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It Shouldn't Be This Hard to Serve Your Country: Our Broken Government and the Plight of Veterans - Hardcover

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by David Shulkin (Author)The former VA secretary describes his fight to save veteran health care from partisan politics and how his efforts were ultimately derailed by a small group of unelected officials appointed by the Trump White House.Known in health care circles for his ability to turn around ailing hospitals, Dr. David Shulkin was originally brought into government by President Obama to save the beleaguered Department of Veterans Affairs. When President Trump appointed him as secretary...

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by David L. Brody (Author)It is hard to find a medical condition that has as much media attention as concussion. With growing interest in concussion care by the NFL, NHL, NBA, and many other sports organizations, the military, and by regular patients, the number of concussion care providers has rapidly increased. Concussion Care Manual, Second Edition is the perfect step-by-step concussion management guide for clinicians, coaches, and even parents of athletic children. This pocket-sized volum...

The Apothecary's Wife: The Hidden History of Medicine and How It Became a Commodity - Hardcover

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by Karen Bloom Gevirtz (Author)A groundbreaking genealogy of for-profit healthcare and an urgent reminder that centering women's history offers vital opportunities for shaping the future. The running joke in Europe for centuries was that anyone in a hurry to die should call the doctor. As far back as ancient Greece, physicians were notorious for administering painful and often fatal treatments--and charging for the privilege. For the most effective treatment, the ill and injured went to the ...

My Dear I Wanted to Tell You - Paperback

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by Louisa Young (Author)"One of those books that doesn't leave you, and probably never will." --Jacqueline Winspear, New York Times bestselling author of the Maisie Dobbs novelsThe onrush of World War I irrevocably intertwines the lives of two young couples in Louisa Young's epic tale of love in the midst of chaos. Perfect for readers of Atonement, The Mapping of Love and Death, and The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society, Young's moving novel of class struggles, star-crossed romance, a...

Bioethical Prescriptions: To Create, End, Choose, and Improve Lives - Paperback

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by F. M. Kamm (Author)Bioethical Prescriptions collects F.M. Kamm's articles on bioethics, which have appeared over the last twenty-five years and which have made her among the most influential philosophers in this area. Kamm is known for her intricate, sophisticated, and painstaking philosophical analyses of moral problems generally and of bioethical issues in particular. This volume showcases these articles -- revised to eliminate redundancies -- as parts of a coherent whole. A substantive ...

The Misunderstood Child: Understanding and Coping with Your Child's Learning Disabilities - Paperback

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by Larry B. Silver (Author)The fully revised and updated must-have resource to help you become a supportive and assertive advocate for your child In print for more than twenty years, The Misunderstood Child has become the go-to reference guide for families of children with learning disorders. This newly revised edition provides the latest research and new and updated content, including: - How to identify and address specific disabilities, from dyslexia to sensory integration disorder - New in...

Heart of Dankness: Underground Botanists, Outlaw Farmers, and the Race for the Cannabis Cup - Paperback

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by Mark Haskell Smith (Author)Reporting for the Los Angeles Times on the international blind tasting competition held annually in Amsterdam known as the Cannabis Cup, novelist Mark Haskell Smith sampled a variety of marijuana that was unlike anything he'd experienced. It wasn't anything like typical stoner weed, in fact it didn't get you stoned. This cannabis possessed an ephemeral quality known to aficionados as "dankness." Armed with a State of California Medical Marijuana recommendation, h...

Unspeakable Losses: Understanding the Experience of Pregnancy Loss, Miscarriage - Paperback

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by Kim Kluger-Bell (Author)Filled with in-depth stories of those who have experienced losses and solid, practical advice along with mourning rituals and services, Unspeakable Losses is a necessary companion to all those who have experienced pregnancy loss and those who care about them. Number of Pages: 180 Dimensions: 0.41 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: October 13, 2008

Healing with Flower Essences: How to Use Natural Botanicals for Spiritual and Emotional Well-Being - Paperback

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by Joan Greenblatt (Author) Number of Pages: 174 Dimensions: 0.4 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: September 01, 2011

The Treatment Of Infantile Paralysis In The Acute Stage - Hardcover

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by Sister Elizabeth Kenny (Author)The Treatment of Infantile Paralysis in the Acute Stage is a medical book written by Sister Elizabeth Kenny. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the treatment of infantile paralysis during its acute stage. The author shares her experience and knowledge gained from treating hundreds of patients with this disease. The book covers a range of topics including the diagnosis of infantile paralysis, the management of symptoms, and the use of various therapie...

The Letters of Sigmund Freud and Otto Rank: Inside Psychoanalysis - Hardcover

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by E. James Lieberman (Editor), Robert Kramer (Editor), Gregory C. Richter (Translator)Sigmund Freud's relationship with Otto Rank was the most constant, close, and significant of his professional life. Freud considered Rank to be the most brilliant of his disciples. The two collaborated on psychoanalytic writing, practice, and politics; Rank was the managing director of Freud's publishing house; and after several years helping Freud update his masterpiece, The Interpretation of Dreams, Rank ...

