AIDS and Drug Misuse Update.
Great Britain Department of Health. 1993.
With correction slip dated October 1993. Paperback, ii + 80 pp.
ISBN 0113216319  $15.00

Air Travel and Health - 5th report [Session 1999-00]
House of Lords papers 1999-00 121-I.
Judith Wilcox & Baroness Ann Wilcox, House of Lords Select Committee on Science & Technology. 2000.
This Inquiry examines the health effects of traveling by air and how far the present arrangements for safeguarding the health of passengers and crew members has kept pace with developments in medical knowledge. The main themes are the identification, management and communication of health risks in air travel. The report finds no significant impact on health for the vast majority of travelers who are in normal health. There are however, a minority of people with pre-existing or previously unsuspected health problems which may worsen during air travel. Air safety has been rightly given the absolute priority by Government, regulators and the industry but these bodies have woefully neglected health matters. Recommendations made in the report include: passenger and crew health becomes a firm priority • intending passengers should get more information on the health risks of flying • research should inform aircraft seating arrangements • better standards are put in place to reduce the risk to passengers and crew of infection from poor ventilation and air quality. On the issue of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), the report recommends that an epidemiological research program is undertaken and that information on predisposing and risk factors is made readily available to the general public. The Committee recommends that the term "economy-class syndrome" should not be used as it is seriously misleading, suggesting that DVT need not concern business and first-class air travelers. Paperback, 94 pp.
ISBN 010444200X  $25.00

The Allitt Inquiry.
Independent Inquiry Relating to Deaths and Injuries on the Children's Ward at Grantham and Kesteven General Hospital.
Sir Cecil Clothier. 1994.
Paperback, 131 pp. 
ISBN 0113217145  $12.00

Anti-Tuberculosis Drug Resistance in the World.
World Health Organisation (WHO). 2001.
This report presents the latest findings of a major collaborative study aimed at measuring the prevalence of anti-tuberculosis drug resistance throughout the world. Drawing on data collected from 1997-2000 the report covers the second phase of a global project organized by WHO, the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (UATLD) and other partners. 
ISBN 0119862433  $31.00

Asthma: An Epidemiological Overview.
Central Health Monitoring Unit Epidemiological Overview Series.
Department of Health. 1995.  
Paperback, 61 pp. 
ISBN 0113218974  $22.00

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Atlas: Country Profiles on Mental Health Resources 2001.
World Health Organization (WHO). May 2002.
Project ATLAS is aimed at collecting, compiling and disseminating information on mental health resources in the world. This volume presents the available information on mental health resources as individual country profiles. These profiles illustrate the deficiency and uneven distribution of resources across countries. A substantial enhancement in mental health resources is needed urgently in a majority of countries to respond to the existing and increasing burden of mental disorders. Atlas contains country profiles which cover issues including: national mental health policies and legislation • financing • care and training facilities • disability benefits • the distribution of psychiatric beds and professionals • information systems and therapeutic drugs. It also provides global and regional analyses organized into 16 broad themes, as well as a description of the methodology used for the project. The data provides a baseline for monitoring changes over time, and encourages consistent reporting methods by using uniform definitions and units of measurement.
ISBN 0119875330  $38.00

Back Book (American version).
Stanley Bigos et al. Oct 2002. 
This book is intended as a guide for patients and the advice it contains is based on the latest research. It is scientifically linked with the US Dept of Health and Human Services' AHCPR Literature Review process for Acute Low Back Pain Problems Guideline #14 and with the Royal College of General Practitioners, and Faculty of Occupational Medicine guidelines for back pain in the UK. The pamphlet was recently featured in the Back Letter periodical.
ISBN 0117030651
Only sold in packs of 10 copies
1 pack (10 copies): $26.40

Between You and Me.
Closing the Gap Between People and Health Care.
Jessica Corner. 2001.
The author explores how the relationship between healthcare and those in need of it operates and is experienced, also how and why in many instances health care erodes or undermines this relationship. It is a collection of related essays exploring these themes, rather than a single unified text. The title explores the experience of health care, then examines some key themes in relation to this, namely why some health care practices can exclude the sense of being cared for as a person. The aim of the title is that by becoming conscious of the building blocks of interpersonal care, this can form the basis for orchestrating change in the future. 66 pp.
ISBN 0117025291  $35.00
 

