HEALTH

London: Thorsons. nd.. "Describes in simple terms the Modern Methods of the Art of Massage and illustrates how this science can be used in cases of Lumbago and numerous other ailments". Pp 71, top edge near to top of spine looks chewed, spotting to closed page edges. P/b. G. . more information

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London: Martin Dunitz, 1981.. "The message is that diabetics can take control of their own diabetes and lead rewarding lives through proper diet and exercise." Pp, 157. Lots of b/w. and col. illustrations. P/b. illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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London: Mosby. 1995.. "Will provide you with a comprehensive reference tool to meet your needs in the changing world of health care". Pp 778. Name to fep. P/b. Owners name to closed fore-edge. G+. . more information

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Health Issues, nd.. Quick reference guide to the most popular ingredients you will find in nutritional supplements. Pp.121, colour illustrations throughout. Pbk. VG. . more information

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Bristol: Parragon Book Service. 1993.. "More than 3000 drugs prescribed by your doctor or available over the counter". Pp. Unpaginated. P/b. 13.5 cms x 9.5 cms x 4.5 cms. Creased spine. G+. . more information

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London: Victor Gollancz, 1931.. Proof copy. Contents include: The Physiological Actions of Alcohol; Alcohol as Poison; Alcohol and the Body's Resistance to Disease; Mental Effects of Alcohol; Alcohol and Mental Disorder; The Changes in the Body Caused by Alcohol; Alcohol in the Practice of Medicine; The Racial Effects of Alcohol, proof-editing annotations and marginal notations. Cream card covers slightly rubbed. G+. . more information

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London: J.A.Churchill, 1931.. 2nd edition. Translated by Mina L.Dobbie. "Massage is 'manipulation of the soft tissues for therapeutic purposes by movable pressure in the form of stroking, rubbing, squeezing, kneading, as well as beating or striking.' Medical gymnastics is treatment of a patient by exercise of the organs constituting the motor apparatus." Pp.12/260/16(ads), 131 b/w photo illustrations, original publishers advertising bookmark on red ribbon loosely inserted. Blue cloth, gilt title to spine, slghtly rubbed. G+. . more information

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1993.. Contents Include:- The context for Rationing: The Myth of Infinite demand: Rationing - Implicit, Explicit or Merely Complicit: Availability of Information: Rationing and Health Gain: Rationing and Older People: Public Participation in Decisions About Health Care: The Role of the Public in Health Care Rationing. Pp 62. P/b. Illustrated cover. VG. . more information

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London: Faber & Faber, 1961.. 6th imp. "Visual re-education, rather than mechanical aid in the form of glasses, is the theory upon which this book is based." Pp. 159, 1 diagram, practice chart removed from rear. Black cloth, gilt title to spine, d/w has small edge tears. G+/G+. . more information

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Harmondsworth, England: Penguin, 1991.. "Alphabetically arranged; entries systematically define the problem, illness or disease; list symptoms; explain causes; recommend action by parents; describe treatment and comment on outlook; extensive cross referencing; covers problems of pregnancy, the new-born, childhood, puberty and adolescence." Pp.287, b/w illustrations throughout. P/b with illustrated cover. VG. . more information

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London: BBC Drugwatch and SCODA, 1986.. Rep. "This first-ever National Directory of Drug Services has been produced by the BBC Drugwatch programme in conjunction with the Standing Conference on Drug Abuse and lists every agency in the UK providing help, advice and treatment for users of drugs of all kinds. Foreword by Princess Diana". Pp.155. P/b, G+. . more information

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London: Longmans, Green & Co, 1957.. 1st British ed. "This book is written for young men and women who are facing problems concerned with sexual behaviour before marriage." Pp.143. Laminated card covers. VG. . more information

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Peachtree City: FC & A Publishing. 1993.. 1st ed. "The answer book full of today's best healing tips and techniques". Pp 427. P/b. G+. . more information

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Glasgow: Collins. 1978.. 1st ed. "Presents simple clear advice grouped in three main sections: Being Prepared - including Equipment and the Help Routine. Routines for Giving Assistance - including Bleeding and Unconsciousness. Special Circumstances - including everything from Road Accidents to Emergency Childbirth". Pp 126, some b/w illustrations. P/b, sunning to spine, illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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Wellingborough: Thorsons, 1976. 0722502354. 2nd impression. "Explains the many uses of a herb rich in minerals and vitamins and provides notes on cultivation, with a selection of comfrey recipes. The book also features borage, another excellent herb in the same Boraginaceae family of plants." Pp.63, toning to pages. Pbk. G+. . more information

