From the Back Cover
Protect yourself and your loved ones from harmful germs with the help of The Germ Survival Guide
Learn how to minimize your exposure to debilitating and often life-threatening microbes by taking practical, preventive measures. Through this helpful guide, you'll discover ways to boost your immune system and protect yourself from super germs, reduce everyday exposure to germs, use antibiotics and vaccines wisely, and much more. Written by acclaimed doctors in the fields of progressive medicine, The Germ Survival Guide:
- Identifies common locales in which germ-borne diseases pose a threat
- Offers simple measures to avoid contamination, including removing hotel bedspreads and draining backyard birdbaths
- Explains when you can treat yourself and when you need to call a doctor
- Introduces more than 100 types of bacteria, molds, and parasites
- Identifies nutrients and herbs that are effective against cold and flu viruses
- Provides germ-prevention strategies, such as replacing your kitchen sponges often--one sponge can harbor more than 100,000 bacteria
About the Author
Kenneth Bock, M.D. is founder and director of both the Center for Progressive Medicine in Albany and the Rhinebeck Health Center in New York. He is the current vice president of the American College for the Advancement of Medicine.
Steven Bock, M.D. is a founder and co director of the Rhinebeck Health Center in Rhinebeck, New York, and the Center for Progressive Medicine in Albany. He is certified in medical acupuncture and is an instructor at Albany Medical College. Dr. Bock has appeared on ABC News and "20/20."
Nancy Faass, M.S.W., M.P.H.P. is a writer and editor specializing in medicine and health.
