Evelyn B Kelly
Author
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"This chapter-based reference book provides an approachable introduction to asthma, especially as it relates to young adult readers"--
"Asthma is a respiratory condition marked by spasms, swelling, and excess mucus production in the bronchial passages of the lungs. This triggers coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. While asthma can usually be managed with medications and avoidance of certain triggers, it's a serious--potentially...
3) Obesity
Author
Publisher
ABC-CLIO, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
This book explores what obesity is, its causes and implications for health, and the many issues and controversies surrounding it, both in the medical community and within society as a whole. "Offers additional and updated information since the first edition, including expanded coverage of popularly contested topics such as weight loss medications and genetic contributors to obesity". Examines key issues related to obesity, such as whether or not someone...
4) Stem cells
Author
Publisher
Greenwood Press
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Formats
Description
Describes the scientific background of stem cells focusing on growing and maintaining embryonic stems cells and tissue engineering along with current research. Also includes information on ethical issues and religious concerns as well as regulatory legalities.
Author
Publisher
Greenwood, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"This book explores serious diseases and disorders that most readers have never heard of, ranging from genetic, infectious, and environmental diseases to autoimmune, idiopathic, and mental disorders"--
"This title informs and educates readers about rare and unusual diseases"--