1. 2010 - 2011
Our animations explain various disease conditions and procedures

2. OUR HEALTH ANIMATION IN CD / DVD & ONLINE
CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE Pocket Reference – Cholesterol
A lipid found in the cell membranes of all tissues, Cholesterol
could be both good and bad. This animation explains
Atherosclerosis cholesterol, its metabolism and hypercholesterolaemia. It also
This animation details the formation of the plaque, the gives an outline of the types of cholesterol and how both good
complications that follow and its treatment including and bad lipoproteins – High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) and
angioplasty techniques and coping with the disease Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) – affect health. Diagnosis
and life style modification are also dealt with.
D. J. Betteridge MD, FRCP, is a professor of
Endocrinology and Metabolism at University ISBN: 978-981-4206-42-3 US$ 65.00
College London, and Honorary Consultant
Physician at University College London Hospitals NHS Trust.
Pocket Reference – Complications
He is a Corresponding Fellow for the Council on Arteriosclerosis of Hypertension
of the American Heart Association. This presentation focuses on the complications arising
due to increased blood pressure, discussing its definition,
ISBN: 978-981-4206-09-1 US$ 99.00
blood pressure measurement and diagnosis. It also explains
how blood pressure can be controlled through lifestyle
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) modifications. ISBN: 978-981-4206-14-3 US$ 65.00
This presentation provides information on the surgical
procedure CABG, a method used to treat angina and reduce
Pocket Reference – Regulation of BP
the risk of coronary artery disease. Post-surgical procedures,
This presentation provides an insight into the factors regulating
alternative methods of CABG and guidelines to manage
blood pressure, blood pressure measurement, types of changes
angina are also dealt with.
in BP, and arising complications. This presentation also
ISBN: 978-981-4206-15-6 US$ 99.00 includes a note on lifestyle modifications that help maintain
normal BP.
Dyslipidemia ISBN: 978-981-4206-32-7 US$ 65.00
Elevation of plasma cholesterol and triglycerides or a low
HDL level contribute to the development of atherosclerosis, Stable Angina
a leading cardiovascular risk. This animation explains This animation on stable angina describes the heart, coronary
dyslipidemia, its causes, complications and explores arteries, types of angina, followed by a graphic elucidation
appropriate lifestyle changes and treatment options. of atherosclerosis, and angina. The risk factors, diagnostic
procedures, treatment options, including
Lars A. Carlson, MD, FRCP, is Emeritus medications and surgery are also explained.
Research Professor at Karolinska Institutet and
Director of the Lipid and Hypertension Clinic at Sophiahemmet, Henry Purcell, MB, PhD, is a senior
Stockholm. He has been the President of the European Society Fellow in Cardiology and Director of the
Cardiovascular Pathology of Obesity Research Group at Royal
for Clinical Investigation and European Atherosclerosis Society.
Brompton Hospital, London.
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Hypertension DERMATOLOGY
A leading risk factor for cardiovascular complications,
stroke, and kidney failure. This animation focuses on Acne
the heterogeneous disorder, its definition, measurement, Acne, a common skin condition among adolescents and in
pathophysiology, risk factors, complications and medication. some adults, is primarily caused by congestion of skin pores
It also explains how hypertension can be controlled through and usually occurs on the face and neck. The factors that
lifestyle changes and medication. influence the occurrence of acne, types of acne, treatment and
preventive measures are offered in this presentation.
Gregory Y.H. Lip, MD, MRCP, is Professor
of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Birmingham ISBN: 978-981-4206-64-4 US$ 99.00
and Consultant Cardiologist and Director of the Haemostasis
Thrombosis and Vascular Biology Unit in the University Pocket Reference – Dandruff
Department of Medicine at City Hospital, Birmingham, UK Dandruff, a non-contagious scalp disorder, results from
increased shedding of dead cells. This presentation describes
ISBN: 978-981-4206-20-2 US$ 99.00 the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for dandruff,
with helpful information on prevention and management of
Myocardial Infarction the condition.