The Biotechnology Regulatory Atlas.
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). March 2003.
This publication provides an overview of how to guide products through to regulatory compliance within the biotechnology field. Based on a logically structured and highly visual approach, it allows the user to focus on the big picture or fine detail and apply it to subjects from production requirements to biotech's social and ethical impact. From the start, this title sets out to answer big questions in a straightforward manner. What is at issue and is the Government aware? Will biotechnology operators have to make amends for any environmental damage? How can I get involved in the strategic debate and decision-making? Each of these broad subject areas is accompanied by a clear response and links to further information. Key Features: Topic based 'regional' maps • Detailed 'local' maps giving specific guidance • Checkpoints and annexes. Half Canadian bound.
ISBN 011515504X  $171.00

Birth Counts.
Statistics of Pregnancy and Childbirth.
Alison Macfarlane. 2000.
Controversies and concerns about maternity care continue to create a demand for statistics but many people involved in these debates are still unaware of the vast range of information collected by government departments and the National Health Service (NHS). This publication brings together and reviews statistics about pregnancy, childbirth and newborn babies, the health services provided for them, and the social, economic and environmental factors which can affect the outcome of pregnancy. The first volume is a critical guide to the statistics, showing how some of their limitations result from the historical context in which the collection of data developed. Data from many sources is included in the second volume, which consists of over 350 tables on subjects such as geographical variations, social class differences and time trends in births and infant mortality, place of birth, staffing of maternity services and the costs of having a baby. Most of the data is for recent years, but some data for earlier periods is included, along with historical time series. Paperback, 2 volumes, Vol. I: xxvi + 447 pp., Vol. II: xxx + 673 pp.
ISBN 0116210508  $90.00

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Birth Statistics.
Review of the Registrar General on Births and Patterns of Family Building in England and Wales, 1998.
FM1 Office for National Statistics 27.
Great Britain Office for National Statistics. 1999.
Paperback, xxxii + 83 pp.
ISBN 0116212454  $60.00

BRC / FDF Technical Standard for the Supply of Identity Preserved Non-Genetically Modified Food Ingredients and Products.
BRC & Food and Drink Federation (FDF). 2001.
This essential Standard sets out general guidance to enable crop and food manufacturers to establish, evaluate or verify an 'Identity Preserved' scheme, that facilitates the supply of non-genetically modified crops. Essentially a guide to best practice, the aim of this publication is to focus resource at critical areas thus enabling crop and food manufacturers to exclude GM soya and maize from the Identity Preserved supply. Key features: A single comprehensive standard covering the whole supply chain, from seed to consumer • Clearly lays down the requirements for all those involved in the supply chain • Provides confidence for industry and the consumer • wide acceptance of the system will permit a reduction in inspection levels, and hence costs • It will allow smaller companies with restricted resources to supply non-GM materials • Provides a framework for Identity Preserved systems for other commodities • Facilitates international trade in non-GM materials.
ISBN 0117028495  $162.00

The BSE Report.
Inquiry into the emergence and identification of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) and variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (vCJD) and the action taken in response to it up to 20 March 1996.
Lord Phillips of Worth Matravers. 2000.
This sixteen volume set reports on the ‘mad cow disease’ epidemic in the UK. Complete boxed set of all 16 volumes in slipcase.        
Print: ISBN 010 55 6986 0  $585.00
Complete CD set of printed volumes plus 11 CDs of evidence: ISBN 0 10 5569879  $360.00
Volumes may also be purchased separately:
• Vol. 1 Findings and Conclusions. ISBN 010 556970 4  $64.00
• Vol. 2 Science. ISBN 010 556971 2  $46.00
• Vol. 3 The Early Years 1986-88. ISBN 010 556972 0  $44.00
• Vol. 4 The Southwood Working Party 1988-89. ISBN 010 556973 9  $28.00
• Vol. 5 Animal Health 1989-96. ISBN 010 556974 7  $60.00
• Vol. 6 Human Health 1989-96. ISBN 010 556975 5  $126.00
• Vol. 7 Medicines and Cosmetics. ISBN 010 556976 3  $60.00
• Vol. 8 Variant CJD. ISBN 010 556977 1  $40.00
• Vol. 9 Wales Scotland and Northern Ireland. ISBN 010 556978 X  $40.00
• Vol. 10 The Economic Impact and International Trade. ISBN 010 556979 8  $28.00
• Vol. 11 Scientists after Scouthwood. ISBN 010 556980 1  $56.00
• Vol. 12 Livestock Farming. ISBN 010 556981 X  $25.00
• Vol. 13 Industry Processes and Controls. ISBN 010 556982 8  $36.00
• Vol. 14 Responsibilities for Human and Animal Health. ISBN 010 556983 6  $44.00
• Vol. 15 Government and Public Administration. ISBN 010 556984 4  $36.00
• Vol. 16 Reference Material. ISBN 010 556985 2  $74.00

