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Lou Gehrig's Disease
eBook version- Published by Greenhaven Press
This new volume in the Perspectives on Diseases & Disorders series provides an overview of Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS), including diagnosis, prevention, and current research; a look at controversies surrounding ALS, including the theories of head trauma or cholesterol-lowering drugs as potential causes; related stem cell treatment; and the impact of exercise on disease progression. Personal stories of people impacted by ALS, including famed scientist Stephen Hawking, are also featured in the text.
Review:
"In general, these books are excellent sources for high school readers to enhance their critical thinking skills. They could easily be used as jumping off points for research projects and debate topics."
--American Reference Books Annual, 2012
- Published/Released: April 2012
- Original Copyright: 2012
- ISBN 13: 9780737765588
- ISBN 10: 0737765585
- Product number: 15897180
- Shipping Weight: 0.00 lbs (0.00 kgs)
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