The Encyclopedia of Women's Health, Seventh Edition

Praise for the previous edition:
"...continues its tradition as a trustworthy guide...Very useful for professionals and general audiences...recommended..."—Booklist

The Encyclopedia of Women’s Health, Sixth Edition covers the full range of women’s health issues in clear, straightforward language. More than 1,100 A-to-Z entries offer up-to-date information on issues specific to women, as well as material on general health issues such as diet, exercise, and disease treatment. Perfect for students and professionals alike, this new resource explains the latest medical discoveries and treatments, providing concise information on health-related topics to enable women to become informed and active medical consumers.

New entries include:



Cervical cancer vaccine

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Emphysema

Fertility monitor

Gout

Hospitalist

HPV

Immunization

Liver cancer

Lung cancer

Myositis

Preconception care

Probiotics

Rett syndrome

Serotonin poisoning

Vertigo

and more.