The editors of The Johns Hopkins Medical Letter Health After 50 present this indispensable medical guide covering more than 100 of the most common ailments associated with aging. Organized from A to Z by ailment, its concise language and clear presentation make it easy to use. Each ailment is covered in detail and includes information on symptoms, ...
An easy-to-use and awesomely accurate encyclopedia that allows you to easily diagnose your symptoms and quickly explains your disorder and its remedies. Over 500 symptoms and conditions are addressed in clear, easy-to-understand language. Each entry has been thoroughly reviewed by the appropriate Johns Hopkins specialist to ensure the very latest ...
Ranked the no.1 hospital (by World Reports) for ten consecutive years, this exhaustive resource was developed by the Johns Hopkins faculty specialists in each area of medical test especially for people aged 50-plus. It provides readers with a detailed look at what to expect from literally hundreds of medical tests available today, from routine ...
This fully updated Third Edition provides the latest worldwide research on every herbal agent in common use today. Its monographs are based on the results of clinical studies, examining the existing evidence and comparing it with manufacturer's claims. Each monograph covers the most commonly known generic name, synonyms, common trade names, common ...
The definitive reference to prescription and over-the-counter medications with special attention to herbal and dietary supplements and drug and herbal interactions. The Consumer Guide to Drugs is the most current, best-organised and authoritative directory on medications available today and the unique page-at-a-glance format ensures it is the most ...
Listing the 100 major medical disorders of people over 50, this handbook is based on the up-to-date computer database of U.S. Pharmacopeia, the standard-bearer for America's prescription drugs, and provides the same information available to doctors.
Exhaustive reference book containing up-to-date, accurate information - derived from an electronic database that's updated continually - on more than 3,000 generic and brand name medications.
There has been a recent surge in arthritis research, coupled with an increase in available treatments, such as COX-2 inhibitors for osteoarthritis and new disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs. We review the most up-to-date information on the causes, prevention, and treatment of arthritis and related conditions.
No household should be without a book that offers simple remedies to common ailments as well as advice on obtaining professional assistance for more complex situations. In "The Johns Hopkins Complete Home Guide to Symptoms & Remedies," forty-seven top specialists at America's foremost medical institution provide thousands of reliable answers to ...
Because coronary heart disease (CHD) affects 12 million Americans, researchers are constantly trying to identify lifestyle changes, medications, and surgical procedures that can help prevent or treat this disease. We look at the risk factors for developing CHD, and advances in the management of this condition.
This definitive home medical reference for adults offers an in-depth guide to the 100 most common medcial problems, occurring in adults over the age of 50, plus a unique directory to hospitals and other health-care resources, from support groups to treatment centers. 70 illustrations.
Research on memory continues to grow. Every year, investigators learn more about the causes of memory problems and how to prevent and treat them. We review the past year's advances in the understanding of memory disorders like Alzheimer disease, and discuss how people who care for patients with dementia can cope better with day-to-day difficulties.
A rise in blood pressure increases the risk of numerous health complications, particularly stroke. We discuss the various ways blood pressure can be controlled, specifically through lifestyle changes and medication, and review the current status of stroke prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
A one-of-a-kind resource that focuses exclusively on the 100 disorders most likely to affect people over age 50 - including indepth coverage of arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, hypertension, and osteoporosis.
The number of people diagnosed with diabetes has increased steadily in recent years. Fortunately, methods of monitoring and managing the condition have been refined, giving people with diabetes the chance to live longer and healthier lives. We review the current knowledge about diabetes, including its causes and treatments.
Men with benign prostatic hyperplasia or prostate cancer can choose from a variety of treatment options. But deciding on a treatment can be difficult and confusing. We review the latest knowledge and advances in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of prostate disorders to help men make objective decisions.
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a doctor. We examine the various ways people can attain relief from this condition, and report on advances in the knowledge and treatment of osteoporosis, a common cause of back pain in older people.
This definitive home medical reference for adults offers an in-depth guide to the 100 most common medcial problems, occurring in adults over the age of 50, plus a unique directory to hospitals and other health-care resources, from support groups to treatment centers. 70 illustrations.
The first part of Johns Hopkins Symptoms and Remedies provides convenient, easy-to-use charts that point out all the potential diagnoses associated with your individual profile of symptoms. You are then referred to the second part of the book, which thoroughly explains the ailment or ailments indicated by your symptoms, giving reliable advice on ...
Researchers have gained a greater understanding of how a person's biochemical makeup, environment, and behavior contribute to these disorders. We examine the causes of depression, bipolar disorders, phobias, panic attacks, and related mental health conditions, as well as advances in methods of diagnosis and treatment.
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