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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 book investigates how individuals can effectively manage common health symptoms and medical concerns at home to reduce unnecessary clinical visits. Donald M. Vickery, a physician and expert in health promotion, utilizes his extensive medical background to provide a structured framework for self-care. The text translates complex clinical decision-making into accessible, actionable advice for the average reader, emphasizing the importance of informed health management.
What You Will Find
Medical professionals and health organizations frequently cite this work as a foundational resource for patient education and health literacy. Readers often note the clarity of the decision-making charts, which serve as a practical tool for navigating minor health crises without immediate clinical consultation.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1995-08-29
Publisher:
Da Capo Press
ISBN-10:
0201489767
ISBN-13:
9780201489767