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Biomarkers
: The 10 Keys to Prolonging Vitality
William Evans, Irwin H. Rosenberg, Jacqueline Thompson
Simon and Schuster Books;
Paperback Reprint edition (August 1992)
ISBN:0671778986 |
Exciting new evidence
shows that the physiological functions that contribute to aging can be
controlled--regardless of age or one's physical condition. Even previous couch potatoes
can get started with only 50 minutes a day of aerobic exercise and strength training.
Includes self-tests for every level of fitness. Serial rights to The New York Times
Syndicate. 23 line drawings; 40 graphs and charts. |
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The
New York Times Book of Health : How to Feel Fitter, Eat Better, and Live Longer
Jane E. Brody (Introduction), Nicholas Wade (Editor)
Times Books; Hardcover - 496 pages (June 1997)
ISBN:081292858X
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Culled from stories
written by the staff of the New York Times, this informative
reference presents the most recent scientific developments regarding exercise, diet, and
fundamentals for healthy living. Presented in an easily digestible format, the articles
cover myriad topics, from vitamins and supplements to the best cancer-fighting foods. The
collection also provides thorough coverage of current medical debates that often offer
large doses of confusion with their findings, helping readers to make sense of
contradictory medical conclusions. |
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Cybermedicine : How Computing Empowers Doctors and
Patients for Better Health Care
Warner V. Slack
JB Jossey-Bass Publishers;
Hardcover - 224 pages 1 Ed edition (May 1997)
ISBN:0787903434 |
Cybermedicine
is a passionate plea for the expanded use of computers among both doctors and patients.
The book presents a compelling argument for the use of computers in the initial diagnosis
and assessment of patients, for crucial decisions in the course of treatment, and for use
in self-care, research, prevention of illness, and - above all - patient empowerment. Read a quote from Cybermedicine
about computers and patient empowerment. |
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Take Care of Yourself : The Complete Illustrated Guide to Medical Self-Care
Donald M. Vickery, James F. Fries
Addison-Wesley Pub Co (T);
Paperback, 6th edition
380 pages (March 1996)
ISBN:0201489899 |
One of the
best-selling health-care books of all time, this 10-million-copy seller is now fully
illustrated, making it more valuable than ever before. Updated to present new advice on
snake bites, heat strokes, sleep apnea, ulcers, prescription drugs, and more, the guide
helps readers understand more than 136 symptoms and, in many cases, treat themselves
quickly and easily at home. See
a quote from the 1990 edition pertaining to why you should keep family health
records.. |
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Eat
for Life : The Food and Nutrition Board's Guide to Reducing Your Risk of Chronic Disease
Catherine E. Woteki, Paul R. Thomas (Editor)
Hardcover - 179 pages (April 1992)
National Academy Press; ISBN: 0309040493
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Eat
for Life synthesizes eating guidelines that relate to all major diseases associated with
diet, substantially reducing the confusion resulting from mass media reports. This
book dispels myths about eating, offers sensible advice on controversies such as fiber,
and provides helpful tips on such practical problems as estimating serving amounts.
Unlike other books on the subject, Eat for Life looks at the risk for many diseases
simultaneously, rather than one at a time. |
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Complete
Guide to Prescription & Nonprescription Drugs 1998
H. Winter, Md. Griffith
Paperback - 1104 pages 15th edition (November 1997)
Berkley Publishing Group; ISBN: 0399523456 |
With
charts for quick access to data, information on side effects and interactions, and
listings for all of the newest FDA-approved drugs, this is the essential, all-in-one guide
to drugs. |
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The
African-American Health Book : A Prescription for Improvement
Valiere Alcena
Paperback (February 1996)
Citadel Pr;
ISBN: 0806517190 |
An
authoritative survey of health issues confronting African Americans describes a range of
ailments--including cancer, hypertension, sickle-cell anemia, diabetes, heart disease, and
emphysema--their causes, and their treatment. |
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Infomedicine
: A Consumer's Guide to the Latest Medical Research
Fred D. Baldwin, Suzanne McInerney
Little Brown and Company;
Paperback (March 1996)
ISBN:0316079103
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Shows patients how and
where to find up-to-date medical information on any disease or condition, including
guidance for using on-line databases, access to support groups, and tips on getting the
most from managed care.On-line features on the Internet.
