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A revised edition of the classic self-care guide, with new research on aging and updates throughout.Continuing to break new ground after forty years in print, Take Care of Yourself is the go-to guide for at home self-care for more than 175 healthcare concerns. With its easy-to-navigate flowcharts, readers can quickly look up their symptoms and find an explanation of likely causes and possible home remedies, as well as advice on when to seek professional help. This comprehensive guide covers emergencies, the twenty things everyone should keep in a home pharmacy, and how to work best with a doctor. With new research and insights into postponing aging and preventing chronic illness, as well as new data on cancer, information on the Zika virus, the dangers of prescription pain relievers, and other pertinent updates throughout, Take Care of Yourself remains the most comprehensive and dependable self-care guide.