| Synopsis The world’s bestselling health guide, Take Care of Yourself offers new material on the most
recent critical health issues such as obesity, as well as additional
new and updated information. Covering over 175 healthcare problems and
symptoms, Take Care of Yourself is simple to use. Readers can
look up their symptoms to locate an explanation of likely causes and
possible home remedies, while diagrams show how to recognize problems
and treat them, and decision charts advise when it’s time to see a
doctor. This comprehensive guide also covers emergencies, the 20 things
everyone should keep in a home pharmacy, and how to work best with a
doctor.
Distributing Take Care of Yourself in bulk to your employees, members or clients as a corporate gift, incentive or educational tool is a great way to promote health and encourage healthy behavior. This edition replaces the 8th edition (ISBN: 0738209775)
Editorial Reviews Annals of Internal Medicine
"Every family should have this book."
"I always say 'Take charge of your health!' There is no better guide to the path, and no more complete coverage than you will find in this book. It not only covers maintaining your health but also prepares you for managing new problems that come along. In short, it prepares you to take charge!"
C. Everett Koop, M.D., Former U.S. Surgeon General
Women’s Health, 4/09
“To make playing nurse a cinch, check out the newly updated version of Take Care of Yourself…Whether
you sprained your ankle or found a tick bite, you’ll find the right
treatment, plus advice on when to call your doctor or get to the ER.”
About the Authors
James F. Fries, M.D., is
Professor of Medicine at Stanford University and a nationally
recognized expert on wellness programs. His books include the
best-selling health guides Living Well, The Arthritis Helpbook,
Arthritis: A Comprehensive Guide, and also with Dr. Vickery, Taking
Care of Your Child.
Donald M. Vickery, M.D.,
helped develop the first medical decision charts for non-doctors. He
now heads Health Decisions International, creating new ways to deliver
medical information to people. He co-authored the first edition of Take
Care of Yourself in 1976.
Product Details Paperback: 384 pages
Carton Size: 22 books
Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books, 9th edition (May 4, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0738213489
ISBN-13: 978-0738213484
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