blood

Presents an introduction to the heart and blood, explaining what they are, how they work, and their function in the human body; looks at some of the illnesses and injuries that can affect the heart and blood; and offers advice on how to keep them healthy.

Exploring medicine traces the often gory history of medicine from its beginnings in the Stone Age to the latest "medical miracles.".

Examines the life of William Harvey, a sixteenth-century physician who discovered the heart is actually a pump that circulates blood thoughout the body.

An illustrated exploration of the circulatory system that follows a red blood cell through the body, describing each part and its function.

Provides information about the circulatory system, discussing what blood is made from, the role of the heart, how organs clean blood, and other related topics, and includes quick facts.

Describes the structures and functions of the respiratory and circulatory systems, including the lungs and airways, blood cells, the heart, arteries, veins, capillaries, pulmonary circulation and the lymphatic system.

A simple introduction to the composition and functions of blood.

Discusses how the heart and circulatory system work, the functions of blood, how doctors help people with blood and heart disorders, and how to keep the cardiovascular system healthy through diet and exercise.