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Health
Online : How to Find Health Information, Support Groups, and Self-Help Communities in
Cyberspace
Tom Ferguson, Edward J. Madara
Addison-Wesley Pub Co (T);
Paperback - 308 pages (March 1996)
ISBN:0201409895 |
A leading expert on
self-care guides readers through the health resources on all the commercial online
services--such as American Online, CompuServe, and Prodigy--as well as on the Internet,
World Wide Web, specialized electronic bulletin boards, and databases at the National
Institutes of Health. Includes advice on how to start self-care newsgroups. |
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How to Get Out
of the Hospital Alive : A Guide to Patient Power
Sheldon P. Blau, MD,
Elaine Fantle Shimberg
Hardcover
256 pages (June 1997)
MacMillan General Reference;
ISBN: 0028612183 |
Dr. Blau almost died
after undergoing open heart surgery, not from the surgery or heart disease, but from
infectious bacteria introduced during the operation. The book reveals that 180,000
Americans die of preventable medical mistakes each year. What's more, 5 to 10 percent of
hospitalized patients will acquire an infection they didn't have before, while 6.5 percent
will have a bad reaction to drugs. In this book, Blau offers concrete advice to help
patients play a role in their own treatment and recovery, including ways to avoid the most
common hospital-related errors. |
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The Patient's
Guide to Medical Tests : Everything You Need to
Know About the Tests Your Doctor Prescribes
Joseph Stauffer Ph.D., Joseph C. Segen M. D.
Paperback - 432 pages
4 edition (December 1997)
Facts On File Publications;
ISBN: 081603530X |
The Patient's Guide to
Medical Tests alphabetically lists more than 1,000 tests most commonly used by
physicians, hospitals, and commercial labs. An extensive glossary of medical
terms translates professional terminology into accessible language and a
"Comments" section notes any precautions to take when evaluating results as well
as risks to the patients. Each entry includes:
A description of the test, Patient preparation, Procedure, The reference range, What
abnormal values may signify, and The cost of each test. |
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Complete
Guide to Symptoms, Illness & Surgery (3rd Ed)
H. Winter Griffith, Mark Pederson
Paperback - 1080 pages 3rd edition (July 1995)
Perigee Books;
ISBN: 0399519424 |
This is the definitive
reference source for diagnosing, understanding and seeking treatment for any illness -
from the common cold to life-threatening cancer or heart disease. With up-to-date
information on new medical therapies, including drugs and surgeries, this authoritative
guide features 2082 signs and symptoms, 520 illnesses and disorders, 171 illustrated
surgeries, 23 health appendices, explains causes and risk factors, how to prevent
complications or recurrence, diagnostic tests, when to call your doctor, and is surgery
necessary? |
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The
Male Body : An Owner's Manual : The Ultimate Head-To-Toe Guide to Staying Healthy and Fit
for Life
K. Winston Caine, Perry Garfinkel, Editors of Men's Health Books
Paperback (November 1996)
Rodale Press;
ISBN: 087596401X
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Booklist ,
10/15/96 (excerpts)
In a health-maintenance book that is actually fun to read, a group of writer-editors are
backed up by physicians from all over the country in marshaling the latest information on
health issues peculiar to men. ...this marvelously informative book is divided into three
sections: general items of concern, such as nutrition, medical testing, and stress; an
A-to-W (Achilles tendon to wrists) breakdown of parts of the male body that are
susceptible to problems and how the problems should be dealt with; and a concluding
presentation of various workouts to keep muscularly fit. ... Brad Hooper Copyright©
1996, American Library Association. |
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