Basal and Squamous Cell Skin Cancer: What You Need to Know-NOW

by American Cancer Society    (Find this book)
Complete with the most up-to-date patient treatment guidelines, this medical guide covers every aspect of basal and squamous cell skin cancer, from what the risk factors are to the benefits of early diagnosis to living healthily after treatment. Critical questions to ask the health care team are provided, as is an advanced dictionary of cancer-related terms. This pocket-sized reference aims to raise public awareness of skin cancer to promote early detection and emphasizes that all patients should be well-informed and play an active role in planning their own treatment.  -- Publisher Marketing

Melanoma Skin Cancer: What You Need to Know-NOW

by American Cancer Society    (Find this book)
This pocket-sized reference covers everything from the risk factors of melanoma skin cancer to the diagnosis procedure to living well after treatment. With greater public awareness, early detection of melanoma skin cancer is on the rise and mortality rates are declining; this medical guide emphasizes that all patients should be well-informed decision makers in planning their own treatment and is updated with the latest patient treatment guidelines. An advanced dictionary of cancer-related terms and a list of critical questions to ask health care administrators are also included. -- Publisher Marketing

Baby & Child Health Everything You Need to Know

by Philippa Kaye    (Find this book)
When dealing with a sick baby or child, it is vital that parents have the information they need at their fingertips. Giving parents the knowledge and confidence to know when to contact a doctor or take their child to the hospital, "Baby & Child Health: Everything You Need to Know" is the most accessible at-home guide for parents.
Includes: More than 150 conditions Symptoms charts with clear "yes/no" answers to what might be wrong. Clear photography illustrating step-by-step practical instructions for first aid.  Checklist boxes and key topic boxes packed with additional information.   -- Publisher Marketing

The Everything Pregnancy Book: All You Need to Get You Through the Most Important Nine Months of Your Life!

by Paula Ford-Martin     (Find this book)
You just got that positive pregnancy test and suddenly you feel lost in a sea of questions, concerns, what-ifs, and what-nows? To navigate this new world of body changes, blood tests, mood swings, and baby gear, you need a helpful guide that's with you from the first positive test to the last push. Luckily, this is the ideal guide for soon-to-be moms who are unsure of what to do after they get the big news.
Completely revised and packed with even more information, this month-by-month resource walks you through the different phases of pregnancy and offers practical advice on:

• Understanding physical and emotional changes
• Selecting the right diet for you and baby
• Understanding prenatal tests and screenings
• Choosing the best labor and delivery options
• Budgeting for the new addition to the family

This new edition also includes the latest information on nutrition, finding alternative care and treatments (yoga, anyone?), and checklists and worksheets to help parents-to-be plan for any occasion. This indispensable guide gives you the inspiration, support, and advice you need to get through your pregnancy--and beyond! -- Publisher Marketing

Heart 411: The Only Guide to Heart Health You'll Ever Need

by Marc Gillinov    (Find this book)
The definitive guide to heart health from two of America's most respected doctors at Cleveland Clinic, the #1 hospital for heart health in America.
Are you one of the eighty-two million Americans currently diagnosed with cardiovascular disease--or one of the millions more who think they are healthy but are at risk? Whether your goal is to get the best treatment or stay out of the cardiologist's office, your heart's health depends upon accurate information and correct answers to key questions. In "Heart 411," two renowned experts, heart surgeon Marc Gillinov and cardiologist Steven Nissen, tackle the questions their patients have raised over their decades of practice: Can the stress of my job really lead to a heart attack? How does exercise help my heart, and what is the right amount and type of exercise? What are the most important tests for my heart, and when do I need them? How do symptoms and treatments differ among men, women, and children?
Backed by decades of clinical experience and up-to-the-minute research, yet written in the accessible, down-to-earth tone of your trusted family doctor, "Heart 411" cuts through the confusion to give you the knowledge and tools you need to live a long and heart-healthy life.  -- Publisher Marketing

Mayo Clinic Healthy Heart for Life!

by Mayo Clinic    (Find this book)
In "The Mayo Clinic Healthy Heart for Life!, "Mayo Clinic provides up-to-date, clinically proven information that addresses the key causes of heart disease and provides clear, actionable advice in an easy-to follow format, including:
The three key actions you can taken in a quick-start plan to help you jump-start your way to heart health. A heart-health assessment to help you create your own customized plan. An easy-to-follow program designed for life-long heart health. Tools to help you determine your risk for heart disease. Information on how to recognize symptoms of heart disease-and what to do about them. Background on cholesterol's role and info on how you can minimize the effects of bad cholesterol and enhance your levels of good cholesterol. How to talk to your doctor about heart concerns and what to expect during a medical evaluation. How heart disease symptoms can be different in women, and other special concerns for women. How to raise heart-healthy children ...and more -- Publisher Marketing

The Dash Diet Action Plan: Proven to Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Without Medication

by Marla Heller    (Find this book)
The complete guide to lowering blood pressure and cholesterol- without medication-through a proven diet, exercise, and weight loss program Finally, the #1 ranked DASH diet is popularized and user-friendly. Unlike any diet before it, DASH, which stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, came out of groundbreaking NIH- funded research. Now, Marla Heller, MS, RD, who was trained by one of the primary architects of the DASH diet and is herself the leading dietician putting DASH into action for over ten years, shares the secret to making the diet easy and accessible, in THE DASH DIET ACTION PLAN. Rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat and nonfat dairy, lean meats, fish, beans, and nuts, DASH is grounded in healthy eating principles that lower blood pressure; reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer; and support reaching and maintaining a healthy weight. No diet has a medical pedigree like DASH, and this book is a simple, actionable plan that can fit seamlessly into everyone's life and lifestyle. It includes: * 28 days of meal plans at different calorie ranges * Simple tools to help you personalize a DASH Diet Action Plan for guaranteed success * DASH-friendly recipes and shopping lists * Tips for eating on-the-run * Advice on healthy weight loss and exercise for every lifestyle. Now, you can revolutionize your health and change your life-without medication. There are no magical combinations, no forbidden foods- just fabulous, healthy eating! -- Publisher Marketing