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Cystic Fibrosis

Wacky Juice Machines

Maria Baimas-George author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:15th Feb '24

Should be back in stock very soon

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A colorful book introducing the condition Cystic Fibrosis to children and their families, providing comfort, hope, and key information.

An informative and enjoyable book introducing the condition Cystic Fibrosis to children and their families, providing comfort, hope, and key information. Featuring easy to understand language, helpful facts and fun color illustrations, this book is part of the innovative series The Strength of My Scars by surgeon, Maria Baimas-George.Cystic Fibrosis: Wacky Juice Machines, guides readers through a story about Cystic Fibrosis (CF) that answers many questions about this complex condition, including: What is it? How do you get it? What does it do? How do you treat it? The story uses an analogy that compares your body to a juice machine and is written in easy to understand language with vibrant illustration to ensure it is comprehensive while being fun, comforting, and hopeful. It includes a glossary of common words you'll hear doctors use through treatment and a 'Facts' section containing important information. Additional special sections describe common CF symptoms, airway clearance therapies, nutritional facts and tips, and provide a comprehensive list of the doctors and other medical specialists that work with CF patients. This informative and enjoyable book is part of the series The Strength of My Scars, written and illustrated by surgeon, Maria Baimas-George.

ISBN: 9781009440813

Dimensions: 204mm x 204mm x 3mm

Weight: 90g

28 pages