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The Pocket Doctor: A Passport to Healthy Travel
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 613.68
EAN: 9780898866148
Edition: 3
ISBN: 0898866146
Label: Mountaineers Books
Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 127
Publication Date: 1999-03
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
Studio: Mountaineers Books
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Editorial Review:
The classic reference for international travelers-completely updated.
The Pocket Doctor provides travelers with all the information they need to prepare for a trip, to stay healthy while traveling, and to care for health problems that may arise during the journey. In this pocket-sized companion, Dr. Bezruchka covers a tremendous number of topics. Chapters include: Before You Go; Finding Medical Help Abroad; General Health Advice (discussing food, water, hygiene, special environments, and more); Common Illnesses; Less Common Illnesses and Problems; Life-Threatening Emergencies; and The Returning Traveler.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Pocket Doctor
The Pocket Doctor: A Passport to Healthy Travel (Purchased on 08/26/2007)
This is an excellent for any traveller.
Rating:  - Seems nice
Hello,
I have looked through some of this, but not read it all, i like its size and it seems helpful and will be added as part of my medical kit. I like how it organizes information into categories such as Common Illnesses and then other uncommon ones or something like that. Helps to know what commonly occurs and what doesnt. Information on drugs given in the table should be helpful i think.
- Jason
Rating: - Skillful Synopsis
I have two bookshelves full of books that I regularly consult on travel medicine issues. Obviously, it's impractical for anyone to carry these heavy resources, and therefore it is lucky that there is a skillful synopsis available by Stephen Bezruchka. Dr. Bezruchka has spent a lot of his adult life in developing countries, mostly Nepal. He has distilled the most basic information that might confront the international traveller into a book that is the same size as your passport. The tone is reassuring ... Read More
Rating: - The only book to have!
As a medical intern, I have utilized many different books/manuals in the hospital and outpatient setting. This book is by far, the most complete and satisfying source that I have ever used. The algorhythms are clearly written, and provide information on diagnosis and treatment based upon current guidelines. It is a must buy!
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