Health Reference Series: Women's Health Concerns Sourcebook
Health Reference Series: Women's Health Concerns Sourcebook
Editor: Hayes, Kevin
Publication Year: 2020
Publisher: Omnigraphics, Inc.
Single-User Purchase Price:
$85.00

Unlimited-User Purchase Price:
$127.50
ISBN: 978-1-78785-819-0
Category: Health & Medicine - Health
Image Count:
50
Book Status: Available
Table of Contents
Women's Health Concerns Sourcebook, Sixth Edition provides updated information about the medical issues of most significance to women.
This book is found in the following Credo Collections:
Table of Contents
- Preface
- Part 1. Introduction to Women's Health
- Chapter 1—Women's Health and Why Is It Important
- Chapter 2—The Female Body
- Chapter 3—Menarche to Menopause
- Chapter 4—Women's Health: Trends and Statistics
- Chapter 5—Health Status of Specific Populations
- Chapter 6—Influence of Sex and Gender on Health and Disease
- Chapter 7—Health Concerns Women Face at Work
- Chapter 8—Access to Healthcare Insurance
- Chapter 9—Violence against Women: A Public-Health Issue
- Part 2. Breast and Gynecological Concerns
- Chapter 10—Nonmalignant Breast Conditions
- Chapter 11—Premenstrual Syndrome and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Chapter 12—Ovarian Disorders
- Chapter 13—Menstrual Irregularities
- Chapter 14—Menopausal Concerns
- Chapter 15—Uterus Disorders
- Chapter 16—Disorders of the Cervix
- Chapter 17—Pelvic Infections
- Chapter 18—Pelvic Floor Disorders
- Chapter 19—Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 20—Gynecological Procedures
- Part 3. Sexual and Reproductive Concerns
- Chapter 21—Understanding Your Sexuality
- Chapter 22—Female Sexual Dysfunction
- Chapter 23—Birth Control Methods for Women
- Chapter 24—Termination of Pregnancy
- Chapter 25—Infertility: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Chapter 26—Having a Healthy Pregnancy
- Chapter 27—The Birth of Your Baby
- Chapter 28—Postpartum Care
- Chapter 29—Pregnancy Loss
- Part 4. Other Health Concerns of Women
- Chapter 30—Cancer and Women
- Chapter 31—Cardiovascular Disorders
- Chapter 32—Lung Disease in Women
- Chapter 33—Autoimmune and Related Diseases
- Chapter 34—Endocrine Disorders in Women: An Overview
- Chapter 35—Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Chapter 36—Chronic Pain in Women
- Chapter 37—Migraine Headaches in Women
- Chapter 38—Urinary Tract Disorders
- Chapter 39—Anemia and Bleeding Disorders
- Chapter 40—Women and Mental-Health Issues
- Chapter 41—Eating Disorders
- Chapter 42—Women and Alzheimer Disease
- Part 5. Maintaining Women's Health and Wellness
- Chapter 43—Healthy Eating for Better Health
- Chapter 44—Exercise Recommendations
- Chapter 45—Overweight, Obesity, and Weight Management
- Chapter 46—Dealing with Sleep Problems
- Chapter 47—Avoiding Risk Factors for Common Health Concerns
- Chapter 48—Cosmetics and Your Health
- Chapter 49—Breast Self-Examination
- Chapter 50—Immunizations for Women
- Chapter 51—Healthy Aging Tips for Women
- Part 6. Additional Help and Information
- Chapter 52—Glossary of Women's Health Terms
- Chapter 53—Directory of Women's Health Resources and Organizations