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Encyclopedia of women's health / edited by Sana Loue and Martha Sajatovic ; core editors, Keith B. Armitage ... [et al.].

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublication details: New York : Kluwer Academic/Plenum Publishers, c2004.Description: vii, 710 p. ; 28 cmISBN:
  • 9780306480737
  • 0306480735
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 613.042 22 LOU
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Contents:
I. Foundation Topics in Women's Health History of Women's Health in the United States Disparities in Women's Health and Health Care Women in the Health Professions Women in the Workforce Women in Health: Advocates, Reformers, and Pioneers II. Topics in Women's Health: A-Y
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Designated a Reference Reviews Top Ten Print Reference Source 2005 The Encyclopedia of Women's Health meets this challenge by bringing together an impressive array of experts on topics from reproductive issues to gastrointestinal illnesses. This skilfully edited volume, informed by current health issues and health-care realities, offers readers practical information, historical aspects, and future directions, all meticulously researched and conveniently presented. Key features include: -Accessible A-to-Z coverage, including AIDS, birth control, hormone replacement therapy, teen pregnancy, sexual harassment, violence, body image, access to health care and more. -Entries spanning the medical, psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, and legal arenas. -Medical topics explored from both conventional and complementary perspectives. -Cross-cultural data illustrate issues as they apply to minority women, rural women, the elderly, and other underserved populations. -Special chapters on disparities in women's health and health care. -Historical overview of women in health - as patients and as professionals. -Suggested readings and resource lists

I. Foundation Topics in Women's Health History of Women's Health in the United States Disparities in Women's Health and Health Care Women in the Health Professions Women in the Workforce Women in Health: Advocates, Reformers, and Pioneers II. Topics in Women's Health: A-Y

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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