Women s Health for Life is a unique compilation of women s health information, designed to help women optimize their health, well-being, and quality of life. Written by women physicians for women readers, it discusses topics from contraception to infertility; migraines to menopause; and heartburn to heart disease. While many readers will want to read this book from start to finish, it provides easy access to specific information when it s needed. Uniquely, this book provides clear illustrations, graphs, and charts making it as easily understood as a cookbook. While, there is no recipe for good health, there are many ingredients discussed in this book s 16 chapters. Organized by body system, each chapter starts out with an explanation of how that system works and ways to maintain healthy function through diet, exercise, and other self-help measures. This is followed by an explanation of some of the medical conditions affecting that particular system and how they should be treated - in women, not men.
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Editorial Reviews
From Publishers Weekly
Moore, a frequent guest on the Oprah show, helms a list of world class female physician coauthors. The book opens with the old news that womenÖs wellness has taken a backseat to menÖs, even though itÖs been 20 years since the government insisted that clinical trials include women. The few reliable, comprehensive guides to womenÖs health include most notably Our Bodies, Ourselves and The New Harvard Guide to WomenÖs Health, but this new resource is not one of them. It offers broad coverage, but insufficient straightforward information. Opening with the familiar discussion about why women are different and deserve appropriate care, the book covers minimal basic explanations and advice for maintaining health and understanding and recognizing symptoms of disease. In an effort to offer nonalarmist guidance, the coauthors downplay the severity of certain conditions, including cancer, liver disease and coronary artery disease. Twelve of 16 chapters, each presenting short overviews, sidebars, charts, illustrations, symptom checklists and advice for self-care, focus on an individual physiological system (hormones, breast health, heart, etc.). The message that informed patients receive better care is here, but symptom checklists are incomplete and explanations cursory at best. (May)
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About the Author
Highly regarded as a women's health expert and advocate; as a physician educator and as a media commentator, Dr. Moore is the Founder and President of DrDonnica.com, a popular women's health information website launched in Sept. 2000. She is also Founder and President of Sapphire Women's Health Group LLC, a multimedia women's health education and communications firm.
Team-written by female specialists in the US and UK, all of whom are experts in their respective fields.
Team-written by female specialists in the US and UK, all of whom are experts in their respective fields.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I picked up this book for my wife. She's getting to the age (around 50) where she really needs to start thinking about her health - a topic she has not paid too much attention to through her life. The book is straightforward, clear, and convincing about women's health issues.
I gave this book to my wife for her birthday (of course, with several less practical and far more expensive gifts), and it turned out to be a big hit. Think about getting this book for the women in your life for Mother's Day, a birthday, an anniversary - and write (as I did) a nice note about all the reasons you love her and want her around for a good long time.
I gave this book to my wife for her birthday (of course, with several less practical and far more expensive gifts), and it turned out to be a big hit. Think about getting this book for the women in your life for Mother's Day, a birthday, an anniversary - and write (as I did) a nice note about all the reasons you love her and want her around for a good long time.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By D. Munoz
Format:Hardcover
This book specifically addresses health issues affecting women. It is a great resource for ailments as well as a detailed guide to wellness. The advice is sound, scientific and complete. It is a perfect gift for a college graduate as well as for a mother on Mother's Day. I highly recommend purchasing the book for the women in your life!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
My friend sent me the link to this book, I picked it up the other day and found that she was right - it is loaded with lots of great advice I have never actually received from any doctor I have been to (for some reason?) I am going through some health issues and I found the book very informative and helpful. I am recommending it to all my girlfriends!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent!
Gave a friend this book and she loved it. Dr. Moore explains complex women's health conditions in a clear, straightforward way and gives plenty of practical advice. Read more
Published on December 7, 2009 by Justin Reilly, esq.
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Reference Book All Women Should Own
Women of all ages should own this book. It is a quick reference tool that addresses the full spectrum of health issues related to women. Read more
Published on August 20, 2009 by Betsy Brint
5.0 out of 5 stars
A powerful survey of symptoms, treatment and prevention
A team of some of the most trusted authorities in women's health offers a definitive volume where each expert provides a strong chapter outlining body systems and common conditions... Read more
Published on July 18, 2009 by Midwest Book Review
5.0 out of 5 stars
A terrific book for the women in your life
A few weeks ago I bought Women's Health for Life for myself and another friend for Mother's day (my boys like to be told what I want for a present). Read more
Published on May 29, 2009 by A Reader
5.0 out of 5 stars
Second Copy!
Just ordered my second copy, my mother in law took mine! This beautiful book should be on every women's bedside. Read more
Published on May 16, 2009 by Isabelle Alvarado
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Healthy Lifestyle Resource for Women
This is just the kind of book I was looking for--a smart reference book for women that offers easy-to-follow and easy-to-comprehend advice for staying healthy through the decades. Read more
Published on May 3, 2009 by NYCGirl
5.0 out of 5 stars
An easy, informative read!
I found the organization of the book was excellent - it was easy and intuitive to read through. I particularly liked that each section had "how do I know if I have this" and "what... Read more
Published on May 1, 2009 by Leslie N. Hare
5.0 out of 5 stars
All encompassing book and very reader-friendly
Great book to have on your bookshelf/nightstand as your women's health go to reference book. Layout makes it very easy to read/reference, and "Do I Have the Symptoms" and "Am I at... Read more
Published on April 29, 2009 by Women's health advocate
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow! Women's health resource for all -- a must own
How do I love this book? Let me count the ways (just a few, really...):
1) It recognizes that there ARE differences between men and women that matter for all aspects of health... Read more
1) It recognizes that there ARE differences between men and women that matter for all aspects of health... Read more
Published on April 19, 2009 by Anne G
5.0 out of 5 stars
For Women of ALL Ages!
While I have 6 children and 17 grandchildren (so far), I really believed I knew all there was to know about good health, wellness & prevention. Read more
Published on April 13, 2009 by Tiby Lapkin
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