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Multidisciplinary Approaches to Allergies

Author : Zhong-Shan Gao
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642316093
Total Pages : 482 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (423 download)

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Download or read book Multidisciplinary Approaches to Allergies written by Zhong-Shan Gao and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-07-27 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allergy is an immunological disease caused by multiple factors and characterized by variability, specificity and complexity. "Multidisciplinary Approaches to Allergies" covers diverse aspects ranging from basic molecular mechanisms to societal issues within the framework of multidisciplinary approaches to allergies. It contains 29 chapters in 6 parts: General Allergy; Allergenic Sources and Allergens; Diagnosis; Therapies and Pharmacy; Hypoallergenic Products; Environment, Hygiene and Societal Issues. It can be used in education and research as introductory and supplementary material. It is also an indispensable tool for scientists and doctors who are searching for an integrated way for allergy prevention, treatment and management. Zhong-Shan Gao, Ph.D., is Professor of Fruit Science and Allergy at the Department of Horticulture and the Allergy Research Center, Zhejiang University, China. Hua-Hao Shen, M.D., Ph.D., is Professor of Respiratory Diseases at the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, China, and Professor in the Chang Jiang Scholars Program (MOE). Min Zheng, M.D., Ph.D., is Professor of Dermatology at the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, China. Lynn J. Frewer, Ph.D., is Professor of Food & Society at the School of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, Newcastle University, UK. Luud J.W.J. Gilissen, Ph.D., is senior researcher at Plant Research International, Wageningen University and Research Centre, the Netherlands.

Multidisciplinary Approaches to Allergies

Author : Zhong-Shan Gao
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9783642316104
Total Pages : 480 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (161 download)

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Download or read book Multidisciplinary Approaches to Allergies written by Zhong-Shan Gao and published by Springer. This book was released on 2013-12-20 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allergy is an immunological disease caused by multiple factors and characterized by variability, specificity and complexity. "Multidisciplinary Approaches to Allergies" covers diverse aspects ranging from basic molecular mechanisms to societal issues within the framework of multidisciplinary approaches to allergies. It contains 29 chapters in 6 parts: General Allergy; Allergenic Sources and Allergens; Diagnosis; Therapies and Pharmacy; Hypoallergenic Products; Environment, Hygiene and Societal Issues. It can be used in education and research as introductory and supplementary material. It is also an indispensable tool for scientists and doctors who are searching for an integrated way for allergy prevention, treatment and management. Zhong-Shan Gao, Ph.D., is Professor of Fruit Science and Allergy at the Department of Horticulture and the Allergy Research Center, Zhejiang University, China. Hua-Hao Shen, M.D., Ph.D., is Professor of Respiratory Diseases at the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, China, and Professor in the Chang Jiang Scholars Program (MOE). Min Zheng, M.D., Ph.D., is Professor of Dermatology at the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, China. Lynn J. Frewer, Ph.D., is Professor of Food & Society at the School of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, Newcastle University, UK. Luud J.W.J. Gilissen, Ph.D., is senior researcher at Plant Research International, Wageningen University and Research Centre, the Netherlands.

Allergy Matters

Author : Luud J.E.J. Gilissen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9781402038969
Total Pages : 222 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (389 download)

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Book Synopsis Allergy Matters by : Luud J.E.J. Gilissen

Download or read book Allergy Matters written by Luud J.E.J. Gilissen and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-01-30 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Western societies the incidence and prevalence of respiratory and food-related allergies have increased rapidly over the past decades. Changes in life style are thought to be involved in this increase, namely hygiene, child vaccination, housing insulation and food consumption patterns. This book reflects the current ideas for future possibilities of allergy prevention, using integrated and multidisciplinary strategies and covering the entire knowledge framework from comprehensive fundamental research to implementation into society.

Allergy Matters

Author : Luud J.E.J. Gilissen
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9789048117819
Total Pages : 207 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (178 download)

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Download or read book Allergy Matters written by Luud J.E.J. Gilissen and published by Springer. This book was released on 2010-04-13 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Western societies the incidence and prevalence of respiratory and food-related allergies have increased rapidly over the past decades. Changes in life style are thought to be involved in this increase, namely hygiene, child vaccination, housing insulation and food consumption patterns. This book reflects the current ideas for future possibilities of allergy prevention, using integrated and multidisciplinary strategies and covering the entire knowledge framework from comprehensive fundamental research to implementation into society.

