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Public Health Nutrition - - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Public Health Nutrition - - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

This foundational textbook provides a thorough understanding of the role of nutrition in public health in communities around the world. Nutrition is a fundamental building block for optimal health. In this essential textbook, Jessica Jones-Smith presents readers with a balanced introduction to the field of public health nutrition. Examining common nutrition-related problems in both high- and low-income countries, Jones-Smith allows students to draw connections between the principles and realities of public health nutrition. She also describes the fundamental tools of public health nutrition, from nutrition assessment to program monitoring and evaluation, as well as current and future solutions for public health nutrition''s most pressing issues. Covering fundamental topics while helping students build the knowledge and skills foundational to public health nutrition research and practice, the book addresses • nutrition surveillance• dietary assessment methods• program planning and program evaluation• environmental and underlying determinants of nutrition-related diseases in high-, middle-, and low-income countries• monitoring and evaluation in nutrition programs• nutrition epidemiology• community health assessment• nutrition-related policies and programs, with a particular focus on WIC in the United States and cash transfer programs in low- and middle-income countries• leading causes of disease and death• obesity• stunting• nutrition transitions The text also provides a much-needed resource for established researchers and practitioners of public health nutrition. Each chapter is authored by preeminent experts in the field, and the book includes aids for classroom learning, including case studies, learning objectives, and review questions. A rigorous introduction to foundational knowledge, Public Health Nutrition concludes with a discussion of current and future solutions for pressing health issues. Contributors: Jeanne Barcelona, Alexandra L. Bellows, Sara Bleich, Melissa Chapnick, Damien de Walque, Rachael Dombrowski, Jess Fanzo, Lia C.H. Fernald, Susan E. Filomena, Johannah Frelier, Valerie M. Friesen, Melissa Hidrobo, Paul Gertler, Lora Iannotti, Scott Ickes, Lindsay M. Jaacks, Jessica Jones-Smith, A. Gita Krishnaswamy, Noel Kulik, Mduduzi N.N. Mbuya, Kimberly Morland, Lynnette M. Neufeld, Vanessa Oddo, Cynthia Ogden, Colin Rehm, Scott Richardson, Sarah Ross-Viles, Marie Ruel, Julie Ruel-Bergeron, Garrison Spencer, Marie Spiker, Andrew Thorne-Lyman, Alison Tumilowicz, Kelsey Vercammen, Marissa Zwald

DKK 861.00
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Measuring Success - - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Measuring Success - - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Standardized tests have become the gateway to higher education . . . but should they be?For more than seventy-five years, standardized tests have been considered a vital tool for gauging students’ readiness for college. However, few people—including students, parents, teachers, and policy makers—understand how tests like the SAT or ACT are used in admissions decisions. Once touted as the best way to compare students from diverse backgrounds, these tests are now increasingly criticized as being biased in favor of traditionally privileged groups. A small but growing number of colleges have made such testing optional for applicants. Is this the right way to go? Measuring Success investigates the research and policy implications of test-optional practices, considering both sides of the debate. Does a test-optional policy result in a more diverse student body or improve attainment and retention rates? Drawing upon the expertise of higher education researchers, admissions officers, enrollment managers, and policy professionals, this volume is among the first to investigate the research and policy implications of test-optional practices. Although the test-optional movement has received ample attention, its claims have rarely been subjected to empirical scrutiny. This volume provides a much-needed evaluation of the use and value of standardized admissions tests in an era of widespread grade inflation. It will be of great value to those seeking to strike the proper balance between uniformity and fairness in higher education. Contributors: Andrew S. Belasco, A. Emiko Blalock, William G. Bowen, Jim Brooks, Matthew M. Chingos, James C. Hearn, Michael Hurwitz, Jonathan Jacobs, Nathan R. Kuncel, Jason Lee, Jerome A. Lucido, Eric Maguire, Krista Mattern, Michael S. McPherson, Kelly O. Rosinger, Paul R. Sackett, Edgar Sanchez, Dhruv B. Sharma, Emily J. Shaw, Kyle Sweitzer, Roger J. Thompson, Meredith Welch, Rebecca Zwick

