Books on Medical > Gerontology

Pain in Older People
By Peter Crome , Frank Lally , Chris J Main [Paperback 2007]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 15-20 days Pain in later life is both quite common and disabling, and it differs significantly in terms of its aetiology, diagnosis and treatment from pain in the general adult population. Older people often have complicated co-morbidities, have a high prevalence of... more
101 Tips For Aging Well With Diabetes
By David B Kelley [Paperback 2001]
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In Stock. Ships Free to India in 1-2 days "Aging Well with Diabetes" is not only for those interested in aging well, but also those who may already be facing some of the effects of aging. It includes a section on what to expect during the aging process, suggested activities to maintain physical a "Aging Well with Diabetes" is... more
Other Editions: Paperback 2001
Geriatric Assessment
By Samuel C Durso [Paperback 2009]
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Out Of Stock Geriatric Assessment will provide clinicians with an ultra-concise outline and memory refresher on the essential points of geriatric assessment. The book's small trim size, brief number of pages, and lay-flat binding lets the clinician keep it easily at h... more
Geriatrix-Card: Vision & Geriatric Assessment
By A Arturo Rodriguez [Loose leaf 2004, 3rd Edition]
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Oxford Handbook of Nursing Older People
By Beverley Tabernacle , Marie Honey , Annette Jinks [Paperback 2009]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 15-20 days In the UK, over two-thirds of acute hospital beds are inhabited by people of an older age. The Oxford Handbook of Nursing Older People addresses the knowledge and skills needed by nurses working with older people. This book is an invaluable reference guide that supports nurses in everyday clinical decision-making,... more
Aging in America: A Wake-Up Call and Call to Action for Seniors and Those Who Love and Serve Them
By Linda L Schlenker [Paperback 2007]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 10-15 days "Aging in America" was written to assist seniors, their families, and the people who care for seniors. Information is critical when making choices about health care. Sometimes, the decision that needs to be made is whether to move into an assisted living... more
Inside Assisted Living: The Search for Home
By J Kevin Eckert , Paula C Carder , Leslie A Morgan [Paperback 2009]
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Other Editions: Hardcover 2009
Eldercare: A Clinical Primer for Volunteers
By George H Weber [Paperback 2000]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 3-4-WEEKS The plight of the elderly is a growing concern throughout Western society. In Dr. George H. Weber's new release Eldercare: A Clinical Primer for Volunteers, aspects of caregiving and volunteering with the elderly are discussed in a compassionate and pract... more
Natural Hormone Balance for Women
By Uzzi Reiss , Martin Zucker , Jesse L Hanley [Ebook, Epub 2001]
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In Stock. Delivers in 60 seconds! This is Dr. Reiss's breakthrough, step-by-step program for women who want to take control of their lives by restoring hormonal balance. This revolutionary, common sense natural hormone replacement program is designed to meet the individual needs of most women looking to rejuvenate body and mind--and offers astounding benefits for women... more
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Guia Para El Cuidado de Nuestros Mayores: Como Planificar El Futuro de Sus Padres
By Stella Henry , Ann Convery [Paperback 2006]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 10-15 days En esta exhaustiva y practica guia, Stella Henry, experta en cuidados a largo plazo, ayuda a los lectores a dominar la abrumadora logistica y las fuertes emociones que provoca el tomar decisiones respecto al cuidado de nuestros mayores, ya sea un padre, u... more
The Quest for Immortality: Science at the Frontiers of Aging
By S Jay Olshansky , Bruce A Carnes [Paperback 2001]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 10-15 days For readers interested in longevity, the authors explain the real science of aging and show which treatments offer real hope and which are a waste of money and time.... more
Older Persons in Emergencies: An Active Ageing Perspective
By Who , World Health Organization [Paperback 2009]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 10-15 days The development of this report is a concrete WHO response to the 2002 United Nations Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA) which recommended greater recognition and enhancement of the positive contributions made by older persons during eme... more
A Death Prolonged
By Jeffrey Paul Gordon [Paperback 2009]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 10-15 days This novel attacks myths about end-of-life care that lead to unnecessary suffering and financial waste. By addressing this issue through fiction, Dr. Gordon takes his readers into a hospital to witness the perils of delaying the discussions about end-of-l This novel attacks myths about end-of-life care that lead to unnecessary... more
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Your Aging Parents: Arriving at Shared Solutions for Housing, Health and Relationships
By Maureen Osis , Judy Worrell [Paperback 2007]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 3-4-WEEKS Your concern about your parents is increasing as they age. You want to ensure their involvement in decision-making about their health and housing; and you want to maintain positive relationships with them. You wonder how to meet your obligations to aging... more
Falls
By Adam Darowski [Paperback 2008]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 15-20 days Falling over is something that we have all experienced. As we grow older, the deterioration in our balance, underlying illnesses or disabilities can result in more falls. Currently, one in eight patients in hospital are admitted due to a fall, and 50%... more
Choices: Making a Good Move to a Retirement Community
By Heather Young , Darrell Young , Rheba De Tornyay [Paperback 1995]
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Out Of Stock More and more older adults are seeking alternatives to their present living arrangements. Retirement communities and assisted living complexes are options that offer the privacy and support to help you, the older adult, remain independent for as long as p... more
Taking Charge of Your Health: A Guide to Getting the Best Health Care as You Age
By John R Burton , William J Hall [Paperback 2010]
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Aging with Grace: What the Nun Study Teaches Us about Leading Longer, Healthier, and More Meaningful Lives
By David Snowdon [Paperback 2001]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 7-12 days In 1986 Dr. David Snowdon, one of the world's leading experts on Alzheimer's disease, embarked on a revolutionary scientific study that would forever change the way we view aging--and ultimately living. Dubbed the "Nun Study" because it involves a unique population of 678 Catholic sisters, this remarkable long-term research project... more
A Caregivers Guide to Alzheimers Disease: 300 Tips for Making Life Easier
By Patricia R Callone , Connie Kudlacek , Barbara C Vasiloff [Paperback 2006]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 7-12 days Written for patients, their families, and caregivers, the practical information here will help readers understand what is physically happening to the brain so they can empower their own special skills and talents throughout the disease process.... more
You and Your Ageing Parents: How to Balance Your Needs and Theirs
By Claire Gillman [Paperback 2005]
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Available. Ships Free to India in 10-15 days A self-help book for people who have elderly parents whose memories, minds, and physical abilities are not what they used to be. It offers strategies for dealing sensitively with your loved ones, advice on how to make their lives more pleasurable and fulf... more