""Features information on over 2,050 medical topics, including diseases/disorders and tests/treatments, in language accessible to adult laypersons"-Provided by publisher"--

The Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, Set of 9 Volumes

Reference

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

Gale Research Inc

Responding to the surging interest among students for information on topics relating to magic, witchcraft, the supernatural and other mysterious phenomena, Gale presents this in-depth, comprehensive 3-vol. set. Information is arranged in an objective manner, presenting varying viewpoints when appropriate, and is written at a level that younger students and researchers can understand. Chapters offer a thorough look at the history of each topic and cover the people and practices, as well as popular literature, television programs and movies, related to the subject. Other features include:
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<li> Approximately 300 photos and illustrations</li>
<li> Making the Connection, a detailed glossary</li>
<li> Delving Deeper, | a helpful further readings section</li>
<li> Cumulative index</li>
<li> Sidebars highlighting unusual facts, features, and people, as well as related books, films, Web sites, and other sources of relevant information</li>
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Gale Encyclopedia of the Unusual and Unexplained (3 Volumes) (The Gale Encyclopedia of the Unusual and Unexplained)

History

World

"Can magnets relieve arthritis pain? Does the scent of lavender calm the nerves? Is St. John's Wort a mood enhancer? Authoritative, objective and in tune with the subjects that matter to students and researchers, Gale presents four volumes of current, unbiased information on alternative and complementary medical practices. Covering all aspects of the subject through more than 800 entries, The Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine identifies types of alternative medicine being practiced today, including reflexology, acupressure, acupuncture, chelation therapy, kinesiology, yoga, chiropractic, Feldenkrais, polarity therapy, detoxification, naturopathy, Chinese medicine, biofeedback, Ayurveda and osteopathy. For the practitioner or interested patient, there are current training requirements, listings of organizations, as well as descriptions of treatments.Information on recommended therapies for specific disorders and diseases and medicinal uses for plants and herbs are balanced by conclusions of studies on efficacy and analysis of current levels of acceptance by traditional scientists and doctors. Biographies of pioneers in the field -- including Deepak Chopra, Edward Bach and David Palmer --appear as sidebars through the text. Included in each entry are glossary sidebars that define key terms. The four volumes contain more than 800 entries, approximately 400 color images, and many informative illustrations and charts pertaining to herbs and flowers, therapies and procedures, nutrition, and diseases and conditions. More than 50 new entries were added, on topics ranging from cherry juice, modified citrus pectin, oleander, and horticultural therapy; most existing entries were reviewed and updated, and many new images, charts and illustrations were added."

The Gale Encyclopedia Alternative Medicine: 5 volume set

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Alternative Medicine

This new edition, which replaces Wests Encyclopedia Of American Law, provides: Current information on 5, 000 legal topics in 14 volumes cover important issues. More than 60 brand-new entries and 2, 000 revised articles. Biographies of interesting and influential people who have played a part in creating or shaping U.S. law, along with a portrait, a timeline and a quote from the biographer. Increased coverage of women and minorities. Definitions of legal terms. In Focus pieces that provide additional facts and details on important issues. Black-and-white photographs and other visual aids enhance the text. Full text of many documents and legal forms. Cross-referencing within articles to related entries and extensive indexing and much more. 
Gale Encyclopedia of American Law fully illuminates todays leading cases, major statutes, legal terms and concepts, notable persons involved with the law, important documents and more. Legal issues are fully discussed in easy-to-understand language, including such high-profile topics as the Americans with Disabilities Act, capital punishment, domestic violence, gay and lesbian rights, physician-assisted suicide and thousands more. 01

Gale Encyclopedia of American Law: 14 volume set

Law Practice

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The Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, Set of 9 Volumes

Gale Encyclopedia of the Unusual and Unexplained (3 Volumes) (The Gale Encyclopedia of the Unusual and Unexplained)

The Gale Encyclopedia Alternative Medicine: 5 volume set

Gale Encyclopedia of American Law: 14 volume set