Finding a Path to Safety in Food Allergy

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309450314
Total Pages : 575 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (94 download)

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Download or read book Finding a Path to Safety in Food Allergy written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2017-05-27 with total page 575 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the past 20 years, public concerns have grown in response to the apparent rising prevalence of food allergy and related atopic conditions, such as eczema. Although evidence on the true prevalence of food allergy is complicated by insufficient or inconsistent data and studies with variable methodologies, many health care experts who care for patients agree that a real increase in food allergy has occurred and that it is unlikely to be due simply to an increase in awareness and better tools for diagnosis. Many stakeholders are concerned about these increases, including the general public, policy makers, regulatory agencies, the food industry, scientists, clinicians, and especially families of children and young people suffering from food allergy. At the present time, however, despite a mounting body of data on the prevalence, health consequences, and associated costs of food allergy, this chronic disease has not garnered the level of societal attention that it warrants. Moreover, for patients and families at risk, recommendations and guidelines have not been clear about preventing exposure or the onset of reactions or for managing this disease. Finding a Path to Safety in Food Allergy examines critical issues related to food allergy, including the prevalence and severity of food allergy and its impact on affected individuals, families, and communities; and current understanding of food allergy as a disease, and in diagnostics, treatments, prevention, and public policy. This report seeks to: clarify the nature of the disease, its causes, and its current management; highlight gaps in knowledge; encourage the implementation of management tools at many levels and among many stakeholders; and delineate a roadmap to safety for those who have, or are at risk of developing, food allergy, as well as for others in society who are responsible for public health.

Allergic Skin Disease

Author : Donald Y.M. Leung
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 9780824702878
Total Pages : 552 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (28 download)

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Download or read book Allergic Skin Disease written by Donald Y.M. Leung and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2000-02-18 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This state-of-the-science reference provides valuable information on the pathophysiology and economic and social consequences of allergic skin reactions, as well as new treatments based on emerging concepts of skin disease pathobiology-addressing the epidemiology, mechanisms, occupational effects, environmental triggers, and quality-of-life concerns. Focuses on atopic dermatitis, urticaria, and allergic contact dermatitis, among other increasingly common skin disorders. Written by more than 35 leading researchers, Allergic Skin Disease reviews basic principles of the causes of allergic skin responses analyzes the role of key cell types, effector molecules, cytokines, mediators, chemokines, cell adhesion molecules, and immunogenetic mechanisms showcases the dynamics of adhesion molecules and the pathophysiology of pruritus examines clinical features of skin allergies, particularly regarding immune mechanisms that determine pathogenic course and outcome investigates behaviors of keratinocytes, dendritic cells and macrophages, fibroblasts, lymphocytes, granulocytes, and endothelial cells explores phototherapy, photochemotherapy, immunomodulatory therapy, and traditional antiinflammatory therapy for recalcitrant skin diseases discusses anaphylaxis and other allergic reactions to insect bites surveys demographism, vibratory angioedema, and other types of urticaria identifies allergic and infectious triggers of skin disease and more! Containing over 1800 bibliographic citations, Allergic Skin Disease is a must-read resource for dermatologists, allergists, immunologists, pharmaceutical and cosmetic chemists, internists, pediatricians, and graduate and medical school students in these disciplines.

Allergy and Respiration

Author : Mieczyslaw Pokorski
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9783319824772
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (247 download)

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Download or read book Allergy and Respiration written by Mieczyslaw Pokorski and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-06-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allergy is an increasing health issue. It often targets the respiratory tract and entwines with respiratory ailments, which makes it difficult to discern the cause-effect linkage. Nonetheless, measures to counter the allergic background are a linchpin in preserving respiratory health. This book is an update on current advances in clinical and basic science on allergy and related topics. The diagnostics of allergy requires a multidisciplinary approach, including molecular examinations aimed at unraveling the intracellular control cascades. Chapters give insight into the innovations concerning modern pulmonary function tests, discuss pharmacological paradigms, and tackle the overlapping infectious aspects and clinical symptoms and markers. Environmental and genetic factors elicit a spectrum of inflammatory phenotypes linked to differential body responses to allergic perturbations. The book is intended for healthcare professionals, notably pulmonologists, primary care physicians, and medical researchers.