This animation gives a detailed description of anatomy of heart, ISBN: 978-981-4206-69-3 US$ 65.00
the disease conditions – atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction
– its symptoms, first aid, and diagnosis including coronary Psoriasis
angiography and blood tests. This CD also deals briefly This animation focuses on psoriasis, describing the skin
on treatment, action of drugs, complications and self-care anatomy and pathophysiology of the disease. It also discusses
in detail the types of psoriasis, treatment options and self-care.
ISBN: 978-981-4206-25-3 US$ 99.00
Noah S. Scheinfeld, MD, Director of Ethnic
Skin Care, is Assistant Clinical Professor of
Percutaneous Transluminal Dermatology at Columbia University. He is
Coronary Angioplasty currently an alternate on the Investigation
This presentation is a study of the coronary arteries and Review Board at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital in New York.
conditions leading to atherosclerosis, its complications, His specialisation and clinical interests include Cosmetic
diagnosis and describes the corrective procedure Angioplasty Dermatology, Infectious Diseases, Skin Cancer and Paediatric
– its advantages, post procedural recovery and self help Dermatology.
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3. The Role of DPP- IV Inhibitors in the
ENDOCRINOLOGY Management of Type 2 Diabetes
This presentation is a visual account of type 2 diabetes and the
Diabetic Neuropathy beneficial use of DPP – IV inhibitors in taking control of the
One of the common complications of diabetes, is damaged body’s natural metabolism
to the nerves by the progressive loss of nerve fibres, leading
to symptoms such as sensations of pain. This animation Anthony H. Barnett, MD, FRCP, is a
elucidates the occurrence of diabetic neuropathy, associated Professor of Medicine at the University of
complications, types of diabetic neuropathy and various Birmingham, running one of the biggest
treatment options. Diabetes Units in the United Kingdom. He is the consultant
Physician and Clinical Director of Diabetes and Endocrinology
Solomon Tesfaye, MD, FRCP, is the at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital since 1983.
Honorary Professor of Diabetic Medicine at ISBN: 978-981-4206-17-2 US$ 99.00
the University of Sheffield and a Consultant Physician.
Type 2 Diabetes
ISBN: 978-981-4206-16-4 US$ 99.00 This animation provides an understating of type 2 diabetes,
highlighting the causes, symptoms, associated risk factors,
Diabetic Retinopathy – Physician’s Reference complications, diagnosis, treatment options and self-help
This presentation discusses, the epidemiology, phases of guidelines.
disease development, risk factors, diagnostic tests, treatments
and preventive guidelines for diabetic retinopathy. Anthony H. Barnett, MD, FRCP, is a
Professor of Medicine at the University of
Birmingham, running one of the biggest
Zachary T. Bloomgarden, MD, conducts Diabetes Units in the United Kingdom. He is
weekly diabetes clinic conferences and the consultant Physician and Clinical Director of Diabetes and
participates in teaching rounds in the Endocrinology at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital since 1983.
Department of Paediatrics at Medicine ISBN: 978-981-4206-35-0 US$ 99.00
at Mount Sinal. He is a member of the board of American
Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. GASTROENTEROLOGY
ISBN: 978-981-4206-70-9 US$ 99.00
Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD)
Insulin Resistance An acute or chronic inflammation of the liver, is caused by
This animation on insulin resistance focuses on illustrating, excessive intake of alcohol. This presentation discusses the
three stages of liver damage, the symptoms, complications,
in detail, the regulation of glucose and the role of insulin. laboratory tests and management of ALD
It provides information on causes, symptoms, diagnosis,
complications, treatment and self-help for disease management M. Mazen Jamal, MD, MPH, practices Gastroenterology and
with emphasis on diet and exercise. Internal Medicine in Irvine and Orange, California. He is on
the speakers bureau of AstraZeneca, Janssen Pharmaceutica
Anthony H. Barnett, MD, FRCP, is a Products, L. P & Schering-Plough.
Professor of Medicine at the University of ISBN: 978-981-4206-71-6 US$ 99.00
Birmingham, running one of the biggest Diabetes Units in the
United Kingdom. He is the consultant Physician and Clinical
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
or GERD
Director of Diabetes and Endocrinology at Birmingham This animation helps in understanding the various causes
Heartlands Hospital since 1983. for GORD, symptoms exhibited, diagnostic procedures and
ISBN: 978-981-4206-22-9 US$ 99.00 treatment options available. It includes a note
on possible complications due to GORD in
addition to self-care guidelines.
