Milestones in Health and Medicine:

the long version

"This reference work offers a diverse and interesting view of the remarkable history of treating disease and understanding human health. More than 500 entries, written in an A-Z format, cover the amazing changes that have taken place in the world of health and medicine, including: discoveries, procedures, devices, research (including AIDS and cancer), current controversies, ancient medical practices, and breakthroughs in understanding disease and mental illness.". "Milestones in Health and Medicine is written for a diverse audience. The general public will turn to this reference work for key information about health and medicine throughout history. Students will find it a source for writing reports or as a springboard for further research. And teachers will find the background information helpful for providing an overview of medical advances and procedures for classroom lessons."--BOOK JACKET.