GLUTEN AND DAIRY FREE BAKING COOKBOOK: Easy And Decadent Gluten And Dairy-Free Satisfying Cakes, Muffins, Pies, And Tarts Recipes For The Modern Baker by DR. MAX LEE Price verified 56 minutes ago

Discover the joy of baking without gluten and dairy in "GLUTEN AND DAIRY FREE BAKING COOKBOOK: Easy And Decadent Gluten And Dairy-Free Satisfying Cakes, Muffins, Pies, And Tarts Recipes For The Modern Baker." This essential guide is perfect for anyone with dietary restrictions or those simply looking to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Packed with over 100 mouth-watering recipes, this cookbook transforms your favourite treats into gluten and dairy-free delights. From decadent chocolate cakes and fluffy muffins to savoury breads and crispy cookies, each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure maximum flavour and perfect texture, without compromising on taste. Inside you'll find: • 100 Plus Easy-to-Follow Recipes: Step-by-step instructions suitable for both beginners and experienced bakers. • Nutritional Information: Detailed breakdowns for each recipe, helping you make informed choices. • Ingredient Tips: Learn about the best gluten and dairy-free substitutes and where to find them. Whether you're baking for yourself, family, or friends, "GLUTEN AND DAIRY FREE BAKING COOKBOOK: Easy And Decadent Gluten And Dairy-Free Satisfying Cakes, Muffins, Pies, And Tarts Recipes For The Modern Baker." makes it easy to create delicious and nutritious baked goods everyone will love. Enjoy the freedom to bake without limitations and indulge in your favorite treats with confidence and joy. ADD TO CART NOW!

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Dr. Sebi Bible: 25 BOOKS in 1: The Complete Step-By-Step Guide to Cleanse, Detoxify Your Body, and Live an Ailments-Free Life Thanks to the Power of ... by Lisa G. Torres (19 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

?? Discover Dr. Sebi's revelations with the only original and complete bible for a life without pain, side effects, and toxic drugs.?? You probably already know about Dr. Sebi and his groundbreaking contributions to holistic healing, his transformative alkaline diet, and his profound expertise in herbal medicines and remedies. But did you know that Dr. Sebi's principles and recipes can be applied to virtually any condition, offering hope and healing to countless individuals worldwide? This comprehensive volume, "Dr. Sebi Bible: 25 Books in 1," is your definitive guide to harnessing the full spectrum of Dr. Sebi's knowledge. Whether you are dealing with chronic illness, seeking to improve your overall health, or simply interested in preventive care, this book provides you with practical, proven solutions that have saved thousands of lives. This guide will help you fight ailments and improve your wellness, and inside, you'll find: ? Dr. Sebi's Diet ? Dr. Sebi's Treatments ? Dr. Sebi Treatment for Herpes ? Dr. Sebi's Treatment for Diabetes ? Dr. Sebi and Chronic Kidney Disease ? Dr. Sebi and Autoimmune Diseases ? Dr. Sebi Anxiety Treatments ? Dr. Sebi's Cookbook ? Dr. Sebi's Alkaline and Anti-Inflammatory Diet ? Dr. Sebi's Dr. Sebi's Herbal Apothecary ? Dr. Sebi's Herbal Remedies for Kids ? Dr. Sebi's Herbal Remedies for Elders ?How to Grow Your Medicine Garden ? Dr. Sebi's Book of Remedies And much more! ?? "Unlock 10 secret bonuses waiting inside the book!" ?? Imagine having a trusted guide that you can turn to whenever you need advice on maintaining your health or addressing a specific issue. With "Dr. Sebi Bible: 25 Books in 1," you'll have access to a treasure trove of wisdom that empowers you to take control of your health and live a vibrant, disease-free life. Embrace the natural path to wellness. Get your copy today and start your journey to optimal health! Unlock the secrets to a healthier you. Click the link to order now!

