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This title discusses the importance and need for health insurance, plus medical billing and detailed study about private and public-health insurance in the United States. Explains key factors for choosing a private plan, COBRA requirements and benefits, Affordable Care Act, Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP coverage, and shopping for health insurance with pre-existing medical conditions. Describes healthcare reforms in the U.S. and includes a glossary...
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This title provides updated information about women's medical issues, explains female anatomy, and discusses women's health and wellness topics. It covers vaccination and screening, fitness and nutrition, healthy aging, breast health, sexual and reproductive issues, conditions that disproportionately affect women, and the leading causes of death and disability, including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Includes a glossary and list of additional...
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This text provides information about the physiology of aging, impact of stress on aging, and how the brain's health can make a difference. Also covered are aging-associated diseases and medical conditions such as cardiovascular disorders, eye disorders, instability, mental disorders, musculoskeletal disorders, neurodegenerative disorders, respiratory disorders, and more.
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This book provides information about the effects of the environment on human health, including specific populations such as pregnant women, children, the elderly, and minorities for which the effects of environmental exposures are especially harmful. It covers airborne, waterborne, foodborne, and chemical hazards, cancer, respiratory problems, infertility, autism, and other diseases, and health risks of some common household items. Includes directory...
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This collection provides accessible explanations of many recent scientific advances in public health, as well as advances in medicine, molecular biology, genetics, epidemiology, and related fields. It covers current health and medicine issues with global impact in the modern world and organizations and groups addressing these issues.
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Provides basic consumer information about HIV and AIDS, including information about the stages and types of the disease and how it is transmitted. It includes guidelines for preventing disease transmission and details about how it is diagnosed and the various drug regimens used in its treatment. Information on co-occurring infections, complications, and tips for living with HIV infection are also included. Concludes with a glossary of related terms...
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As teens contend with a host of emotional and physical changes, taking control of their own health becomes especially important. However, they are often unsure about their legal rights and how to address their medical concerns, especially in regards to the sensitive subjects of mental and sexual health. This indispensable guide will help give teens the confidence to navigate the health care system and find available services and resources. Readers...
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This title discusses newborn health, child development milestones and seeking medical help when a child faces developmental concerns, plus diseases and conditions that affect infants, toddlers, and children, their causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Covers nutrients required for healthy weight gain, mealtime routine, physical activity, and medicines and vaccines, and answers common questions about the vaccines. Includes safety tips, glossary,...
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