Public health & preventive medicine
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Public health & preventive medicine
hardcover. This text provides a review of the roles of specific nutrients in maintaining the immune response and host protection against infection. It also considers the influence of various factors, such as exercise and ageing, on the interaction between nutrition and immune function Editor(s): Calder, Phillip C.; Field, C.J.; Gill, H.S. Series: Frontiers in Nutritional Science S. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MJCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1157.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851995830
- ISBN
- 9780851995830
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.08
€ 144.08
hardcover. Nitrate is ubiquitous. It is present in water, soil, plants food, and is also a normal human metabolite. The main external sources of nitrate are vegetables and drinking water. This book examines the relationship between nitrates and human health. Num Pages: 184 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBN; RNP; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 431.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851995663
- ISBN
- 9780851995663
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 137.50
€ 137.50
Paperback. Infectious diseases are an important cause of malnutrition. The nutrition-infection-immunity axis is crucial for both developed and developing countries and is now a central feature of many nutrition and infectious disease courses. Bringing together nutrition and immunology, this title covers the topic in an accessible format. Series: Modular Texts. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MJCJ; MJCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 190 x 12. Weight in Grams: 614. Series: Modular Texts. 224 pages, Illustrations. Infectious diseases are an important cause of malnutrition. The nutrition-infection-immunity axis is crucial for both developed and developing countries and is now a central feature of many nutrition and infectious disease courses. Bringing together nutrition and immunology, this title covers the topic in an accessible format. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MJCJ; MJCM. Dimension: 245 x 190 x 12. Weight: 614.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- CABI
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995311
- ISBN
- 9780851995311
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.87
€ 55.87
hardcover. Food safety is one of the most important issues confronting consumers, producers and distributors. This book focuses on the specific example of food safety in the beef industry in the USA, Canada, the UK and Australia, and includes implications for competitiveness and world trade. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: KNAC; MBN; MZM; TDCT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2001
- SKU
- V9780851995182
- ISBN
- 9780851995182
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 115.67
€ 115.67
paperback. The purpose of this short book is to provide a review of: information on the scale of manufacture, import, export and use of chemical pesticides; examples of direct risks to human welfare; and examples of problems with storage of obsolete stocks of pesticides in developing countries. Series: Biopesticides S. Num Pages: 90 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC; KNDC; MBN; RNP; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 5. Weight in Grams: 113.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 90
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851994765
- ISBN
- 9780851994765
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.99€ 51.59
€ 54.99
€ 51.59
paperback. Series: Research Report. Num Pages: colour illustrations. BIC Classification: MBDP; MBG; MBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 216 x 8. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Ran United States
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780833082206
- ISBN
- 9780833082206
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.23
€ 33.23
hardcover. Alistair Lax takes a fascinating look at these most devious molecules, explaining the many ingenious mechanisms they use to penetrate our cell's defences, and the deadly pandemics that result. A story not only of disease but also of human rivalry and persistence in our struggle to understand, combat, and harness these powerful toxins. Num Pages: 204 pages, numerous halftones, 1 table, 1 line drawing. BIC Classification: MBNH; MMFM; MMGT; PDZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 146 x 20. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198605584
- ISBN
- 9780198605584
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 60.75
€ 60.75
paperback. Through ninety-five interviews with primary care physicians (PCPs) working in different settings, as well as medical students and residents, this book provides insight into the everyday lives of generalist physicians in the early twenty-first century - their work, stresses, hopes, expectations, and values. Series Editor(s): Apple, Rima D.; Golden, Janet. Series: Critical Issues in Health and Medicine Series. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; MBN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 399.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780813546766
- ISBN
- 9780813546766
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.31
€ 44.31
Paperback. A Shocking Expose of the Irish Health System Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; MBNH; MBP; MJCJ3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 18. Weight in Grams: 176. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Hachette Books Ireland
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KTG0017837
- ISBN
- 9780340951323
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Presents a collection of representative historical texts that serve to trace and to illuminate the development of conceptions, policies, and treatments in public health from the dawn of Western civilization through the Progressive Era of the early twentieth century. This book provides annotated readings and biographical details. Editor(s): Schneider, Dona; Lilienfeld, David E. Num Pages: 770 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MBN; MBX. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1060.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 770
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813542324
- ISBN
