Health books from Bored Feet Press
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Nature's Dirty Needle
What You Need to Know about Chronic Lyme Disease and How to Get Help to Feel Better
by Mara Williams, RN, MSN, ANP-BC
Foreword by Neil Nathan, M.D.
This clearly written book describes Chronic Lyme Disease, the different co-infections, what the symptoms are, and how best to get help. Personal stories of those who have dealt with these infections tell of finding the right health care provider, getting the correct diagnosis, then proper treatment.
Out of the Woods
Healing Lyme Disease — Body, Mind & Spirit
Katina I Makris, CCH, CIH
Makris' vivid story offers practical info for diagnosing and treating the bacterial infection, as well as powerful guidance for mending the broken spirit. Part recovery memoir and part resource guide, this book provides vital alternative medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Poison Ivy, Pets & People
Scratching the Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac Itch
Heidi Ratner-Connolly & Randy Connolly
This succinct handbook covers the information readers need to identify and avoid poison oak, poison ivy, and poison sumac. Also includes safe methods of eradicating the plants and treating the unpleasant rashes.
Bees & Other Stinging Insects
Bee Aware and Bee Safe
Heidi Ratner-Connolly & Randy Connolly
This book informs readers about the various kinds of insect stings and bites — how to avoid them and what to do if someone is attacked, especially if they have an allergic reaction.
Dancing with the Diagnosis
Steps For Taking The Lead When Facing Cancer
Michelle Waters, Foreword by Robert H. Schuller
In this book, Waters pairs her cancer experience with her expertise as a university instructor, and encourages readers to take an active part in their healing process through the use of effective, positive communication.
Say Yes Quickly
A Cancer Tapestry
Mary Bradish O'Connor
This book of well crafted poems and short prose pieces describes the experience of being diagnosed, treated and living with cancer.