Family and Children's Common Illness Prevention and Treatment Encyclopedia

Author: Shi Yumin
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Publish Date: 2000-09-01
Features: In recent years, with the improvement of living standards in China and the implementation of the one-child policy, children's healthcare has increasingly become more family-oriented and socialized. In daily life, we often encounter young parents who, when their children experience discomfort such as diarrhea or fever, become very anxious but feel helpless. At such times, if parents have some medical knowledge, it undoubtedly helps in their child's recovery. For this reason, Professor Yumin served as the chief editor, with the participation of multiple experienced pediatric experts, in compiling the "Family Handbook for the Prevention and Treatment of Common Childhood Illnesses." This book is highly beneficial for improving family healthcare capabilities and promoting children's physical and mental health.
This book is tailored to modern family structures, particularly catering to the characteristics of only children, and provides detailed guidance on children's healthcare from various aspects, including diseases, mental health, and nursing. The content is rich and comprehensive, covering not only common diseases but also the etiology, symptoms, nursing, and prevention of less common illnesses. Some chapters are particularly distinctive, such as those on endocrine diseases and psychological disorders. In addition, this book possesses the following features:
1. It includes Western medical examinations, diagnoses, and treatments while also compiling traditional Chinese medical knowledge, truly achieving a combination of Western and traditional medicine.
2. The writing style is innovative, primarily using a question-and-answer format to address various issues encountered in family pediatric healthcare. What is even more valuable is that the authors explain complex medical principles in a highly accessible manner, making it easy for readers to understand and apply immediately.