concern to men, along with tips for maintaining physical and mental wellness. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Consumer health information about the signs, symptoms, and treatment of various mental illnesses, and the special mental health concerns of children and adolescents, older adults, and other groups, along with tips for maintaining mental wellness. Includes index, glossary of related terms, online access, and other resources.

Provides 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.

Provides information about Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and its effects on mobility, vision, bladder function, speech, swallowing, and cognition, including facts about risk factors, causes, diagnostic procedures and treatment options.

Provides basic health information about the causes, prevalence, associated health risks, prevention, and treatment of obesity and overweight along with the impact of society and tips for people to cope up with excess weight. Includes resources for additional help and information.

Provides information about the risk factors of osteoporosis along with answers to questions about calcium intake and supplements and other dietary needs, hormone replacement therapies, the drugs used to treat osteoporosis, and surgical options.

Consumer health information about the causes and management of various types of acute and chronic pain, along with prevention strategies and coping tips.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, other resources and online access.

Consumer health information about the causes and management of various types of acute and chronic pain, along with prevention strategies and coping tips.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, other resources and online access.

Consumer health information about physical rehabilitation, focus areas of physical rehabilitation, treatment plans and physical modalities. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about pregnancy and fetal development, physical and emotional changes during pregnancy, prenatal care and diagnostic tests, high-risk pregnancies and complications. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides consumer health information about prostate and urologic diseases, including urinary tract infections, kidney stones, etc.; sexual, reproductive, and bladder problems in men; and facts about prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of prostate and urologic diseases.

Consumer health information about posttraumatic disorder, covering topics such as types of trauma, diagnosis and treatment and living with PTSD. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of respiratory disorders, along with tips for coping with chronic lung disease. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Offers consumer health information about risk factors, symptoms, testing, and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases and related complications, along with facts about prevention strategies. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Basic consumer health information about the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep disorders in children and adults, along with facts about how and why people sleep, diseases that affect sleep and the health consequences of sleep deprivation.  Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

Provides basic consumer health information about nicotine addiction and smoking cessation, with facts about the health effects of tobacco use, including lung and other cancers, heart disease, stroke, and respiratory disorders such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis, a glossary of related terms, resources for additional help, and
information and index.

Sports Injuries Sourcebook, Sixth Edition begins with the benefits of playing sports and talks about various youth sports played all around the world. It highlights the impact of sports injuries which is considered to be one of the negative outcomes of playing sports.

Provides consumer health information about types of stress and the stress response, the physical and mental health effects of stress, along with facts about treatment for stress-related disorders, and stress management techniques for adults and children. Includes index, glossary of related terms, online access and other resources.

Provides detailed information about stroke, its causes, and types such as Ischemic, hemorrhagic and recurrent stroke.

Provides information about surgical specialties, common types of surgery, surgical procedures, and the risks associated with surgery and how to manage pain along with the surgical complications.

Provides information about the causes and risk factors for and signs and symptoms of TBI, treatment options, caregiving and other support services, recent research, and more.

Provides basic health information for travelers on health and safety, types and modes of travel, types of shelters, health risks during travel, document and safety requirements for traveling, along with safety and security while traveling. Includes index and other resources.

Consumer health information about conditions and disorders that affect women, along with facts about recommended health screenings and tips on avoiding risk factors to maintain wellness.