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Women's Health For Life: Written for Women by Women: Symptoms-treatment-prevention Hardcover – April 15, 2009

by Donnica Moore (Editor)
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Written by women for women, a definitive guide to women's health for all ages furnishes a wealth of gender-specific advice on every health and medical issue, covering such areas as how diseases and their treatment affect women, signs and symptoms of problems, and how to maintain health through diet, exercise, and other preventative measures.
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  1. Print length
    384 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Dk Pub
  4. Publication date
    April 15, 2009
  5. Dimensions
    7.75 x 1.25 x 10.5 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0756642779
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0756642778
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Moore, a frequent guest on the Oprah show, helms a list of world class female physician coauthors. The book opens with the old news that womenÖs wellness has taken a backseat to menÖs, even though itÖs been 20 years since the government insisted that clinical trials include women. The few reliable, comprehensive guides to womenÖs health include most notably Our Bodies, Ourselves and The New Harvard Guide to WomenÖs Health, but this new resource is not one of them. It offers broad coverage, but insufficient straightforward information. Opening with the familiar discussion about why women are different and deserve appropriate care, the book covers minimal basic explanations and advice for maintaining health and understanding and recognizing symptoms of disease. In an effort to offer nonalarmist guidance, the coauthors downplay the severity of certain conditions, including cancer, liver disease and coronary artery disease. Twelve of 16 chapters, each presenting short overviews, sidebars, charts, illustrations, symptom checklists and advice for self-care, focus on an individual physiological system (hormones, breast health, heart, etc.). The message that informed patients receive better care is here, but symptom checklists are incomplete and explanations cursory at best. (May)
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About the Author

Highly regarded as a women's health expert and advocate; as a physician educator and as a media commentator, Dr. Moore is the Founder and President of DrDonnica.com, a popular women's health information website launched in Sept. 2000. She is also Founder and President of Sapphire Women's Health Group LLC, a multimedia women's health education and communications firm.

Team-written by female specialists in the US and UK, all of whom are experts in their respective fields.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dk Pub; 1st edition (April 15, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0756642779
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0756642778
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.2 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.75 x 1.25 x 10.5 inches
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Dr. Beatriz Olson

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Dr. Beatriz Olson is a superbly trained endocrinologist who also has unique and extraordinary skills in mind body medicine and transformative health empowerment.

Her training as an academic clinician focuses on holistic healing, experience running an integrative medicine community in Connecticut for 15 years, and 3-decades of experience and expertise caring for patients set her apart from others.

Her approach to healthcare combines evidence-based science, mind-body-spirit aligning techniques, and integrative and functional medicine to provide comprehensive and effective healing. With expertise and compassion informed by being a Cuban immigrant, Dr. Olson has transformed the health and well-being of thousands of patients.

Dr. Olson is board-certified in Endocrinology, Metabolism & Diabetes and Internal Medicine, and has certifications in Age Management Medicine and Feminine Power Transformational Leadership.

Dr. Olson graduated from Barnard College, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and did her residency in internal medicine and research-clinical fellowship in Endocrinology at the University of Pittsburgh. She served as clinician-scientist at the National Institutes of Health and later as teaching-faculty at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Olson has numerous first-authored publications in basic science and clinical peer-reviewed journals and contributed chapters to several textbooks. Mind Body Secrets: A Medical Doctor’s Spiritual and Scientific Guide to Wellness is the first integrative medicine book she has written for a general audience. Dr. Olson resides in Connecticut with her husband, Dr. Eric J. Olson.

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Tiby Lapkin
5.0 out of 5 stars For Women of ALL Ages!
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2009
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While I have 6 children and 17 grandchildren (so far), I really believed I knew all there was to know about good health, wellness & prevention. After perusing this comprehensive book, I realize that I wasn't even aware of how many issues I should have already addressed with my physicians! Perfectly direct, specific approaches to problems are given, including specific questions to ask. Even more importantly, Women's Health for Life gives the reader a balanced presentation of how to better communicate with your doctor. Our family has dealt with some serious medical issues. With this resource, I feel better prepared to offer educated, well-informed advice and direction.
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Anne G
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Women's health resource for all -- a must own
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2009
How do I love this book? Let me count the ways (just a few, really...):
1) It recognizes that there ARE differences between men and women that matter for all aspects of health -- physical, mental, social, chemical, etc.
2) It has a fabulous section by decade on the kinds of issues many women in that decade face, with very practical and specific guidance -- what tests to have, what to expect, what you can do yourself, and where to seek guidance and assistance.
3) It recognizes that such things as weight issues, sleep issues, and menopause are huge, and offers the best available guidance on options in plain language for all -- not for "dummies"
4) It contains plentiful amounts of the 3 T's: tips (galore, for all medical/health issues women face), tests (what's needed at each age), and tasteful photos (important and appropriate)
5) It's straightforward about symptoms and provides guidance as to what to do next

