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Seductive Delusions: How Everyday People Catch STDs

Jill Grimes

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Anyone can catch a sexually transmitted disease. STDs are widespread in all walks of life, regardless of gender, race, social status, or education. Seduced into complacency by the notion that "it can't happen to me," many sexually active teens and young adults are stunned when they are diagnosed with an STD.

To drive home the risks and realities of unprotected sex, Dr. Jill Grimes narrates real-life stories of young people infected with STDs. The accounts of these young men and women, and their exam-room conversations with their doctors, evoke both the physical symptoms and the emotional reactions that can accompany infection.

Dr. Grimes introduces each disease with a pair of stories that capture the distinct experiences of a man and a woman, in the process allowing readers to identify and empathize with such patients. The stories are followed by an information section that provides medical facts and answers to frequently asked questions about symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

Whether reading the book from cover to cover or jumping directly to a specific disease, readers will relate to the dramatic stories while learning medically reliable information to help them make decisions about life and love.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that one in four teenage girls in the United States has a sexually transmitted disease. Seductive Delusions reveals what physicians across America see every day. Anyone who is sexually active is at risk and needs to read this book.

Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat , Revised Reprint (Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat)

Craig E. Greene

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Featuring full-color illustrations and hundreds of tables with diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines, this authoritative resource explores the diagnosis and treatment of canine and feline infectious diseases caused by viruses, rickettsiae, chlamydiae, mycoplasmas, bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, and unknown agents. Discussion of each disease includes diagnostic testing, indications and methods for sample collection, in-office diagnostic procedures, and more. It also features a complete antimicrobial drug formulary, drug dosage tables, prescribing information, immunization recommendations, and a list of product manufacturers.

• An accompanying CD-ROM provides easy access to an extensive list of references for further research.
• A complete list of acronyms is located on the front cover for quick access to the meanings of all acronyms featured in the book.
• Provides complete and consistent prescribing information in easy-to-use drug dosage tables.
• A comprehensive drug formulary in the appendix provides key information on each drug to help adjust dosages on the basis of clinical and toxicologic data.

• Includes coverage of newly discovered infectious agents of dogs and cats, including diagnosis and treatment considerations.
• Provides the latest information on foot and mouth disease virus infection.
• Contains up-to-date information on Australian bat lyssavirus infection in the Rabies chapter.
• Offers additional information on canine monocytic and granulocytic ehrlichiosis.
• This edition features full-color illustrations and a user-friendly layout.

Dr. Greene is the recipient of the 2005 Mark L. Morris, Sr. Lifetime Achievement Award!

The Alcoholic Republic: An American Tradition

W.J. Rorabaugh

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Interesting Study on American Alcoholic Consumption 4 out of 5 stars.
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William Rorabaugh, an associate professor of History at the University of Washington, provides a very interesting study of alcoholic consumption in the United States from the 18th century through the mid 1800s. He looks at the issue from the supply side (expense and technology in the production of distilled beverages and the import of rum) and the demand side. There is some eye-opening information in this work. The annual per capita consumption of alcohol between 1800-1830 exceeded 5 gallons; nearly triple today's consumption (p. 8). The demand for alcohol (particularly whiskey) stemmed from such things as alleged medical and dietary benefits, social camaraderie, a way to cope with a rapidly changing society, and such particle reasons as the lack of alternatives (water and milk was unhealthy and other substitutes were comparatively expensive) and strong beverages were needed to overcome the bland, monotonous American diet. Rorabaugh also devotes much of this study to the medical and moral critics of alcohol, including temperance societies. One doctor in the 1740s favored moderation: "not more than one bottle of wine each evening" (p. 32). I believe there is a lot of over-generalization in this study, especially when disillusionment over the voting system and the burden of living up to the ideals of the independent man are used as reasons for drinking (although drinking probably came before such feelings). Still, the book is extremely well-researched, with source notes at the end and several appendixes on estimating consumption of alcohol, cross-national comparisons of consumption, and cook books. The text, excluding the appendixes, is 222 pages and includes illustrations.

Lange FlashCards Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (Lange Flash Cards)

Timothy J. Bos, Kenneth D. Somers

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Total reviews: 4 Average rating: 3.0 of 5

Don't waste your money!!! 1 out of 5 stars.
9 of 9 people found this review helpful.

These cards are not at all what flash-cards should be. It is more like a text with the information placed on cards. Not good for memorizing the facts associated with each organism.

