Explore the Timely and Comprehensive Resource on Children’s Health

The mortality rate of children under age five has declined by half since the start of the twenty-first century, but still, millions of preventable deaths occur annually. Environmental issues, lifestyle choices, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the reemergence of diseases are causing a ripple effect on children’s health. In response, the fourth edition of The Gale Encyclopedia of Children’s Health offers a timely and comprehensive resource for students and readers interested in the health and wellbeing of our next generation.

A Reliable and Understandable Resource

This brand-new edition provides reliable and easy-to-understand information on the causes, symptoms, treatments, and diseases that affect the human population from birth to adolescence. With thorough and well-organized entries, enhanced with color photos and illustrations, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the complex issues surrounding children’s health.

What’s New in This Edition

• 865 total entries, including 25 new topics such as COVID-19, multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C), neonatal encephalopathy, pet therapy, vaping, and Zika virus disease
• 400 full-color photos, illustrations, graphs, and maps to facilitate visual learning
• Cross-references to help readers make connections between topics and explore related entries
• Sidebars with questions to ask healthcare providers, empowering readers to take charge of their health
• An appendix of key organizations providing additional support and resources
• Growth charts and immunization schedules for easy reference
• A general index of places, subjects, titles, and proper names mentioned within the text
• A comprehensive glossary of terms compiled from entry-specific Key Terms lists

This comprehensive encyclopedia is an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and healthcare professionals seeking to understand the complex landscape of children’s health. With its reliable and accessible information, it is an essential tool for anyone invested in the wellbeing of our next generation.

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