How the body works -- Cells -- Blood system -- Heart -- Breathing -- Skeleton -- Muscles -- digestive system -- Teeth -- Liver and kidneys -- Skin -- Nerves -- Brain -- Seeing -- Tasting and smelling -- Hearing -- Reproduction -- How a baby grows -- Fighting germs -- Replacing parts -- Glossary -- Books/videos/web sites -- Index.
Summary
Offers a look at the various organs that help make the body work and explores the advances in science and medicine that have enhanced the quality of our lives.