medical sciences

"Humans live longer now than they ever have in their more than three hundred thousand years of existence on earth. And most (if not all) of the advances that have permitted the human lifespan to double have happened in living memory. Extra Life looks at vaccines, seat belts, pesticides, and more, and how each of our scientific advancements have prolonged human life. This book is a deep dive into the sciences--perfect for younger readers who enjoy modern history as well as scientific advances"--.

"Ground up mummy bones, dried toads tied around the neck, and a morning breakfast of lice and pee. It sounds like a horror movie but those are actual medicines prescribed by early doctors. Medical students studied anatomy on bodies stolen from graves, and had to operate on people while they were awake. Learn about the medicines that came from poison and doctors who experimented on themselves and their families [and other tales of medical mayhem]"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the usefulness of science when studying disease and learning how to address this issue. Examines how science is being applied to this field in situations all over the world and includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Explores how the ethical limits governing the use of the human body in experimentation have been breached and redefined throughout history in the name of medical advancement.

Describes the history of medicine, modern medicine, and the future of medicine in our world.

Examines the contributions Muslims around the world have made to the study and advancement of science, medicine, and technology.

A guide for teens interested in health science, profiling thirty-five careers including art therapy, microbiology, dietician, chiropractor, and pharmacist, and featuring questions and activities designed to help teens discover their strengths, talents, and work personality.

Presents twelve essays, each illuminating the life and achievements of a scientist or physician who has made an important contribution to the fight against disease since 1950, and includes photographs, chronologies, and references for further reading.

Infants deprived of vitamins; prisoners infected with malaria; pregnant women fed radioactive iron. Medical advancement has not come without human suffering. Includes critical thinking questions.