Editorial Review:

Baby boomers now make up the majority of the American population. The Johns Hopkins Medical Guide to Health After 50 is the only authoritative consumer reference from one of America's leading medical centers specifically aimed at the health concerns of people over 50. In this invaluable reference work, you'll learn in detail about the warning signs, diagnostic steps, and treatment options for every major medical problem most likely to affect adult men and women--from age-related complaints such as impotence and menopausal symptoms to disorders of the brain, heart, digestive tract, and every other body system.

Each disorder is described in clear, easy-to-understand language, with key facts and recommendations highlighted so that you know exactly what the experts at Hopkins advise. The book also features a special introductory section on preventive strategies for optimal health; more than 70 anatomical drawings in full color; a "body atlas" of full-page illustrations; advice on how to find good medical care; a medical glossary; and a full listing of organizations that can provide assistance and support.

Customer Reviews:

Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0

Great info for a 70-year-old (or younger):

The information is concise, easy to find, and easy to understand. It gives me an excellent point from which to start if I need to research a health problem further. It also helps me prepare for my doctors' visits by knowing what to ask. I have changed my diet to include more healthy foods because of this book. As a relatively healthy 70-year-old male, I find this book invaluable.

Informative:

A very informative book for anyone even if you are not 50yrs old, which I am not.

Gift for Dad:

On an impulse, I sent this book to my father (he's age 77) to help him be better informed about his health. He lives out of state and I'm not always available to find answers to his questions. He's very healthy, but recently he's had bouts of vertigo and anxiety. The book is helpful to him to confirm the information that his physicians give him, and he finds that reassuring. Overall, he says that he really enjoys reading the book and that it's a good reference.

Covering over a hundred major medical concerns of people fifty and over:

The Johns Hopkins Medical Guide To Health After 50 (193308717X, $39.95) offers the latest recommendations from Hopkins specialists covering over a hundred major medical concerns of people fifty and over. An A-Z format makes for a quick reference which simplifies the search for information, while sections on disease prevention and color illustrations throughout enhance the information provided. Especially valuable are tips on treatments, options, follow-up and common illnesses that strike after 50.

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