In 1998, approximately 30 million people worldwide were living with HIV/AIDS, about 5 million of whom became infected that year. The epidemic continues to expand, with an estimated doubling time of 10 years, making AIDS the leading infectious cause of death ahead of tuberculosis and malaria. Even in the U.S.A. where the death rate from AIDS is declining as a result of effective drug therapies, HIV infection rates continue to climb in several population groups. The prevalence of AIDS among people over the age of 50 is steadily increasing, and most older people are unprepared to address it for a number of reasons, including the widespread discomfort with matters sexual and homosexual and the belief that elderly people are not sexually active and therefore not at risk.

This guide for care providers seeks to educate and inform readers about the difficulties and complications that accompany the disease in older people. Thus, while the appendix includes technical descriptions of methodology, data, and results, the narratives in the chapters describing the findings and their practical implications are written in layman's language. Topics covered include biomedical aspects, demographics, sexuality, stressors, mental health, older women, and patient care, all of which are supported by case studies.

Now beginning artists can get all the drawing help they need in one convenient place. Bestselling author Lee Hammond is known for her clear, basic methods for drawing nearly any subject. This giant book brings together the best projects from her other titles into one super-sized guide. Readers will find: - Popular subjects like people, animals, flowers and nature - An encouraging 'You Can Do It' section - Clear step-by-step instructions to guarantee success - Chapters on choosing materials and mastering basic techniques This entire book showcases realistic, appealing artwork that's truly achievable. Anyone can find creative success with Lee Hammond leading the way!

Il respiro è una grande fonte di benessere e guarigione. Riley Lee conduce attraverso una serie di semplici esercizi per favorire salute e vitalità immediate. L'apprendimento delle tecniche respiratorie corrette (esercizi di respiro profondo, veloce, superficiale, vigoroso), vi aiuterà a ridurre i livelli di stress, incrementare la circolazione sanguigna, ottimizzare l'apporto di ossigeno e sviluppare una maggior consapevolezza di Sé. Potrà inoltre essere di grande aiuto a chi soffre d'asma.