Miracles of Medicine

Imagine getting stitches without an anesthetic to dull the pain or having to fight off polio, the disease that causes paralysis and sometimes death, because there is no vaccine for it. There was a time when anesthetics and vaccines didn't exist. Life was a lot more painful and dangerous. While these two things have had nearly miraculous effects on medicine, other breakthroughs have also transformed and saved lives, such as artificial limbs and organ transplants. Still others, such as gene therapy, promise future miracles. This enlightening series guides readers through these innovations and more to provide a comprehensive yet comprehensible understanding of their far-reaching effects.
• Each in-depth book is a unique blend of history, science, and health topics
• Impressive design, including striking and colorful photographs, complements text
• Comprehension of literary nonfiction is essential to the Common Core English Language Arts Standards