Women's Health: Prevention Is the Best Medicine

by George A. Bray (Editor), Donna H. Ryan (Editor)

Outstanding physicians and scientists from throughout the nation offer their insights into the role preventive medicine plays in reducing the risks of chronic diseases in women. Topics include discussions of the prevention of cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and osteoporosis. The effectiveness of screening methods such as mammograms, colorectal exams, and Pap tests are discussed. Other papers establish the value of hormone therapy, weight loss, and smoking cessation in promoting women's health.

302 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1996