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The Travelling Scrub Suit by Jaime Wisnowski (4 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The author aims to invite the reader into the life and mind of an unlikely nursing candidate and how the nursing profession found her and propelled her throughout a multitude of tragedies and triumphs both personally and professionally. Beginning with the recollection of her first "stick" and first bed bath and recounting the awesome honor of assisting a grieving family after pronouncing a loved one's passing. The stories portrayed are both factual and educational, however the tone and manner are light and humorous and in several cases attempt to disclose a nurse's inner thoughts during specific situations that get her through the most difficult and challenging times. Beyond the professional experiences ; how strength and intimate knowledge of the workings of the health care system allowed for the overcoming of bureaucracies and challenges that ventured to extinguish her plight. The piece attempts to reveal the raw feelings and thinking of a nurse as she is and does in her vocation but more importantly... how she/he uses those exact same feelings and awareness to advocate and protect those she/he loves when all odds are against them. The story comes full circle when a young woman becomes a nurse against all odds, conquering a devastating eating disorder and domestic violence and finding a way to not only save herself but to make a difference if only in one life. Her experiences and her patients complete her in a way that she never thought possible, bringing closure and peace and a renewed sense of purpose that she had never anticipated.

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The Somatic Toolbox: Guidebook, Exercises & Deep-Dive Workbook Activities with a 28-day Program to Increase Self-Awareness, Heal Trauma, Release ... by Ashley Wellspring (1 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Unlike books that solely focus on physical exercises or isolated activities, our comprehensive guide integrates psychological insights with physiological techniques, ensuring an holistic healing journey.

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Treatment of Functional Seizures in Children and Adolescents: A Mind-Body Manual for Health Professionals by Blanche Savage (Australian Academic Press) (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

This treatment manual stems from a program developed by the mind-body team at The Children's Hospital at Westmead, a tertiary care paediatric hospital in New South Wales, Australia. The team's Mind-Body Program, organised as part of a consultation-liaison psychiatry service within the Department of Psychological Medicine, works with young people who present with functional somatic symptoms, including functional seizures. Also known as psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, stress seizures, or dissociative seizures, functional seizures are a subtype of functional neurological disorder. They are sudden, time-limited episodes of neural (brain) network dysregulation. Functional seizures can occur in young people who experience serious distress or high arousal, causing the neural pathways that support normal motor, sensory, interoceptive, emotional, and cognitive function to move into a state of overdrive. During a functional seizure, the young person typically experiences a loss of voluntary control of motor function, including shaking, jerking, twitching, loss of movement, or falling down (syncope/fainting-like episodes). The young person can also experience a change in consciousness - or even loss of consciousness - including zoning out, cognitive clouding, feeling weird or disconnected, or being unresponsive. This manual describes treatment interventions for functional seizures developed over the last 20 years through clinical trial and error, by translating research findings into clinical practice, and by evaluating treatment interventions through prospective cohort studies. It provides general guidelines, methods, and insights for clinicians as they approach the care of each individual patient. The goal of treatment is for young people to return to good health and to normal functioning and wellbeing. Therapists and other clinicians will need to adapt the ideas presented in this manual to their own specific clinical contexts - public or private; inpatient, day ...

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Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: Building Collaboration for Action by Amelie G. Ramirez (Springer) Price verified 5 hours ago

This open access book is a collection of articles based on presentations from the 2020 Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos conference that gives an overview of conference outcomes. The vision of the conference has been to unite researchers, scientists, physicians and other healthcare professionals, patient advocates, and students from across the world to discuss research advancements, identify gaps, and develop actionable goals to translate basic research findings into clinical best practices, effective community interventions, and professional training programs to decrease cancer risks and eliminate cancer disparities for Latinos. This conference comes at an especially important time when Latinos - the largest and youngest minority group in the U.S. - are expected to face a 142% rise in cancer cases in the coming years. Disparities continue to impact this population in critical areas: access to preventive and clinical care, changeable risk behaviors, quality of life, and mortality. Each chapter summarizes the presentation and includes current knowledge in the specific topic areas, identified gaps, and opportunities for future research. Topics explored include: • Applying an Exposome-Wide (ExWAS) Approach to Latino Cancer Disparities • Supportive Care Needs and Coping Strategies Used by Latino Men Cancer Survivors • Optimizing Engagement of the Latino Community in Cancer Research • Latino Population Growth and the Changing Demography of Cancer • Implementation Science to Enhance the Value of Cancer Research in Latinos • A Strength-Based Approach to Cancer Prevention in Latinxs • Overcoming Clinical Research Disparities by Advancing Inclusive Research Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: Building Collaboration for Action will appeal to a wide readership due to its comprehensive coverage of topics ranging from basic science and community prevention research to clinical practice to policy. The book is an essential resource for ...

