Principles of Health Science promotes better student understanding of careers, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and diseases and disorders. Designed to build student reasoning, critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and effective communication skills, the text provides students with an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. New features to this edition include coverage of bioterrorism and additional coverage of professionalism knowledge and skills to better prepare students for internships.