From one of the most trusted names in medical references comes an accessible, all-inclusive guide for older adults that shares what measures to take to optimize the aging process, prevent disease, and improve your overall health. Inside youâll discover clear, authoritative information on
⢠preventive medical care and good nutrition
⢠common medical disorders in older adults
⢠strategies for coping with disease
⢠steps for finding the best in medical care
⢠how to communicate with health care practitioners
⢠the role of alternative and complementary medicine
⢠the benefits and risks of medical tests
⢠the challenges of caregiving and rehabilitation
⢠safe, easy-to-follow cardio exercises
Also featuring candid essays by seniors who share their insights and personal experiences on growing older, The Merck Manual of Health & Aging is an essential home reference for making your later years truly golden.
Merck & Co., Inc., is a pharmaceutical company and trusted contributor to world health. Merck produces numerous clinically relevant, scientifically accurate, and affordable medical reference books.
The Merck Manual of Health & Aging was edited by an outstanding staff of experienced editors. The team was led and all content reviewed by a renowned group of geriatricians.
From one of the most trusted names in medical references comes an accessible, all-inclusive guide to the health care system for older adults, and the disorders they are most likely to experience. Inside youâll discover
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- Sociology
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Author : Merck & Co., Inc.
Language : English
Edition : Illustrated
Published :2005-12-27
Number Of Pages : 1104
Binding : mass_market
ISBN-10 : 0345482751
ISBN-13 : 9780345482754
Item weight : 1.35 lb
Dimensions : 2 in x 4.1 in x 6.9 in
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