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Learning Disability and Inclusion Phobia: Past, Present, Future (Routledge Advances in the Medical Humanities) by C. F. Goodey (Routledge) (1 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

The social position of learning disabled people has shifted rapidly over the last 20 years, from long-stay institutions, first into community homes and day centres, and now to a currently emerging goal of "ordinary lives" for individuals using person-centred support and personal budgets. These approaches promise to replace a century and a half of "scientific" pathological models based on expert assessment, and of the accompanying segregated social administration which determined how and where people led their lives, and who they were. This innovative volume explains how concepts of learning disability, intellectual disability and autism first came about, describes their more recent evolution in the formal disciplines of psychology, and shows the direct relevance of this historical knowledge to present and future policy, practice and research. Goodey argues that learning disability is not a historically stable category and different people are considered "learning disabled" as it changes over time. Using psychological and anthropological theory, he identifies the deeper lying pathology as "inclusion phobia", in which the tendency of human societies to establish an in-group and to assign out-groups reaches an extreme point. Thus the disability we call "intellectual" is a concept essential only to an era in which to be human is essentially to be deemed intelligent, autonomous and capable of rational choice. Interweaving the author's historical scholarship with his practice-based experience in the field, Learning Disability and Inclusion Phobia challenges myths about the past as well as about present-day concepts, exposing both the historical continuities and the radical discontinuities in thinking about learning disability.

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Prof. Koch's Method to Cure Tuberculosis Popularly Treated by Max Birnbaum (2 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Digital Health Care in Taiwan: Innovations of National Health Insurance by Po-Chang Lee (Springer) Price verified 6 hours ago

This open access book introduces the National Health Insurance (NHI) system of Taiwan with a particular emphasis on its application of digital technology to improve healthcare access and quality. The authors explicate how Taiwan integrates its strong Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry with 5G to construct an information system that facilitates medical information exchange, collects data for planning and research, refines medical claims review procedures and even assists in fighting COVID-19. Taiwan's NHI, launched in 1995, is a single-payer system funded primarily through payroll-based premiums. It covers all citizens and foreign residents with the same comprehensive benefits without the long waiting times seen in other single-payer systems. Though premium rate adjustment and various reforms were carried out in 2010, the NHI finds itself at a crossroads over its financial stability. With the advancement of technologies and an aging population, it faces challenges of expanding coverage to newly developed treatments and diagnosis methods and applying the latest innovations to deliver telemedicine and more patient-centered services. The NHI, like the national health systems of other countries, also needs to address the privacy concerns of the personal health data it collects and the issues regarding opening this data for research or commercial use. In this book, the 12 chapters cover the history, characteristics, current status, innovations and future reform plans of the NHI in the digital era. Topics explored include: • Income Strategy • Payment Structure • Pursuing Health Equity • Infrastructure of the Medical Information System • Innovative Applications of the Medical Information • Applications of Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Digital Health Care in Taiwan is essential reading for academic researchers and students in healthcare administration, health policy, health systems research, and health services delivery, as ...

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Leaders of the Pack: Women and the Future of Veterinary Medicine (New Directions in the Human-Animal Bond) by Julie Kumble (Purdue University Press) (7 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Veterinary medicine has undergone sweeping changes in the last few decades. Women now account for 55 percent of the active veterinarians in the field, and nearly 80 percent of veterinary students are women. However, average salaries have dropped as this shift has occurred, and even with women in the vast majority, only 25 percent of leadership roles are held by women. These trends point to gender-based inequality that veterinary medicine, a profession that tilts so heavily toward women, is struggling to address. How will the profession respond? What will this mean for our students and schools? What will it mean for our pets entrusted to veterinarian care? Who has succeeded in these situations? Who is taking action to lead change? What can we learn from them to lead the pack in our lives? Leaders of the Pack, by Julie Kumble and Dr. Donald Smith, explores key themes in leadership and highlights women in veterinary medicine whose stories embody those themes. In it, Kumble and Smith cull over three years of interviews to profile a wide variety of women as they share triumphs and challenges, lucky as well as tough breaks, and the sound advice and words that inspired them to take their careers in unanticipated directions. By sharing unique stories that illuminate different paths to leadership and reflecting on best practices through commentary and research, Leaders of the Pack will allow more female leaders to create wider pathways to the top of their profession.

