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Drugs and drug abuse

1987
Examines the different types of drugs, their effects, health risks, and the reasons why people take them.

Environment & health

1989
Examines the effect of the environment on our physical health.

Health and hygiene

1988
Explains why hygiene is important in preventing diseases, how infections spread, and describes some common infections.

Alcohol abuse

1987
Discusses different types of drinks, the social and physiological effects of alcohol, and the problems of alcoholism.

Exercise and fitness

1988
Discusses the benefits of exercise and physical fitness.

Overcoming disability

1988
Discusses what having a disability means and the special care needed by those with serious handicaps.

Smoking and health

1986
Provides an introduction to smoking, discussing its history, its effect on the body, the different forms of tobacco, and the economic and moral issues involved.

First aid

1987
Brief text and illustrations describe what to do in an emergency. Includes clearing the airway, when the heart has stopped, controlling bleeding, shock, electric shock, sprains and other emergencies.

Diet and nutrition

1987
Explains how different types of foods provide nutrients which help our bodies grow properly, how improper diets can lead to poor health, and the benefits of vegetarianism, eating ethnic foods, and avoiding processed foods.

Dental care

1986
Explains the function of the teeth, how to prevent tooth decay, and how dentists repair teeth.
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