Books with author Dr Virginia Silverstein

Answers questions about AIDS, what causes the disease, how it is spread, how it affects the body, and how to keep from getting AIDS

Authors Alvin and Virginia Silverstein, and Laura Silverstein Nunn explore the history of hairless dogs and explain the special care that these dogs need. Are you prepared to care for this unusual pet?

Describes various kinds of robots and their uses and considers the relationship of robots and humans and the implications of a world increasingly run by robots.

Explains how the heart works, what happens when it doesn't do its job properly, and the progress made in the treatment of heart disease.

Everybody gets sick! Use the HANDY HEALTH GUIDE TO COLDS AND FLU to explore the common cold and the flu, how these diseases are spread, treated, and prevented.

Have you ever had a sore throat? What caused it, and how do you make it feel better? The HANDY HEALTH GUIDE TO SORE THROATS examins what causes sore throats, your body's ways of healing, tonsillitis, strep throat and how to feel better.

Discusses the symptoms of diabetes, its history, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and implications for the future of current research.

Describes various kinds of robots and their uses and considers the relationship of robots and humans and the implications of a world increasingly run by robots.

Have you ever touched a hot pan by accident? You may have even gotten slightly burned when you did. Authors Alvin and Viriginia Silverstien and Laura Silverstein Nunn explore the different types of burns you can get, and how to best prevent burns, blisters, and sunburns.

Discusses asthma, its causes and treatment, and emphasizes what can be done to maintain personal health and prevent asthma attacks.

Did you know that kids usually get more bug bites than adults? It's true! Find out why people are so appealing to bugs, and how to prevent and treat bites and stings from a variety of insects and animals.

An up-to-date study of cancer discusses the origins and symptoms of the disease, diverse types of cancer, current therapies used, and research into the prevention and treatment of cancer