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Invisible Enemies: Stories of Infectious Disease.
by Jeanette Farrell.
The story of man's fight against seven major dangerous diseases.

Medicines From Nature.
by Peggy Thomas.
Discusses how we have learned from traditional healers around the world about the medicinal value of substances from nature.

Natural and Synthetic Poisons.
by Gail Kay Haines.
Describes the poisons that come from animals, plants, bacteria, earth, and water and discusses the science of toxicology and the work of a poison control center.

Pharmacy in the Forest: How Medicines are Found in the Natural World.
by Fred Powledge.
Identifies medicinal plants and their natural habitats while also explaining how these plants are found and tested for medical value.

Your Body's Defenses.
by David C. Knight.
Describes the body's various natural defenses against diseases and gives hints on how one can reinforce these defenses with rest, proper nutrition, etc.

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