Perspectives on disease and illness

Defines hypertension; explores the role of the circulatory system, and some of the causes and risks of high blood pressure; and discusses diagnosis and treatment, as well as ways teens can lead heart-healthy lifestyles.

Looks at the how the heart works and the ways it can be affected by disease; examines several causes of heart disease; discusses diagnosis and treatment; and explains how to lead a heart-healthy lifestyle.

Discusses the history of AIDS, its causes, stages, diagnosis, treatments, and related research.

Discusses the nature, types, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, control, and complications of diabetes.

Discusses the types of arthritis, the treatment and complications of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and research related to this disease.