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February 2007
On Sale: February 1, 2007
352 pages
ISBN: 0446697729
EAN: 9780446697729
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Non-Fiction
Studies show that black men are more likely to seek medical attention, follow a healthy diet and take prescribed medications if there is a woman in their lives. In short, black women are the key to saving their menβs lives, and thus, they are seeking answers about many health issues. The first of itβs kind, THE BLACK WOMANβS GUIDE TO BLACK MANβS HEALTH is a comprehensive guide packed with valuable medical information, prescriptive advice and personal stories from both celebrity and non-celebrity women about their menβs health issues. The book will be divided into chapters covering key health topics that affect black men, such as lung, prostate and colon cancer, obesity, heart disease, diabetes, stroke, Alzheimerβs disease, mental health , substance abuse, HIV/AIDS and violence against young black men. The book will provide strategies for building health partnerships both within the home and the community, finding the right healthcare and health insurance providers and gaining access to the best care possible. Each chapter will cover a specific health topic and will offer: β’ A personal narrative from a woman (celebrity or non-celebrity) on her experience with that health issue β’ Important facts about the disease as it affects the black community β’ A discussion of available treatment options β’ Advice on preventative steps women can take to combat risk of illness in their loved ones β’ Resources where women can find more information and support on that issue β’ A Q&A section with physician who specializes on the topic of discussion
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