- 9780813542324
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.09€ 57.77
€ 59.09
€ 57.77
Hardcover. Contends to understand epidemics and their history we need to think about maps of varying scale, from the individual body to shared symptoms evidenced across cities, nations, and the world. This title provides a review of epidemic mapping today and a detailed example of its power. Num Pages: 368 pages, 106 colour plates, 35 halftones, 6 line drawings, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1DBK; MBNS; PSXM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 261 x 187 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1100.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226449357
- ISBN
- 9780226449357
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 39.37
€ 51.99
€ 39.37
Paperback. After explaining how miscommunication has led to dozens of aircraft disasters, the author proposes innovative solutions for prevention - such as a visual communication system and a computerized voice mechanism to help clear up confusing language. Num Pages: 176 pages, 18 line drawings. BIC Classification: GTC; KNGV; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 138 x 14. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226132013
- ISBN
- 9780226132013
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 28.19
€ 35.99
€ 28.19
Hardcover. In Eat Yourself Beautiful, international model and nutritional therapist Rosanna Davison shares her recipes to help you look and feel amazing. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: MBNH3; VFMD; WBH; WBJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 180 x 247 x 25. Weight in Grams: 836.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Gill & Macmillan Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780717166992
- ISBN
- 9780717166992
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 18.53
€ 26.99
€ 18.53
Paperback. In this well-researched book, established author John McKenna turns his attention to how you can prevent cancer, exploring the pivotal role played by your environment, diet and stress levels. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: MBN; MJCL; VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 137 x 216 x 25. Weight in Grams: 264.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Gill & Macmillan Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780717161102
- ISBN
- 9780717161102
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.97
€ 16.99
€ 12.97
Paperback. This book uses engaging narratives to illustrate that mental illnesses are not only problems individuals face but problems that need to be understood and treated globally at the social and cultural levels. Editor(s): Kohrt, Brandon A.; Mendenhall, Emily. Series: Anthropology and Global Public Health. Num Pages: 450 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JHM; MBNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Left Coast Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 389
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781611329247
- ISBN
- 9781611329247
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 58.13
€ 58.13
hardcover. Commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) and written by international experts who provide consensus views on the most important issues related to allergic hypersensitivities. Editor(s): Vos, Johannes G. Num Pages: 368 pages, 64 black & white tables. BIC Classification: MBNS; MJCM1; PSBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 689.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780849392269
- ISBN
- 9780849392269
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 97.16
€ 97.16
Paperback. Now in an updated and expanded new edition, The Nutritionist: Food, Nutrition, and Optimal Health, 2nd Edition, provides readers with vital information about how to simply but radically improve their daily lives with the science of nutrition, balance their diets to achieve more energy, and improve health and longevity. Num Pages: 388 pages, 71 black & white illustrations, 72 black & white tables, 6 black & white halftones, 65 bl. BIC Classification: MBNH3. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 262 x 134 x 64. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Inc United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 388
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780789034243
- ISBN
- 9780789034243
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.32
€ 68.32
Paperback. This collection, written by leading health policy researchers, examines the role that case-studies play in British health policy, covering key health policy literatures in the policy process, analytical frameworks and seminal moments of the NHS. Editor(s): Exworthy, Mark; Peckham, Stephen; Powell, Martin; Hann, Alison. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; MBN; MBP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 173 x 20. Weight in Grams: 640.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847427571
- ISBN
- 9781847427571
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 39.12
€ 41.99
€ 39.12
Paperback. This volume guides readers on practical and theoretical considerations in conducting focus group research. Separate chapters are devoted to writing focus group methods and presenting findings. Strategies for assessing the quality of focus group research are included and case study examples of field research are provided throughout. Series: Understanding Statistics. Num Pages: 230 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JM; MBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 141 x 216 x 14. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199856169
- ISBN
- 9780199856169
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 58.30
€ 58.30
hardcover. People-centred public health provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of policy, practice and research in how members of the public can be involved in delivering health improvement as volunteers or lay health workers, drawing on a major study of lay engagement in public health, and using case studies and real life examples. Series: Evidence for Public Health Practice. Num Pages: 232 pages, 6 black & white illustrations, 11 black & white tables, 24 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: MBN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 172 x 18. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781447305316
- ISBN
- 9781447305316
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 97.04
€ 97.04