Product Description

This book explains in simple tems what HIV is and how it attacks the immune system. It looks at the methods of spread, the myths and the reality, and it gives clear advice on prevention. There is also a chapter on testing and treatment. The book looks at how AIDS has spread all over the world, and the different stages of the AIDS disease are set out from first emergence to death.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #824582 in Books
• Published on: 2003-04-17
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 64 pages

Review
'A welcome new series that will be of real use, both to schools and to individuals.' -- Books for Keeps 20030101 "the 'Health Issues' series marks an important step in the development of presenting 'straight-talking, fact-based information books'...The series as a whole helps plug a gap in the market..." -- The School Librarian 20030101

About the Author
Jo Whelan is a science writer who specializes in medicine and healthcare. After gaining a degree in Biology she worked in scientific publishing and medical communicaitons before going freelance.