Describes CD-ROM applications in the following areas: (1) reference services; (2) indexes and abstracts; (3) business; (4) medicine; (5) law; (6) education; and (7) map and geographic information. A 58-item company and product directory is included. (MES)

Bibliographic entries are found under these major headings: history of science (general references and tools); science and its history from special points of view; histories of the special sciences; (earth science, biological sciences, social sciences, medicine, and others); and chronological classification (middle ages, India, Far East,…

Examines work of the past decade that has elucidated the place, function, and nature of science in American medicine and on the need and means to develop a more ample and balanced history of the meanings of that science. (JN)

Addresses problem of patient noncompliance with regimens of prescribed medication, with attention to incidence and illogical nature of this behavior. Psychological theory of cognitive dissonance is suggested as appropriate to understanding some aspects of noncompliance because medicinal preparations represent stimuli that are not necessarily…

Various studies indicate that Vitamin C does not prevent or cure a cold, but it may ameliorate symptoms in some individuals. The development of a balanced life-style is more effective towards cold prevention. (DF)

The definition of comparative medicine is discussed, and a review of its history is given along with examples of its use. The author asserts that comparative medicine should be centered on disease phenomena, not on humans. (CB)

Ways in which medical successes have come about are reviewed, including who and what were responsible for the clinical advances, what sped or held them back, and lessons that decrease the likelihood of failure. Consideration is given to clinical application, the use of task forces and commissions, and scientific literature. (LBH)

Presented are eight abstracts of a symposium held in conjunction with the American Physiological Society (APS) and the American Society of Zoologists (ASZ). Fish gill structure and function, renal function, acid-base balance and ionic sensitivity are topics discussed. (EB)

Education in the homeopathic schools of medicine is under the direct guidance of the American Institute of Homeopathy, and the requirements of the American Federation of State Medical Examiners Boards are fulfilled in all details, so that graduates may comply with the requirements of all the States and Territorial possessions. There were 45 more…

Reviews the role of interferon, (a nonspecific antiviral protein developed by mammals, birds, a reptile and fish after infection), in recovery from virus infection. (AL)

Reviews literature related to the possibility of increasing the effectiveness of contraceptives, particularly for the less-developed countries, and concludes that over the short and medium terms, the availability of induced abortion, be it surgical or chemical, is likely to be the most crucial component of any major effort to reduce birth rates"…

A preliminary investigation which revealed the omission of four full length articles on rheumatology from Index Medicus'' is reported upon. Further investigations are in progress and will be reported at a later date. (Author/SJ)