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Postfeminism and Health: Critical Psychology and Media Perspectives (Critical Approaches to Health) by Sarah Riley (Routledge) Price verified 9 hours ago

Winner of the 2021 BPS Book Award: Academic Text category, this groundbreaking book employs a transdisciplinary and poststructuralist methodology to develop the concept of 'postfeminist healthism,' a twenty-first-century understanding of women's physical and mental health formed at the intersections of postfeminist sensibilities, neoliberal constructs of citizenship and the notion of health as an individual responsibility managed through consumption. Postfeminist healthism is used in this book to explore seven topics where postfeminist sensibility has the most impact on women's health: self-help, weight, surgical technologies, sex, pregnancy, responsibilities for others' health and pro-anorexia communities. The book explores the ways in which the desire to be normal and live a good life is tied to expectations of 'normal-perfection' circulated across interpersonal interactions, media representations and expert discourses. It diagnoses postfeminist healthism as unhealthy for both those women who participate in it and those whom it excludes and considers how more positive directions may emerge.? By exploring the under-researched intersection of postfeminism and health studies, this book will be invaluable to researchers and students in psychology, gender and women's studies, health research, media studies and sociology.

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The Eugenic Marriage, Vol. 2 A Personal Guide to the New Science of Better Living and Better Babies by W. Grant (William Grant) Hague (1 Review)    Price verified 10 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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The Eugenic Marriage, Volume IV. (of IV.) A Personal Guide to the New Science of Better Living and Better Babies by W. Grant (William Grant) Hague (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Fast Facts: Systemic Mastocytosis by Deepti H. Radia (S. Karger) (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Systemic mastocytosis (SM) is a heterogeneous group of rare hematologic neoplasms that are characterized by clonal proliferation of mast cells in the bone marrow and extracutaneous organs, which can cause symptoms due to mast-cell mediator release and end-organ damage due to mast-cell infiltration. Mastocytosis is classified as a distinct entity by the WHO because of its unique clinicopathological features. Over 95% of patients harbor the somatic KIT driver mutation D816V. This book focuses on the diagnosis of SM, with up-to-date practical guidance on the management of patients with SM, who may present to a variety of healthcare providers on their diagnostic journey. It will be invaluable to clinicians, medical students, nurses, pharmacists and scientists in understanding the clinical, diagnostic and management challenges associated with SM. Table of Contents: ? Definitions and classification ? Epidemiology and pathophysiology ? Diagnosis ? Management of non-advanced systemic mastocytosis ? Management of advanced systemic mastocytosis ? Future directions

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Fast Facts: Respiratory Allergies: Understand aeroallergens, improve treatment response by J. Rimmer (S. Karger) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Allergic rhinitis, rhinoconjunctivitis and asthma are some of the most common presenting problems in clinical practice. While standard pharmacotherapy can control the symptoms of these respiratory allergies in most cases, accurate and specific diagnosis enables the implementation of allergen avoidance and allergen-specific immunotherapy. 'Fast Facts: Respiratory Allergies' provides: ? the basic principles of allergy and its role in these common respiratory conditions ? a better understanding of the distribution and seasonality of aeroallergens ? the tools to obtain a comprehensive respiratory allergy history ? an overview of diagnostic tests and the latest treatment options. This handy, fast-reference resource is ideal for all primary care providers, general internal medicine doctors and allied health professionals looking to reduce their patients' medication requirements and treatment side effects and ultimately improve their quality of life. Table of Contents: ? Epidemiology, etiology and pathophysiology ? Aeroallergens ? Diagnosis ? Management ? Delivery of medication ? Future directions

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Valere Aude Dare to Be Healthy, Or, The Light of Physical Regeneration by Louis Dechmann (1 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Childhood Abuse, Body Shame, and Addictive Plastic Surgery: The Face of Trauma by Mark B. Constantian (Routledge) (22 Reviews)    Price verified 56 minutes ago

Childhood Abuse, Body Shame, and Addictive Plastic Surgery explores the psychopathology that plastic surgeons can encounter when seemingly excellent surgical candidates develop body dysmorphic disorder postoperatively. By examining how developmental abuse and neglect influence body image, personality, addictions, resilience, and adult health, this highly readable book uncovers the childhood sources of body dysmorphic disorder. Written from the unique perspective of a leading plastic surgeon with extensive experience in this area and featuring many poignant clinical vignettes and groundbreaking trauma research, this heavily referenced text offers a new explanation for body dysmorphic disorder that provides help for therapists and surgeons and hope for patients.

