Health and Healing for African-Americans |
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Author:
| Prevention Magazine Editors, |
ISBN: | 978-0-553-57699-3 |
Publication Date: | Jun 1998 |
Publisher: | Random House Publishing Group
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Imprint: | Bantam |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $6.99 |
Book Description:
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Medical advice you can trust--from doctors who understand Did you know that African-Americans suffer from a higher rate of serious illness and disease than almost any other group of Americans? In response to this startling statistic, the editors at Heart & Soul magazine have created an effective and easy-to-use health resource that addresses the specific medical needs and concerns of African-Americans. Doctors agree that the most effective weapon for fighting disease is knowing how...
More DescriptionMedical advice you can trust--from doctors who understand Did you know that African-Americans suffer from a higher rate of serious illness and disease than almost any other group of Americans? In response to this startling statistic, the editors at Heart & Soul magazine have created an effective and easy-to-use health resource that addresses the specific medical needs and concerns of African-Americans. Doctors agree that the most effective weapon for fighting disease is knowing how to prevent it. With important information from 150 leading African-American doctors, Health & Healing alphabetically profiles the ailments that cause the most pain and suffering, and explains how you can get the treatment you need by learning how to spot symptoms early. Includes up-to-the-minute information on: Ashy Skin Asthma Atherosclerosis Breast Cancer Cervical Cancer Diabetes Domestic Violence Drug Abuse Eczema Endometriosis Fatigue Glaucoma Hepatitis High Blood Pressure Hiv/Aids Keloids Kidney Ailments Lupus Ovarian Cancer Prostate Problems Razor Bumps Sickle Cell Disease Tuberculosis Varicose Veins Vitiligo Weight Problems And Much More!