Cancer Statistics Registrations.
Registrations of Cancer Diagnosed in 1993, England and Wales.
Series MB1 Office for National Statistics 26.
Great Britain Office for National Statistics. 1999.
Paperback, iv + 72 pp.
ISBN 0116212470  $60.00

Cancer Survival Trends in England and Wales, 1971-1995 Deprivation and NHS Region.
Michel P. Coleman, Great Britain Office for National Statistics. 1999.
This publication represents the most comprehensive analysis of cancer survival trends and patterns throughout England and Wales. Three million cancer patients survival trends were analyzed for this report and findings are displayed within clearly presented tables, charts and graphs which are broken down by age, sex, geographic region and socioeconomic status for 58 different cancers in adults and children. The report reveals the extent of the "deprivation gap" in survival between cancer patients living in affluent areas and those in deprived areas. Hardcover, 695 pp. or CD-ROM.
Print: ISBN 0116210311  $234.00
CD-ROM: ISBN 1857743245  $70.00
Book & CD-ROM combo: ISBN 0116212438  $369.00

Cancer Trends in England and Wales 1950-1999.
Mike Quinn et al. 2001.
This book brings together into one comprehensive reference source information of the cancer burden in England and Wales, making this report essential reading for cancer specialists, researchers and medical librarians. The report provides both summary and more detailed information on trends in cancer incidence, mortality, prevalence and survival at the national and regional levels during the second half of the last century. For example, "Between 1950 and 1999, the proportion of deaths due to cancer rose from 15 to 27 per cent for males and from 16 to 23 per cent for females." The summary chapter ensures that readers who only require an overview can quickly access information on the incidence of and mortality from all malignant cancers for nine of the most important individual cancer sites, the prevalence of major cancers, and details of survival trends by age, sex and socio-economic deprivation. Researchers will then benefit from the report detailed results on incidence, mortality, prevalence and survival which are presented in 20 separate chapters for each of the main cancer sites which together constitute almost 90% of all malignancies in both males and females. Each chapter also includes a brief description of the epidemiology of the particular cancer, its global significance, known or suspected causes, risk factors and treatment. It also features a chapter on several types of childhood cancer which together constitute 82% of all childhood cancers.
ISBN 0116213930  $100.00

The Challenge of Hospital Acquired Infection.
The National Audit Office (NAO). 2001.
This title considers the combating of infections caught by patients while being treated in hospital. It highlights the issues of which all NHS employees must be aware in the fight to reduce the severity of this problem. NAO Director Karen Taylor, principal author of the book, says: 'Hospital acquired infections are a serious issue for patients and staff. Our report last year had a marked impact in raising the profile of this problem which, according to estimates, each year costs the NHS some £1 billion and leads to the deaths of as many as 5,000 patients. This book reviews the findings and the numerous departmental initiatives taken since then. In the light of these, it examines the information and resources needed by infection control teams and clinicians. And it details the actions which those who work in hospitals can and should take to help prevent and control these infections.' Providing an overview of developments since the NAO report published 18 months ago, this title also highlights the recommendations of the Public Accounts Committee in November 2000 and the Government's response in February 2001 which contained new NHS initiatives. The book also presents material from the NAO's June 2000 conference on hospital acquired infection, at which the Government launched its UK Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy and Action Plan.
ISBN 0117028584  $22.00  

