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The Chemist and Druggist [electronic Resource]; Vol. 133 = no. 3160 (31 Aug. 1940) - Paperback

$20.09

by Ubm (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 is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, a...

The Neurobiology of Connection: Re-Wilding Your Deep Nervous System for Wellbeing - Hardcover

$108.00

by Natureza Gabriel (Author)Most of the health outcomes in your life will be determined by a part of your nervous system that most people know nothing about. The Autonomic Nervous System is the neurological architecture of the mind-body connection and has the strongest shaping force of any biological system over our lived felt experience. Through coordinated activity of three primary neural systems (Connection, Movement, Grounding) combined with neurochemistries produced by our embodied detec...

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ECG Interpretation Made Incredibly Easy! - Paperback

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by Carolynn Bruno (Author)Author BiographyCarolynn Bruno, PhD, APRN, CNS, FNP-C, is a Clinical Associate Professor at NYU Rory Meyers (NYURM) College of Nursing. Number of Pages: 470 Publication Date: October 17, 2024

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Breaking the Medicine Monopolies: Reflections of a Generic Drug Pioneer - Paperback

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by Alfred Engelberg (Author)Breaking the Medicine Monopolies is a lawyer's personal narrative of the events that led to the widespread use of low-cost generic drugs and the current drug price crisis. Breaking the Medicine Monopolies is a personal narrative about Alfred Engelberg's fifty years of legal work in the drug industry. He takes you inside the mysterious world of patents to provide a basic understanding of how drug makers have gamed the laws governing brand and generic competition, mi...

Still Technique Manual: A Rediscovered Manipulative Medicine Technique of Dr. Andrew Taylor Still SECOND EDITION:: Applications of a Rediscovered Tech - Hardcover

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by Richard L. Van Buskirk Do (Author)The Still Technique Manual, Second Edition, details the history of the rediscovery and redevelopment of one of the original osteopathic manipulative treatment methods that was historically termed Indirect then Direct treatment. The book includes an analysis of this unique manual medicine approach that was first discovered, taught, and used over 140 years ago by the founding father of osteopathic medicine, Dr. Andrew Taylor Still. The book also includes a m...

The Good-Hearted Physician: Volume Two - The Yoga of Medicine - Hardcover

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by James D. Duffy (Author)"Love begins at home, and it is not how much we do... but how much love we put in that action".- Mother TeresaThe Good-Hearted Physician describes the foundations and clinical applications of an "education of the heart" that balances our wisdom and compassion with the genius of our medical science. This noetic medical education offers a very practical path to rediscovering the perennial wisdom of healers across traditions and time. This timeless perennial healing wis...

Health and the Body in Early Medieval England - Paperback

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by Caroline Batten (Author)This Element explores ideas about the sick and healthy body in early medieval England from the seventh to the eleventh centuries, proposing that surviving Old English texts offer consistent and coherent ideas about how human bodies work and how disease operates. A close examination of these texts illuminates the ways early medieval people thought about their embodied selves and the place of humanity in a fallen world populated by hostile supernatural forces. This El...

Teen Depression Gone Viral: Why Kids Are More Vulnerable Than Ever and How You Can Protect Your Child's Health and Happiness - Hardcover

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by Meredith E. Gansner (Author)What are the warning signs of depression in teens? When do social media and gaming habits cross the line into putting kids at risk? How can parents keep teens healthy and safe--without sledgehammering all their devices? This realistic, reassuring guide from adolescent psychiatrist and parent Meredith E. Gansner gives parents the latest information about depression in teens, with a special focus on digital media use. Filled with vivid stories, the book illuminate...

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by Brooke L. French (Author)Tess Oliver's memory is a killer.When the lead that could save her law practice is destroyed in a suspicious fire, only her recollection of it remains. Tess can relive memories, but her gift comes at a cost. The last time she used it, she nearly died.This time, she only takes a peek. A single moment spent in her memory of the defendant's encoded document gives her a brutal migraine and a phone number.Luke Broussard answers her call from the wreckage of a downed pla...

Treatment Approaches for Alcohol and Drug Dependence: An Introductory Guide - Paperback

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by Tracey J. Jarvis (Author), Jenny Tebbutt (Author), Richard P. Mattick (Author)The first edition of this book was based upon the recommendations of the Quality Assurance in the Treatment of Drug Dependence Project, and provided a step-by-step-guide for therapists working with clients with alcohol or other drug dependency or misuse. Since publication in 1995 it has become well known for its easy-to-read style and wealth of practical resource materials. However, the evidence in the field has ...

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Langman's Medical Embryology - Paperback

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by T. W. Sadler (Author)Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2023! Concise, clearly written, and vibrantly illustrated, Langman's Medical Embryology, 15th Edition, makes complex embryology concepts approachable to help you build the clinical understanding essential to your success in medical practice, nursing, or other health professions. Hundreds of full-color illustrations clarify the stages of embryonic development with rich detail, and engaging learning features, clinical examples, and ...

