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Book II, The Truth About Heredity, Parenthood. And Environment, discusses the respective degrees of importance of the chief factors in health and in a practical fashion indicates the steps to be taken in the prevention of disease.
Book III, Habits: The Key to Virile Health, concerns itself with a demonstration of the part played by personal habits in promoting health and disease. Up-to-date knowledge on sex, food, drink, exercise, etc., is presented and an explanation of vitamins and the function of the ductless glands is provided. A chapter is included relating to the new cures for oldthe other methods is advocated and the objections are answered.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history of medical treatment for disease and mental disorders. The author begins by analyzing early theories of the supernatural origins of disease, and discusses the different ways in which ancient civilizations attempted to cure illness. The author then traces the development of modern medicine, from the first scientific studies of the human body to the discovery of germs and the development of vaccines. The author also discusses the history of public health measures, such as quarantine and sanitation, and the role they have played in reducing the incidence of disease. The book concludes by examining the current state of medical science and the challenges that remain in the fight against disease. The author argues that despite the great progress that has been made, there is still much that we do not know about the human body and the causes of disease. The author also warns that the rise of antibiotic resistance and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases pose serious threats to public health. However, the author is optimistic about the future of medical science, and believes that we will eventually be able to overcome these challenges and create a healthier world for everyone. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334297373_0
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