Books in Twenty-First Century Medical Library series

A straight-shooting, concise resource outlines different types of sexually transmitted diseases--such as HIV, herpes, and genital warts--how they are contracted, their symptoms, and their diagnosis and treatment.

Examines the anxiety disorder known as OCD, its symptoms and manifestations, how it can be controlled and treated, and, through case studies, what it is like to live with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Introduces autism and Asperger syndrome, including their causes, testing and diagnosis, and coping with autism and living with those who have it.

Looks at rare diseases, such as Tay-Sachs, cystic fibrosis, and sickle-cell anemia, which are neglected by researchers and drug manufacturers for fiscal, political, and practical reasons.

Examines the tic disorder known as Tourette syndrome, its symptoms and manifestations, how it can be controlled and treated, and, through case studies, what it is like to live with Tourette's.

Presents information about tuberculosis, including the history, causes, symptoms, treatment, social repercussions, and future outlook for the disease.

Presents an overview of obsessive-compulsive disorder that includes information on the nature, symptoms, treatment, and methods of dealing with the disease.

Describes the implications of influenza.

Explains different types of cancer, their causes, symptoms and treatment, and, through case studies, what it is like to live with cancer.

Describes meningitis and how it can be prevented or treated.

Explains how the heart works, what heart disease is, who is at risk, medical treatments, and healthy lifestyle changes that can help prevent heart disease.

Complete with glossary and photographs, this book provides an in-depth examination of the history of this inherited disease that affects African Americans along with a review of up-to-date information and possible future cures.