Metabolic Syndrome – Physician’s Reference
This animation describes metabolic syndrome and the J.J. Misiewicz, FRCP, is a Consultant
pharmaco therapeutic focus on multiple risk factor intervention Physician and Honorary Joint Director of
using combinations of antihypertensive, low dose aspirin, the Department of Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Central
statins and antihyperglycaemic agents for diabetes as also Middlesex Hospital, London.
targeting underlying insulin resistance. ISBN: 978-981-4206-19-9 US$ 99.00
Anthony H. Barnett, MD, FRCP, is a Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Professor of Medicine at the University of Birmingham, running A condition that causes inflammation of the intestines. The
one of the biggest Diabetes Units in the United Kingdom. He is two most common forms of IBD are ulcerative colitis and
the consultant Physician and Clinical Director of Diabetes and Crohn’s disease. This animation on IBD focuses on the causes,
Endocrinology at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital since 1983. symptoms, complications, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment
and self-help for the disease.
ISBN: 978-981-4206-61-X US$ 99.00
J.J. Misiewicz, FRCP, is a Consultant
Physician and Honorary Joint Director of
Pocket Reference – Diabetes the Department of Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Central
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder where the human body does Middlesex Hospital, London.
not produce adequate quantities, or utilise, the hormone insulin US$ 99.00
ISBN: 978-981-4206-21-0
required for the absorption of glucose. Diabetes mellitus is now
a common disease and its prevalence is increasing steadily. Irritable Bowel Syndrome
This animation describes glucose metabolism and deals Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic gastrointestinal
with the causes, symptoms, complications and treatments of illness with characteristic features of IBS are abdominal
diabetes. ISBN: 978-981-4206-45-8 US$ 65.00 discomfort, bloating and altered bowel function.
Mark Pimentel, MD, FRCPC, is the Director
Understanding Obesity of the Gastrointestinal Motility Program and
Overweight and Obesity are abnormal or excessive fat Laboratory at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
accumulation that present risk to health. This animation has and also serves as an Assistant Professor
useful information on obesity, and focuses on the causes, in Residence for the David Geffen School of Medicine at
measurements and risk factors of obesity. It also describes the the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Pimentel has
been awarded various investigator-driven grants related to
complications, treatment options and corrective measures gastrointestinal motility.
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4. Parkinson’s Disease
GYNAECOLOGY A chronic progressive and degenerative neurological disease
Menopause – Physician’s Reference that affects the neurons situated in the area of brain that
This presentation describes menopause, and helps understand controls movements. This presentation provides an insight into
the aetiology, symptoms and signs, and management of the the causes, classical symptoms, pathophysiology, diagnosis
conditions. and treatment for Parkinson’s disease.
Susan R. Davis, MBBS, FRACP, PhD, is Richard Davenport, DM, FRCP, is
the Professor of Women’s Health at Monash a consultant Neurologist at the Department of Clinical
University, and Director of the Monash Neurosciences, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, an
University National Health and Medical Research Council Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Edinburgh
Center of Clinical Research Excellence in Women’s Health, and is associated with the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
Victoria, Australia. Dr. Davenport runs weekly clinics in general neurology,
movement disorders and “first seizure” in Edinburgh.
ISBN: 978-981-4206-73-0 US$ 99.00
ISBN: 978-981-4206-66-0 US$ 99.00
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS is a disorder that affects women in their reproductive age
as a result of an imbalance in the hormones. This imbalance
in hormones disturbs the normal menstrual cycles, gradually Spasticity
leading to infertility. This presentation provides information This animation explains the aetiology of spasticity, its
on the factors that lead to PCOS, its diagnosis, treatment and pathophysiology, clinical assessment and various management
measures to manage the condition. options with a note on management of spasticity in children.
