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Ethics of Inclusion: The cases of Health, Economics, Education, Digitalization and the Environment in the post-COVID-19 Era - Hardcover

$190.01

by Julia M. Puaschunder (Author)Ethics of Inclusion captures fairness and social justice for all from an ethical perspective in our post-pandemic world. The book discusses inequality in Healthcare, Economics & Finance, Education, Digitalization, and the Environment, in order to envision economics of diversity and a transition to a more inclusive society. A wide-ranging approach addresses issues of inequality in access to innovations such as telemedicine and artificial intelligence, econom...

The Cognitive Neuropsychology of Language (Psychology Revivals) - Paperback

$76.12

by Max Coltheart (Editor), Giuseppe Sartori (Editor), Remo Job (Editor)Damage to the brain can impair language in many different ways, severely harming some linguistic functions whilst sparing others. To achieve some understanding of the apparently bewildering diversity of language disorders, it is necessary to interpret impaired linguistic performance by relating it to a model of normal linguistic performance. Originally published in 1987, this book describes the application of such models o...

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by Carola Beresford-Cooke (Author)Written by a well-known and highly respected author and practitioner within the field, Shiatsu Theory and Practice is a complete introduction to the theory and practice of Zen shiatsu, drawing in detail on the theoretical foundation of both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Phase theory as well as that of Zen. Beresford-Cooke explains the strands of theory in a way which makes their integration into practice clear and rational. She includes step-by-step d...

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Treating Insomnia with Chinese Medicine: A Synthesis of Clinical Experience - Paperback

$76.14

by Yoann Birling (Author)Treating insomnia is often approached from either a western psychological and medicinal perspective or from a Chinese medicine perspective. This clinical guide successfully synergises both approaches and allows acupuncturists and Chinese medicine practitioners the opportunity to provide an integrated treatment plan which also addresses the management of co-morbidities.The first half of this book presents the latest knowledge and research around insomnia from the persp...

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Sun's Dance of the Channels: Understanding Channel Interactions and Holography - Paperback

$40.43

by Jonathan Shubs (Author)When the train comes to a stop a new adventure would begin. Sun was returning to their grandparents for another summer. Expectations were high. They wanted to explore how the channels and the acupuncture points on them worked. Written in an accessible, story-telling format in the context of a child, Sun, visiting their grandparents and having lessons over afternoon tea, this book targets practitioners looking to go beyond the foundations to acquire a deeper understan...

Evidence-Based Clinical Chinese Medicine - Volume 19: Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Hardcover

$158.76

by Charlie Changli Xue (Editor in Chief), Chuanjian Lu (Editor in Chief), Shefton Parker (Author)Irritable bowel syndrome is a type of functional bowel disorder causing symptoms of abdominal pain and altered bowel habits such as diarrhoea (IBS-D) and constipation (IBS-C). This book uses the 'whole evidence' approach to give an overview of the available evidence for Chinese medicine treatment for irritable bowel syndrome, particularly subtypes IBS-D and IBS-C.The book starts by summarising the...

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by Yulia Desheva (Editor)Vaccination is the most effective and scientifically based means of protection against infectious diseases, especially in this era of the COVID-19 pandemic. This book examines several issues related to the development of vaccines against viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections. Number of Pages: 82 Dimensions: 0.25 x 9.61 x 6.69 IN Publication Date: May 12, 2022

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Wound Healing: From Bench to Bedside - Hardcover

$57.71

by Xing Dai (Editor), Sabine Werner (Editor), Cheng-Ming Chuong (Editor)Efficient wound healing is critical for survival and fitness of all animals. Complex signaling networks within tissues respond to injury by activating repair mechanisms that promote diverse cellular behaviors, including proliferation, migration, and new lineage choices. A better understanding of normal injury responses is essential for the development of therapies for various skin-healing disorders, including chronic woun...

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Cycles: The Science of Periods, Why They Matter, and How to Nourish Each Phase - Hardcover

$27.95

by Amy J. Hammer (Author), Fatima Bravo (Illustrator)Reclaim your cycle and support your health with this detailed guide featuring 100+ recipes and practices from RN, and author of How to Grow a Baby, Amy Hammer. There is no one-size-fits-all guide to your cycle. But registered nurse Amy Hammer arms you with a strong foundation in physiology and hormonal health, explores historical and sociocultural aspects of women's health, and reimagines the phases of the menstrual cycle as aligning with t...

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How Medicine Works and When It Doesn't: Learning Who to Trust to Get and Stay Healthy - Hardcover

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by F. Perry Wilson (Author)Blending personal anecdotes with hard science, an accomplished physician, researcher, and science communicator gives you the tools to avoid medical misinformation and take control of your health "A brilliant step toward patients and physicians alike reclaiming a sense of confidence in a system that often feels overwhelming and mismanaged" (Gabby Bernstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Universe Has Your Back). We live in an age of medical miracles. N...