DKK 432.00
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The Complete Guide to Food Allergies in Adults and Children - Scott H. (elliot And Roslyn Jaffe Professor Of Pediatrics Sicherer - Bog - Johns Hopkins

The Complete Guide to Food Allergies in Adults and Children - Scott H. (elliot And Roslyn Jaffe Professor Of Pediatrics Sicherer - Bog - Johns Hopkins

The most complete guide to preventing, testing, living with, and treating food allergies in children and adults. In this comprehensive, evidence-based guide for adults and children with food allergies and those who care for them, Dr. Scott H. Sicherer provides all the critical information you need on preventing, testing, living with, and treating food allergies. Organized in an accessible Q&A format and illustrated with case studies, the book thoroughly explains how to prevent exposure to a known allergen at home, at work, at school, in restaurants, and elsewhere. Emphasizing the most recent advances, Sicherer touches on everything from handling an anaphylactic emergency to diagnosing allergies and intolerances, all while detailing chronic health problems caused by food, such as eczema, hives, and gastrointestinal symptoms. He also shares:• the benefits and risks of new therapies• new prevention guidelines• new approaches to improve quality of life and reduce anxiety• the latest insights on adult-onset food allergies• new diagnostic tests now commercially available• approaches shown to increase safety in school• the latest thinking on treating eczema through the diet• new doses and self-injection devices for treating food anaphylaxis• new information about food allergies that affect the gutDr. Sicherer also reviews food reactions that are not allergic, such as lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome, and celiac disease. He explains how to get adequate nutrition when you must avoid dietary staples and discusses whether allergies ever go away (they do—and sometimes they return). Finally, he includes an allergy and anaphylaxis emergency plan and checklists to reduce cross-contamination. This is the most authoritative and accessible allergy book on the market.

DKK 421.00
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The Complete Guide to Food Allergies in Adults and Children - Scott H. (elliot And Roslyn Jaffe Professor Of Pediatrics Sicherer - Bog - Johns Hopkins

The Complete Guide to Food Allergies in Adults and Children - Scott H. (elliot And Roslyn Jaffe Professor Of Pediatrics Sicherer - Bog - Johns Hopkins

The most complete guide to preventing, testing, living with, and treating food allergies in children and adults. In this comprehensive, evidence-based guide for adults and children with food allergies and those who care for them, Dr. Scott H. Sicherer provides all the critical information you need on preventing, testing, living with, and treating food allergies. Organized in an accessible Q&A format and illustrated with case studies, the book thoroughly explains how to prevent exposure to a known allergen at home, at work, at school, in restaurants, and elsewhere. Emphasizing the most recent advances, Sicherer touches on everything from handling an anaphylactic emergency to diagnosing allergies and intolerances, all while detailing chronic health problems caused by food, such as eczema, hives, and gastrointestinal symptoms. He also shares:• the benefits and risks of new therapies• new prevention guidelines• new approaches to improve quality of life and reduce anxiety• the latest insights on adult-onset food allergies• new diagnostic tests now commercially available• approaches shown to increase safety in school• the latest thinking on treating eczema through the diet• new doses and self-injection devices for treating food anaphylaxis• new information about food allergies that affect the gutDr. Sicherer also reviews food reactions that are not allergic, such as lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome, and celiac disease. He explains how to get adequate nutrition when you must avoid dietary staples and discusses whether allergies ever go away (they do—and sometimes they return). Finally, he includes an allergy and anaphylaxis emergency plan and checklists to reduce cross-contamination. This is the most authoritative and accessible allergy book on the market.

DKK 208.00
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Weight Loss for Life - Kimberly A. Gudzune - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Weight Loss for Life - Kimberly A. Gudzune - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

