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Take Care of Yourself is the world's best-selling health guide, and the only one that has been found to help reduce visits to the doctor and save money. Covering nearly 200 health-care problems and symptoms, it is easy to use, even in a crisis. Readers can locate their symptoms in the easily navigable guide and find a complete explanation of likely causes and possible home remedies. Diagrams show how to recognize problems, and, in many cases, treat them quickly, and the decision charts advise when exactly it's time to see a doctor. This comprehensive guide also covers emergencies, health problem prevention, the 20 things everyone should keep in a home pharmacy, and how to work best with a doctor. Revised and updated, it remains the most comprehensive and dependable self-care guide, and is essential for every home.
This guide investigates the efficacy of patient-led symptom assessment in reducing unnecessary medical consultations and managing personal health costs. Donald M. Vickery, a physician specializing in health promotion, utilizes clinical decision-making frameworks to empower individuals to distinguish between minor ailments and conditions requiring professional intervention. The text argues that informed self-care, supported by structured diagnostic charts, improves health outcomes and optimizes the use of medical resources.
What You Will Find
Medical professionals and health organizations frequently cite this work as a standard reference for patient education and self-triage. Readers often note the clarity of the decision-making flowcharts, which provide a practical, systematic approach to navigating common health concerns.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1996-02-25
Publisher:
Da Capo Press
ISBN-10:
0201479915
ISBN-13:
9780201479911
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