This is a must-own for every household -- men will benefit as well!
Think Mother's day and graduation gifts as starters -- off to college, new job, new baby, or just having a resource for life, and you'll be thrilled with your choice!
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Betsy Brint
5.0 out of 5 stars The Reference Book All Women Should Own
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2009
Women of all ages should own this book. It is a quick reference tool that addresses the full spectrum of health issues related to women. The book is easy to use, written in language we laypersons can understand and it clearly outlines definitions, symptoms, risk factors and treatment options. I gave this book to my high school age daughter so she could look up any areas of concern she might be too embarrassed to ask either her doctor or me. I especially like the illustrations and the photos of real women - not just size zero runway models! Thank you to Dr. Donnica and the team of experts for compiling this comprehensive book for us.
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A Reader
5.0 out of 5 stars A terrific book for the women in your life
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2009
A few weeks ago I bought Women's Health for Life for myself and another friend for Mother's day (my boys like to be told what I want for a present). It was terrific - thoughtfully put together, with a lot of information made easily available, good photography, and some surprising depth in the sections on specific ailments. Having just passed the half century mark, I found myself drawn into "hormones, fertility and menopause" in particular and was grateful to be well informed, without alarm. This is a very good piece of work and I wish I had something like it to refer to when I was younger!
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Judi
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Gift I Ever Bought Myself
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2009
I purchased this book not only for myself, but for my sister, sister in law and good friend. We are all of the age of health issues and this book, written by women FOR women, is right on target. I especially liked the layout of "What is it?" to "Do I have the symptoms?" to "Options." It will certainly be much easier to open up the dialogue to my doctor now that I know how to explain what I'm feeling and what to ask specifically about. This truly is a great reference book and guide for women, young to older. This will be my gift purchase to all my close friends and family this year.
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NYCGirl
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Healthy Lifestyle Resource for Women
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2009
This is just the kind of book I was looking for--a smart reference book for women that offers easy-to-follow and easy-to-comprehend advice for staying healthy through the decades. I like the snapshot-style approach that provides a well-organized way to find the answers you need. I also liked the fact that it's not too copy dense, but provides enough information to make it a worthwhile purchase. It's the kind of book I'll refer back to again and again--a modern-day "Our Bodies, Our Selves." I recommend this for your own book shelves, and as a gift.
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Kathy R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Women's Health Made Easy
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2009
This book is a great "first stop" for learning about women's health. The format is terrific and makes it easy to get the information you want. You can look things up by age and/or by topic so that you go straight to what you're looking for. There is a great balance of substance and quick facts. As a whole, we women tend to take care of others first and put off taking care of ourselves. This book is a fantastic way to check in about our bodies.
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Marie A. S. Lifrieri
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2009
My friend sent me the link to this book, I picked it up the other day and found that she was right - it is loaded with lots of great advice I have never actually received from any doctor I have been to (for some reason?) I am going through some health issues and I found the book very informative and helpful. I am recommending it to all my girlfriends!
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Emma Baylis
5.0 out of 5 stars Great reference book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 2, 2013
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For the 3 women in this household, from ages 14-43, this book is perfect for us all - it is a great reference, with lots of good information about prevention against future ailments.
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Justine Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars Super factual without the drama
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 22, 2015
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Amazingly useful information without all the drama and scaremongery that sadly other publications throw at us. A super reference book for all ages.
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A Happy Customer
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Reference
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 1, 2009
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Good book for reference but not as detailed as I would have liked on some subjects, surprised it covers many medical conditions, not just 'female' ones.
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Patricia
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 27, 2015
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A very informative book
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