This is not a fad diet book. This is the most comprehensive, scientifically based program to lose weight and keep it off, with practical details about diet and nutrition, movement and motivation, medications, supplements, surgery, and more. In Weight Loss for Life, two experts from the Johns Hopkins Healthful Eating, Activity & Weight Program provide you with all of the information you need on your weight loss journey. They bring together leading experts in behavioral health, nutrition, exercise, and nursing to help you develop a plan that works best for you—and that's not focused on just restricting calories or certain foods. Anyone struggling with unwanted weight gain or obesity will find this program to be helpful, compassionate, and clear. A central feature of the program is a Personal Plan of Action to help you set up reachable goals, plan your meals, and make time for movement. All the recommendations are customizable based on your personal health and needs. You'll enjoy the interactive features, too, with surveys throughout asking you to reflect on your own eating habits as well as barriers to success. And unlike other works on the market, Weight Loss for Life covers it all: supplements, prescription medications, med spas, and surgical options. If you struggle, it can help you get back on track. Throughout, testimonials from others who have followed the program along with hundreds of photographs and drawings will help educate and keep you motivated along your weight loss journey. Weight Loss for Life is the guide to the science and art of achieving and maintaining a healthful weight.

DKK 273.00
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Firstborn of Venice - James S. (umbc) Grubb - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Firstborn of Venice - James S. (umbc) Grubb - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Selected by Choice Magazine as an Outstanding Academic TitleOriginally published in 1988. In the decades after 1404, traditionally maritime Venice extended its control over much of northern Italy. Citizens of Vicenza, the first city to come under Venetian rule, proclaimed their city "firstborn of Venice" and a model for the Venetian Republic's dominions on the terraferma. In Firstborn of Venice James Grubb tests commonplace attributes of the Renaissance state through a rich case study of society and politics in fifteenth-century Vicenza. Looking at relations between Venetian and local governments and at the location of power in Vicentine society, Grubb reveals the structural limitations of Venetian authority and the mechanisms by which local patricians deflected the claims of the capital. Firstborn of Venice explores issues that are political in the broadest sense: legal institutions and administrative practices, fiscal politics, the consolidation of elites, ecclesiastical management, and the contrasting governing ideologies of ruler and subjects.

DKK 380.00
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Fictional Truth - Michael Riffaterre - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Fictional Truth - Michael Riffaterre - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

"All literary genres are artifacts", writes Michael Riffaterre, "but none more blatantly so than fiction. Its very name declares its artificiality, and yet it must somehow be true to hold the interest of its readers, to tell them about experiences at once imaginary and relevant to their own lives. This paradox of truth in fiction is the problem for which I propose to seek a solution." In "Fictional Truth" Riffaterre identifies and discusses the features that give fictional narratives their ring of truth. He offers a semiotic revision of traditional narratology, sets forth a new theory of intertextual overdetermination, and presents an analysis of the manifestation of narrative content through the operations of an intertextual unconscious. Throughout, Riffaterre tests theory against close readings of fiction by such authors as Austen, Balzac, Dickens, James, Meredith, Proust, and Trollope. An introduction and glossary of terms help make this an indispensable volume for the students as well as the specialist.

DKK 287.00
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The Expert Guide to Fertility - Joseph S. Sanfilippo - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The Expert Guide to Fertility - Joseph S. Sanfilippo - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The essential guide to understanding fertility and improving your pregnancy chances. The journey to fertility can be daunting and filled with obstacles. In The Expert Guide to Fertility, OB-GYNs Joseph S. Sanfilippo, MD, MBA, and Aarti Kumar, MD, offer the information you need in your journey to achieve pregnancy. They provide an overview of the human reproductive system, describe issues that may impede conception or cause infertility, and explain various medical, surgical, and lifestyle interventions shown to improve one's chances of becoming pregnant. Sanfilippo and Kumar offer important information on:• A broad variety of assisted reproductive technologies, including in vitro fertilization• Diagnostic tests and what to expect throughout your fertility journey• Fertility-preserving options for people diagnosed with cancer and people with recurrent miscarriages, polycystic ovaries, a low egg supply, or endometriosis• Fertility options for LGBTQ+ readers, single parents, and military personnel• Adoption, egg and sperm donation, and egg freezing procedures• Financing options, including tips for working with health care insurers

