A Compendium of Family Health

With over 1000 entries on matters of health and disease, A compendium of Family Health is the ideal book to open when you are bewildered by a medical crisis. These are entries designed to inform and clarify. They address worrying questions like: – What could be causing the illness? – Is it serious? – When should I see a doctor? – What can I do immediately to relieve distress? Quick Aids are listed for every emergency. Understanding illness is but a small part of keeping your family healthy. With this in mind, the Compendium offers information about the structure and functions of the human body, growth and pregnancy, nutrition and psychological health. A separate section about drugs in common use, highlights the way they work and will help you understand your doctor’s prescription.