The Chemical Incident Management Handbook.
Practical Help for the Health and Emergency Services.
Guys & St. Thomas Hospital Trust Medical Toxicology Unit Chemical Incident Response Service. 2000.
This Handbook provides practical hazard information summaries that enable you to take the best course of action when an incident occurs. The chemical hazard summaries within the Handbook cover: Key points for incident management • First aid advice • Detailed chemical information • Summary human toxicology data • Effects by routes of exposure from respiration, skin, eye and oral • Management by route by exposure •  Environmental summary information. The Handbook also contains information on admission criteria for patients to hospital and the summaries of the requirements for cleaning up chemical spills. With 95 specific chapters on individual chemicals and with some reference to over 300 other chemicals in the text, this practical guide, targeted for the use of healthcare professionals and emergency service personnel, details the toxic dangers and clinical requirements of a chemical incident. Paperback.
ISBN 0113222521  $108.00

Chemically-defined Flavouring Substances.
Council of Europe. 2000.
This authoritative and comprehensive reprint of the 4th edition of the “Blue Book” contains the toxicological evaluation of 899 flavoring substances. These have been classified according to their chemical structure and divided into: substances which may be added to food for human consumption without hazard to public health; and flavoring substances that are temporarily acceptable in foodstuffs, that is to say, those for which there does not exist enough toxicological data for a definite safety-in-use assessment. The book includes the five modifications to the 4th edition (1992) so far adopted by the Committee of Experts on Flavouring Substances of the Council of Europe. Safety-in-use criteria are also recommended which should be met by the manufacturers of flavoring substances. Hardback, 612 pp.
ISBN 9287144532  $132.00

Child Abuse Interventions.
A Review of Research Literature.
David Gough. 1993.
Paperback, 314 pp.
ISBN 0113216424  $50.00

Child Abuse on the Internet.
UNESCO. 2001.
Child pornography and the sexual abuse of children through misuse of the media and the Internet are complex yet closely related issues. Not only do they necessitate complex solutions, they also demand a social response from all sectors of society. This volume records the response of these various sectors and shows how individuals and organizations can co-operate effectively. It describes the major work being carried out in some African countries, in Albania, Brazil, Guatemala, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka, and shows the efforts being made to share information and build networks. A reference section provides the site locations of organizations that have made significant advances in protecting children online. In addition, this book offers an action plan to encourage cooperation with others in the fields in a coherent and coordinated manner.
ISBN 9231037285   $46.00

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Children in the New Millennium.
Environmental Impact on Health.
United Nations Environment Programme, UNICEF & World Health Organization. June 2002.
Children throughout the world continue to be exposed to a series of environmental threats to their health, physical and mental development, and even their survival. Preliminary estimates suggest that up to one-third of the global burden of disease can be contributed to negative environmental indicators, such as polluted water and air. This book from the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) concludes that prevention is the only sustainable solution, and that a healthy future for children around the world can only be ensured by safeguarding the environment they live in.
ISBN 9241590165  $20.00

Comparative Study on Borderline Products and Borderline Situations.
Council of Europe Publishing. 2001.
The main purpose of the survey is to clarify the situation in various European countries as regards the classification of certain categories of products, known as “borderline” or “fringe”, and to establish whether the latter should be classified as cosmetic products or as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biocidal products, foodstuffs or general consumer products. The national delegations which took part in this exercise considered it important to obtain a clearer picture of the “classification situation” of these categories in Europe. This has a bearing on the responsibilities of their national authorities in ensuring at all times that their legislation sufficiently protects the consumer’s health when using different kinds of products. Paperback, 101 pp.
ISBN 9287144508  $38.00

Cosmetlex.
The Rules Governing Cosmetic Products in the European Union.
European Commission. 2000.
In the early 1970’s, the  Member States of the EU decided to harmonize their national cosmetic regulations in order to enable the free circulation of cosmetic products within the community. As a result of numerous discussions between experts from all member states, Council Directive 76/76/EEC was adopted. The principles laid down in the Cosmetics Directive take into account the needs of the consumer while encouraging commercial exchange and eliminating barriers to trade. For example, if a product is to move freely with in the EU, the same labeling, packaging and safety regulations must apply. Paperback, 3 volumes: Vol I: 74 pp, Vol. II: 187 pp, Vol. III: 74 pp.
ISBN 011986147X  $65.00

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