DKK 225.00
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The Expert Guide to Fertility - Joseph S. Sanfilippo - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The Expert Guide to Fertility - Joseph S. Sanfilippo - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The essential guide to understanding fertility and improving your pregnancy chances. The journey to fertility can be daunting and filled with obstacles. In The Expert Guide to Fertility, OB-GYNs Joseph S. Sanfilippo, MD, MBA, and Aarti Kumar, MD, offer the information you need in your journey to achieve pregnancy. They provide an overview of the human reproductive system, describe issues that may impede conception or cause infertility, and explain various medical, surgical, and lifestyle interventions shown to improve one's chances of becoming pregnant. Sanfilippo and Kumar offer important information on:• A broad variety of assisted reproductive technologies, including in vitro fertilization• Diagnostic tests and what to expect throughout your fertility journey• Fertility-preserving options for people diagnosed with cancer and people with recurrent miscarriages, polycystic ovaries, a low egg supply, or endometriosis• Fertility options for LGBTQ+ readers, single parents, and military personnel• Adoption, egg and sperm donation, and egg freezing procedures• Financing options, including tips for working with health care insurers

DKK 454.00
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A Guide to Survivorship for Women Who Have Ovarian Cancer - - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

A Guide to Survivorship for Women Who Have Ovarian Cancer - - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The comprehensive guide for women who are living with ovarian cancer. This updated and expanded second edition offers a wealth of information to ease the physical and emotional suffering of women who have ovarian cancer. The expert authors include highly respected and experienced oncologists, gynecologic oncology nurse specialists, researchers, and ovarian cancer survivors. Throughout the book they emphasize the concepts of survivorship, or living life well in the face of daunting uncertainties, and self-determination: the right of each patient to be informed, involved, and in control of her care. Detailed information on diagnosis and treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, pain management, and integrative medicine, constitutes a key feature of the book. Also covered in depth are image recovery, nutrition, pain control, and genetic testing. Women who have ovarian cancer share advice on coping with the life-changing disease and its treatments. Offering candor, compassion, and hope, this remarkable book explains how to add quality to your life and take care of medical and social needs while living with ovarian cancer.

DKK 397.00
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Healing the Traumatized Brain - Vani Rao - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Healing the Traumatized Brain - Vani Rao - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The essential guide to recovering from concussion and other brain injuries. Recovering from a brain injury can be a challenging and prolonged process. Learn how to maximize your recovery from the effects of brain injuries with the guidance of Sandeep Vaishnavi, MD, PhD, and Vani Rao, MBBS, MD, two leading medical experts with extensive experience helping patients recover from concussion and other brain injuries. Healing the Traumatized Brain explains how the brain works, how injuries affect the brain, and how to use your brain's own power to recover. This detailed guide contains essential information on:• The emotional, behavioral, mental, and physical effects following concussion and other brain injuries• Medication options and lifestyle changes• Practical strategies for healing, including stress management, behavioral therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation• Neuroplasticity and nutrition as they affect recovery• Behavioral disorders, balance disorders, and hormonal changes following concussion and other brain injuries• The effects of coexisting factors such as other medical problems, recreational drug use, the misuse of prescribed medications, and poor sleep hygiene• The science associated with repeated brain trauma and promising therapies on the horizonBuilding on the work of Vaishnavi and Rao's best-selling book The Traumatized Brain, this guide is filled with practical information and tips for coping with concussion, injury from a stroke, and other brain injuries.

DKK 233.00
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Healing the Traumatized Brain - Sandeep Vaishnavi - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Healing the Traumatized Brain - Sandeep Vaishnavi - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The essential guide to recovering from concussion and other brain injuries. Recovering from a brain injury can be a challenging and prolonged process. Learn how to maximize your recovery from the effects of brain injuries with the guidance of Sandeep Vaishnavi, MD, PhD, and Vani Rao, MBBS, MD, two leading medical experts with extensive experience helping patients recover from concussion and other brain injuries. Healing the Traumatized Brain explains how the brain works, how injuries affect the brain, and how to use your brain's own power to recover. This detailed guide contains essential information on:• The emotional, behavioral, mental, and physical effects following concussion and other brain injuries• Medication options and lifestyle changes• Practical strategies for healing, including stress management, behavioral therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation• Neuroplasticity and nutrition as they affect recovery• Behavioral disorders, balance disorders, and hormonal changes following concussion and other brain injuries• The effects of coexisting factors such as other medical problems, recreational drug use, the misuse of prescribed medications, and poor sleep hygiene• The science associated with repeated brain trauma and promising therapies on the horizonBuilding on the work of Vaishnavi and Rao's best-selling book The Traumatized Brain, this guide is filled with practical information and tips for coping with concussion, injury from a stroke, and other brain injuries.

