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An overview of medical science advances and the newest products of research and technology.

Companion volume to PBS television series. Presents the moving human drama behind the scientific miracles most pertinent to all of our lives.

The author explains the immune system and how it works along with the history of vaccine development and the types of vaccines used.

"This book provides a complete history of plastic surgery, a description of the modern techniques and choices available, and an overview of the controversies surrounding the choice to voluntarily change your physical appearance"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the dangers of the anti-vaccine movement, describing how parents who choose not to vaccinate their children against pertussis, measles, mumps, and other diseases are putting their children and the entire population at risk.