diseases

Presents an overview of a degenerative brain disease which alters personality, memory, thinking and behavior and, at present, has no cure.

Traces developments in the study of bovine spongiform encephalopathy, better known as mad cow disease, since its discovery in 1985, discussing its symptoms and effects, how it is spread, and what is known about the disease.

Presents an examination of the ebola virus, discussing its African origins, and the development of this and other similar emerging diseases.

Presents an overview of smallpox, covering its history, scope, diagnosis, treatment, research, and prevention; and includes a glossary, a bibliography, and a list of related organizations.

Gives a history of the study of arthritis; indicates whom it strikes; and describes symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, social and economic impact, current research, and future prospects.

Discusses the history, diagnosis, prevention, and treatments of breast cancer and explores its effects on society.

Fourteen children tell how they battle pain, uncertainty, and the changes brought about in their lives by serious illness such as cancer, severe burns, asthma, and kidney failure.

Explores basic concepts of healthy living, including cleanliness, safety, and regular medical care.

A simple introduction to the symptoms of diabetes, its effects on the body, and how it is controlled with diet and insulin.

Examines rashes, infections, and other common childhood diseases and describes methods of curing them or vaccinations to prevent them.