Contemporary America (Contemporary States and Societies)
Assuming no prior knowledge, Contemporary America provides a lively but learned introduction to the politics, society, economy, culture, and international role of the US at the start of the 21st century. Introductory chapters set the scene in terms of history and natural and human resources and a concluding chapter assesses the prospects for the future.
Female Urology, Urogynecology, and Voiding Dysfunction
Heavily illustrated for clear navigation and understanding of anatomical sites, surgical techniques, and reconstructive procedures, this reference studies the surgical and nonsurgical evaluation and management of various disorders affecting female urinary and pelvic health-collecting valuable recommendations, guidelines, and best practices from over 100 skilled authorities for expert guidance in the treatment of urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and other dysfunctions.
St. Bartholomew's Hospital, London, UK. Laboratory reference for those carrying out immunoassays, whether for routine application or research. Describes principles and development of immunodiagnostic tests, the use of solid-phase supports for immunoassays, and more.
Per Frommer's usual convenient design, the inside flap of the front cover displays a color map of New England--so you can see the whole region at a glance--and the rest of the guidebook continues the pattern of thoughtful, practical, helpful travel information in a portable, accessible format.
Mental health research and care in the twenty first century faces a series of conceptual and ethical challenges arising from unprecedented advances in the neurosciences, combined with radical cultural and organisational change. The Textbook of Philosophy of Psychiatry is aimed at all those responding to these challenges, from professionals in health and social care, managers, lawyers and policy makers; service users, informal carers and others in the voluntary sector; through to philosophers, neuroscientists and clinical researchers.
