Screen LibraryWomen's health concerns sourcebook：basic consumer health information about issues and trends in women's health and health conditions of special concern to women, including endometriosis, uterine fibroids, menstrual irregularities, menopause, sexual dysfunction, infertility, cancer in women, and other such chronic disorders as lupus, fibromyalgia, and thyroid disease; along with statistical data, tips for maintaining wellness, a glossary, and a directory of resources for further help and information
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Omnigraphics,
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| Publisher Address: | Detroit, MI |
| Publication Dates: | c2009. |
| Literature type: | Book |
| Language: | English |
| Edition: | 3rd ed. |
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Health reference series |
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| Carrier Form: | xix, 711 p.: ill. ; 24 cm. |
| ISBN: |
9780780810365 (hardcover : alk. paper) 0780810368 (hardcover : alk. paper) |
| Index Number: | R173 |
| CLC: | R173-62 |
| Call Number: | R173-62/W872/3rd.ed. |
| Contents: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. How the female body works -- Nutrition and wellness -- Avoiding risk factors for common health concerns -- Recommended screenings and checkups for women -- Recommended vaccinations for women -- Women's health : a statistical overview -- Health disparities affecting minority women -- Lesbian health concerns -- Violence against women and ways to prevent it -- Nonmalignant breast conditions -- Premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder -- Menstrual irregularities -- Ovarian pain and disorders of the ovaries -- Endometriosis -- Uterine fibroids -- Vaginal and pelvic infections -- "Provides basic consumer health information about health conditions of special concern to women, along with tips for maintaining wellness. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources"--Provided by publisher. |