Allergy

Author : Royal College of Physicians of London
Publisher : Royal College of Physicians
ISBN 13 : 1860161839
Total Pages : 116 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (61 download)

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Download or read book Allergy written by Royal College of Physicians of London and published by Royal College of Physicians. This book was released on 2003 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Pediatric Allergy: Principles and Practice E-Book

Author : Donald Y. M. Leung
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 1437737781
Total Pages : 705 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (377 download)

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Book Synopsis Pediatric Allergy: Principles and Practice E-Book by : Donald Y. M. Leung

Download or read book Pediatric Allergy: Principles and Practice E-Book written by Donald Y. M. Leung and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2010-10-13 with total page 705 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pediatric Allergy supplies the comprehensive guidance you need to diagnose, manage, and treat virtually any type of allergy seen in children. Drs. Leung, Sampson, Geha, and Szefler present the new full-color second edition, with coverage of the diagnosis and management of anaphylaxis, the immune mechanisms underlying allergic disease, the latest diagnostic tests, and more. Treat the full range of pediatric allergic and immunologic diseases through clinically focused coverage relevant to both allergists and pediatricians. Understand the care and treatment of pediatric patients thanks to clinical pearls discussing the best approaches. Easily refer to appendices that list common food allergies and autoantibodies in autoimmune diseases. Apply the newest diagnostic tests available—for asthma, upper respiratory allergy, and more—and know their benefits and contraindications. Treat the allergy at its source rather than the resulting reactions through an understanding of the immune mechanisms underlying allergic diseases. Get coverage of new research that affects methods of patient treatment and discusses potential reasons for increased allergies in some individuals. Better manage potential anaphylaxis cases through analysis of contributing facts and progression of allergic disease. Effectively control asthma and monitor its progression using the new step-by-step approach. Eliminate difficulty in prescribing antibiotics thanks to coverage of drug allergies and cross-reactivity.

A review of UK health research funding

Author : David Sir Cooksey
Publisher : The Stationery Office
ISBN 13 : 0118404881
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (184 download)

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Download or read book A review of UK health research funding written by David Sir Cooksey and published by The Stationery Office. This book was released on 2006-12-06 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Review sets out to propose a structure for the funding arrangements for the whole spectrum of health research, with the objective of obtaining the maximum benefit from research success and, where possible, eliminating duplication of effort. The Review found, however, that the UK is at risk of failing to reap the full economic, health and social benefits that the UK's public investment in health research should generate. There is no overarching UK health research strategy to ensure UK health priorities are considered through all types of research and there are two key gaps in the translation of health research: (i) translating ideas from basic and clinical research into the development of new products and approaches to treatment of disease and illness; (ii) implementing those new products and approaches into clinical practice.The Review also found that the wider funding arrangements for supporting translation of ideas from conception to practice could be more coherent or comprehensive and, where arrangements exist, they do not function well. The Review identified cultural, institutional and financial barriers to translating research into practice in the publicly funded research arena. But it also found that, in the private sector, the pharmaceuticals industry is facing increasing challenges in translating research into health and economic benefit. The Review has sought to make recommendations that will increase the translation of R&D into health and economic benefit for the UK, both in the public and private sectors. The Review recommends that the Government should seek to achieve better coordination of health research and more coherent funding arrangements to support translation by establishing an Office for Strategic Coordination of Health Research (OSCHR).

Allergenic Pollen

Author : Mikhail Sofiev
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9400748817
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (7 download)

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Download or read book Allergenic Pollen written by Mikhail Sofiev and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-09-23 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first book to summarize all aspects of allergenic pollen: production, atmospheric distribution, and health impacts, as well as the means of monitoring and forecasting these phenomena. Based on a four-year effort by a large group of leading European scientists, this book highlights the new developments in research on allergenic pollen, including the modelling prospects and effects of climate change. The multidisciplinary team of authors offers insights into the latest technology of detection of pollen and its allergenic properties, forecasting methods, and the influence of allergenic pollen on the population. The comprehensive coverage in this book makes it an indispensible volume for anyone dealing with allergenic pollen worldwide. Readers involved in environmental health, aerobiology, medicine, and plant science will find this book of interest.

