Address the growing societal problem of childhood obesity with this practical guide Childhood obesity and its associated health issues remain major societal concerns across both developed and developing worlds. In the United Kingdom, as many as a quarter of all children starting school are living with obesity, and this prevalence only increases as children and young people age. It has never been more critical for dietitians, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals to understand the mechanisms of childhood obesity and how to tackle this significant public health issue. Child and Adolescent Obesity offers a comprehensive, practical, evidence-based overview of this subject. Adopting a modern approach, it incorporates global perspectives, including parent interviews, to produce a thorough and rigorous discussion of best practices. Clear and accessible, it is a must-own for all social and healthcare professionals working with children and adolescents. Readers will also find: In-depth discussion of the building blocks of successful programmes Detailed discussion of topics including physical activity, family mealtimes, the whole systems approach, and more Guidelines for communicating key concepts related to obesity management with policymakers, senior managers, commissioners, and the general public Child and Adolescent Obesity is ideal for dietitians, nutritionists, health and social care professionals, and students and trainees for these professions.
Anesthesia for Fetal Intervention and Surgeryis directed towards those medical specialists who care for fetal patients. This textbook contains all aspects of these cases, from pharmacology and physiology of the fetal patient and mother to specific techniques for open surgery, fetoscopic surgery, and EXIT procedures. By addressing and clarifying these issues,Anesthesia for Fetal Intervention and Surgerycontributes greatly to a cohesive approach to the management and treatment of the fetal patient.
More than 300 exciting travel destinations in Southern California, carefully selected, with an eye to families with children 2-12, have been compiled in this convenient format-- an invaluable resource for residents and visitors alike. From Disneyland and Sea World to dozens of smaller family attractions from San Diego to San Louis Obispo, Southern California has it all for family fun and parents can find it all in this one-stop resource for top family travel destinations.
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