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Aids / Whelan, Jo

2001

Whelan, Jo	Book
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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pGreen Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Examines the causes, symptoms, and effects of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), as well as methods of prevention and treatment.
Contents	Introduction The AIDS epidemic The immune system and HIV AIDS: The disease How HIV is spread? Avoiding infection Testing and treatment Living with HIV and AIDS
Standard Number	075023542X Pb.

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IGCSE ; AIDS (Disease) ; UOI - Equal Opportunity

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001322	616.9792/WHE	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001398

Alcohol / Lamb, Kirsten

2001

Lamb, Kirsten	Book
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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pBlue Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Discusses the effects of alcohol on the human body, the dangers of alcohol abuse, and alcoholism treatment and prevention.
Standard Number	075023539X Pb.

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IGCSE ; Alcoholism ; Alcohol ; Alcohol - Physiological effect ; Drinking of alcoholic beverages - Health aspects

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001367	613.81/LAM	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 005454

Allergies / Lennard-Brown, Sarah

2005

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Publication	Great Britain, Hodder Wayland, 2005.
Description	63pYellow spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	This book explains what happens in the body to cause an allergy and how allergies are diagnosed. Describes allergic illness, investigates the many different allergens, and discusses treatments and self-help.
Contents	Introduction Allergies and the immune system Allergic illness Allergens Treating allergies Living with allergies Glossary Resources Index
Standard Number	0750243791 pb.

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Allergy

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ID: 001400

Amphetamines and ecstasy / Elliot-Wright, Susan

2001

Elliot-Wright, Susan	Book
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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pPurple Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	The book explains what amphetamines are, and where they come from. Side effects of taking the drug are explained - such as exhaustion, paranoia, depression and aggression, together with information on how addicts can be treated. It includes photos, case studies, glossary, resource section and index.
Standard Number	0750244895 Hb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Ecstasy (Drug) - Physiological effect - Juvenile Literature ; Drug abuse ; Drug abuse - Prevention ; Ecstasy (Drug) ; Amphetamines ;
Amphetamines - Physiological effect ; Stimulants

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001329	613.83/ELL	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001401

Asthma / Lennard-Brown, Sarah

2001

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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pBlue Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Examines the causes and treatment of asthma and discusses how to deal with the environmental triggers that may stimulate an attack.
Contents	Introduction Asthma, airways and breathing Asthma triggers Asthma and the environment Treating asthma Living with asthma
Standard Number	0750245581 Pb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Asthma

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001369	616.238/LEN	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001402

Cancer / Lamb, Kirsten

2001

Lamb, Kirsten	Book
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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pPurple Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Describes different types of cancer, their causes, symptoms, and effective treatments. Also discusses healthy habits that help lower the risk of contracting various cancers.
Contents	Cancer and its causes Cancer around the world Common cancers Treating cancer Cancer prevention Living with cancer
Standard Number	075023945X Hb.

Key Words

Diseases ; UOI - Equal Opportunity ; Cancer

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001330	616.994/LAM	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001403

Cannabis / Lennard-Brown, Sarah

2004

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Publication	Great Britain, Hodder Wayland, 2004.
Description	64pGreen Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Explores the history of cannabis, its effect on mind and body, the ways in which the cannabis plant can provide for many modern needs, the law on cannabis, and the cases made for and against legalization.
Standard Number	075024495X Pb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Marijuana abuse - Juvenile Literature ; Drug abuse ; Cannabis

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001359	362.295/LEN	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001404

Cocaine / Lennard-Brown, Sarah

2004

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Publication	Great Britain, Hodder Wayland, 2004.
Description	64pGrey Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Cocaine, crack and freebase are highly addictibe drugs. This book describes the history and use of this drug today, their effects on the body and mind, and how addiction develops and is treated. It also includes the profound impact of drugs on users, their families and talks about those involved in drug smuggling.
Standard Number	0750244852 Pb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Cocaine ; Cocaine habit

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001358	362.298/LEN	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001405

Diabetes / Whelan, Jo

2001

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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pPink Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Diabetes affects all age groups, and the number of cases is rising around the world. This book explains type 1 and type 2 diabetes, their causes, symptoms, treatments, and possible long-term health risks. It looks at everyday experiences of diabetes and shows that, once treated, it should not stop people leading normal, active lives.
Contents	Introduction What is diabetes? Symptoms of diabetes Treating diabetes Diabetes and diet Health risks from diabetes Living with diabetes
Standard Number	0750245573 Hb.

