The Germ Survival Guide - Softcover

Bock, Kenneth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071400451 ISBN 13: 9780071400459

Publisher: McGraw-Hill, 2003

Synopsis

The ultimate guide to protection from everyday germs

From public toilets to pay phones, handshakes to hugs, burger joints to five-star restaurants, the possibility of germ-borne sickness lurks in every part of our world. More than ever, readers need professional guidance on how to protect themselves and their loved ones from infection. The Germ Survival Guide:

• Describes 80 common locales in which germ-borne diseases pose a threat
• Offers simple preventive measures, from removing hotel bedspreads to draining backyard birdbaths
• Tells readers how to recognize symptoms and get treatment
• Introduces readers to more than 100 types of bacteria, molds, and parasites
• Combines conventional medical techniques and natural measures to give readers a complete and effective health plan

About this title

About the Author

Kenneth Bock, MD, lead author graduated with honors from the University of Rochester and is board-certified in family medicine. He is founder and director of two medical centers in upstate New York, the Center for Progressive Medicine in Albany and the Rhinebeck Health Center. Dr. Bock is Vice President Pro Tem of the American College for the Advancement of Medicine, one of the largest professional organizations in the country promoting the practice of preventive medicine. He is interviewed frequently in the national media on the topic of immune system health and is the author of two books. Steven Bock, MD, has been practicing complementary and progressive medicine for over 20 years. He attended New York Medical College and received his M.D. in 1971 and was Board Certified in Family Practice in 1977. A Founder and Co-Director of the Rhinebeck Health Center in Rhinebeck, NY and The Center for Progressive Medicine in Albany, NY. Dr. Bock, is certified in Medical Acupuncture, and is an instructor at Albany Medical College. Dr. Bock has appeared on local and national media including the ABC news show, 20/20 and various other radio and TV programs. Nancy Faass, MSW, MPHP, is a writer and editor in San Francisco. She has worked as a science editor at the University of California, San Francisco, and in scholarly publishing. She is has developed and edited two books and is the author of a forthcoming book on immunity to be published by New World Library.

From the Back Cover

Protect yourself and your loved ones from harmful germs with the help of "The Germ Survival Guide"

Learn how to minimize your exposure to debilitating and often life-threatening microbes by taking practical, preventive measures. Through this helpful guide, you'll discover ways to boost your immune system and protect yourself from super germs, reduce everyday exposure to germs, use antibiotics and vaccines wisely, and much more." "Written by acclaimed doctors in the fields of progressive medicine, "The Germ Survival Guide": Identifies common locales in which germ-borne diseases pose a threat Offers simple measures to avoid contamination, including removing hotel bedspreads and draining backyard birdbaths Explains when you can treat yourself and when you need to call a doctor Introduces more than 100 types of bacteria, molds, and parasites Identifies nutrients and herbs that are effective against cold and flu viruses Provides germ-prevention strategies, such as replacing your kitchen sponges often--one sponge can harbor more than 100,000 bacteria

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0071400451
• ISBN 13: 9780071400459
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 352