and makes all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PAsthma is a lung disease that can be life threatening. It is a chronic, or long-term, disease that causes breathing problems. The airways in the lungs get blocked, causing the lungs to get less air than normal. Symptoms of an asthma attack can be difficulty with breathing, a tight feeling in the chest, coughing and wheezing. Asthma can develop quickly and it can range from being a mild discomfort to a life-threatening attack if breathing stops completely. Asthma problems are often separated by symptom-free periods. When asthma causes breathing problems, the breathing problems are called asthma attacks or episodes of asthma. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Contents include clinical and medical Information, with information on risk groups, signs, symptoms, testing, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and clinical trials. PIn addition, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents  thousands of pages with extensive material from the CDC and NIH on hundreds of diseases and health t@F€  (less)

all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PPeople with thalassemia have an inherited blood disorder that causes mild or severe anemia. The anemia is due to reduced hemoglobin and fewer red blood cells than normal. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to all parts of the body. In people with Thalassemia, the genes that code for hemoglobin are missing or variant (different than the normal genes). Severe forms of thalassemia are usually diagnosed in early childhood and are lifelong conditions. The two main types of thalassemia, alpha and beta, are named for the two protein chains that make up normal hemoglobin. The genes for each type of thalassemia are passed from parents to their children. There are mild and severe forms of the disease, the latter often called Cooley's anemia. Cooley's anemia is the most common severe form of thalassemia. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). Contents include clinical and medical Information, with information on risk groups, signs, symptoms, testing, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical trials. PIn addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents, with exte@F€  (less)

and makes all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also called Lou Gehrig's disease, is a progressive, fatal neurological disease affecting as many as 20,000 Americans with 5,000 new cases occurring in the United States each year. The disorder belongs to a class of disorders known as motor neuron diseases. ALS occurs when specific nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that control voluntary movement gradually degenerate. The loss of these motor neurons causes the muscles under their control to weaken and waste away, leading to paralysis. ALS manifests itself in different ways, depending on which muscles weaken first. Symptoms may include tripping and falling, loss of motor control in hands and arms, difficulty speaking, swallowing and/or breathing, persistent fatigue, and twitching and cramping, sometimes quite severely. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Contents include clinical and medical Information, with information on risk groups, signs, symptoms, testing, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical trials. PIn addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health do@F€  (less)

the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PBells palsy is a form of facial paralysis resulting from damage to the 7th (facial) cranial nerve. This nerve disorder afflicts approximately 40,000 Americans each year. It can strike almost anyone at any age; however, it disproportionately attacks pregnant women and people who have diabetes, influenza, a cold, or some other upper respiratory ailment. In addition to one-sided facial paralysis with possible inability to close the eye, symptoms of Bells palsy may include pain, tearing, drooling, hypersensitivity to sound in the affected ear, and impairment of taste. The common cold sore virus, herpes simplex, and other herpes viruses are the likely cause of many cases of Bells palsy. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Contents include clinical and medical Information, with information on risk groups, signs, symptoms, testing, diagnosis, and treatment. PIn addition, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents  thousands of pages with extensive material from the CDC and NIH on hundreds of diseases and health topics from A to Z, along with FDA drug and medical publications, government consumer healthcare tips, disease prevention progra@F€  (less)

the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PBehcets disease is a rare, chronic inflammatory disorder. The cause of Behcets disease is unknown, although there have been reports of a virus found in some individuals with the disease. Behcets disease generally begins when individuals are in their 20s or 30s, although it can happen at any age. Symptoms of Behcets disease include recurrent ulcers in the mouth (resembling canker sores) and on the genitals, and eye inflammation. Behcets is a multi-system disease; it may involve all organs and affect the central nervous system, causing memory loss and impaired speech, balance, and movement. The effects of the disease may include blindness, stroke, swelling of the spinal cord, and intestinal complications. The disease is common in Japan, Turkey and Israel, and less common in the United States. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), National Eye Institute (NEI), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Contents include clinical and medical Information, with information on risk groups, signs, symptoms, testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. PIn addition, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents  thousands of pages with extensive material from the CDC and NIH on hundreds of diseases and health top@F€  (less)

role of vaccines in causing autism. This CD-ROM uses next-generation search technology that allows complete indexing and makes all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PAutism is not a disease, but a developmental disorder of brain function. People with classical autism show three types of symptoms: impaired social interaction, problems with verbal and nonverbal communication, and unusual or severely limited activities and interests. Symptoms of autism usually appear during the first three years of childhood and continue throughout life. Although there is no cure, appropriate early educational intervention may improve social development and reduce undesirable behaviors. People with autism have a normal life expectancy. The most severe cases are marked by extremely repetitive, unusual, self-injurious, and aggressive behavior. This behavior may persist over time and prove very difficult to change, posing a tremendous challenge to those who must live with, treat, and teach these individuals. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Education Department (ED), and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Contents include clinical and medical Information, with information on risk groups, signs,@F€  (less)