DKK 454.00
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Monitoring the Worker for Exposure and Disease - Christine J. Spadafor - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Monitoring the Worker for Exposure and Disease - Christine J. Spadafor - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Human monitoring as a supplement to or replacement for environmental monitoring of toxic substances in the workplace has become an increasingly important issue within the last decade, leading to Congressional hearings, governmental studies, and scientific conferences around the world. Just as the purposes for undertaking human monitoring are diverse and sometimes conflicting, so too are the concerns-- medical, legal, and ethical-- such testing has generated. The authors begin by providing precise characterizations of the types of monitoring now in use and a clear account of the legal basis for OSHA monitoring requirements. They then turn to scientific and technical concerns that have evolved around monitoring, including the frequency and timing of examinations, human variability, and the distinctions that exist between high-risk and sensitive groups. Specific legal and ethical problems of conducting monitoring tests on workers are then covered in full, including the consequences for the worker of medical removal from the workplace, the conflict between human monitoring and personal privacy, access to medical records, and the use and possible misuse of test results. The volume concludes with policy recommendations for the use of human monitoring, recommendations for the use of human monitoring, recommendations that would achieve the goal of reducing occupational disease and injury while remaining within the bounds of a supportable ethical framework.

DKK 283.00
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Living with Breast Cancer - Jennifer A. Shin - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Living with Breast Cancer - Jennifer A. Shin - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Your complete resource for handling the physical and emotional effects of breast cancer treatments. At the time of diagnosis, breast cancer patients are faced with many overwhelming decisions about possible treatments. Living with Breast Cancer provides you with an overview of what to expect from testing and treatment, which cancer specialists you may need to see, and common terms to use to help communicate your needs to your team. This empathetic resource full of relatable stories teaches patients and caregivers how to ask the right questions to get the best possible care. The authors explain how to minimize the symptoms and side effects of treatment and outline coping strategies to deal with the stress of breast cancer treatment, including the changes in your body from cancer and its therapies. The book helps readers• make sense of their diagnosis• set goals and prepare for treatment• understand the different types of therapies, tests, and scans• manage the symptoms and side effects of treatment, such as nausea, fatigue, shortness of breath, weight fluctuations, and depression• learn what medications and lifestyle modifications can help with symptoms• live and cope with progressive cancerLiving with Breast Cancer is your definitive resource for handling the physical and emotional effects of breast cancer and treatment.

DKK 230.00
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The Maryland Master Gardener Handbook - University Of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Program - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The Maryland Master Gardener Handbook - University Of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Program - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The definitive guide to gardening in Maryland and the mid-Atlantic—from the experts at the University of Maryland Extension. Whether you're a novice or an expert gardener, The Maryland Master Gardener Handbook is the resource you need to grow a thriving garden in Maryland and the mid-Atlantic region. This reference details plant terminology, gardening instructions, growing schedules, and species charts featuring color photographs for gardeners in Maryland. Chapters cover essential horticultural topics such as ecology, botany, soils, entomology, and plant diseases. In addition to educating gardeners about the basics, the handbook highlights sustainable gardening content such as the use and care of native plants, integrated pest management, water conservation, and best management practices for gardening in a changing climate. Diving deeper, the handbook also provides information on:• Plant nutrition• Composting and pruning• Weeds and lawns• Herbaceous plants and woody plants• Vegetables and fruits• Native plants, invasive plants, indoor plants, and plant propagation• Landscape design and conservation landscaping• Wildlife and woodlands• Garden tools and equipmentFinally, the guide includes diagnostic keys for all major plant groups and special keys for cultural and environmental problems, as well as information on structural and nuisance pests. Created as part of the curriculum of the University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Program, The Maryland Master Gardener Handbook is the definitive resource for anyone looking to develop a green thumb.