Bad Medicine: Medical Thriller - Paperback

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by Eileen Dreyer (Author)"Powerful, immensely rich in detail, legend, character, this is a must read." Verified reviewer Trauma nurse and part-time death-investigator Molly Burke is having a pretty normal night at her St. Louis Emergency Department. Then a well-connected lawyer is wheeled in, victim of a suspected suicide. One suicide is bad. But when one grows to four in a matter of days, and all the victims are lawyers, the trend stops being an oddity and becomes a real problem. Were th...

Court Appointed, A Novel of Compassion - Paperback

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by Priscilla Audette (Author)Books about death are invariably about life. In her book "Memento Mori," Muriel Spark says: "Death, when it approaches, ought not to take one by surprise. It should be part of the full expectancy of life. Without an ever-present sense of death life is insipid. You might as well live on the whites of eggs." In that vein, this book deals with the ever-present reality of death while concurrently embracing life. It celebrates the lives of the greatest generation while...

Practice the TEAS! Test of Essential Academic Skills Practice Test Questions - Paperback

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by Complete Test Preparation Inc (Author)3 Sets of TEAS(R) Practice Test Questions, and Multiple Choice Strategies Prepared by a Dedicated Team of Experts Includes FREE ebook version for iphone, ipad, tablet or smart phone 2 sets of TEAS Practice Test Questions and Tutorials for: Reading Math Science English & Language Usage Punctuation Algebra Life Science Scientific Reasoning Sentence Structure Earth Science Physical Science Anatomy Physiology TEAS Practice Tests are one of...

Insider's Guide to Egg Donation: A Compassionate and Comprehensive Guide for All Parents-To-Be - Paperback

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by Wendie Wilson-Miller (Author), Erika Napoletano (Author)2013 Gold Medal Winner IPBA Benjamin Franklin Award, LGBT Category Each year, over 7.3 million Americans face infertility. In their search for answers and alternative means for building a family, they turn to the nearly 500 reproductive specialty clinics across the US. Same-sex and single-by-choice parents are more prevalent than ever in the fertility industry and there is no definitive, up-to-date guide to help families of all type...

Cardiac Arrhythmias 1999: Proceedings of the 6th International Workshop on Cardiac Arrhythmias (Venice, 5-8 October 1999) - Hardcover

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by Antonio Raviele (Author), Antonio Raviele (Editor)Lectures.- Sudden Ischemic Cardiac Death: The Clinical Approach.- Molecular Pathology of Cardiac Diseases Liable to Cause Sudden Death.- Atrial Fibrillation.- Are All Paroxysms of Atrial Fibrillation Focally Initiated?.- How Common Is a Genetic Origin of Atrial Fibrillation?.- Lone Atrial Fibrillation: What Is the Anatomical and the Electrophysiological Substrate?.- Atrial Fibrillation in Apparently Idiopathic Cardiomyopathy: The Chicken or...

Harper's Practical Genetic Counselling, Eighth Edition - Paperback

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by Angus Clarke (Author)Highly valued across the world by genetic counsellors, medical geneticists and other healthcare professionals, Harper's Practical Genetic Counselling has established itself over previous editions as the essential guide to counselling those at risk from inherited disorders.Fully revised by its new author Angus Clarke, and with additional input from colleagues, this eighth edition provides indispensable and up-to-date guidance, helping readers to navigate the profusion o...

Microbes and the Fetlar Man: The Life of Sir William Watson Cheyne - Paperback

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by Jane Coutts (Author)The life of Sir William Watson Cheyne spanned the flamboyant era of colonial expansion and some of the most important medical developments of the 19th century. His own role in these advances - as an eminent surgeon, an early researcher in medical bacteriology, a staunch ally of Lord Lister, an MP, and an intrepid traveller - has not previously been studied in depth. Fittingly for a man of meticulous detail, yet with a restless and pioneering imagination, his extraordina...

Sexuality and Illness: A Guidebook for Health Professionals - Paperback

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by Anne Katz (Author)This evidence-based guide educates and informs health professionals about promoting sexual wellbeing in the context of challenges from physical and mental health. Sexuality is an important aspect of quality of life for many people but can be affected by a wide variety of health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, mental illness, menopause, diseases of ageing, neurological diseases and spinal cord injuries, combat injuries, and cancer. Building readers' confidence ...

America's Mighty Medical-Industrial Complex - Paperback

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by John Geyman (Author)The rise of an enormous medical-industrial complex (MIC) over the last 60 years in the United States has brought wealth to ever-larger corporations, their shareholders and CEOs at the expense of most Americans who struggle gaining access to affordable health care. Despite its might on Wall Street, the MIC has left our country poorly prepared to meet the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, together with its resultant economic downturn. Add the third simultaneous chal...

Information Technology and Data in Healthcare: Using and Understanding Data - Paperback

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by David Hartzband (Author)Healthcare transformation requires us to continually look at new and better ways to manage insights - both within and outside the organization. Increasingly, the ability to glean and operationalize new insights efficiently as a byproduct of an organization's day-to-day operations is becoming vital for hospitals and health systems to survive and prosper. One of the long-standing challenges in healthcare informatics has been the ability to deal with the sheer variety ...