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IGCSE ; Diabetes

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001368	616.462/WHE	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001406

Epilepsy / Elliot-Wright, Susan

2001

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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pPink and Blue Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Examines the causes, symptoms, and treatment of epilepsy, a neurological condition that can lead to seizures.
Contents	Epilepsy and the brain Understanding seizures How do they know it's epilepsy? Treating epilepsy How to make seizures less likely Living with epilepsy
Standard Number	0750243805 Hb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Epilepsy

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001328	616.853/ELL	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001407

Heroin / Elliot-Wright, Susan

2001

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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pPurple Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	This book looks at the history of heroin, what it consists of, and why people use it. The misery heroin addiction brings to individuals and their families is clearly outlined, with a look at crime, illness, and all the other possible consequences. Methods of helping addicts are examined, including methadone, needle exchange schemes and education. With photos, case studies, glossary, resource section and index.
Contents	Heroin's forerunners Heroin use today Supply and demand Why do people use heroin? How heroin damages health The social consequences Prevention and treatment
Standard Number	0750244879 Hb.

Key Words

Drug abuse ; Drug abuse - Prevention ; Heroin - Physiological effect ; Heroin abuse

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001356	613.83/ELL	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 005813

Puberty / Elliot-Wright, Susan

2006

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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2006.
Description	64pBlue Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Explains all the changes that occur during puberty, showing that they are perfectly normal and helping you understand the many feelings you may have about becoming an adult.
Standard Number	0750243724 Hb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Puberty ; UOI - Human body

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001357	612.661/ELL	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001408

Sexually Transmitted Diseases / Whelan, Jo

2001

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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pBlue Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Touching on the wider social issues confronting sexually active teenagers, this title concentrates on the up-to-date medical facts about infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, pubic lice, HIV and Hepatitis B. It focuses on the symptoms, treatment and prevention of STDs as well as exploring the ways in which they are spread, offering advice on risk factors, safe sex and health check-ups.
Contents	Introduction Are you at risk? Preventing STDs Symptoms and treatment Common STDs Other STDs
Standard Number	0750235446 Pb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Sexually transmitted diseases

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001327	616.951/WHE	Main	On Shelf	General

ID: 001409

Solvents / Fitzhugh, Karla

2001

Fitzhugh, Karla	Book
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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pGreen Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Solvents are chemicals which are used as ingredients in a variety of products: such as glues, aerosols and lighter fuel. Some of the properties that make solvents useful also give them the potential to be abused. With an alarming number of people dying from solvent abuse every year, this book aims to give a clear picture of solvent abuse and the damage it can do. T
Contents	What are inhalants? Patterns of use Inhalant dangers Inhalant addiction Friends and family
Standard Number	0750243759 Pb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Solvent abuse ; Inhalant abuse ; Substance abuse

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001326	613.8/FIT	Main	On Shelf	General

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Sports injuries / Lennard-Brown, Sarah

2001

Lennard-Brown, Sarah	Book
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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pPurple Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	The more you can minimize your risk of injury when exercising or playing sports, the more you can enjoy and benefit from your activity.
Contents	Ready for action Head and face injuries Chest and torso injuries Back injuries Leg and foot injuries Arm and wrist injuries
Standard Number	0750244844 Pb.

Key Words

First aid ; Sports injuries

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001324	617.1027/LEN	Main	On Shelf	General

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Steroids / Fitzhugh, Karla

2003

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Edition	2005 (Pb)
Publication	Great Britain, Hodder Wayland, 2003.
Description	63pBlue Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Anabolic steroids are drugs that some people take for no-medical reasons. Some athletes take them to make themselves stronger, some people take te drugs to change the way their body looks. This book explains the real risks of using steroids, to health, relationships and careers, and gives advice about giving up drugs.
Standard Number	0750243775 Pb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Steroids - Juvenile Literature ; Steroids - Physiological Effect - Juvenile Literature

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Stress and depression / Lennard-Brown, Sarah

2001

Lennard-Brown, Sarah	Book
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Publication	East Sussex, Hodder Wayland, 2001.
Description	64pBlue and Purple Spine
Series	Health Issues
Summary/Abstract	Examines stress and change during puberty, physiology of stress, managing stress, depression and its causes, treatments and case studies.
Contents	Introduction Stress and change What happens when you are stressed? Managing stress What is depression? What happens when you are depressed? Beating depression
Standard Number	0750235454 Pb.

Key Words

IGCSE ; Stress (Psychology) ; UOI - Equal Opportunity ; Depression, Mental

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