--- product_id: 221603 title: "Where There Is No Doctor: A Village Health Care Handbook" brand: "david werner, carol thuman, jane maxwell" price: "$72.48" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/221603-where-there-is-no-doctor-a-village-health-care-handbook store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Where There Is No Doctor: A Village Health Care Handbook **Brand:** david werner, carol thuman, jane maxwell **Price:** $72.48 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Where There Is No Doctor: A Village Health Care Handbook by david werner, carol thuman, jane maxwell - **How much does it cost?** $72.48 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/221603-where-there-is-no-doctor-a-village-health-care-handbook) ## Best For - david werner, carol thuman, jane maxwell enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted david werner, carol thuman, jane maxwell brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Considered by the World Health Organization to be the most widely-used health care manual in the world, Where There Is No Doctor provides easy-to-understand information on how to identify, treat, and prevent many common health issues. Inside you'll find information on: examining and caring for sick people – how to check breathing, pulse, and temperature; identifying diseases based on fever patterns, watching for signs of dangerous illnesses, and when to go for medical help identifying and treating illnesses – recognizing common sicknesses including dehydration, cold and flu, asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, and back pain, as well as serious illnesses like malaria, tuberculosis, tetanus, dengue, and typhoid fever sanitation and disease prevention – promoting good hygiene, step-by-step instructions to build a basic latrine, and prevention and treatment of intestinal parasites and worms first aid and wilderness medicine – how to treat minor injuries like small and large cuts and minor burns, and more serious injuries and conditions like drowning, broken bones, bullet or knife wounds, snakebites, and shock pregnancy and sexual health – staying healthy during pregnancy, preparing for birth, and delivering a baby; birth control methods; identifying, treating, and preventing sexually transmitted infections like HIV and syphilis medicines and home remedies – how and when to use medicines, how to tell if a home remedy is helpful or harmful, and an easy-to-reference index of medicines with uses, dosages, and precautions Heavily illustrated and written in plain language, this handbook emphasizes addressing the underlying causes of poor health and focuses on cleanliness, healthy diet, vaccinations, and appropriate, cautious use of medicines. Useful for health workers, educators, and others involved in primary care and health promotion, Where There Is No Doctor has been translated into over 75 languages around the world. This practical and trusted guide equips readers to protect and care for their own health, the health of their families and their communities, and helps identify which problems need the attention of an experienced health worker. The latest reprint (May 2025, 21st printing) includes current medication information such as updates on antibiotics and other medicines, and revised sections on night blindness and polio. About Hesperian Health Guides: Hesperian partners with health workers, community members, medical professionals, and others around the world to develop, publish, and share accurate health information. To help all people take greater control over their health, Hesperian’s books are written using plain, easy-to-understand language, feature plentiful illustrations and are regularly updated with the latest medical information. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Dimensions | 6.75 x 1 x 9.75 inches | | Edition | Second Edition, 21st Revised Printing (May 2025) | | Isbn 10 | 0942364155 | | Isbn 13 | 978-0942364156 | | Item Weight | 1.65 pounds | | Language | English | | Print Length | 446 pages | | Publication Date | January 1, 2020 | | Publisher | Hesperian Health Guides | ## Images ![Where There Is No Doctor: A Village Health Care Handbook - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91xhSTwmBCL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great medical guidebook *by on Reviewed in the United States June 7, 2025* This medical guidebook should be in every library! It covers vital first aid, preventative health measures (like hygiene and nutrition), and an abundance of information on everything in between. The writing style is easy-to-read and the illustrations are clear. While this book is available for free digitally, it is nice to have a physical copy just in case. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life Saver *by on Reviewed in the United States May 7, 2025* If you work overseas in any "under developed" area or in mission work anywhere in the world (except US) you've got to have this book. I work in Africa and it has proven to be life-saving and eye-opening more times than I can count. Well researched, practical, well illustrated, smart, easily portable. Can't live without it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simply Amazing! *by on Reviewed in the United States January 26, 2024* This is an amazing book! I have some medical training and a lot of home medical books but this one takes the cake. Almost all of the others are what to do until you can get professional help. But what if there are no professionals around and you are on your own, now what? This book fills the gap. This book is comprehensive and easy to understand with great illustrations. It even covers doses of common meds if you have them. This is a must buy especially if you think you could possibly be on your own and without professional medical help some day. ## Frequently Bought Together - Where There Is No Doctor: A Village Health Care Handbook (2024 Revision) - Where There Is No Dentist - The Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition: The Original Manual for Living Off the Land & Doing It Yourself (Homesteading & Off-Grid Survival) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/221603-where-there-is-no-doctor-a-village-health-care-handbook](https://www.desertcart.us/products/221603-where-there-is-no-doctor-a-village-health-care-handbook) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-12*