The best in-depth & easy to read manual for managing childhood & adult asthma. Beautiful illustrations, clear tables & diagrams clearly explain causes, prevention, & reversibility. Asthma history, triggers, diagnosis, medications, controversial treatments & environmental influences are highlighted. Asthma can be successfully managed with this excellent & informative resource. Recommended by Library Journal.

The asthma self-help book: The comprehensive asthma manual for asthma sufferers, families, friends, teachers, and health care personnel who deal with asthma

Hannaway, Paul J.

Medical Books

Lighthouse Press

Asthma-An Emerging Epidemic offers the most complete and up-to-date education resource published in recent years (Feb 2002) that has been specifically written for patients and parents of children with asthma. There is no cure for asthma and many patients simply put up with symptoms and suffer the uncertainty that comes with a variable disease. With proper diagnosis, good treatment and effective management, asthma can be controlled and a person with asthma can lead a full, active life 
Asthma - An Emerging Epidemic assesses the most current asthma research available and offers the latest insights and advice regarding: 
Spectacular Breakthroughs in Asthma diagnosis 
New theories on how and why Asthma is an emerging Epidemic 
Availability of safer, more potent, and very effective medications 
Implementation of innovative educational programs 
Controversial side effects of drug therapies and immunotherapy 
Futuristic Therapies, including genetic coding 
Various types of asthma including-exercise induced, Childhood and young adult asthma, Asthma in Women, Adult asthma 
Those reading this book will come away more informed about this complex, yet very treatable, disease.

Asthma: An Emerging Epidemic

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Diseases & Physical Ailments

Lighthouse Pr

From how to immediately recognize and treat an extreme allergic reaction to tips on how food allergy sufferers may lead normal lives, this A-to-Z guide informs sufferers themselves as well as those around them how to deal with this often deadly condition. With information on the escalating number of food allergy incidences each year and how to determine whether or not the condition really is food allergy related, the narrative examines all aspects of the issue in an easy-to-read, layperson’s tone. In addition to identifying and addressing specific food allergies—cow’s milk, hen’s egg, wheat, peanut and legume, tree nut, seed and spice, seafood, fruit and vegetable—as well as food additive reactions, the handy guide provides a series of true-life stories to further illustrate the often heartbreaking risks of allergic reactions to these foods. This comprehensive personal and public health resource also offers insight into cuisines and restaurants likely to be risky, as well as hints on ways to eat out safely.

On the Nature of Food Allergy: A Complete Handbook on Food Allergy for Patients, Parents, Restaurant Personnel, Child-care Providers, Educators, School Nurses, Dicticians and Health-care Providers

The Asthma Self-Help Book, Revised 2nd Edition: How to Live a Normal Life in Spite of Your Condition

A definitive, fully updated manual for adults with asthma, parents of children with asthma, and health professionals offers life-saving advice and tips for asthma sufferers on how to lead a more healthy, productive life. Original.

The Asthma Self-Help Book: How to Live a Normal Life in Spite of Your Condition

Prima Pub.

Discusses asthma diagnosis, drug treatments, environmental controls, air pollution, and special features and complications of asthma, and includes tips for leading a more healthy, productive life

Prima Lifestyles