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The Encyclopedia of Sleep and Sleep Disorders (Facts on File Library of Health and Living)

According to the National Center on Sleep Disorders Research of the National Institutes of Health, 70 million American adults suffer from some kind of sleep disorder. Disorders such as sleep apnea have been linked to an increased likelihood of stroke, … Continue reading

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The Encyclopedia of Trauma and Traumatic Stress Disorders (Facts on File Library of Health and Living)

Given the ongoing wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as the steady stream of terror bombings and mass shootings, it seems that a title on trauma and related disorders would have an audience wanting to understand more about the … Continue reading

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UXL Encyclopedia of Diseases and Disorders

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Toxic Truth: A Scientist, a Doctor, and the Battle over Lead

The first book to tell the incredible story of two men behind the bitter thirty-year fight to protect children from lead They didn’t start out as environmental warriors. Clair Patterson was a geochemist focused on determining the age of the … Continue reading

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Leung’s Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients: Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics

The third edition of the unparalleled reference on natural ingredients and their commercial use This new Third Edition of Leung’s Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients: Used in Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics arrives in the wake of the huge wave of … Continue reading

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Salem Health: Psychology & Mental Health

Editor Piotrowski updates Magill’s Encyclopedia of Social Science: Psychology (2003) to create a comprehensive set that covers all aspects of psychology and mental health. The 593 entries include 159 new entries and 46 substantial revisions, and every entry from the … Continue reading

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The Encyclopedia of Poisons and Antidotes (Facts on File Library of Health and Living)

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The International Encyclopedia of Depression

“This encyclopedia distills an amazing amount of information into a book that is easy to read and navigate .This would serve as a great reference for anyone with an interest in depression.” Score: 96, 4 stars –Doody’s Depression is the … Continue reading

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Epilepsy A to Z: A Concise Encyclopedia

Epilepsy A-Z is a unique compendium that provides a bullet of epilepsy-related information that is ideal for quick and easy reference. It is essential for busy practitioners who want the essence of terms and topics relevant to patient care and … Continue reading

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Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery and Medical Tests

Wide ranging and clearly written, this encyclopedia speaks authoritatively without talking down to patients, their families, and caregivers. Medical-care providers will also find this a valuable reference to help explain conditions, complex procedures, and medical treatments. It will also be … Continue reading

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