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hardcover. Since the advent of HIV virus, male latex condoms have been the mainstay of prevention efforts. This book describes a set of prevention strategies that do not solely rely on male condoms, including: the use of HIV antibody testing and 'negotiated safety'; control of sexually transmitted diseases; treatment advances as prevention; and more. Editor(s): O'Leary, Ann, Ph.D. Num Pages: 242 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBN; MJCJ2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 1250.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Kluwer Boston Incorporated United States
- Number of pages
- 242
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2002nd Edition
- SKU
- V9780306467318
- ISBN
- 9780306467318
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.08
€ 133.08
Hardback. Addresses the challenges facing many African nations as poor infrastructure and economics continue to obstruct access to advanced treatments and AIDS care training. This book takes into account the context of settings with limited resources. Editor(s): Essex, Max; Mboup, Souleymane; Kanki, Phyllis J.; Marlink, Richard G.; Tlou, Sheila D. Num Pages: 724 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; JFFH2; MBNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 51. Weight in Grams: 3590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2002
- Number of pages
- 724
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306466991
- ISBN
- 9780306466991
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 209.67
€ 209.67
hardcover. Designed to motivate and engage scientists, policymakers, and practitioners to greater scientific discourse, reduce the stigma on and validate the importance of women's sexual and reproductive health, this book presents comprehensive coverage that can benefit women's health advocates, students, and practitioners. Editor(s): Wingood, Gina M.; DiClemente, Ralph J. Series: Women's Health Issues S. Num Pages: 473 pages, 33 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: MBNH; VFDW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1235.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Edition
- 2002nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 473
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306466519
- ISBN
- 9780306466519
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 199.30
€ 199.30
Hardback. Num Pages: 210 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; MBN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1130.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 210
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306466380
- ISBN
- 9780306466380
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 71.41
€ 71.41
Hardback. Num Pages: 206 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 154 x 26. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 206
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306465574
- ISBN
- 9780306465574
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.21
€ 132.21
Hardback. Includes discussions of rural health and policy; methodological issues in conducting research; equity in access to care; and infrastructures for the delivery of needed care. This book considers the health needs of specific rural populations, including women, children, adolescents, Native Americans, and migrant workers. Editor(s): Loue, Sana, JD, PhD, MSSA; Quill, Beth E. Num Pages: 370 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 27. Weight in Grams: 2100.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 370
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306464799
- ISBN
- 9780306464799
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.64
€ 144.64
Hardback. Providing a history of human experimentation, this volume reviews various theories of ethics from which the principles and rules that govern this research are derived. Including case examples and exercises for discussion, it is of interest to students and researchers who design and disseminated findings using human subjects in their research. Num Pages: 256 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBDC; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1260.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306464485
- ISBN
- 9780306464485
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 210.44
€ 210.44
hardcover. The use of mathematical modeling techniques in biomedical research is playing an increasingly important role in the understanding of the pathophysiology of disease processes. This book offers the mathematical and statistical information necessary to design tracer kinetic studies. Num Pages: 456 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: MBN; MQW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 866.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2002nd Edition
- SKU
- V9780306464270
- ISBN
- 9780306464270
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 285.20
€ 285.20
paperback. This step-by-step programme uses older adult volunteers as mentors, helping children develop the awareness, self-confidence, and skills they need to overcome overwhelming obstacles. Although designed as a school-based model, this program can easily be adapted to other settings. Series: Prevention in Practice Library. Num Pages: 115 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNK; MBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
- Number of pages
- 115
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306464133
- ISBN
- 9780306464133
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.73
€ 127.73
Hardback. This step-by-step programme uses older adult volunteers as mentors, helping children develop the awareness, self-confidence, and skills they need to overcome overwhelming obstacles. Although designed as a school-based model, this programme can easily be adapted to other settings. Series: Prevention in Practice Library. Num Pages: 115 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNK; MBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 830.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 115
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306464126
- ISBN
- 9780306464126
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.22
€ 130.22
Short and Long Term Effects of Breast Feeding on Child Health
. Ed(S): Koletzko, Berthold; Fleischer Michae...