Los Virus No Entran Por Los Pies: La Obra Que Derriba Todos Los Mitos Que Hemos Escuchado Durante Décadas Sobre La Salud Física Y Mental de Niños Y Fa - Paperback

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by Lucía Galán Bertrand (Author)Lucía, mi pediatra vuelve a sorprendernos con un libro que derriba todos los mitos sobre la salud física y mental de niños y familias Aunque a priori te puedas sentir abrumado o abrumada por el exceso de información, te puedo asegurar que siempre es mejor saber que no saber, que el conocimiento no es solo poder, sino que es control y es calma. Y esto, en la maternidad y paternidad, vale oro. Ahora mismo afortunadamente contamos con muchos medios y recursos para...

TRANSforming Nursing Education: Infusing Gender-Sensitive Care Into Healthcare - Paperback

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by Christine Rodriguez (Author), Marci L. Bowers (Foreword by)Trans and gender-diverse patients face significant barriers to respectful, comprehensive healthcare. Provider ignorance shouldn't be one of them. TRANSforming NursingEducation supplies the context to help readers understand the gaps and missteps in providing healthcare to this marginalized population and explains how we can bettertreat these patients. Author Christine Rodriguez tackles tough subjects-and tough statistics-head on. T...

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Neonatal Brain Injury: An Illustrated Guide for Clinicians Counselling Parents and Caregivers - Hardcover

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by Gerda Meijler (Editor), Khorshid Mohammad (Editor)This book in Open Access is the first to provide clinicians with practical guidelines to explain the most frequently occurring neonatal brain injuries to parents and caretakers.The brains of high-risk neonates are vulnerable to often severe injury, and brain injuries are among the most serious complications in patients admitted to neonatal intensive care. In addition to basic explanations on the origin, extent, severity, consequences, and t...

Running Injury Free, Second Edition: Prevent and Treat the Most Common Running Injuries - Paperback

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by Jeff Galloway (Author), Hannaford David (Author)Author BiographyJeff Galloway was an average teenage runner who kept learning and working harder until he became an Olympian. He is the author of the bestselling running book in North America (Galloway's Book on Running) and was a Runner's World columnist for more than 20 years, as well as an international speaker for more than 200 running and fitness sessions each year. His Run Walk Run(R) program has inspired millions to run and improve the...

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Living Without Itch: Proven Strategies and Treatments for Relief - Hardcover

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by Gil Yosipovitch (Author), Zoe M. Lipman (Author)Find relief from acute or chronic itch in this comprehensive guide--now completely updated!When should you scratch--and when should you let an itch be? Living without Itch offers the millions of people suffering from itch an essential and updated guide on how to find relief from their suffering. Researcher and clinician Gil Yosipovitch, MD, draws from his decades of experience caring for patients to share a treasure trove of easy-to-understan...

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Vessel Health and Preservation: The Right Approach for Vascular Access - Paperback

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by Nancy L. Moureau (Editor)This second edition offers updated and revised information on vessel health and preservation (VHP). It presents a model of care and systematic application of vascular access and administration of intravenous treatment to show how establishing and maintaining a route to the bloodstream with optimal methods is essential for patients in acute care today. This model concept was first published in poster form in 2008 and in JVA in 2012, which has received a great deal o...

Navigating Life with Multiple Sclerosis - Paperback

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by Kathleen Costello (Author), Rosalind Kalb (Author), Barbara S. Giesser (Author)Author BiographyKathleen Costello, ANP-BC, MSCN is the Chief Operating Officer for Can Do Multiple Sclerosis, an organization dedicated to delivering health and wellness education for families living with MS. She is also adjunct faculty in the Division of Neuroimmunology and Neuroinfectious Diseases at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Costello earned both her Bachelor of Sc...

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Living Without Itch: Proven Strategies and Treatments for Relief - Paperback

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Loving Someone with a Serious Mental Illness: Caring for Your Loved One and Yourself on the Journey to Mental Health Recovery - Paperback

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by Katherine Ponte (Author), Izzy Goncalves (Author), Matt Kudish (Foreword by)Powerful and practical tools to help you support your loved one with serious mental illness, while also making room for your own needs. If you have a loved one--a spouse, adult child, or other family member--who has a mental illness such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or depression and is experiencing symptoms like psychosis, you need help right now. Delusions and hearing voices can be frightening. Mania can ...

Brace Yourself: Everything You Need to Know About AFOs After Stroke - Paperback

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by Jennifaye V. Brown (Author)Brace Yourself: Everything You Need to Know About AFOs After Stroke by Dr. Jennifaye V. Brown is an empowering and comprehensive guide for individuals affected by stroke, their caregivers, and healthcare providers. Focused on the use of ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) to manage foot drop and restore mobility, this book demystifies selecting, fitting, and using AFOs to enhance independence and quality of life.Dr. Brown, an experienced physical therapist and researcher,...

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by H. Kenneth Fisher (Author)Discover the secrets behind your restless nights and uncover the hidden marvels of your slumbering mind.Are you tossing and turning at night? Drifting off during the day? You might have a sleep problem. Geared toward everyone from sleep-deprived students to active athletes to young-at-heart grandparents, this book will help you understand your sleep like never before, covering common sleep problems such as: sleepwalking sleep apnea not enough sleep overly drowsy ...

