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Download full textHinkle, Lawrence E., Jr., Ed.; Loring, William C., Ed. – 1977
This book presents nine papers reviewing factors in the residential environment which may offer alternative points for intervention to reduce and control disease and injury. Recommendations are presented for further research and for practice of preventive programs for epidemiologists; other health professionals; designers, developers, and managers…
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Communicable Diseases, Diseases, Environment
DiSpezio, Michael A. – 1998
This book uses a question-and-answer format to provide information on the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and the disease caused by infection from the virus, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Topics covered include: (1) "Outbreak," which discusses the history of the AIDS outbreak including early theories about the causes of AIDS and…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Biology, Communicable Diseases, Disease Control
Andersen, Richard D.; And Others – 1994
Noting the rapid changes occurring in the world of infectious diseases, this book provides updated information for care providers, educators, and parents on the increasingly complex issues of childhood infection. The book is organized into two parts. The first part discusses general considerations for group settings. Chapter 1 introduces the…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Child Caregivers, Child Health, Communicable Diseases
Stang, Lucas; Miner, Kathleen R. – 1994
The 10-volume "Health Facts" series is intended to supplement health education curricula and to provide a handy reference for individuals who would like additional background information on particular health topics. The emphasis is placed on topics and examples relevant to youth of middle and high school age. The five sections in this…
Descriptors: Chronic Illness, Communicable Diseases, Health Education, Health Materials
Eckholm, Erik P. – 1977
This book deals comprehensively with many of the environmental factors that endanger the attainment and maintenance of health, a condition defined as being a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. The author, taking a qlobal view of community life and culture, environmental factors and economic realities, examines the…
Descriptors: Communicable Diseases, Disease Control, Ecological Factors, Environmental Influences
Lishner, Kris Miller; Bruya, Margaret Auld – 1994
This book provides an organized, systematic overview of the basic aspects of health program management, nursing practice, and human relations issues in camp nursing. A foremost assumption is that health care in most camps needs improvement. Good health is dependent upon interventions involving social, environmental, and lifestyle factors that…
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Child Health, Communicable Diseases, Disease Control
