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Food-Borne Illnesses
Andrea C Nakaya
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2011)The Compact Research series is intended to offer a concise, relevant and conveniently organized collection of information covering a variety of current topics ranging from stem cell research to Marijuana and terrorism.
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Sports Injuries
Peggy J Parks
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2012)A discussion of sports injuries, their prevention and treatments.
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Diabetes
Janice Yuwiler
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2009)America isexperiencing an epidemic of diabetes with almost 24 million people currentlyliving with diabetes and over 1.6 million new cases diagnosed each year. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examinesHow Serious is Diabetes? What Causes Diabetes? Howis Diabetes Treated? Can Diabetes be Cured?
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Meningitis
Hal Marcovitz
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2008)Meningitis is a potentially horrific disease that attacks many college freshmen and other young people in America, leaving some permanently scarred. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines How Does Meningitis Affect People? How Prevalent is Meningitis? What Are the Social Impacts of Meningitis? and Can Meningitis Be Prevented?
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Drug Addiction
Leanne K Currie-McGhee
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2010)Examines the topic of drug addiction through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations.
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Brain Tumors
Peggy J Parks
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Jan. 15, 2011)The Compact Research series covers a wide range of current topics such as illegal immigration, marijuana, and the world energy crisis. The series is designed to combine the benefits of nonfiction and reference formats and offers students a concise but well-rounded introduction to current topics.
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Influenza
Peggy J Parks
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2010)Influenza, commonly called the flu, is an acute viral infection of the respiratory system, including the throat, nose, bronchial tubes, and lungs, that causes mild to severe illness and can lead to death. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines What Is Influenza? What Causes Influenza? What Are the Public Health Risks of Influenza? and Can Influenza Be Treated or Cured?
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Phobias
Hal Marcovitz
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2008)Phobias are irrational fears that affect some 34 million Americans, causing many to experience panic attacks and similar debilitating conditions. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines What are Phobias? What Causes Phobias? How Do Phobias Affect People? and Can People Overcome Phobias?
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Teens and Substance Abuse
Peggy J. Parks
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2015)Presents facts about teen substance abuse, looking at its prevalence, its consequences, and how it can be prevented.
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Leanne K Currie-McGhee
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2008)Experts estimate that approximately 19 million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) occur in the United States each year. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines What Are STDs? What Are the Dangers of STDs? Can Changes in Behavior Prevent STDs? Can Science Eliminate STDs?
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Teens and Body Image
Christine Wilcox
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2015)Presents facts about teens and body image, looking at negative body image, its consequences, and how it can be remedied.
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Alzheimer's Disease
Peggy J Parks
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Dec. 1, 2008)Alzheimer's is a devastating disease that literally causes the brain to waste away, and it is always fatal. Through objective interviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: How Does Alzheimer's Disease Affect the Brain? What Causes Alzheimer's Disease? Who Suffers from Alzheimer's Disease? Will Research Prevent or Cure Alzheimer's Disease?