DKK 843.00
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Mountain Lions of the Black Hills - Jonathan A. (south Dakota State University) Jenks - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Mountain Lions of the Black Hills - Jonathan A. (south Dakota State University) Jenks - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The story of the recovery of mountain lions in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Mountain lions, sometimes called pumas or cougars, were once spread throughout the United States, occupying all 48 of the contiguous states. By the 1960s, though, they were almost extinct in central and eastern North America. In Mountain Lions of the Black Hills, Dr. Jonathan A. Jenks, who, along with his team of graduate students, has tracked over 200 of these fascinating predators, tells the complex story of the big cats’ lives in the northern Great Plains. Jenks reports on mountain lion population dynamics, diet, nutrition, diseases, behavior, and genetics. He explores the impact of a changing prey base on population growth and decline, movements within and away from the region, and hunting on the species; discusses interactions between the cats and livestock; and examines local people’s evolving perceptions of mountain lions. Throughout, Jenks explores how we can balance conservation techniques with the needs of humans. Providing a unique look into how a large, secretive predator recolonized an isolated region of North America, Mountain Lions of the Black Hills is required reading for wildlife professionals. A captivating text for anyone struck by the wild majesty of these big cats, this book provides invaluable data upon which to make sound management decisions in the Great Plains and beyond.

DKK 638.00
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Never Too Late - Shannon Dowler - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Never Too Late - Shannon Dowler - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The ultimate—and fun!—guide to maintaining vibrant sexual health with aging. In Never Too Late, Shannon Dowler, MD, a family physician who is also an expert on sexually transmitted diseases (STD), provides a refreshing overview of sexual education for people over 55. With the advent of dating apps, vibrant 55+ retirement communities, and sexual enhancement drugs, adults are sexually active well into their golden years. Unfortunately, the rates of STDs are dramatically increasing in older adults. In entertaining, accessible language, Dr. Dowler presents relatable patient stories and hilarious rhymes that make for an easy and fun way to learn about safe sex. This guide covers important topics, including:• How to identify the signs and symptoms of different STDs, including newer infections• The importance of regular screening• Best sexual practices, including guidance on medications • Preventative measures, tests, and treatments• Guidance on how to broach difficult conversations with romantic partners and doctors• Details about changing sexual trends, including dating apps, swinging, and normal aging changes that may impact your sexuality• Conditions commonly confused with sexually transmitted infections, such as urinary tract infections, tick-related infections, and forms of dermatitis• Common misconceptions, myths, and assumptions • Advice on seeking medical care when uninsured or financially limitedNever Too Late will help you take charge of your sexual health and learn how to protect yourself and your current and future partners.

DKK 412.00
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Never Too Late - Shannon Dowler - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Never Too Late - Shannon Dowler - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

The ultimate—and fun!—guide to maintaining vibrant sexual health with aging. In Never Too Late, Shannon Dowler, MD, a family physician who is also an expert on sexually transmitted diseases (STD), provides a refreshing overview of sexual education for people over 55. With the advent of dating apps, vibrant 55+ retirement communities, and sexual enhancement drugs, adults are sexually active well into their golden years. Unfortunately, the rates of STDs are dramatically increasing in older adults. In entertaining, accessible language, Dr. Dowler presents relatable patient stories and hilarious rhymes that make for an easy and fun way to learn about safe sex. This guide covers important topics, including:• How to identify the signs and symptoms of different STDs, including newer infections• The importance of regular screening• Best sexual practices, including guidance on medications • Preventative measures, tests, and treatments• Guidance on how to broach difficult conversations with romantic partners and doctors• Details about changing sexual trends, including dating apps, swinging, and normal aging changes that may impact your sexuality• Conditions commonly confused with sexually transmitted infections, such as urinary tract infections, tick-related infections, and forms of dermatitis• Common misconceptions, myths, and assumptions • Advice on seeking medical care when uninsured or financially limitedNever Too Late will help you take charge of your sexual health and learn how to protect yourself and your current and future partners.