The American Fluoridation Experiment - Paperback

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by Frederick B. Exner (Author), George L. 1898- Waldbott (Created by)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work ...

Echoes of My Shadow: A Self-Help Guide to Shadow Work - Paperback

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by Robin Ginther Venneri (Author)Echoes of My Shadow: ChildhoodEmbark on a journey of self-discovery with Echoes of My Shadow: Childhood, a powerful and thought-provoking guidebook. Through this book, you can unlock the depths of your inner self and gain insights into the stories and beliefs that are limiting you. Transform your life and reclaim the power of your past experiences with shadow work. This is your chance to rewrite your story and unlock a brighter future. Learn the art and practi...

Skin Care: Ancient Indian Remedies for Skin Conditions (Complete Guide to Korean Beauty Using Natural Ingredients) - Paperback

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by Danny Gonzalez (Author)Organic skin care is generally defined as a skin care product which contains organically grown ingredients that are free from pesticides. Organic products are deemed to be more beneficial for the skin as it is presumed there are little to no harsh chemical ingredients, and are marketed thus.In the last 10 years, the market has seen a sizeable shift towards organic skin care as consumers are growing savvier and more conscious of what ingredients they're putting on the...

Minimally Invasive Urological Procedures and Related Technological Developments: Series 2 - Hardcover

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by Bhaskar K. Somani (Guest Editor)We are in the modern era of innovations, technological developments and minimisation in the field of urology. While laparoscopy and robotic surgery have revolutionised pelvic and upper tract oncology, there is continuous evolution and increasing use of these in the field of benign conditions and paediatric urology. As lasers have changed endourology, new minimally invasive surgical techniques (MISTs) have given a new meaning to benign prostate hyperplasia (B...

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by Jonathan Gold (Editor)Memory is the ability of the brain to encode, store, and recall data or information when needed. It is the long-term retention of information for the goal of influencing future action. Episodic memory is the memory of everyday events that can be explicitly stated or conjured. It is a compilation of prior personal experiences that occurred at certain periods and locations. Humans may also recall their exact impressions, feelings and thoughts during a given encounter. E...

Dementia Demystified: Doctor's Secret Guide - Paperback

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by Ankita Kashyap (Author), Prof Krishna N. Sharma (Author)"Dive into the intricate world of dementia with 'Dementia Demystified: Doctor's Secret Guide.' Chapter 1 lays the foundation, offering a comprehensive understanding of dementia, its various types, causes, and early warning signs. Delve into the emotional impact on individuals and families and explore the diagnostic and treatment options available, along with essential coping strategies and support systems.Chapter 2 introduces a holist...

Masked Ninja: A Children's Book About Kindness and Preventing the Spread of Viruses - Paperback

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by Mary Nhin (Author)Masked Ninja shows us actionable steps we can take to prevent the spread of viruses.Find out what happens in this comedic book about pandemics, viruses, and kindness.Life is hard! It's even harder for children who are just trying to figure things out. The new children's book series, Ninja Life Hacks, was developed to help children learn valuable life skills. Fun, pint-size characters in comedic books easy enough for young readers, yet witty enough for adults.The Ninja Lif...

Hyperthyroidism Demystified: Doctor's Secret Guide - Paperback

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by Ankita Kashyap (Author), Prof Krishna N. Sharma (Author)Delve into the complexities of thyroid health with "Hyperthyroidism Demystified: Doctor's Secret Guide," your definitive source for understanding, managing, and thriving despite hyperthyroidism. This comprehensive guide begins by unveiling the effects of hyperthyroidism on overall health, providing a deep dive into its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and conventional treatment options. But this book goes beyond the basics, exploring a ho...

Handbook of Pharmaceutical Granulation Technology - Paperback

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by Dilip M. Parikh (Editor)This fully revised edition covers the rapid advances in the science of agglomeration, process control, process modelling, scale-up, emerging particle engineering technologies, along with current regulatory changes presented by some of the prominent scientist and subject matter experts around the globe. Author BiographyDilip M. Parikh is President, DPharma Group Inc., Ellicott City, Maryland, USA. As a Chemical and pharmaceutical engineer, he has more than 45 years o...

Dentists, Hygienists, and Cows: How Brilliant Dental Professionals Have Great Days While Providing Exquisite Individualized Care - Paperback

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by Brandi Hooker Evans (Author)It's a sad truth that we dental professionals often approach patient care like we're herding cattle. In our haste to get as many patients processed we can overlook their individual needs. Now is the perfect time to upgrade our delivery of care to focus on the individual patient and build a case for a total body health approach to dental care. The tools you will fi nd in this book are repeatable and effective. They are meant to be used in service to yourself, you...

A Practical Guide to Portable Pupillometry - Paperback

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by Merlin D. Larson (Author)The applications and advantages of portable pupillometry for a wide variety of healthcare providers are becoming increasingly evident, with frequent pupil evaluation becoming the protocol throughout critical care and emergency departments. Authored by a world leading expert, this practical, user-friendly book brings together all the research on portable pupillometry and explains the meaning of the various parameters that new portable pupillometers provide. Starting...