ISBN: 978-981-4206-82-2 US$ 99.00
ISBN: 978-981-4206-30-X US$ 99.00
NEUROLOGY
Pneumococcal Meningitis
A life-threatening infection that requires quick medical
Alzheimer’s Disease treatment. Pneumococcal meningitis is an inflammation
This animation on Alzheimer’s disease discusses the anatomy or infection of the meninges caused by Streptococcus
and function of the brain. It describes in detail the types, pneumoniae. This presentation describes the structure and
diagnostic procedures and treatment options available for function of meninges, the inflammatory disease
this disease. It also lists out the guidelines for patient-care, meningitis, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis
caretakers and for those who are coping with the disease. and treatment.
ISBN: 978-981-4206-36-9 US$ 99.00
Robert C. Read, MBChB, BMedSci, MRCP. MD. FRCP,
Epilepsy is a Professor of Infectious Diseases, University of Sheffield
This animation focuses on epilepsy and provides a detailed Medical School, UK, and the Honorary Consultant Physician
description of brain seizures, their causes, diagnosis and for Sheffield University Hospitals
treatment including surgery and counselling, as also ISBN: 978-981-4206-38-5 US$ 99.00
information about first aid and self-care.
Gregory L. Holmes, MD, Section Chief of
Neurology at Dartmouth Medical School Stroke
in Hanover, New Hampshire, and President of the American Stroke is a medical emergency that happens when a blood clot
Epilepsy Society, is widely published a researcher focusing blocks an artery, or a blood vessel ruptures, interrupting blood
on the delineation, effects, and treatment of paediatric/ flow to an area of the brain. This animation discusses the types
developmental epilepsy. of stroke, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, medications,
ISBN: 978-981-4206-57-1 US$ 99.00 surgery and endovascular treatment. Recovery
rehabilitation and self-care are also explained.
William Whitely, BM, BCh, MRCP, is Specialist Registrar in
Migraine
Medical Neurology Division of Clinical Neurosciences in the
This animation helps to understand the, types, phases and
University of Edinburgh at Western General Hospital.
associated symptoms of migraine, with the focus on core
biochemical events that lead to onset of headache. ISBN: 978-981-4206-02-4 US$ 99.00
Stephen D. Silberstein, MD, FACP, is a
Professor of Neurology at Jefferson Medical
College, Thomas Jefferson University, ONCOLOGY
Pennsylvania. He is also the Director of Jefferson Headache
Center and the President of American Headache Society.
ISBN: 978-981-4206-24-5 US$ 99.00 Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer is the second largest cause of cancer related
death in women. This presentation describes the anatomy and
Neuropathic Pain functioning of the breast, development of cancer, its various
This animation provides information about nociceptors – the stages, types of breast cancer, symptoms, spread of cancer,
nerves that respond to injury or damage to tissues, different diagnosis, treatment and self-help.
types of neuropathic pain, causes, symptoms
and treatment – medication and invasive. J. Michael Dixon, MD, is a Consultant
Surgeon and Senior Lecturer in Surgery at Edinburgh Breast
Mark S. Wallace, MD, is a Professor of Unit. He is a fellow member of the Royal College of Surgeons of
Anaesthesiology at the University of California, both Edinburgh and England, Panel member of the UK National
San Diego. Breast Cancer Coalition.
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5. Prostate Cancer Osteoporosis
This presentation describes the anatomy of the prostate gland, This animation gives an insight into the anatomy of bone and
the symptoms, causes, risk factors, staging and prognosis, the common bone weakening disease, associated with ageing,
diagnosis and evaluation of prostate cancer, treatment options Osteoporosis -its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and
available, as well as recent advances. self- care.
Gerald L. Andriole Jr. MD, is the Professor ISBN: 978-981-4206-27-X US$ 99.00
and Chief of Urologic Surgery at the
Washington University School of Medicine, Barnes-Jewish Psoriatic Arthritis
Hospital and Siteman Cancer Center. Dr. Andriole specialises in This animation focuses on the various types of psoriatic
urologic oncology, prostate cancer and urologic surgery, while arthritis (PsA), the epidemiology, clinical diagnosis,
his areas of clinical interests include BPH, prostatectomy, PSA immunopathogenesis of PsA, traditional systemic therapies
and prostate biopsy. and biologic agents for PsA, and other potential
ISBN: 978-981-4206-74-7 US$ 99.00 treatments.