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London: Consumers' Association. 1989.. "A guide to the long-term health implications of diet - and to improving your eating habits for life". Pp 176 + questionnaire. P/b. Illustrated cover. VG. . more information

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Harmondsworth: Penguin. 1958.. 1st ed. "Explains the worldwide problems of food, population, disease, and physical and social welfare". Pp 405. Pages toned. P/b. Crease to bottom corner front cover. G. . more information

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London: Arcturus. 1999.. "Provides answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about health. A list of illness and diseases listed in alphabetical order". Pp 191. P/b. Illustrated cover. VG. . more information

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Northhants: Thorsons Pub, 1984.. 1st ed. "A lifelong naturalist describes a wide range of tea-making herbs and gives instructions for their preparation and use." Pp. 96, pages toned. P/b. G+. . more information

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Wellingborough, England: Thorsons Publishers, 1985.. 2nd imp. "Part of 'Nature's Way Series'. A lifelong naturalist describes a wide range of tea-making herbs and gives instructions for their preparation and use. Pp.96,with b/w illustrations, toning to pages. P/b with illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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London: Leslie Frewin Pub Ltd, 1974.. Rep. "How to be both Husband and Lover. The techniques that every husband should know to please his wife." Pp. 144, pages toned, some b/w illustrations in book. P/b. scuffed and creased spine. G+. . more information

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London: Corgi Books. 1967.. "Offers unprejudiced advice to those who find themselves living in a world increasingly aware of sexual emancipation". Pp 156. Pages toned. P/b. Spine scuffed. Illustrated cover. G. . more information

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Carlsbad, CA, USA: Hay House, 2000.. "This book will teach you how to: Stop prostate trouble in its tracks; understand what causes cancer; reverse the cancer-causing effects; cleanse and strengthen vital organs; enhance your sex life; virtually eliminate your chance for disease." Pp.323. P/b with illustrated cover. VG. . more information

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Wellingborough: Thorsons Publishers Ltd., 1978.. Rep. "Important advice from a naturopathic practitioner on dealing with prostate troubles without recourse to surgery." 18.4cms. x 11.2cms. Pp. 64, pages toned. Laminated boards. G. . more information

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Family Doctors Publications, 1999.. "Not designed as a substitute for personal medical advice but as a supplement to that advice for the patient who wishes to understand more about his/her condition." Pp. 72. Many col. illustrations. P/b. Illustrated cover. VG. . more information

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London: Dorling Kindersley. 2001.. 1st ed. "Looks at the latest research into phytochemicals and tells the facts behind the headlines and claims". Pp 128, many colour illustrations. P/b, illustrated cover. VG. . more information

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U.S.A: United Research Pub, 1992.. Rep. Pp.178. P/b. VG. . more information

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Delhi: Hind Pocket Books, 1993.. 4th ed. "This handbook provides a general survey of the theory and practice of Ayurveda. Meant for the householder, the emphasis is on home treatment for general complaints both common and chronic." Pp.200 with b/w illustrations. P/b with illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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New York: Beaufort Books, 1985.. 1st ed. "Herbal teas are here to stay. Refreshing, fragrant and healthful, they have become increasingly popular in recent years. In this informative and delightful book Jill Davies shows how to develop an awareness and an intuitive understanding of herbs and their uses." Pp. 144, pages slightly toned. P/b, 24.5cms x 19cms. G+. . more information

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London: SPCK, 1979.. "Attitudes to cancer...details of the disease and the many forms it can take, and how the diagnosis is made...treatment available...care of the patient at home and in hospital." Pp.120, fep absent. P/b. G+. . more information

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London: Pan Books. 1977.. "How to cope with back pain and how it can be avoided". Pp 93, toning to pages, name to fep. P/b, slight creasing to spine and covers. G+. . more information

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London: Her Majesty's Stationery Office. 1973.. "To help us all to a greater personal awareness to the problems arising in the care of the dying patient and the support of his family". Pp 97. P/b. G+. . more information

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London: CMF Publications, 1971.. Supplement with 'In the Service of Medicine No 67' . Being a revision of a Paper given at the Annual Conference of the Christian Medical Fellowship, Bournemouth, May 1971. Pp.14. P/b. G. . more information

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London: Arlington Books, 1982.. "The book explains a range of allergic reactions including those to pollen, animals, dust and moulds, and food...as well as medical treatment and drugs available over the counter." Pp.70. P/b; 2 punched holes to front cover. G+. . more information

