Published June, 2008
By David Matthews, Niki Meston, Pam Dyson, Jenny Shaw, Laurie King, Aparna Pal and Sue Beatty
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: The Facts
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This book is an easy to understand guide to diabetes aimed at all those living with diabetes. It includes a short history of the condition, causes, symptoms, possible complications, management (both of diabetes and the associated risk factors), psychological factors and what care to expect.

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Published May, 2008
By Mark Selikowitz
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: The Facts
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New edition of a book that has been widely regarded as the definitive guide for parents of children with Down syndrome.

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Published May, 2008
By Simon Baron-Cohen
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: The Facts
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This book provides a factual guide to autism and Asperger syndrome for those with the diagnosis, their parents and families, and the medical professionals involved.

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Published March, 2008
By Alan E.H. Emery
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: The Facts
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The muscular dystrophies are a group of genetic diseases that severely affect children and adults. For sufferers and their family, the illness presents enormous physical and psychological challenges. This new edition answers many of the questions asked about how and why it occurs, and how it affects the life of a recently diagnosed child.

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Published January, 2008
By David Isenberg and Susan Manzi
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: The Facts
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Lupus is a disorder in which the body's immune system attacks itself, culminating in disease which can affect multiple organs. This new edition of Lupus: The Facts reflects major developments in our understanding of the causes of lupus and helps patients understand lupus with a view to self-management.

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Published January, 2008
By Mark Vanderpump, Michael Tunbridge, Mark P.J Vanderpump and W. Michael G. Tunbridge
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: The Facts
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In light of increasing recognition of thyroid disease as a health problem and increased understanding of the causes of the disorder, the fourth edition of this popular title covers a wide range of conditions associated with thyroid dysfunction and includes new chapters on thyroid disorders in infants, children and adolescents.

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Published January, 2008
By Kevin Talbot and Rachael Marsden
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: The Facts
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Approximately 5,000-6,000 people have motor neuron disease (MND) in the UK at any one time. It is a devastating disability that has a profound impact on people's lives. Addressing frequently asked questions about the disease, this book provides clear information on understanding the causes of the disease and how to gain support and symptom control.

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Published November, 2006
By Peter Bain and Mark Plumb
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: The Facts
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Essential Tremor: The Facts is a practical guide for sufferers designed to minimise the impact the condition has upon their lives. Written by an ET sufferer and a movement disorders specialist, the book provides first-hand information on the causes, treatment options and methods of coping with ET.

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Published January, 2006
By Frankie Campling and Michael Sharpe
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: The Facts
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This book looks at the practical, emotional, and social problems shared by most people who suffer from a long-term illness, and suggests a variety of ways in which they can do something for themselves to improve the situation. It could also be very useful to family and friends, as well as for health professionals.

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