Furthermore, the cards are "titled" by the pathological disease NOT by microorganism. For instance if you wanted a card for Staph aureus, with the morphology, normal flora, toxins, etc ... it doesn't have it. Instead it will have a card for the most common pathology that staph will be associated with.

The Lange card series are excellent for Path and Pharm (both of which I have), but they missed the boat on this one.

For your info, I have finished 2nd year and studying for step 1.

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Every medical student knows that studying for Step 1 of the USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination) is the most difficult of all exams. Students need options and quick tools. With more than 200 portable and concise flash cards, this excellent review resource is the perfect option and quick review for this exam. Simple to use, students read the featured clinical case on one side and test their disease knowledge by answering to the patient’s symptoms presented in each case. Flipping over the card, the answers to the correct diagnosis, a review of the basic science, clinical manifestations, laboratory findings, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the disorder are on the other side. The most innovative format by the most trusted medical review brand in medicine, this new addition to the LANGE brand of medical education resources, is rock solid, portable, and fun.

Viruses, Plagues, and History

Michael B. A. Oldstone

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The story of viruses and the story of humanity have been intertwined since the dawn of history. The first small cities formed not only the cradle of civilization, but the spawning ground for the earliest viral epidemics, the first opportunity for viruses to find a home in the human herd. This is a story of fear and ignorance, as everything from demons and the wrath of the gods to minority groups have been blamed for epidemics from smallpox to yellow fever to AIDS. It is a story of grief and heartbreak, as hundreds of thousands, sometimes millions, are wiped out in a single year. And it is a story of great bravery and sacrifice, as doctors and nurses put themselves in harm's way to combat yellow fever in Memphis and Ebola in Zaire, and as researchers risk their own lives to test theories of vaccines and the transmission of disease. Now, in Viruses, Plagues, and History, Michael B. A. Oldstone tells all these stories as he illuminates the history of the devastating diseases that have tormented humanity.
Oldstone focuses his tale on a few of the most famous viruses humanity has battled, beginning with some we have effectively defeated, such as smallpox, polio, and measles. Nearly 300 million people were killed by smallpox in this century alone -- more than were killed in all the wars of the twentieth century combined. The author presents a vivid account of the long campaign against the virus, the insightful work of Edward Jenner, who created the smallpox vaccine from cowpox virus in 1796, and the monumental efforts of D. A. Henderson and an army of W.H.O. health care workers to finally eradicate smallpox. The smallpox virus remains the only organism that we have deliberately pushed to complete extinction in the wild.
Oldstone then describes the fascinating viruses that have captured headlines in more recent years: Ebola and other hemorrhagic fevers, which literally turn their victims' organs to a bloody pulp; the Hantavirus outbreaks in the southwestern United States and elsewhere; mad cow disease, a frightening illness made worse by government mishandling and secrecy; and, of course, AIDS, often called "the plague of our time." And he tells us of the many scientists watching and waiting even now for the next great plague, monitoring influenza strains to see whether the deadly variant from 1918 -- a viral strain that killed over 20 million people in 1918-1919, more than twice the military and civilian casualties of the First World War -- will make a comeback.
Viruses have enormous power. They have wiped out cities, brought down dynasties, and helped destroy civilizations. But, as Michael Oldstone reveals, scientific research has given us the power to tame many of these viruses as well. Viruses, Plagues, and History shows us the panorama of humanity's long-standing conflict with our unseen viral enemies, from our successes to our continuing struggles. Oldstone's book is a vivid history of a fascinating field, and a highly reliable dispatch from a worker on the frontiers of this ongoing campaign.

Twelve Diseases That Changed Our World

Irwin W. Sherman

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This new book illustrates for a wide audience how disease can affect social and political changes on a grand scale and how improvements in public health have helped to control disease outbreaks. The lessons that have been learned from past encounters with diseases and how we can best use these lessons in the future are explored.

