The Heart of the Matter or Social Work in Oncology

The Heart of the Matter: The African-American's Guide to Heart Disease, Heart Treatment, and Heart Wellness

Author: Herbert Stern

This seminal work on heart disease in the African American community is updated with the latest information on nutrition and dietary guidelines, heart surgery, and medication in this revised edition. As important today as it was when originally published five years ago, this informative guide provides African Americans with the most cutting-edge information on cardiovascular disease, blood lipids, and strokes, the most current and successful medications and therapies on the market, and recent developments in understanding the role that spirituality plays in recovery. Preventative techniques that address the social and cultural dynamics that affect the health of African Americans are discussed, and more than 50 heart-healthy soul food recipes are included to ensure that African Americans get—and stay—on the healthy track.

Table of Contents:

Acknowledgments     vii
Preface     ix
Heart Courage     1
Lifestyle Choices to Prevent Heart Disease     19
What Is Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)?     31
Heart Disease in Women: New Evidence, New Thinking, Brighter Future     51
Operating on the Heart     63
Early Detection of Coronary Artery Disease     79
Choosing What to Eat and Heart Healthy Recipes     91
Prevent a Heart Attack: Reduce Your Stress     135
Your Rights as a Patient     165
Afterword     169
Common Drugs Used in the Treatment of Heart Disease     171
References     175
Index     185
About the Authors     193

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Social Work in Oncology: Supporting Survivors, Families and Caregivers

Author: Marie M Lauria

Your resource for social work in the cancer field

Whether you are a new social worker or an experienced one in the oncology field, this book is a valuable reference tool. Offering a solid foundation on which to begin or build an oncology practice, this volume is rich with information.

Social Work in Oncology includes:

• Discussion of the emotional and social impact of cancer on children,adults, and their families
• The latest information about diagnosis and treatment
• Coverage of the full range of social work interventions applied incancer care
• A patient information section onidentifying, accessing, and usingsupport services

Marie M. Lauria, Elizabeth J. Clark, JoanF. Hermann, and Naomi M. Stearns