Modern medicine can make you sick. Often, conventional medical treatments provoke reactions that may be worse than the illness itself. This groundbreaking new book analyzes conventional and alternative medicine, their treatments and therapies, strengths and weaknesses. Along with an in-depth and balanced discussion of current medical protocols, there is an comprehensive list of common health problems, matched with the treatments available from each discipline. Includes an evaluation and thorough discussion of hospitals, surgery, radiation, and vaccinations. For everyone concerned about their health, this exhaustive encyclopedia provides the information needed to make informed choices about health care.