Emergent Pulmonary Embolism Management in Hospital Practice: From Hyperacute to Follow-Up Care - Hardcover

$142.56

by Colm McCabe (Editor), Aaron Waxman (Editor)Pulmonary embolism (PE) has experienced a rapid expansion in available treatments, from hyperacute emergency care to the detailed investigation of persistent breathlessness despite anticoagulation during follow up. Whilst recent clinical practice guidelines provide a robust evidence base for more routine aspects of pulmonary embolism management, clinicians frequently face patient-specific challenges where the evidence for how to proceed with patie...

Esther López y Repentinitis 2: El libro definitivo contra el genocidio - Paperback

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by Enrique de Diego Villagran (Author)Dice el ex vicepresidente de Pfizer, Michael Yeadon, que con el genocidio que se está cometiendo no se explica cómo no hay noches de "antorchas y horcas" y linchamientos contra sus autores. Este es el libro definitivo para esas jornadas de Justicia que, sin ningún género de dudas, se producirán a lo largo de este año, porque todos los Gobiernos de lo que conocemos como Occidente han perdido por completo la legitimidad de ejercicio. Number of Pages: 314 Di...

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Ru486: Misconceptions, Myths and Morals - Paperback

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by Janice G. Raymond (Author), Lynette Joy Dumble (Author), Renate Klein (Author)A classic text for health activists and feminists interested in the complexities of how drugs are developed, marketed, and sold to women around the world, this book reviews the unusual history of the French abortion pill RU-486. Critical of the positive claims made for RU-486, it argues that its promotion is filled with myths and misconceptions. Scrutinizing the science and politics behind RU-486, this account ex...

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Attention: Selection and Control in Human Information Processing - Paperback

$169.27

by Robert W. Proctor (Author), Kim-Phuong L. Vu (Author)This text presents a comprehensive and accessible overview of the science of attention, conveying its central findings and applications to real-world issues, including its relationship with technology, learning, and memory. The study of attention is a core area of psychology that is particularly relevant today, given the ever-increasing demands on our mental workload. This book conveys the essential issues in attention research, showing...

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Animal Doctors (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 1/Co-Reader) - Paperback

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by Libby Romero (Author)THE VET IS IN! Join animal doctors as they care for cuddly pets and farm animals, rehabilitate cool wild animals, and rescue big sea life in this Level 1 Co-reader! Through this delightful beginning reader, youngsters and their grown-ups can follow veterinarians throughout their day as they care for sick and healthy animals, from house pets to zoo and ocean animals. National Geographic Kids Readers have been a hit in the beginning reader category, and this book builds ...

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by Mairi Chong (Author)"I was so engrossed in this and read it in a day . . . kept me gripped!" --Goodreads reviewer, five stars Is it grief--or guilt? A doctor investigates a colleague in mourning in this addictive mystery by the author of Deadly Diagnosis. When she pays a condolence call to medical secretary Sara Wiseman, Dr. Cathy Moreland is a bit taken aback to find Sara more upset about the recent suspicious death of her colleague at the hospital than the loss of her own mother. But Ca...

Viruses: A Very Short Introduction - Paperback

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by Dorothy H. Crawford (Author)Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring Viruses are everywhere, and as the COVID-19 pandemic has shown, cannot be ignored. From their discovery to the unravelling of their intricate structures, this Very Short Introduction provides a rounded and concise account of the nature of viruses, how they attack their hosts, and the efforts to control them. In this new edition, Dorothy H. Crawford examines the recent rise in emerging virus infections, espec...

Inequality Kills Us All: Covid-19's Health Lessons for the World - Paperback

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by Stephen Bezruchka (Author)The complex answer to why the United States does so poorly in health measures has at its base one pervasive issue: The United States has by far the highest levels of inequality of all the rich countries. Inequality Kills Us All details how living in a society with entrenched hierarchies increases the negative effects of illnesses for everyone. The antidote must start, Stephen Bezruchka recognizes, with a broader awareness of the nature of the problem, and out of t...

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The New Abnormal: The Rise of the Biomedical Security State - Hardcover

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by Aaron Kheriaty (Author)The coronavirus pandemic conferred enormous power on certain government officials. They have no intention of giving it up. In the space of a few weeks in early 2020, Americans witnessed the imposition of previously unimagined social controls by the biomedical security state--the unelected technocrats who suddenly enjoyed nearly absolute power to incarcerate, isolate, and medicate the entire population. In this chilling new book, a dissident scientist reveals the peo...

Physicians and Professional Behavior Management Strategies: A Leadership Roadmap and Guide with Case Studies - Paperback

$64.80

by Matthew J. Mazurek (Author)One of the most difficult tasks physician leaders regularly face is managing and mitigating unprofessional physician conduct complaints from patients, colleagues, nurses, and staff. Navigating the process well is usually a trial-by-fire exercise for most. Newly appointed physician leaders, especially, are nervous and uncomfortable confronting these issues with their colleagues.Physicians and Professional Behavior Management Strategies aims to assuage those concer...

Mental Health Care in Paramedic Practice - Paperback

$74.86

by Ursula Rolfe (Author), David Partlow (Author)Mental health conditions are becoming more prevalent in today's society and it has been estimated that 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives. The increase in mental health complaints has also affected the volume of calls to 999 in which paramedics are regularly called to address patients' mental health concerns. The complexities and nuances within mental health means that many paramedics feel ...

