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Selected Reference Books

Great for statistics, definitions, general overview of topic...

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  • The Cambridge World History of Food
    		•  Ref TX 353 C255 2000 (v.1-2)
  • Demographics of the U.S.: Trends and Projections
    		•  Ready Ref HB 849.49 R875 2000
  • Encyclopedia of Aging
    		•  Ref HQ 1061 E534 2002 (v.1-4)
  • Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol, and Addictive Behavior
    		•  Ref HV 5804 E53 2001 (v.1-4)
  • Encyclopedia of Foods: A Guide to Healthy Nutrition
    		• Ref TX 349 E482 2002
  • The Encyclopedia of Obesity and Eating Disorders
    		• Ref RC 552 E18 C37 2000
  • Encyclopedia of Sex
    		•  Ref HQ 9 E54 2000
  • The Encyclopedia of Understanding Alcohol and Other Drugs
    		•  Ref HV 5017 O37 1999 (v.1-2)
  • Encyclopedia of Women and Sports
    		•  Ref GV 709 S44 1996
  • Encyclopedia of Women's Health Issues
    		•  Ref RA 778 G39 2002
  • Everywoman's Guide to Nutrition
    		• Ref RA 778 B879 1991
  • Great Women Athletes of the 20th Century
    		•  Ref GV 697 A1 C68 1991
  • Handbook of Assessment Methods for Eating Behaviors
    and Weight-Related Problems
    		•  Ref RC 552 E18 H357 1995
  • Handbook of Sexuality-Related Measures
    		•  Ref HQ 60 H36 1998
  • The International Encyclopedia of Sexuality
    		•  Ref HQ 21 I68 1997 (v.1-4)
  • International Encyclopedia of Women and Sports
    		•  Ref GV 709 I58 2000 (v.1-3)
  • Melloni's Illustrated Medical Dictionary
    		•  Ref R 121 D76 2002
  • Mount Sinai School of Medicine Complete Book of Nutrition
    		• Ref RM 217.2 M68 1990
  • The Oxford Companion to the Body
    		• Ref QM 7 O96 2001
  • The Oxford Companion to Food
    		•  Ref TX 349 D36 1999
  • Oxford Companion to World Sports and Games
    		• Ref GV 207 O93
  • Peterson's Graduate Programs in Business, Education, Health,
    Information Studies, Law, & Social Work
    		• Ready Ref L 901 P459
  • Women's Complete Healthbook
    		• Ref RA 778 W748 1995
  • Women's Sports Encyclopedia
    		•  Ref GV 709 W589 1997

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    Suggested Subject Headings and Location of Books in Our Library

    Search the Library Catalog by keyword, subject, title, or author. Edens Library offers books and other materials on a variety of Physical Education and Health Promotion subjects, including:
    Aerobic exercises
    Athletics
    Diet
    Eating disorders
    Exercise
    First aid
    Health
    Health education    		 Nutrition
    Obesity
    Physical education
    Physical education for women
    Physical fitness
    Self-care, Health
    Sports
    Women -- Health and hygiene

    ...Or, you can browse the following sections in the library's General Collection and Reference areas:

    GV -- Recreation, Sports, Games
    TX -- Home Economics
    QM -- Human Anatomy
    QP -- Physiology
    R -- Medicine (General)
    RA -- Public Aspects of Medicine
    RB -- Pathology
    RC -- Internal Medicine
    RE -- Opthalmology
    RG --Gynecology and Obstetrics    		 RJ -- Pediatrics
    RK -- Dentistry
    RL -- Dermatology
    RM -- Therapeutics, Pharmacology
    RS -- Pharmacy, Materia Medica
    RT -- Nursing
    RV -- Botanic, Thomsonian, Eclectic Medicine
    RX -- Homeopathy
    RZ -- Other Systems of Medicine

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    Databases for Research

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    *For additional databases, see the Databases for Research page.

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    Periodicals (Journals, Magazines, Newspapers)

    The following periodicals, held by Edens Library, are excellent resources for exploring current topics in Physical Education and Health Promotion. Check the Library Catalog for holdings.

    Journals
    American Journal of Public Health
    JOPERD: Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
    The New England Journal of Medicine
    The Physician and Sportsmedicine
    South Carolina Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance     		Magazines
    Health
    Self

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    Recommended Internet Sites for Physical Education and Health Promotion

