Dr Dawn's Guide to Heart Health

by Harper, Dawn

• ISBN13: 9781847093585
• ISBN10: 1847093582
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2015-06-18
• Publisher: Sheldon Press

Summary

This book is a one stop shop for all things cardiac. Starting with a lucid explanation of the anatomy of the cardiovascular system, it covers everything from high blood pressure and raised cholesterol to angina and heart failure, abnormal heart rhythms, disease of the valves of the heart, and diseases of the peripheral blood vessels. Who is at risk, and what you can do to reduce your risks, are also covered along with advice on lifestyle factors and realistic tips on how to help yourself. Dr Dawn also examines medical tests and examinations, when they may be necessary, and exactly what they're looking for.

Author Biography

Dr. Dawn works as NHS doctor in Gloucestershire. She has been working as a media doctor for over twelve years and her ability to simplify complex medical issues has made her an extremely sought after medical commentator and expert.

Dawn is best known as one of the presenters on Channel 4's hit series "Embarrassing Bodies" and "Embarrasing Bodies: Live From The Clinic". "Embarassing Bodies" ran for seven hugely successful series and spin offs included "Embarrasing Fat Bodies" and "Embarrasing Teen Bodies". Her last series called 'Born Naughty?' was shown on Channel 4 and saw Dawn help children with serious behavioural problems. Dawn is also a regular contributor to BBC1's "Inside Out" where she has covered a diverse range of subjects from challenges facing the medical profession to IVF.

Over the last two years Sheldon Press have published a series of ten "Dr Dawn's Guide To ..." books including heart health and weight and diabetes. Dawn's newest booked is "Live Well to 101" which was published by Headline in February 2018. Dawn also writes for a variety of publications including "Healthspan", "Healthy Food Guide" and "NetDoctor" and is also a regular on Talk Radio reviewing the papers. In additon to this she is also a contributing editor for the publication Be Healthy magazine.