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Pandemics

Robert Green (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793613

What is a pandemic? What diseases are likely to cause a pandemic? How can the spread of a disease be stopped? Find out about how a disease reaches pandemic proportions and start thinking about what people can do to stop the spread of deadly diseases.

Overpopulation

Robert Green (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793590

How many people is too many? What happens when too many people are crowded into too little space? What can be done to control the world's population? Read this book to learn more about overpopulation and start thinking about what can and should be done to address this important issue.

Genetically Modified Foods

Vicky Franchino (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793620

Should scientists manipulate genes to create new varieties of food? Is genetically modified food safe to eat? How can we grow enough food to feed all the world's people? Read this book to find out more about genetically modified foods and what people around the world think about them.

Public Health Microbiologist

Tamra B. Orr (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602791886

Much of the battle against disease is fought by these scientists and their amazing equipment. This volume recounts the history as well as the current state of the art.

Food and Farming Then and Now

Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427194091

While today most food is bought from a grocery store, many years ago food was grown and harvested on the family farm. This informative title examines different types of foods eaten and how they were produced from the olden days to the present.

Steroids

Adam Schaefer (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794368

Examines the basic concepts of steroids through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Drugs

K.A. Francis (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794320

Examines the basic concepts of drug abuse through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Obesity

Toney Allman (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794344

Examines the basic concepts of obesity through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Junk Food

Stephen Currie (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794337

Examines the basic concepts of junk food through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Smoking

Heather Miller (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794351

Examines the basic concepts of smoking through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Bulimia

Gail B. Stewart (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794313

Examines the basic concepts of bulimia through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Anorexia

Gail B. Stewart (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794306

Examines the basic concepts of anorexia through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Forensic Psychologist

Ann Heinrichs (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602795501

Is the suspect a cold-blooded killer or suffering from a mental illness? This is the kind of tough question that a forensic psychologist must help answer. These specialists combine their knowledge of psychology and the law to come up with answers. Look inside to find out more about how forensic psychologists use their skills to serve the legal system.

Athletic Trainer

Pat Kummer (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794429

Introduces readers to the cool career of athletic training by giving a better understanding of this cool job.

Sports Medicine Doctor

Pat Kummer (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794412

Introduces readers to the cool career of sports medicine doctor by giving a better understanding of this cool job.

Nurse

Kevin Cunningham (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794382

Introduces readers to the cool career of nursing by giving a better understanding of this cool job.

Vaccines

Judy Alter (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793729

During the 20th century, smallpox was responsible for 500 million deaths, yet by the end of the century the disease was eradicated. How did this amazing accomplishment happen? How was the smallpox and other vaccines developed? This book explores role innovation has played in the development of these powerful disease fighters.

Emergency Care

Susan H. Gray (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793798

When a medical emergency occurs, seconds often make the difference between life and death. Every day, people are saved as the results of improvements in diagnosis and care. Read this book to explore the many advancements that have occurred in emergency care and the role innovation played in their development.

Disease Control

Susan H. Gray (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793774

There is a war raging that you may not be aware of, the fight to prevent the spread of diseases. Everyday health care professionals are focused on controlling the spread of disease. This book exposes students to the innovative tools and techniques healthcare professionals use to track, control, and combat the spread of dangerous diseases.

Artificial Limbs

Susan H. Gray (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793781

Everyday doctors perform artificial limb replacements that were unheard of only a few years ago. They continue to make advances that improve people's lives. Using artificial limbs as an example, this book challenges kids to think about innovation and how anything is possible.

Dental Hygienist

Barbara A. Somervill (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602799479

Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Dental Hygienist, including training and skills needed.

Surgical Technologist

Matt Mullins (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602799486

Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Surgical Technologist, including training and skills needed.

Bioengineer

Susan H. Gray (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781610800389

Bioengineers combine science and engineering to create solutions for many kinds of problems. Find out more about what it takes to succeed as a bioengineer.

Epidemiologist

Nel Yomtov (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781624310553

A guide to what an epidemiologist does and how to become one.

Tracking an Epidemic

Tamra B. Orr (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781624317965

The ability to use the scientific method is key to carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks. In this book, readers in real-world situations are tasked with following clues and using the scientific method to find out what happens during the spread of an epidemic. Informational text presents evidence and facts in the form of clues and side-bar details to help children develop critical thinking skills. A summary of the situation is included to show how each chapter contributes to the whole and for a solid understanding of the topic.