Allergy and Clinical Immunology

Author : Richard F. Lockey
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1208 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Allergy and Clinical Immunology written by Richard F. Lockey and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 1208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An examination of the future role of the South China sea in international relations and a tour of the the nations surrounding the South China Sea and their interests in the region. In exploring each of these countries individually, Kaplan clearly shows where the conflicts may arise and why they will be challenging for the international community"--

Preventing Allergic Reactions to Natural Rubber Latex in the Workplace

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 11 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (375 download)

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Download or read book Preventing Allergic Reactions to Natural Rubber Latex in the Workplace written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Conquering Your Child's Chronic Pain

Author : Lonnie K. Zeltzer
Publisher : Zondervan
ISBN 13 : 0061976857
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (619 download)

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Download or read book Conquering Your Child's Chronic Pain written by Lonnie K. Zeltzer and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2009-01-09 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “An important, compassionate book.” — Deepak Chopra “Parents! If you hava child in pain, read this book. There is hope.” — James Campbell, M.D., Professor of Jeurological Surgery and Director, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine; Founder and President, American Pain Foundation “An outstanding book for parents of children and adolescents with chronic pain. I recommend it highly.” — Charles Berde, M.D., Ph.D., Chief, Division of Pain Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology, Children's Hospital, Boston; Professor of Anaesthesia and Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School “A valuable and important book that will be appreciated by every family struggling with a child in pain.” — Neil L. Schechter, M.D., Professor of Pediatrics, University of Connecticut School of Medicine; Director, Pain Relief Program, Connecticut Children's Medical Center “Reassuring and informative. Parents will gain hope when they discover the many available treatment options.” — Kenneth R. Goldschneider, M.D., F.A.A.P., Director, Division of Pain Management, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and Susmita Kashikar-Zuck, Ph.D, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center “I hope Dr. Zeltzer continues to do subjective research on yoga so that the young generation regains freedom from pain...” — B.K.S. Iyengar “A wonderful book! Dr. Zeltzer’s approach is loving, respectful, upbeat, and best of all - successful.” — Laura Schanberg, M.D., Associate Professor, Pediatric Rheumatology, Duke University Medical Center “A must-read for any patient with chronic pain.” — Steven J. Weisman, M.D., Jane B. Pettit Chair in Pain Management, Children's Hospital of Wisconsin; Professor of Anesthesiology and Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin “Now [Dr. Zeltzer’s] wisdom is available to all.” — Patrick J. McGrath, O.C., Ph.D., F.R.S.C., Canadian Institutes of Health Research Distinguished Scientist; Killam Professor of Psychology and Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry, Dalhousie University “This is an amazingly caring, competent, and useful book. It opens your mind but also your heart...” — Vanna Axia, Ph.D., Professor of Developmental Psychology, Child Neuro-psychiatry Specialization School, School of Medicine; Director “All [Dr. Zeltzer’s] work has resulted in real solutions for children and their parents.” — David Geffen “One of the few [books] for laypeople on chronic pain in children.” — Washington Post “Informative, practical, and well written.” — Pediatric Pain Letter

Gastrointestinal Diseases: A Multidisciplinary Approach, 1e (Clinics Collections)

Author : Joel J. Heidelbaugh
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323428274
Total Pages : 642 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (234 download)

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Download or read book Gastrointestinal Diseases: A Multidisciplinary Approach, 1e (Clinics Collections) written by Joel J. Heidelbaugh and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2015-10-16 with total page 642 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clinics Collections: Gastrointestinal Diseases draws from Elsevier’s robust Clinics Review Articles database to provide multidisciplinary teams, including general practitioners, gastroenterologists, otolaryngologists, oncologists, pathologists, and surgeons, with practical clinical advice and insights on this highly prevalent condition and its comorbidities. Clinics Collections: Gastrointestinal Diseases guides readers on how to apply current primary research findings on gastrointestinal diseases to everyday practice to help overcome challenges and complications, keep up with new and improved treatment methods, and improve patient outcomes. • Areas of focus include gastroesophageal reflux disease, Barrett’s esophagus, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, dyspepsia, eosinophilic esophagitis, gastroparesis, dysphagia, esophageal tumor, colon polyps/cancer, constipation, inflammatory bowel disease, gastroenteritis, lower gastrointestinal bleeding, and hemorrhoids. • Each article begins with keywords and key points for immediate access to the most critical information. • Articles are presented in an easy-to-digest and concisely worded format. Elsevier’s Clinics Collections provide concise reviews of today’s most prevalent conditions and significant medical developments. Other Clinics Collections titles available include Type II Diabetes Mellitus, Asthma, Obesity, Pain Management, Lipid Disorders, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