Hardback. The quality of infant feeding is of major importance for child health development and well being, and breast feeding is the natural form of supplying food to the infant. This book includes proceedings of the 9th International Conference of the International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation (ISRHML). Editor(s): Koletzko, Berthold; Fleischer Michaelsen, Kim; Hernell, Olle. Series: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology. Num Pages: 448 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1830.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306464058
- ISBN
- 9780306464058
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 203.15
€ 203.15
Paperback. Dare to be You (DTBY) is a program that has both a conceptual foundation and is demonstrably effective in building assets linked to a decrease in problem behaviors. This book focuses on the DTBY program for families with 2 to 5 year old children. Series: Prevention in Practice Library. Num Pages: 154 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSB1; MBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 8. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 154
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306463938
- ISBN
- 9780306463938
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 128.09
€ 128.09
Hardback. DARE To Be You (DTBY) is a program that has both a conceptual foundation and is demonstrably effective in building assets linked to a decrease in problem behaviors. The DTBY curricula is age-appropriate and adapted to account for changing developmental needs. This volume focuses on the DTBY program for families with 2 to 5 year old children. Series: Prevention in Practice Library. Num Pages: 154 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSB1; MBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 910.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 154
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306463921
- ISBN
- 9780306463921
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.76
€ 130.76
Paperback. Prevention in healthcare underlies this volume, which describes the steps taken by RIPP (Responding in Peaceful and Poistive Ways) to promote "non-violence" among children in middle schools. It provides a new way to respond to conflict, using the acronym RAID (resolve, avoid, ignore, diffuse). Series: Prevention in Practice Library. Num Pages: 140 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNC; MBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
- Number of pages
- 140
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306463860
- ISBN
- 9780306463860
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 126.62
€ 126.62
Hardback. Prevention in healthcare underlies this volume, which describes the steps taken by RIPP (Responding in Peaceful and Positive Ways) to promote "non-violence" among children in middle schools. It provides a new way to respond to conflict, using the acronym RAID (resolve, avoid, ignore, diffuse). Series: Prevention in Practice Library. Num Pages: 140 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNC; MBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 382.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 140
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306463853
- ISBN
- 9780306463853
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.73
€ 127.73
Building, Healthy Individuals, Families, and Communities
Strader, Ted N.; Collins, David A.; Noe, Tim ...
Paperback. This work describes a programme, "Creating Lasting Family Connections", based on a design for an ecumenical, community based programme that would increase community, family and individual (youth) protective factors to combat alcohol and other drug use among at-risk 12-14 year olds. Series: Prevention in Practice Library. Num Pages: 112 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFH1; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 10. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306463181
- ISBN
- 9780306463181
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.73
€ 127.73
Hardback. As nations around the world experience a rapid increase in longevity, this text argues that we must look to professionals in diverse fields to develop creative solutions to the inevitable issues that will arise with ageing, and that health and longevity of life will ultimately be a political issue. Editor(s): Butler, Robert N.; Jasmin, Claude. Num Pages: 321 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JKSG; MBGR; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 20. Weight in Grams: 833.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 321
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306463150
- ISBN
- 9780306463150
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.60
€ 196.60
Hardback. Due to inefficiencies, under utilization, and diminished resources, the delivery of healthcare worldwide is a major issue. This book acquaints readers with the health policy environment, organization and delivery of health services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Num Pages: 136 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FBXS; MBN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 910.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 136
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306463143
- ISBN
- 9780306463143
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.17
€ 197.17
Hardback. Examines the basic constructs of gender, sex, ethnicity, and race. These constructs are routinely used in the analysis of data in a number of fields, including epidemiology, health services research, sociology, and medical anthropology. This book addresses these constructs of gender and ethnicity. Num Pages: 195 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHM; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 18. Weight in Grams: 672.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 195
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306461729
- ISBN
- 9780306461729
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.17
€ 129.17
Hardback. A study of micro-organisms from environments. This book provides a much-needed synthesis of the advances in the biology, biotechnology, and management of thermophilic organisms, with specific examples drawn from thermal springs in Yellowstone National Park. Editor(s): Reysenbach, Anna-Louise; Voytek, Mary; Mancinelli, Rocco. Num Pages: 205 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBGR; MBN; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1480.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 205
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306461651
- ISBN
- 9780306461651
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 134.52
€ 134.52