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The Spirit of the Blood: Interpreting Laboratory Tests Through the Lens of Chinese Medicine - Paperback

$81.00

by Randine Lewis (Author)This ground-breaking text guides readers in interpreting and evaluating lab results through the lens of Chinese medicine. Sharing decades of expert knowledge and experience, Randine Lewis bridges the gap and translates Western medicine into Chinese medicine and biomedical results, consolidating both in a grounded and clear approach that allows practitioners to remain true to core Oriental principles around the basis of disease and healing.Each section highlights perti...

Time and Tides: One Man's Battle for Survival Through the Eyes of His Wife - Hardcover

$43.13

by J. Maki (Author)In this poignant memoir, Janet Maki invites readers into her personal journal as she and her husband face one of life's greatest challenges. Together, they built an award-winning vineyard and winery in Pennsylvania and were living the life of their dreams. But when her husband receives a devastating diagnosis, their world is turned completely upside down. As Janet faces the reality of her husband's illness, she turns to her journal as a way to process her emotions and make ...

The scientific Naturopath A leap into the evidence behind naturopathy philosophies - Paperback

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by Prof (Dr ). Pradeep Nair (Author) The science of yoga & naturopathy has always stood the test of time and continues to amaze both the health seekers and healthcare givers. However, the quest for modernization and impatience among the stakeholders to invent shortcut remedies to mimic modern medical practice has dimmed the original philosophical essence of this holistic system of medicine. The younger generation _x0003_naturopaths are influenced by the gimmicks of illusory truth and have...

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by R. J. Lambert (Author)Bat City Review co-founder and former Michener Poetry Fellow R.J. Lambert's much-anticipated debut poetry collection brings together pop music and fine art, celebrities and philosophers, and nature and neon with a candid and curious sensibility. Featuring the winner of the Patricia Cleary Miller Award, an Atlanta Review International Merit Award, and a Pushcart Prize nomination, each finely honed lyric poem "persists in a small flowering."From Justin Jannise, former E...

Human Factors in Paramedic Practice - Paperback

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by Gary Rutherford (Editor)The system elements of paramedic practice are interconnected and complex. These elements can include the patient, the paramedic and their colleagues, the environment, the equipment, the tasks, and the processes and procedures of the organisation. Considering the socio-technical realities of care that paramedics provide are so complex, how can you best meet these challenges to support safe and effective practice as a clinician?Written as an introduction to the discip...

Discordant Pandemic Narratives in the U.S. - Hardcover

$162.00

by Shing-Ling S. Chen (Editor), Nicole Allaire (Editor), Melissa L. Beall (Contribution by)This book provides a careful examination of the discordant narratives that embodied the chaos, tensions, and conflicts in the U.S. pandemic responses. The ultimate goal of this volume is to help groups and individuals understand just what went wrong in the U.S. pandemic responses.Author BiographyShing-Ling S. Chen is professor of mass communication in the Department of Communication and Media at the Uni...

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NCLEX PN Examination Study Guide: 3 NCLEX PN Practice Tests (450+ Questions) and Review Prep Book [3rd Edition] - Paperback

$86.27

by Joshua Rueda (Author)Test Prep Books' NCLEX PN Examination Study Guide: 3 NCLEX PN Practice Tests (450+ Questions) and Review Prep Book [3rd Edition] Made by Test Prep Books experts for test takers trying to achieve a great score on the NCLEX PN exam This comprehensive study guide includes: Quick Overview Find out what's inside this guide! Test-Taking Strategies Learn the best tips to help overcome your exam! Introduction Get a thorough breakdown of what the test is and what's on it...

PTCB Exam Study Guide 2022-2023: Pharmacy Technician Certification Prep Book with Practice Test Questions [Includes Detailed Answer Explanations] - Paperback

$71.98

by J. M. Lefort (Author)APEX Test Prep's PTCB Exam Study Guide 2022-2023: Pharmacy Technician Certification Prep Book with Practice Test Questions [Includes Detailed Answer Explanations] APEX Test Prep believes that preparing for the PTCB exam shouldn't be harder than the test itself. To that end, we pack our products with everything you need. This includes testing tips, clear instruction, comprehensive material, practice questions, and detailed answer explanations. We want you to succeed. Ge...

The City Gardener. Containing the Most Experienced Method of Cultivating and Ordering Such Ever-greens, Fruit-trees, Flowering Shrubs, Flowers, Exotic - Hardcover

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by Thomas Fairchild (Author)The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are av...

Adam's Luxury, and Eve's Cookery; or, the Kitchen-garden Display'd. In two Parts. I. Shewing the Best and Most Approved Methods of Raising all the Pro - Hardcover

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by Multiple Contributors (Author)The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts a...

A Military and sea Dictionary. Explaining all Difficult Terms in Martial Discipline, Fortification, and Gunnery, and all Terms of Navigation The Fourt - Hardcover

$50.33