This cutting-edge reference covers over 40 areas of medicine, spanning the entire spectrum of modern health care. It includes the latest information on over 3,600 health issues, from anthrax to zinc deficiency. And it's all from the most esteemed physicians and scientists in the world of medicine today. Most importantly, the Encyclopedia sets a new standard by being as practical as it is complete. This is the home health reference that you will refer to and use again and again. This incredible volume is written in a clear, direct, and engaging style. And it's organised to help you to find the information you need instantly. Entries are presented alphabetically and provide information on symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatments, cautions, prognosis, and prospects for future research. What's more, it features over 1200 full-colour illustrations and an entire complement of reference tools. We think you will find this volume to be one of the most important and even lifesaving books for your entire family.
- ISBN13 9780895261861
- Publish Date 17 January 2002
- Publish Status Transferred
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Regnery Publishing Inc
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 1312
- Language English