  • Physical Education
  • Health Promotion & Education (General)
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alcohol & Drug Addiction
  • Cancer
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  • Dermatology
  • Food & Nutrition
  • Health Statistics
  • Mental Health
  • Women's Health
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    Physical Education
    American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
    Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology (AAASP)
    CNN/Sports Illustrated - Women's Sports
    Feminist Majority Foundation: Women & Girls in Sports
    Human Kinetics: The Information Leader in Physical Activity
    The National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA)
    The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
    Sports Physical Therapy Section (SPTS) of the American Physical Therapy Association
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    Health Promotion & Education (General)
    (Also see the Health & Medicine subject guide)
    Balance, Mind, Body and Soul
    "Has current, reliable information on food, nutrition and physical fitness. You can ask a dietitian your questions."
    The California Black Health Network
    "A Consortium of community-based agencies promoting improved health status for black Americans."
    drkoop.com
    A company led by Dr. C. Everett Koop, former U.S. Surgeon General, and others who are dedicated to improving the quality of people's lives by empowering them to improve their health
    Health Information (U.S. National Library of Medicine)
    HealthAtoZ
    "A comprehensive, well-integrated health and medical resource developed by healthcare professionals whose aim is to partner with consumers so that every individual and family can better manage their health"
    MayoClinic.com
    "Our presence on the Web is a natural extension of Mayo's long-standing commitment to provide health education to our patients and the general public. MayoClinic.com is the only Web site that gives you access to the experience and knowledge of the more than 2,000 physicians and scientists of the Mayo Clinic."
    MyPyramid.com
    "This official government Web site provides information about the food guide pyramid released in 2005 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Includes detailed information for every food group represented in the new "sideways" pyramid (which is an update on the 1992 food pyramid); a personalized food guide based on your age, sex, and activity level; and related tips and resources for consumers, educators, and professionals. Searchable."
    Safety Alerts.com
    "Health and safety news and information, featuring comprehensive product recalls and safety warnings"
    U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
    WebMD Health
    "A press-credentialed medical news organization whose goal is to be the world’s premiere authoritative daily news source for health and medicine"
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    AIDS/HIV
    (Also see the Health & Medicine subject guide)
    The Body: An AIDS & HIV Information Resource
    Harvard AIDS Institute
    "Dedicated to conducting and catalyzing research to end the worldwide AIDS epidemic"
    Johns Hopkins AIDS Service
    Office of AIDS Research (National Institutes of Health)
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    Alcohol and Drug Addiction
    (Also see the Health & Medicine subject guide)
    Alcoholics Anonymous
    NicoNews Bureau
    Interactive tools and tips to help you quit smoking
    PREVLINE (Prevention Online): The National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
    A service of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
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    Cancer
    (Also see the Health & Medicine subject guide)
    American Cancer Society
    breastcancer.org
    "A non-profit organization for breast cancer education"
    Faces of Hope
    "A breast cancer education and awareness program"
    National Breast Cancer Coalition
    National Cancer Institute
    Women's Cancer Network
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    Dermatology
    (Also see the Health & Medicine subject guide)
    American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
    National Eczema Association for Science and Education
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    Food & Nutrition
    (Also see the Health & Medicine subject guide)
    American Dietetic Association
    "Your Link to Nutrition and Health"
    Balance, Mind, Body and Soul
    "Has current, reliable information on food, nutrition and physical fitness. You can ask a dietitian your questions."
    College Eating Guide
    "Helpful information and tips each month for eating well on campus. There's the Nutrition Calculator for your own diet analysis. It has information in a friendly easy-to-understand Food Facts Label format for hundreds of recipes that are served on your menus."
    Healthy Eating with The Food Guide Pyramid (National Agricultural Library)
    Dietary Guidelines for Americans
    (U.S. Dept. of Agriculture & U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services)
    Dying To Be Thin - "This companion site to the film "Dying to be Thin" includes information on minority women and eating disorders, personal stories, resources, and frequently asked questions answered by an experienced psychologist."
    MyPyramid.com
    "This official government Web site provides information about the food guide pyramid released in 2005 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Includes detailed information for every food group represented in the new "sideways" pyramid (which is an update on the 1992 food pyramid); a personalized food guide based on your age, sex, and activity level; and related tips and resources for consumers, educators, and professionals. Searchable."
    U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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    Health Statistics
    (Also see the Health & Medicine subject guide and the Internet Reference Sites - Statistics page)
    Health Statistics (Health Sciences Library System, University of Pittsburgh)
    A guide to locating health statistics and resources available on the World Wide Web
    National Center for Health Statistics
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    Mental Health
    (Also see the Recommended Internet Sites on the Psychology subject guide)
    Community Psychology Network (CPN)
    National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
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    Women's Health
    (Also see the Women's Health Internet Sites on the Women's Studies and Health & Medicine subject guides)
    American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (OCOG): Women's Health Care Physicians
    Faces of Hope
    "A breast cancer education and awareness program"
    JAMA Women's Health Information Center
    Peer-reviewed resources from The Journal of the American Medical Association
    The National Women's Health Information Center (NWHIC)
    "Provides a gateway to the vast array of Federal and other women's health information resources"
    Women's Cancer Network
    Women's Health & Gynecology (ObGyn) (HardinMD)
    "We list the best sites that list the sites"
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    *NOTE: The date at the end of each "Recommended Internet Sites" entry indicates when the entry was added or modified.

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    Date: 6/13/06
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