OPHTHALMOLOGY Philip Mease, MD, is a Clinical Professor
at the University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle,
Glaucoma Washington and the Chief of Rheumatology Clinical Research
A group of eye diseases occurs due to build up of intraocular at the Swedish Medical Center.
pressure. This animation describes the optical systems and ISBN: 978-981-4206-72-3 US$ 99.00
the various causes that lead to glaucoma,
highlighting the diagnostic and treatment
options available.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
This animation discusses the causes, signs and symptoms,
Norbert Pfeiffer, MD, Department of complications, risk factors, screening and diagnosis, and
Ophthalmology, Mainz University Eye Hospital, treatment for rheumatoid arthritis.
Mainz, Germany. He is the President of German Society of
Ophthalmology. Paul Emery, MD, FRCP, is a Professor of
Rheumatology and Head of the Academic Unit
Hagen Thieme, MD, is associated with the Institute for Clinical of Musculoskeletal Medicine at the University
Phsyiology, Benjamin Franklin University Clinic, Berlin of Leeds. He is the Clinical Director (Rheumatology) at the Leeds
ISBN: 978-981-4206-55-5 US$ 99.00 Teaching Hospitals Trust, UK. He is currently the Treasurer for
EULAR, a past member of the Scientific Committee and Chairs
LASIK and Cataract the MRI imaging group. ISBN: 978-981-4206-46-6 US$ 99.00
Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis or LASIK is a procedure
where computer-controlled laser is used to correct Myopia,
Astigmatism and Hyperopia. Cataract is a condition in which OTOLARYNGOLOGY
the eye lens is clouded affecting vision. Clouding of the eye’s
natural lens occurs when the protein balance in the lens is upset
resulting in their clumping together. Otitis Media
Ear infections are one of the most commonly diagnosed
This animation discusses the anatomy and functioning of childhood illnesses. Otitis media is inflammation caused
the eye, refractory errors and correction with LASIK and recovery. The by presence of fluid, typically pus, in the middle ear. This
second section deals with cataract, its classification, symptoms, diagnosis, animation discusses the anatomy and functioning of the ear,
complications, surgery and recovery. causes leading to Otitis media, its symptoms, diagnosis and
ISBN: 978-981-4206-23-7 US$ 99.00 treatment.
ISBN: 978-981-4206-28-8 US$ 99.00
ORTHOPAEDICS
Sinusitis
Osteoarthritis This presentation describes the anatomy of the four types of
This animation describes about the normal joint anatomy, sinuses - maxillary, frontal, sphenoidal and ethmoidal sinuses,
the joint damage, its causes, various ways to cope with the and the pathophysiology, symptoms, treatment options and
condition, guidelines to prevent further progression and many management of Sinusitis.
different treatment options available to help control pain and
disability. Robert C. Read, MBChB, BMedSci, MRCP,
MD, FRCP, is a Professor of Infectious
Paul Dieppe, MD, is the Director of Diseases, University of Sheffield Medical School, UK, and
MRC HSRC, University of Bristol, UK. An ex-professor of the Honorary Consultant Physician for Sheffield University
Rheumatology in University of Bristol, he is a leading opinion Hospitals.
leader in osteoarthritis. Professor Paul Dieppe is currently ISBN: 978-981-4206-52-0 US$ 99.00
investigating the association between obesity and osteoarthritis.
.
ISBN: 978-981-4284-04-2 US$ 99.00
PSYCHIATRY
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
This animation gives an insight into the structure and formation
Bipolar Disorder
of bones, changes with age and hormonal levels particularly
A psychiatric disorder that causes alternating episodes of mania
at menopause. This animation also provides information
and depression. This presentation provides basic education
on measurement of bone density, treatment and self-help
about the nature of the disorder and helps in
guidelines for those with osteoporosis.
understanding the need to take medication over
many years.
R.M. Francis, MBChB, FRCP, is a Professor
of Geriatric Medicine at the University of Newcastle and
Stuart A. Montgomery, MD, FRCP, is
Consultant Physician at Freeman Hospital. He is a Committee
Emeritus Professor of Psychiatry at Imperial College of
Member of Falls Prevention and Bone Health Section in the
Medicine, University of London.
British Geriatrics Society.
