medicine

Surveys the history of medicine from ancient times to the present and discusses many of the men and women who have made important discoveries.

Discusses advances in medicine, science, and technology that may improve many aspects of life in the 1980's and 90's.

Collection of anecdotes describing how the breakthroughs in medicine were really made, using hilarious stories based on actual facts.

Explores modern technology, the branches of alternative medicine, and the state of research in incurable illnesses.

Helps young adults answer any questions they might have about illness and explores different ways they can cope with their own or a loved one's serious illness.

Follows a doctor in her daily duties as she treats a boy who needs stitches and a woman who has strep throat.

Presents a short study on the duties and responsibilities of the Secretary of Health and Human Services, and describes the first Secretary, Oveta Culp Hobby in 1953, the Surgeon General's office, Food and Drug Administration, the Children's Bureau, and more.