Encyclopedia of Food Allergy

Author :
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0323960197
Total Pages : 2450 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (239 download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Food Allergy written by and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2024-06-12 with total page 2450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encyclopedia of Food Allergy, organized in 10 sections, with ~200 chapters, and written by world-renowned clinician-scientist authors, is the most comprehensive resource for food allergy ever compiled. With online and physical presence, intuitive and easily accessible organization of information, the reader can quickly access overview and general topics as well as detailed information to inform solutions to clinical or research questions. Research topics provide the necessary background for the novice as well as the details required for those in the field. Clinical topics provide comprehensive and practical information, with generous use of tables, figures, and key points/clinical pearls, to inform clinical decision-making, and promote evidence-based management decisions. Food allergy may affect up to 10% of the population in developed countries and appears to be increasing in prevalence worldwide, with many food allergies proving life-long, severe and potentially fatal. The last decade has witnessed a sea change response to the impact of food allergy through basic science research on the immunology, food science research on the triggers, clinical approaches to daily management, treatment and prevention, and an increasing understanding of the psychosocial and societal implications and how to address them. With the expanding breadth and depth of the field, there is no existing comprehensive resource available for those professionals interested in learning about or contributing to food allergy research and clinical care. This is a complete resource covering broad and detailed aspects of food allergy and adverse food reactions for clinicians, researchers, regulators, food industry, students and other stakeholders who need and will benefit from a rich resource with in-depth and practical information. Presents in-depth, comprehensive coverage from an outstanding international author base of domain experts Ideal for new researchers and clinicians who will have a single resource that includes general topics to get them started Includes access to detailed information in their areas of work AND for many related topics that will help improve their research or clinical care

Weighing the Options

Author : Committee to Develop Criteria for Evaluating the Outcomes of Approaches to Prevent and Treat Obesity
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 030952136X
Total Pages : 297 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (95 download)

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Download or read book Weighing the Options written by Committee to Develop Criteria for Evaluating the Outcomes of Approaches to Prevent and Treat Obesity and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1995-03-15 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nearly one out of every three adults in America is obese and tens of millions of people in the United States are dieting at any one time. This has resulted in a weight-loss industry worth billions of dollars a year and growing. What are the long-term results of weight-loss programs? How can people sort through the many programs available and select one that is right for them? Weighing the Options strives to answer these questions. Despite widespread public concern about weight, few studies have examined the long-term results of weight-loss programs. One reason that evaluating obesity management is difficult is that no other treatment depends so much on an individual's own initiative and state of mind. Now, a distinguished group of experts assembled by the Institute of Medicine addresses this compelling issue. Weighing the Options presents criteria for evaluating treatment programs for obesity and explores what these criteria mean--to health care providers, program designers, researchers, and even overweight people seeking help. In presenting its criteria the authors offer a wealth of information about weight loss: how obesity is on the rise, what types of weight-loss programs are available, how to define obesity, how well we maintain weight loss, and what approaches and practices appear to be most successful. Information about weight-loss programs--their clients, staff qualifications, services, and success rates--necessary to make wise program choices is discussed in detail. The book examines how client demographics and characteristics--including health status, knowledge of weight-loss issues, and attitude toward weight and body image--affect which programs clients choose, how successful they are likely to be with their choices, and what this means for outcome measurement. Short- and long-term safety consequences of weight loss are discussed as well as clinical assessment of individual patients. The authors document the health risks of being overweight, summarizing data indicating that even a small weight loss reduces the risk of disease and depression and increases self-esteem. At the same time, weight loss has been associated with some poor outcomes, and the book discusses the implications for program evaluation. Prevention can be even more important than treatment. In Weighing the Options, programs for population groups, efforts targeted to specific groups at high risk for obesity, and prevention of further weight gain in obese individuals get special attention. This book provides detailed guidance on how the weight-loss industry can improve its programs to help people be more successful at long-term weight loss. And it provides consumers with tips on selecting a program that will improve their chances of permanently losing excess weight.