America's Forgotten Pandemic: The Influenza of 1918

Alfred W. Crosby

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Between August 1918 and March 1919 the Spanish influenza spread worldwide, claiming over 25 million lives, more people than those perished in the fighting of the First World War. It proved fatal to at least a half-million Americans. Yet, the Spanish flu pandemic is largely forgotten today. In this vivid narrative, Alfred W. Crosby recounts the course of the pandemic during the panic-stricken months of 1918 and 1919, measures its impact on American society, and probes the curious loss of national memory of this cataclysmic event. In a new edition, with a new preface discussing the recent outbreaks of diseases, including the Asian flu and the SARS epidemic, America's Forgotten Pandemic remains both prescient and relevant. Alfred W. Crosby is a Professor Emeritus in American Studies, History and Geography at the University of Texas at Austin, where he taught for over 20 years. His previous books include Throwing Fire (Cambrige, 2002), the Measure of Reality (Cambridge, 1997) and Ecological Imperialism (cambridge, 1986). Ecological Imperialism was the winner of the 1986 Phi Beta Kappa book prize. The Measure of Reality was chosen by the Los Angeles Times as one of the 100 most important books of 1997.

Killer Germs

Barry E Zimmerman, David J. Zimmerman

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Everything readers ever wanted to know about deadly viruses, killer parasites, flesh-eating microbes, and other lifethreatening beasties but were afraid to ask

What disease, known as "the White Death" has killed 2 billion people, and counting?

What fatal disease lurks undetected in air conditioners and shower heads, waiting to become airborne?

How lethal is the Ebola virus, and will there ever be a cure for it?

How do you catch flesh-eating bacteria?

Killer Germs takes readers on a fascinating (sometimes horrifying) journey into the amazing world of viruses, bacteria, protozoa, fungi, and worms and explores the roles they have played in shaping the course of human history. From biblical plagues, to the AIDS crisis, to supergerms of the future, this updated and revised edition of the original covers the whole gamut of diseases that have threatened humanity since its origins.

It also includes a new chapter on the history of bioterrorism and the deplorable role it has played and is likely to play in the phenomenal diversity of diseases.

The Anywhere, Anytime Chill Guide: 77 Simple Strategies for Serenity

Kate Hanley

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Fabulously restorative! 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

All I can say is, where have you been all my life? What a great resource for remedies to keep you balanced and happy even in the toughest of situations. Ahhhhhhh!

Chill Guide 5 out of 5 stars.
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This is the best book out there. It is worth a whole lot more than the asking price. Kate Hanley has written a easy to follow guide to serenity. I love how she has divided the book into remedies for different situations. Just look at the contents page. She has made them easy to follow, not requiring expensive equipment, and a bit of humor. I certainly use this book daily. It will make a huge difference in your life and the way you look at things. I am giving this book for several holiday gifts. I know people will like it .Buy it!

A Must Read 5 out of 5 stars.
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The "Chill Guide" delivers the same practical, witty and easy-to-follow tips that Kate Hanley has been sharing with readers for years [...]. I especially loved her advice for taming road rage and managing computer crashes. It's one of those books that you need to buy and keep in your purse to help you deal with all of the stressful snafus that are part of life. I highly recommend it!

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How to conquer everyday stress with zen, a sense of humor, and techniques anyone can do anywhere.

Coping with Lyme Disease, Second Edition: A Practical Guide to Dealing with Diagnosis and Treatment

Denise V. Lang, Joseph Territo

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Great Book 4 out of 5 stars.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.

I would give this book a 5 if it had information for men. I agree with an earlier reviewer about that point. But the book is very informative and the best book out there for individuals with Lyme. I wish I had read it sooner.

Best Book For A Lyme Patient 5 out of 5 stars.
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I have 6 books on Lyme disease. This was the best for a patient to read and understand. It will help explain all your symptoms so you won't feel so alone. Great book for family and friends. Highlight the parts you want them to read and pass it along-easier than talking.

Informative and empathetic 5 out of 5 stars.
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This book gives the reader a rundown of what is currently known about Lyme and what is currently available in testing and treatment. This is, of course, as it should be, but all the more so in a medical culture where doctors know little and explain less. Lyme is one of the those diseases that is quite difficult to diagnose, and our American doctors are not exactly skilled diagnosticians. Worse, those of us who suffer from diseases that are not seen by the average medico every day may well have gotten blank stares or belligerent scoldings from Dr. Crock, and walked away with nothing more than another charge to the insurance company (if we have one). Denise Lang is herself afflicted with Lyme, and knows all the problems we can have with doctors, and deals with them head on. But fear not - her co-author, Kenneth Liegner, is an MD and has a full grip on the scientific facts and the ability to explain those to laypersons. So we get the medicine as well as the reality of dealing with it.

Editorial Review:

This is the bible for the thousands who contract Lyme disease-one of our nation's fastest growing epidemics-each year, now completely revised and updated, including an expanded resource guide.