HESPERIAN is a non-profit publisher of books and educational materials that help people take the lead in their own health care and organize to improve health conditions in their communities. Simply written, heavily illustrated, and developed in collaboration with groups around the world, our books contain a wealth of life-saving information on diagnosing and treating a broad range of health problems. We are most well known for our classic manual, Where There Is No Doctor. Other titles include: HIV, Health & Your Community, Disabled Village Children, A Book for Midwives, and many more. Spanish versions available.
Our newest publication, A Community Guide to Environmental Health brings together proven methods for combating a myriad of environmental problems that threaten people’s health. Created by Hesperian in collaboration with 120 communities from over 33 countries, the Guide is full of explanations, stories, and actions that individuals, families, and communities can take to address both the symptoms and root causes of today’s pressing environmental problems. The book covers:Preventing and Reducing Harm from Toxic Pollution; Protecting Community Water and Watershed;Restoring Land and Planting Trees; Food Security and Sustainable Farming; Solid Waste and Health Care Waste; Reducing Harm from Mining and Oil Development; and more.
