Melissa Abramovitz – författare

Leukemia, also known as A.L.L., is the most common cancer in children, adolescents, and young adults younger than 20 years old. It applies to several diseases of the blood-forming tissues, encountered in both sexes and at all ages. This book explains the different types of leukemia and what is currently known about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for each. With full-color photographs and illustrations, this book offers the latest statistics along with information on new treatments, drugs, and future research.

Multiple Sclerosis is a disease in which the immune system eats away at the protective sheath covering the nerves, interfering with the communication between the brain and the body. This book explains who gets the disorder and why, and how it affects the body. Diagnosis and current treatment options are discussed, as well as living with the disease. With full-color photographs and illustrations, this book offers the latest statistics along with information on new treatments, drugs, and future research.

While osteoporosis or porous bones may not be a concern for your students as it is an aging disease, there are still things they can do to ensure that the gradual bone loss that will occur in their lives can be staved off. Because it''s a common condition, it will touch their lives through people the love. This book helps to explain what it is, what causes it, and preventative measures that can be done at any age to curb the effects of bone lose. Medical advances are also discussed. The bright photographs, charts, diagrams, and sidebars share important information that is perfect for report writers and researchers.

Autoimmune disorders, of which there are more than eighty types, causes a person''s body to attack itself. A very important fact about these disorders is that through diet, intestinal healing, and detoxifying the body and environment, sufferers can actually restore their immune system to good health. Author Melissa Abramovitz helps your readers and young researchers to explore autoimmune disorders in detail, covering their diagnosis, treatments and therapies, and medical advances. Detailed charts, graphs, and sidebars will prove a useful tool for grabbing quick information essential to the topic of this disorder group.

There are more than seven types of Hepatitis, and all account for millions of new cases a year in America. This group can silently damage the liver for years, leaving sufferers susceptible to cancer and other diseases. Give your readers a must-have examination of this group of diseases so they are armed with the facts they''ll need to stay healthy. Readers will learn what the individual diseases are, what causes them, how people live with them, and the latest information about treatment and prevention.

Author Melissa Abramovitz introduces readers Fibromyalgia, which is widespread muscle pain and tenderness. There are more than 3,000,000 cases of this condition per year in America. It has no specific causes and no known cure. Readers will learn about this disorder, and how it is diagnosed and treated. Alternative therapies and medical advances are also explained.

Every ten minutes someone is added to the national transplant waiting list according to the United Network for Organ Sharing. Currently, around 118,415 people need a lifesaving organ transplant. As transplants become more common, controversies over who should receive an organ and possible methods of increasing the organ supply have arisen. This book offers a comprehensive, and balanced discussion of the issues surrounding organ and tissue transplants. Readers will learn about the moral, ethical, and medical dilemmas that surface as science continues to develop new lifesaving and life-enhancing technologies.

According to the National Stem Cell Foundation, the future of medicine and healthcare lies in stem cell research. Ethics play a large part in the controversy surrounding stem cell research, as many believe stem cell research will lead to the knowledge of how to clone human embryos. This expansive resource offers a clear, comprehensive, and balanced discussion of the issues surrounding stem cell research. Abramovitz expertly explains the often complex science that underlies regenerative medicine. While this branch of science has promised to yield cures for deadly diseases, debates about the ethics and morality of cloning techniques and the use of stem cells from embryos, as well as questions about whom should have the power to make scientific and ethical decisions in the face of rapidly-progressing technology remain robust.

Bipolar disorder is often misdiagnosed as depression in women or schizophrenia in men. This essential volume objectively and thoughtfully explores bipolar disorder. It provides a detailed description of the disorder and how it affects the body, as well as diagnosis and treatment. Readers will also hear from personal stories of what it is like to live with this disorder.

Author Melissa Abramovitz discusses the causes of cystic fibrosis, the history of its discovery, and current and future treatment options. Though a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis remains devastating in today''s world, Abramovitz explains that revelations about the disease''s genetic foundations may lead to medical breakthroughs in the near future. First-person accounts and inspirational quotes from individuals with cystic fibrosis will educate and inspire readers.

As new cases of West Nile Virus begin to appear across the United States, this book offers a timely discussion of this potentially devastating disease. Author Melissa Abramovitz outlines the mechanics of virus transmission and how mosquitoes and disease-carrying birds have played a key role in the West Nile Virus epidemic. This book covers basic information about the virus and its possible effects, as well as a discussion of personal and governmental prevention plans. The last chapter focuses on treatments currently in development.

This volume offers an in-depth look at the scientific principles behind the game of volleyball. A brief history of the sport is offered followed by chapters that cover the scientific concepts behind serving the ball, how different surfaces and types of balls affect the game, training and conditioning, and the psychological aspects of the game. Includes graphics such as charts and diagrams to help explain the scientific principles being discussed and a list of sources for further research.

Author Melissa Abramovitz offers a wild ride into the scientific principles of skiing. Readers are introduced to the sport by a richly detailed history. The physics of snow, skis, and skiers are then discussed. The training and lifestyle choices that are necessary for success is explained. The mental aspects, such as mustering courage and the psychology behind the sport are presented. Downhill, cross-country, jumping, freestyle are thoroughly explained. Lastly, readers learn about the injuries related to the sport.

Author Melissa Abramovitz discusses the illness known as meningitis. This book gives details on the symptoms of the disease, how it is contracted, known treatments as well as possible new treatments, and how the disease may be prevented. This book also includes an annotated bibliography and a list of organizations that can be contacted for support.

COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, and it is the third leading cause of death in the United States. COPD is often under-diagnosed and under-treated. This book details how the disease impacts the patient, the care givers, what treatment options are available, and what future holds for people afflicted with COPD.

There''s a lot more to bowling that hurdling a large round ball at a bunch of pins. There''s science at play. This book, through plenty of diagrams and illustrations, provides students with easy ways to relate to the new science concepts they''re learning. This volume also discusses the history of bowling and sports-related injuries.

The Internet connects computers across the world. You may have used it to surf the web or e-mail your friends. But how does it work? How can it send information around the globe? Read this book to find out!

Did you know that horned lizards can shoot blood from their eyes? Discover other mind-blowing facts about animals!

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The Internet connects computers across the world. You may have used it to surf the web or e-mail your friends. But how does it work? How can it send information around the globe? Read this book to find out!