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Harmondsworth: Penguin. 1969.. 1st ed. "A study of the medical and social problems of old age......makes practical and sensible suggestions for engaging the old in family life and conversation". Pp 141. Pages toned. Name to verso front cover. P/b. Spine scuffed. G. . more information

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London: BBC Publications, 1986.. 1st ed. "This book accompanies the BBC Television series 'Save a Life'. It has been written for those tutors involved in teaching emergency resuscitation ... with soundly based medical information." Pp.160 with explanatory b/w diagrams throughout; some top corners clipped for ease of reference. Owner's label to inside front cover. P/b with illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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London: George Allen & Unwin Ltd, 1973.. 1st ed. Published for Age Concern. "My motive in writing this book has been to share with older people my hopefulness about ageing". Pp. 134. Signed by author . Ex libris ink stamp to fep. P/b. Portrait cover. G+. . more information

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London: Hammond, Hammond & Co. Ltd., 1951.. 1st ed, "This book is rather a diary about happiness, a chronicle of thoughts and impressions which have arisen from daily contact with unhappy people, over many years." Pp. 256. Beige cloth, sligh rubbing to top and bottom edges of spine. G+. . more information

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London: Hutchinson Educational, 1973.. "A radical approach to a most controversial subject...this is about human beings; young people whose desires, feelings and emotions are treated with an uncondescending sympathy...lucid detail...mature understanding" Times Educational Supplement. Pp.10/64 with b/w illustrations. P/b with illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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Oxford: Lion Publishing. 1990.. 1st ed. "Writes to reassure those experiencing renal failure for the first time: this does not necessarily mean the end of an active and interesting life. Provides the hard fact information needed to make the necessary changes in habits and lifestyles". Pp 144, slight toning to page edges. P/b. Illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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Medical Action Communications. 1994.. "Written by GPs, for GPs, this book is packed with positive help and sensible advice based on the real experiences of colleagues". Pp 102, some b/w illustrations. P/b. Illustrated cover. VG. . more information

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Harmondsworth: Penguin. 1957.. "A programme of exercise for the abdominal muscles which will enable them to function". Pp 125, toning to pages. P/b, small tear to base of spine, some b/w illustrations. P/b, small tear to base of spine, illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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London: Rider & Co., 1978.. 1st ed. In two parts, the first is a collection of 79 articles, and the second is a unique directory of aids and services available to the prospective patient. Pp. 251. Brown cloth, gilt title to spine, d/w. VG/VG. . more information

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Wellingborough: Thorsons Publishers. 1979.. "Explains all about vitamins and the role they play in our lives, also gives important advice on planning a diet and lifestyle that ensures an adequate intake of these substances so vital to our well-being". Pp 96. Page edges toned. Some b/w illustrations. P/b. Illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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London: Hutchinson, 1982.. Rep. "For more than ten years Celia Hunter has been helping women to look their best. Now she has put everything she knows into this book, giving sympathetic and realistic advice to enable all women really to make the most of their looks." Pp. 141, b/w/illustrations throughout book. P/b, minor creasing to back cover, 24cms x 18.5cms. G+. . more information

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San Francisco: Lifeline Press. 1987.. "Draws the reader into an unfolding family drama while the introductions and clinical notes to the story explain the complex processes that led toward the family's deterioration and illness, and the therapeutic interventions". Pp 94. P/b. Scuff to front cover. G+. . more information

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London: Unwin Paperbacks, 1989. 0041490568. A Concise Version of the Classic Introduction to Yoga. "introduces 57 key asanas and provides a brief summary of pranayama. The book is illusrated throughout with photographs positioned in the relevant part of the text." Pp.14/240, 150 b/w photo figure illustrations. Pbk. VG. . more information

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London: Pan Books. 1983.. "Offers a new theory on the treatment and prevention of a wide range of diseases and nagging complaints". Pp 184. Page edges toned. P/b. Spine and cover slightly scuffed. Illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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New York: Vantage Press, Inc., 1993.. 1st ed. "Whether you are currently in poor health or are seeking to maintain a basically fit existence, you will find much food for thought in A Doctor's Search for Health". Pp. 11/51, inscribed "Victor, with love from Hector" to fep. Black cloth, d/w has clear protective wrap affixed which has wrinkles. VG/G. . more information

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London: Hamlyn Publishing Group, 1973.. "How yoga can have a daily relevance, just a few minutes spent doing simple exercises, can improve our attitudes to, work and leisure." Pp, 128, many illustrations, ink stamp to fep. P/b, ex. lib. illustrated cover. G+. . more information

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