The Medical and health encyclopedia /
edited by Richard J. Wagman.
- Nashville, Tenn. : Southwestern Co., c1997.
- 2 v. (756 p., [32] p. of plates) : ill. (some col) ; 29 cm.
Index : p. 733-756.
Contents;
21. Skin and hair 22. The teeth and gums 23. Aches, pains, nuisances, worries - and other things you can live but could get along very well without 24. Allergies and hypersensitivities 25. Women's health 26. Physician's and diagnostic procedures 27. Nutrition and weight control 28. Mental and emotional disorders 29. Substance abuse 30. The environment and health 31. Health insurance 32. Home care of the sick 33. Health care delivery 34. Voluntary health agencies 35. Medical emergencies 36. Commonly prescribed generic drugs 37. Encyclopedia guide to the body and health 38. Questions and answers.