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Medicine
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The Royal Society of Medicine: MedicinesA vital companion for all users of medicine, whether parents buying for babies and children, anyone wanting more information on a doctor's prescription, or those who need to find a remedy for occasional ailments. Contains up-to-date descriptions of prescription and over-the-counter drugs.
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Key Concepts in Medical SociologyProvides a systematic and accessible introduction to medical sociology, beginning each 1500 word entry with a definition of the concept, then examines its origins, development, strengths and weaknesses, offering further reading guidance for independent learning, and drawing on international literature and examples.
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Macmillan Dictionary of Toxicology by Ernest Hodgson, Richard B.Mailman, and Janice E.ChambersComprises concise, informative entries on all the most important terms in toxicology. Coverage includes biochemical and environmental toxicology, chemical carcinogenesis, risk assessment and risk management as well as those aspects of analytical chemistry and molecular biology that are of importance in toxicology. The most important toxic chemicals are covered, in most cases with structures and CAS numbers.
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Key Concepts in Public HealthIdentifies key concepts used across the discipline of public health in order to give the reader a broad perspective of the core topics relevant to training and practice.
Anatomy and Physiology
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Dictionary of Optometry and Visual ScienceIncludes succinct, understandable definitions, extensive tables and illustrations, and practical clinical advice as well as many new entries on pathology, pharmacology, investigative techniques, refractive surgery, contact lenses and visual perception.
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Encyclopedia of the Human BrainA single source for information on the human brain covering anatomy, physiology, neuropsychology, clinical neurology, neuropharmacology, evolutionary biology, genetics, and behavioral science.
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Human Body Book: An Illustrated Guide to Its Structure, Function and DisordersRevealing and detailing all aspects of the body, from the secrets of DNA to the functions of every major body system, this all-in-one encyclopedic guide is packed with accessible health and medical information that is ideal for students, health professionals, or anyone who wants to learn more about the human body.
Wellness
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Natural Medicine Instructions for PatientsThe sheets give full descriptions of each condition, its signs and symptoms, likely causes, and risk factors, preventative measures, expected outcomes, and treatment options including: diet, nutritional supplements, botanical medicines - plus cautions on drug-herb interactions - and physical therapies.
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Medical Dictionaries
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American Heritage Medical DictionaryA comprehensive reference that reflects the most recent developments in medicine and health care delivery. Clear, concise definitions are included, covering diseases and conditions, treatments, and microorganisms. Hundreds of entries for commonly prescribed and over-the-counter medications are also featured.
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Black's Medical Dictionary, 42nd EditionA reference for all who need clear explanation of medical terms: nurses, health care professionals and students, health service management, actuaries, lawyers and journalists.
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Collins Dictionary of MedicineContains entries on the theory and practice of medicine, including pharmacology, virology, psychiatry and dentistry. Also includes terminology relevant to nursing, radiography, orthoptics, laboratory and operating theatre technology, forensic and social medicine, and public health administration.
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Dictionary of Medical TermsIncludes terms from British and international medical practice covering fields such as surgery, general practice, hospitals, clinics, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and other specialisms. Also includes informal terms of the kind used between professionals or professionals and patients.
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Dorland's Illustrated Medical DictionaryComprehensive biomedical dictionary that reflects standard and current terminology derived from medicine and related disciplines. Includes images and audio pronunciations.
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Mosby's Emergency DictionarySpecifically for those who provide care in emergency settings, it provides definitions of virtually every emergency response term you need to know -- plus clear explanations of techniques you use every day.
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Pharmaceutical Medicine DictionaryThis dictionary is aimed at all those that work within the pharmaceutical industry (or aspire to do so) and contains information that covers the gamut of pharmaceutical medicine from drug discovery, development, trials, regulatory approval and marketing.
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Taber's Cyclopedic Medical DictionaryEasy to understand definitions and hundreds of images and pronunciations. Cyclopedic format means you get much more than just definitions, including abbreviations, etymologies (word origins), and most frequently prescribed drugs.
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Webster's New World™ Medical DictionaryAn invaluable resource that will help you make sense of confusing medical jargon, prepare for a doctor visit, or research treatment options. Packed with information about diseases, treatments, and medicines. Includes appendices on vitamins and frequently used anatomical terms. Draws information from dozens of medical specialists ranging from pediatrics to pathology.
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Mosby's Dental DictionaryDefinitions include all areas of dentistry, basic, clinical and behavioral sciences, terms related to office management, and commonly used medical terms.
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