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1999
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Aiken, Dr. Lewis R. R.
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305.260973
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1994
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In this interdisciplinary text, Lewis R Aiken examines the elements that influence people in the later stages of life. Beginning with an historical overview of gerontology, the author discusses both pragmatic and philosophical concerns within the field. Factors impacting the process and results of ageing are carefully outlined and address such areas as biology, psychology, sociology, economics and politics. The interpersonal variability of the older population is stressed throughout the book, recognizing gender, ethnic, racial and cultural differences. Each chapter concludes with: a tho.
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Fossel, Michael.
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2004
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"Cells, Aging, and Human Disease examines aging from genes to clinical application, analyzing the cellular changes that underlie human age-related disease. The text explores both the fundamental processes of human aging and tissue-by-tissue pathology, as it details current research and state-of-the-art clinical interventions in aging and age-related disease." "Emphasizing human cell mechanisms, the first section of the book presents and analyzes our current knowledge of telomere biology and cell senescence. The text brings the reader up-to-date on telomere maintenance and dynamics. It explains both the limited and general model of cell senescence as the central component in human clinical aging."--Jacket.
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1999
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1999
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1999
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612.67 22
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2005
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This comprehensive volume surveys the molecular, cellular, hormonal, nutritional, medical, and lifestyle strategies being tested and applied for the prevention, intervention, and treatment of age-related diseases. With authoritative contributions not just from researchers in academic institutions and pharmaceutical and cosmeceutical industries, but also practicing clinicians of both mainstream and alternative medicine, demographers and bioethicists, this book provides unique scientific, ethical, and social perspectives on the discussion of aging intervention. In addition, the latest technologies in development, which will have serious bearings on future aging interventions, are reviewed. "Aging Interventions and Therapies" is ideal for graduates and undergraduates in universities and medical and nursing colleges, as well as post-graduates researching different aspects of aging and anti-aging. The topics covered are also highly relevant for professionals in the pharmaceutical, cosmeceutical, nutrition and healthcare industries, and practicing clinicians looking for a reliable and up-to-date resource on aging intervention and therapy.
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Overall, Christine, 1949-
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305.26 22
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2003
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Annotation With the help of medicine and technology we are living longer than ever before. As human life spans have increased, the moral and political issues surrounding longevity have become more complex. Should we desire to live as long as possible? What are the social ramifications of longer lives? How does a longer life span change the way we think about the value of our lives and about death and dying? Christine Overall offers a clear and intelligent discussion of the philosophical and cultural issues surrounding this difficult and often emotionally charged issue. Her book is unique in its comprehensive presentation and evaluation of the arguments & mdash;both ancient and contemporary & mdash;for and against prolonging life. It also proposes a progressive social policy for responding to dramatic increases in life expectancy. Writing from a feminist perspective, Overall highlights the ways that our biases about race, class, and gender have affected our views of elderly people and longevity, and her policy recommendations represent an effort to overcome these biases. She also covers the arguments surrounding the question of the "duty to die" and includes a provocative discussion of immortality. After judiciously weighing the benefits and the risks of prolonging human life, Overall persuasively concludes that the length of life does matter and that its duration can make a difference to the quality and value of our lives. Her book will be an essential guide as we consider our social responsibilities, the meaning of human life, and the prospects of living longer.
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1991
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