MRSA, or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, is an infection caused by a strain of staph that is resistant to broad-spectrum antibiotics. This book explains what is unique about MRSA bacteria, the symptoms of MRSA infections, and how they are currently treated. Health care and community strains of MRSA occur in different settings, and the different risk factors and strategies for prevention are also discussed.

An introduction to the life and career of the skateboarding legend Tony Hawk.

"Careers in health care are among the hottest, most in-demand occupations in the United States today. Comments from people in the industry, current statistics and forecasts, and realistic descriptions provide a useful look at health care jobs ranging from home health aides to registered nurses to physical therapists." --

"Teens who are contemplating their career choices, or are just curious about different jobs and professions, will find useful descriptions, essential facts, and valuable opinions and advice in this easy-to-use series"--

Looks at the foods of the people of Ghana, including groundnut soup, red-red, and kelewele.

"Hateful actions and rhetoric against Jews in the United States are increasing. These incidences are not motivated by individual conflicts, but rather by a form of prejudice known as anti-Semitism. It is based on an irrational conspiracy theory that blames Jews, as a group, for all of society's problems. No matter how illogical this theory is, it has been the rationale for discrimination, oppression, and violence against Jews throughout history."--...

Examines how and why some teenagers become alcoholics and discusses the effects of teen alcoholism, as well as treatment and prevention measures.