Diabetes (Principles of Health)

by Ph.D. Buratovich, Michael (ed.) This volume offers up-to-date information on research, prevention, and treatment of the various types of diabetes. Written in clear, accessible language for not only those living with diabetes, but caregivers, and medical professionals as well, this work will prove invaluable to the more than 1.5 million people who are diagnosed with diabetes each year. Whether a patient, family, friend or caregiver you will find information to support you as you deal with this condition. Coverage includes Mechanisms, Symptoms, Risk Factors, Prevention Methods, Prevalence within Demographic Groups, Natural & Pharmacological Treatments, Complications & Co-morbidities, along with Current and Future Research. Public library patrons, high school students and undergraduates will find this volume accessible and comprehensive, with more than 100 entries written by experts in the field, each with Principal Terms, an Introductory Summary, and Further Reading. A Glossary, Bibliography and Subject Index enhance the work.