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This 5th edition provides students with a thorough understanding of microbial agents and the pathophysiology of microbial diseases. The text is universally praised for "telling the story of a pathogen" in an engaging way, facilitating learning and recall by emphasizing unifying principles and paradigms, rather than forcing students to memorize isolated facts by rote. The table of contents is uniquely organized by microbial class and by organ system,...
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"This textbook is intended to be used in courses on medical microbiology or infectious diseases for medical students, allied health professionals, graduate students, or advanced undergraduates. Because the purpose of this book is to develop a conceptual framework for understanding infection, it highlights certain agents and diseases of special biological or clinical importance and does not attempt to describe the microbial world in an exhaustive fashion"--...
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"The Comprehensive Manual of Therapeutic Exercises: Orthopedic and General Conditions was written as a fundamental resource on exercise theory and techniques, and as a comprehensive guide for designing exercise programs. Dr. Elizabeth Bryan has compiled thousands of clinically relevant exercises to create a text that will teach students theory and proper application that they will then return to again and again in their career as a reference to aid...
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"In this volume, an international panel of leading experts provides a wealth of information for health care practitioners and consumers on the rationale, methods, modalities, and efficacy of integrative solutions for gastrointestinal disorders. Coverage includes a diverse range of treatment methods, such as meditation, massage, yoga, supplements, special diets, energy medicine, homeopathy, and acupuncture, as well as a special section devoted to mind-body...
4049) Ebola virus
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Explores the history and symptoms of the Ebola virus, from how it was discovered to treatment options available. Addresses the media attention and social factors that may add to the fear and stigma related to this virus.
4053) Arizona five-spined ips
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Forest insect and disease leaflet volume 116
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4055) Botulism
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Traces the history of botulism, what causes it, and how to prevent future outbreaks.
4056) The physically disabled
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Discusses various diseases and conditions that can cause physical disabilities, including arthritis, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, and visual and hearing impairments.