DKK 198.00
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Living without Itch - Gil Yosipovitch - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Living without Itch - Gil Yosipovitch - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Find relief from acute or chronic itch in this comprehensive guide—now completely updated!When should you scratch—and when should you let an itch be? Living without Itch offers the millions of people suffering from itch an essential and updated guide on how to find relief from their suffering. Researcher and clinician Gil Yosipovitch, MD, draws from his decades of experience caring for patients to share a treasure trove of easy-to-understand information to educate readers on how to manage their itchy conditions. This book comprehensively covers both acute and chronic itchy conditions, from hives, psoriasis, and eczema, to systemic and neurologic diseases, as well as recommendations for treatment options. Patients share their lived experiences and advice, while contributions from multi-disciplinary experts in nursing, psychology, and alternative medicine provide unique approaches to managing itch. This new edition includes:• Updated information about the itch pathway—why it occurs and the cascade of events that result in itch• Newly available FDA-approved treatments • Special considerations for populations such as individuals undergoing immunotherapy for cancer • Recommendations for lifestyle interventions, including nutrition, psychotherapy, allergy medications, and behavioral changes Completely revised and updated to include important developments in the field since the last edition's publication, this guide provides the information you need to understand, prevent, and manage itch. Contributors: David Baker, Rachael Bronstein, Kyle Bruner, Denis Eirikis, Juan Gonzales, Peter Lio, Chip Newton, Christina Schut

DKK 450.00
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Living without Itch - Gil Yosipovitch - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Living without Itch - Gil Yosipovitch - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Find relief from acute or chronic itch in this comprehensive guide—now completely updated! When should you scratch—and when should you let an itch be? Living without Itch offers the millions of people suffering from itch an essential and updated guide on how to find relief from their suffering. Researcher and clinician Gil Yosipovitch, MD, draws from his decades of experience caring for patients to share a treasure trove of easy-to-understand information to educate readers on how to manage their itchy conditions. This book comprehensively covers both acute and chronic itchy conditions, from hives, psoriasis, and eczema, to systemic and neurologic diseases, as well as recommendations for treatment options. Patients share their lived experiences and advice, while contributions from multi-disciplinary experts in nursing, psychology, and alternative medicine provide unique approaches to managing itch. This new edition includes:• Updated information about the itch pathway—why it occurs and the cascade of events that result in itch• Newly available FDA-approved treatments • Special considerations for populations such as individuals undergoing immunotherapy for cancer • Recommendations for lifestyle interventions, including nutrition, psychotherapy, allergy medications, and behavioral changes Completely revised and updated to include important developments in the field since the last edition''s publication, this guide provides the information you need to understand, prevent, and manage itch. Contributors: David Baker, Rachael Bronstein, Kyle Bruner, Denis Eirikis, Juan Gonzales, Peter Lio, Chip Newton, Christina Schut

DKK 229.00
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Living Well with Autoimmune Diseases - Julius Birnbaum - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

Living Well with Autoimmune Diseases - Julius Birnbaum - Bog - Johns Hopkins University Press - Plusbog.dk

A comprehensive guide to managing autoimmune diseases. Twenty million adults in the United States live with an autoimmune disease. In this compassionate guide, Dr. Julius Birnbaum offers essential advice for navigating the complex world of various autoimmune diseases. Living Well with Autoimmune Diseases will help patients, caregivers, and health care professionals understand the diagnosis, management, and treatment of conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren's syndrome, and more. Dr. Birnbaum, an expert in both neurology and rheumatology, covers a wide range of topics, from the basics of autoimmunity to the nuances of various rheumatic diseases and their interconnected nature. With an engaging blend of scientific rigor and compassion, Dr. Birnbaum:• provides a primer on autoimmunity, explaining how the immune system can mistakenly attack the body's own tissues;• discusses the roles and limitations of blood tests and biopsies;• covers the complexities of various treatment options, including when to use immunosuppressive therapy and when simpler symptomatic treatments might be appropriate;• emphasizes the importance of personalized treatment plans that consider the unique needs of each patient;• debunks common myths about rheumatic diseases and provides practical pearls of wisdom that can help improve quality of life; and• provides captivating patient narratives from his clinical practice that clarify how to diagnose and treat autoimmune diseases. This essential overview of autoimmune diseases, supplemented with helpful tools for readers and their loved ones, offers hope and empowerment for managing these complex conditions.

DKK 512.00
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