Microscopy And Micro-Technique (1899) - Hardcover

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by Albert Schneider (Author)Microscopy And Micro-Technique is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of microscopy, written by Albert Schneider and first published in 1899. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of microscopy, the construction and use of microscopes, the preparation and examination of specimens, and the interpretation of microscopic images. The author provides detailed instructions for preparing and staining samples, as well as tips for o...

Survey Scales: A Guide to Development, Analysis, and Reporting - Hardcover

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by Robert L. Johnson (Author), Grant B. Morgan (Author)Synthesizing the literature from the survey and measurement fields, this book explains how to develop closed-response survey scales that will accurately capture such constructs as attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors. It provides guidelines to help applied researchers or graduate students review existing scales for possible adoption or adaptation in a study; create their own conceptual framework for a scale; write checklists, true-false varia...

Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Diagnosis and Treatment - Hardcover

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by Karen E. Kim (Editor)Leading experts in the fields of gastroenterology, surgery, and radiology comprehensively review the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and treatment of acute bleeding disorders of the GI tract. The authors break down acute bleeding into upper and lower GI tract sources and provide a differential diagnosis for each disease, evidence-based algorithms for clinical practice, treatment modalities for its management, and standards of care. The authors outline the many ...

Therapeutic Exercise for Children with Developmental Disabilities - Hardcover

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by Barbara H. Connolly (Author), Patricia Montgomery (Author)Therapeutic Exercise for Children With Developmental Disabilities has been expanded and updated to include everything a student or professional needs to know when working with children with developmental disabilities.Author BiographyBarbara H. Connolly, PT, DPT, EdD, C/NDT, FAPTA received her BS degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida, a DPT degree from the University of Tennessee, an MEd degree in Special Educatio...

A History of Uncertainty: Bovine Tuberculosis in Britain, 1850 to the Present - Paperback

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by Peter J. Atkins (Author)A History of Uncertainty claims that among the diseases spread from animals to humans one of the greatest killers has been bovine tuberculosis, spread mainly through food and drink. It estimates at least 600,000 deaths from this cause between 1848 and 1960 in Great Britain, mainly due to infected milk and meat. It took that whole period to bring the disease under control in humans but the problem lingers in cattle. The uncertainties surrounding the veterinary scienc...

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Rapid Response: My Inside Story as a Motor Racing Life-Saver - Hardcover

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by Stephen Olvey (Author), Sid Watkins (Afterword by), Alex Zanardi (Foreword by)Originally published to great acclaim in 2006, Dr. Stephen Olvey's memoir Rapid Response makes a long-awaited return to print -- complete with new text and an afterword by Dario Franchitti -- at the same time as the release of a documentary feature film of the same title. This book is the compelling story of the author's often tragic, sometimes funny, and frequently frustrating journey through the volatile world ...

Massage Therapy: Trigger Point Therapy: Acupressure Therapy: Learn The Best Techniques For Optimum Pain Relief And Relaxation - Hardcover

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by Ace McCloud (Author)Are you tired of living in pain, but can't afford professional massage therapy?Whether you want to (1) feel better (2) learn exactly how to massage all the different areas of your body, or (3) relieve stress and eliminate pain, then this is the book for you.How much longer are you willing to suffer?You'll be amazed at how much you can do on your own to relieve pain, dissolve muscle tension and release stress. The increased blood circulation provided by massage therapy c...

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The Back Pain Manual -- A Guide to Treatment - Paperback

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by Thanthullu Vasu (Author), Shyam Balasubramanian (Author)Back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide; the World Health Organization regards back pain as a condition for which the greatest number of people may benefit from rehabilitation. It is estimated that low back pain alone affects 619 million people globally and this is estimated to rise to 843 million people by 2050. Up to 60% of the adult population will have low back pain at some point in their lifetime; 5-7% of ad...

Fermentation Microbiology and Biotechnology, Fourth Edition - Paperback

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by E. M. T. El-Mansi (Editor), Jens Nielsen (Editor), David Mousdale (Editor)Fermentation Microbiology and Biotechnology , 4th Edition reviews metabolic pathways that produce primary and secondary metabolites and biopharmaceuticals. Entirely re-written chapters focus on fermentation biotechnology - kinetics and dynamics to protein and co-factor engineering. The 4th edition covers industrial biotechnologyAuthor BiographyMansi El-Mansi has been on the faculty of Glasgow University, in Edinburgh...

Pharmaceutical Powder Compaction Technology - Paperback

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by Metin Çelik (Editor)Compaction of powder constituents--both active ingredient and excipients--is examined to ensure consistent and reproducible disintegration and dispersion profiles. Revised to reflect modern pharmaceutical compacting techniques, this second edition of Pharmaceutical Powder Compaction Technology guides pharmaceutical engineers, formulation scientists, and product development and quality assurance personnel through the compaction formulation process and application. This u...