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6. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Disorder (ADHD) in Children (COPD)
This animation helps in learning more about the disorder This animation describes the respiratory system, its function,
observed in childhood, structural and functional brain and focuses on the disease COPD, its causes, diagnosis,
differences - especially in the frontal lobe and the striatum, complications, and further explains the treatment options and
classification of ADHD, diagnosis involving self-care in detail.
psychological examination, psychotherapy,
various medications and management. Peter J. Barnes, FMedSci, is Professor of
Thoracic Medicine at the National Heart and Lung Institute,
James J. McGough, MD, is a Professor of Clinical Psychiatry Head of Respiratory Medicine at Imperial College and Honorary
at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior Consultant Physician at Royal Brompton Hospital, London.
and David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. ISBN: 978-981-4206-13-X US$ 99.00
ISBN: 978-981-4206-10-5 US$ 99.00
Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URI) involve the infection
Schizophrenia and inflammation in the sinuses, nasal passages, pharynx and
This animation describes in detail the disabling brain disease the larynx, and includes a range of conditions that include
Schizophrenia - its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. common colds, rhinitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, epiglottitis,
It also provides helpful guidelines for caregivers. a life-threatening condition, and tracheitis. Mostly of viral
origin, URI are the leading cause for morbidity.
Stuart - A. Montgomery, MD, FRCP, is
Emeritus Professor of Psychiatry at Imperial Itzhak Brook, MD, MSc, is a Professor of Paediatrics and
College of Medicine, University of London. Medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine,
Washington DC. Dr. Brook is a fellow of the Infectious Diseases
ISBN: 978-981-4206-33-4 US$ 99.00 Society of America, the Society for Paediatric Research, and
the Paediatric Infectious Diseases Society, apart from being a
member of more than 20 professional organizations. Dr. Brook
serves as an Assistant Editor and member of the Editorial Board
Depression of several medical journals.
A leading cause of disability affecting millions of people ISBN: 978-981-4206-00-4 US$ 99.00
worldwide. This animation provides information on
the causes, types of depression, physiology, diagnosis
and treatment for the disorder. It also focuses on
UROLOGY
the consequences of depression and guidelines
to overcome them.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Stuart A. Montgomery, MD, FRCP, is Emeritus Professor Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia is a common occurrence in older
of Psychiatry at Imperial College of Medicine, University of men involving enlargement of the prostate. This animation
London. helps in understanding BPH, consequences of the disease on
ISBN: 978-981-4206-47-4 US$ 99.00 the life of the affected individual, causes, symptoms, diagnosis
and treatment options.
C.R. Chapple, MD, FRCP (Urology), is
Professor of Urology in Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS
RESPIRATORY DISEASES Foundation Trust, Consultant Urological Surgeon at The Royal
Hallamshire Hospital and Honorary Senior Lecturer at Sheffield
University, UK.
Allergic Rhinitis ISBN: 978-981-4206-49-0 US$ 99.00
This presentation describes the immune system, its role in
the disease development, treatment options available, and
guidelines to prevent and manage Allergic Rhinitis. INFECTIOUS DISEASES
ISBN: 978-981-4206-37-7 US$ 99.00
HIV/AIDS
HIV is a sexually transmitted infection (STI), found in
circulating blood lymphpocytes, plasma, semen, body fluids
Chronic Asthma and in all the tissues of the body. These viruses destroy the T4
This animation provides an insight into one of the common helper cells that are vital for immune responses to pathogens,
diseases of the respiratory tract - Chronic Asthma. The details bringing about a vulnerability to diseases in the patient.
included help in understanding the disease, its causes, signs,
symptoms and treatment procedures. Dr. Jay A. Levy, MD, is a Professor of
Medicine in the Division of Hematology/Oncology, Research
Stephen T. Holgate, MD, DSc, FRCP, is Associate in the Cancer Research Institute and the Director
a Professor of Medicine at the University of the Laboratory for Tumor and AIDS Virus Research at the
of Southampton and Honorary Consultant Physician at University of California in San Francisco (UCSF). Dr. Levy is
Southampton University Hospital Trust. He is a world authority a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the
on asthma and has long been studying the effects of medication American Association for the Advancement of Science, and the
on the condition. American Academy of Microbiology.
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