all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Contents include: P* Outbreaks of avian influenza (bird flu) BR* Clinical and Medical Information for Influenza  Risk Groups, Symptoms, Testing, Treatment, Prevention BR* Vaccination and Antiviral Drugs BR* Risk of a catastrophic pandemic BR* Clinical Trials PIn addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents, with extensive material from the CDC, FDA, and NIH on hundreds of diseases. Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive Guide to Leading Medical Websites with updated links to 73 of the best sites for medical information! By using weblinks on the CD-ROM, you can quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government. PThis CD-ROM has over 34,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software and Reader software is included. Advanced search and indexing features are built into our reproduction, providing a complete full-text index. This enables the user to @F€  (less)

files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PACNE - Acne is a disorder resulting from the action of hormones on the skin's oil glands (sebaceous glands), which leads to plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions commonly called pimples or zits. Acne lesions usually occur on the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders. Nearly 17 million people in the United States have acne, making it the most common skin disease. Although acne is not a serious health threat, severe acne can lead to disfiguring, permanent scarring, which can be upsetting to people who are affected by the disorder. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). Contents include clinical and medical Information, with information on risk groups, signs, symptoms, testing, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and clinical trials. PIn addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents, with extensive material from the CDC, FDA, and NIH on hundreds of diseases. Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive Guide to Leading Medical Websites with updated links to 73 @F€  (less)

America. This CD-ROM uses next-generation search technology that allows complete indexing and makes all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PWEST NILE VIRUS: West Nile virus belongs to a group of disease-causing viruses known as flaviviruses, which are spread by insects, usually mosquitoes. West Nile virus was first isolated in Uganda in 1937. Today it is most commonly found in Africa, West Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. In 1999, it emerged in the Western Hemisphere for the first time in the New York City area. Most human West Nile virus infections are mild, causing fever, headache, and body aches, often accompanied by a skin rash and swollen lymph glands. If the virus crosses the blood-brain barrier, however, it can cause life-threatening encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) or meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord). PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Department of Defense, and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Contents include: P* Clinical and Medical Information  Risk Groups, Symptoms, Testing, Treatment, Prevention, Clinical Practice Guidelines BR* Maps of West Nile Virus Activity, including Human Cases and Birds BR* Mosquito Control, Av@F€  (less)

disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Contents include: P* Clinical and Medical Information  Risk Groups, Symptoms, Testing, Treatment, Prevention BR* Vaccination and Antiviral Drugs BR* Risk of a catastrophic pandemic BR* Outbreaks of avian influenza (bird flu) BR* Clinical Trials PIn addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents, with extensive material from the CDC, FDA, and NIH on hundreds of diseases. Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive Guide to Leading Medical Websites with updated links to 73 of the best sites for medical information! By using weblinks on the CD-ROM, you can quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government. PThis CD-ROM has over 34,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software and Reader software is included. Advanced search and indexing features are built into our reproduction, providing a complete full-text index. This enables the user to search all the files on the disk@F€  (less)

disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. PAbdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a ballooning out of the main blood vessel in the abdominal area, occurring mostly in men. A cerebral aneurysm is the dilation, bulging or ballooning out of part of the wall of a vein or artery in the brain. The disorder may result from congenital defects or from other conditions such as high blood pressure, atherosclerosis (the build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries), or head trauma. Cerebral aneurysms can occur at any age, although they are more common in adults than in children and are slightly more common in women than in men. PThis thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). Contents include clinical and medical Information, with information on risk groups, signs, symptoms, testing, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical trials. PIn addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents, with extensive material from the CDC, FDA, and NIH on hundreds of diseases. Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive Guide to Leading Medi@F€  (less)

allows complete indexing and makes all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. It includes indispensable information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), along with key excerpts of vital medical and clinical data from the just-released Federal Pandemic Influenza Plan. Topics covered include: 7 Why flu pandemics occur; animal reservoirs; distinguishing pandemic strains from seasonal influenza; viruses; H5N1 7 Vaccine priority group recommendations and rationale 7 Surveillance and diagnostic evaluation, CDC Case Screening 7 Assays, Avian Strains, Rapid Diagnostic Tests 7 Hospital Pandemic Influenza Triggers 7 Transmission modes: Droplet, Contact, airborne 7 Control of transmission in health care facilities 7 Infection Control, management of infectious patients 7 Personal Protective Equipment: hand hygiene 7 Patient Care: solid waste, linen, laundry, dishes, disinfection 7 Care in the home, Schools, Workplaces, Community 7 Clinical evaluation, case detection, clinical presentation 7 Control guidance for healthcare providers 7 Influenza complications: guidelines for management of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), Pneumonia severity index 7 Antivirals: Usage, treatment, prophylaxis 7 Social Distance; Quarantine experience with SARS outbreak 7 Homes and Facilities for Isolation and Quarantine 7 Travel-related Containment, Health Information for Travelers 7 Clinician Information on Antivirals (Tamiflu, others) 7 Inactivated and Live@Cy™™™™šÿ¾Úx  (less)