Clues

1. A rare disorder characterized by inflammation of the muscles and the skin
2. Its cause is unknown but it may result from either a viral infection or autoimmune reaction
3. Occurs in all ages but most common among middle-age adults and school-age children
4. Women are most frequently affected
5. Actor Laurence Olivier suffered from this disease in 1974 and nearly died

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Selected and reviewed by Library Journal contributors, here is their list of the best health books of the year:

The mommy docs' ultimate guide to pregnancy and birth by Yvonne Bohn [et al.]

The diabetes manifesto: take charge of your life by Lynn Crowe, Julie Stachowiak

The buena salud guide for a healthy heart by Jane L. Delgado; foreword by John C. Lewin

Your medical mind: how to decide what is right for you by Jerome Groopman and Pamela Hartzband

Good housekeeping drop 5 lbs: the small changes, big results diet by Heather K. Jones; edited by Rosemary Ellis

It's that time of year when the hustle and bustle during the holiday season starts to take its toll. Being in crowded malls, family gatherings, and office parties brings us together in close proximity and that means more opportunities for cold and flu viruses to spread more rapidly. Here are some tips to avoid getting sick and check out this book, The Secrets of People Who Never Get Sick.