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New Media Titles Good Travel, Good Health
Although a new and modern millennium is upon us, travel to remote and exotic locations still carries inherent dangers. Having just returned from the Sixth International Conference on Travel Medicine in Montreal, two experts in "emporiatrics" (from the Greek emporos [to go on board ship] and iatrake [medicine] ) provide an up-to-date report on contemporary issues in travel medicine. (VHS)

Post-Stroke Rehabilitation
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of disability among adults. Restoring lost abilities in these patients is the goal of post-stroke rehabilitation. Critical to its success is an interdisciplinary approach that requires the active participation of the patient and family. This film gives the viewer an insider's perspective into the daily activities of a cutting-edge stroke rehabilitation program. (VHS)

Seizure Disorders: Classification and Treatment
Seizure disorders can take on a variety of manifestations, making classification critical to selecting correct treatment interventions. The ideal situation is to treat each patient with one agent that eliminates his or her seizures with no drug-related side effects. The goals are simple, finding effective therapies can be challenging. This film reviews the classification of seizure disorders in adults and children and outlines the proper management of these patients. (VHS)

Recognizing and Treating Anxiety
When does anxiety cross the line from being part of everyday living to a disorder that requires intervention? What are the clinical features that distinguish generalized anxiety from disorders such as panic attack? In this candid live presentation, case examples are used to describe diagnostic clues and treatment options. (VHS)

Expert Perspectives on Contemporary Clinical Issues in Hepatitis C - Parts One & Two
The potentially serious consequences of chronic hepatitis C and the need for treatment are more widely recognized than ever before. In part one of this 2-part video series based on information from the acclaimed CD-ROM, "Clinician's Companion III", you'll learn about the dramatic progress that has been made over the past year in managing hepatitis C - including new evidence about the natural history of the disease that may help identify more asymptomatic patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV). In part two of the series, you'll learn about state-of-the-art management strategies for relapsers and nonresponders. The important role of the primary care physician in managing hepatitis C is also examined. (VHS)

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