Melissa Abramovitz

While osteoporosis or porous bones may not be a concern for your students as it is an aging disease, there are still things they can do to ensure that the gradual bone loss that will occur in their lives can be staved off. Because it's a common condition, it will touch their lives through people the love. This book helps to explain what it is, what causes it, and preventative measures that can be done at any age to curb the effects of bone lose. Medical...

Author Melissa Abramovitz introduces readers Fibromyalgia, which is widespread muscle pain and tenderness. There are more than 3,000,000 cases of this condition per year in America. It has no specific causes and no known cure. Readers will learn about this disorder, and how it is diagnosed and treated. Alternative therapies and medical advances are also explained.

Leukemia, also known as A.L.L., is the most common cancer in children, adolescents, and young adults younger than 20 years old. It applies to several diseases of the blood-forming tissues, encountered in both sexes and at all ages. This book explains the different types of leukemia and what is currently known about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for each. With full-color photographs and illustrations, this book offers the latest...

The Internet connects computers across the world. You may have used it to surf the web or e-mail your friends. But how does it work? How can it send information around the globe? Read this book to find out!

"Hate Crimes in America covers the history of crimes motivated by prejudice, examples of such incidents in the headlines today, and the ways in which communities are responding to these vicious acts."--Publisher's website.

Did you know that horned lizards can shoot blood from their eyes? Discover other mind-blowing facts about animals!

COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, and it is the third leading cause of death in the United States. COPD is often under-diagnosed and under-treated. This book details how the disease impacts the patient, the caregivers, what treatment options are available, and what future holds for people afflicted with COPD.

Room for nine people? Space for a swimming pool? Make way for some seriously big cars!

Offers readers 12 ways to prevent disease, including staying active, eating healthy foods, and avoiding bad habits. Full-color spreads give readers essential facts about each method, its benefits, and how the reader can get started today.

Abuse of heroin and prescription opioids in the United States has developed into an epidemic. This title explores how heroin and prescription opioids affect the body, the laws and policies concerning these drugs, the ramifications of addiction, and the road to recovery. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of...