Youngson, Robert

The Royal Society of Medicine encyclopedia of family health : the complete medical reference library in one volume Robert Youngson. - 1st Ed. - London : Bloomsbury, 1995. - 800p. illustrations ; 26 cm

The cell, genetics, reproduction, contraception, pregnancy and childbirth; the structure and function of all systems and organs of the body; first-aid, nursing sick children, care of the elderly; directory of medical tests and methods of diagnosis - including blood tests, laboratory tests, X-rays, CT scanning, MRI scanning and PET scanning; directory of drugs, their actions and dangers including drugs available over the counter; a complete and fully cross-referenced A-Z of medicine including diseases, disorders and conditions, signs and symptons, medical and surgical procedures.

A complete library on family health giving practical advice on first-aid, nursing sick children, care of the elderly and the maintenance of good health. It gives explanations of the theoretical ideas and concepts underlying modern medicine


Medicine, Popular -- Encyclopedias.
Families--Health and hygiene

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