Most people, over the course of their lives, are likely to spend time in a hospital. What many may not realise is that the risks of a hospital stay can outweigh the benefits. Sometimes hospitalisation is essential - for trauma, life-threatening emergencies or complex surgical procedures. But despite the benefits of modern medicine, hospitals harm thousands of patients each year and many more suffer serious or fatal drug side effects. Learn how to protect yourself! HOSPITALS AND HEALTH looks at how hospital care got on the ...
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Most people, over the course of their lives, are likely to spend time in a hospital. What many may not realise is that the risks of a hospital stay can outweigh the benefits. Sometimes hospitalisation is essential - for trauma, life-threatening emergencies or complex surgical procedures. But despite the benefits of modern medicine, hospitals harm thousands of patients each year and many more suffer serious or fatal drug side effects. Learn how to protect yourself! HOSPITALS AND HEALTH looks at how hospital care got on the wrong track, from historical and economic perspectives. It then offers suggestions for minimising the risks of a hospital stay and ways to improve your own experience. Good nutrition is the key - to boost your immune system, speed recovery from illness and reduce your need for drugs. And you'll learn how to become your own health-care advocate. The book provides tips for choosing the best hospitals, nursing care, doctors and surgeons. You'll be armed with the knowledge you need to demand the best treatment possible. By asserting control of health decisions, you can steer clear of unnecessary risks and, if hospital treatment is unavoidable, increase the chances of success. Take charge of your health care with HOSPITALS AND HEALTH.
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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 256 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 256 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