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A Life of Worry: Politics, Mental Health, and Vietnam’s Age of Anxiety (Ethnographic Studies in Subjectivity Book 17) by Allen L Tran (University of California Press) (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

A free ebook version of this title is available through Luminos, University of California Press's Open Access publishing program. Visit www.luminosoa.org to learn more. Who, what, and how we fear reflects who we are. In less than half a century, people in Vietnam have gone from fearing bombing raids, political persecution, and starvation to worrying about decisions over the best career path or cell phone plan. This shift in the landscape of people's anxieties is the result of economic policies that made Vietnam the second-fastest-growing economy in the world and a triumph of late capitalist development. Yet as much as people marvel at the speed of progress, all this change can be difficult to handle. A Life of Worry unpacks an ethnographic puzzle. What accounts for the simultaneous rise of economic prosperity and anxiety among Ho Chi Minh City's middle class? The social context of anxiety in Vietnam is layered within the development of advanced capitalism, the history of the medical and psychological sciences, and new ways of drawing the line between self and society. At a time when people around the world are turning to the pharmaceutical and wellness industries to soothe their troubled minds, it is worth considering the social and political dynamics that make the promises of these industries so appealing.

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Equality within Our Lifetimes: How Laws and Policies Can Close—or Widen—Gender Gaps in Economies Worldwide by Jody Heymann (University of California Press) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

A free ebook version of this title is available through Luminos, University of California Press's Open Access publishing program. Visit www.luminosoa.org to learn more. Well into the twenty-first century, achieving gender equality in the economy remains unfinished business. Worldwide, women's employment, income, and leadership opportunities lag men's. Building and using a one-of-a-kind database that covers 193 countries, this book systematically analyzes how far we've come and how far we have to go in adopting evidence-based solutions to close the gaps. Spanning topics including girls' education, employment discrimination of all kinds, sexual harassment, and caregiving needs across the life course, the authors bring the findings to life through global maps, stories of laws' impact in courts and beyond, and case studies of making change. A powerful call to action, Equality within Our Lifetimes reveals how gender equality is both feasible and urgently needed to address some of the greatest challenges of our generation.

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Fast Facts: Dermatological Nursing: A practical guide on career pathways by R. Penzer-Hick (S. Karger) Price verified 9 hours ago

Providing dermatology care to the large number of people with skin disease requires a workforce that is appropriately trained and competent to meet patients' needs safely and effectively. Nurses form a critical part of the team that provides that care and they are increasingly developing new skills and approaches that complement the skills of the other healthcare professionals they work with. Here, we aim to provide practical guidance for developing these more advanced roles, with signposting to additional resources. After reading this Fast Facts resource, dermatology nurses will: ? be aware of a variety of career pathways in subspecialist dermatology fields ? have a clear understanding of the clinical skills required in these areas ? know how to proceed with their training. Table of Contents: ? Succeeding as a dermatology nurse ? Practical skills ? Skin cancer ? Skin surgery ? Phototherapy ? Monitoring systemic therapies ? Paediatric dermatological nursing ? Lower limb management

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Fast Facts: Depression by Mark Haddad (S. Karger) (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Open access - no commercial reuse

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Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in Children and Adolescents: Illustrated Guide to Diagnose, Assess, Inform and Report by Jasmine Abdulcadir (Springer) (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This open access illustrated guide focuses on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) in children and adolescents. FGM/C comprises all procedures that involve partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or injury to the female genital organs for nonmedical reasons. It is mainly carried out during childhood, before the age of 15. The signs of FGM/C can be subtle, and the examiner must be trained with a wide range of normal genitalia both before and after puberty, FGM/C types and subtypes, complications and differential diagnosis. This volume is a reference containing iconographic material of both pre and post pubertal genitals with and without genital cutting. This book will guide health care professionals in making the correct diagnosis, outline the clinical management, enhance patient-provider communication, and will enable accurate recording and reporting to governments where required.

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Health Information Systems: Technological and Management Perspectives (Health Informatics) by Alfred Winter (Springer) (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

This heavily revised open access edition provides a thorough overview of the technologies available to assemble, manage and assess the quality of health information systems. It details a variety of scenarios in the context of both health and heath care, including where prevention and wellness are related, such as the treatment of both acute and chronic diseases. Stakeholder requirements are also described to provide perspectives for describing the architectures and management techniques associated with health information systems, enabling the reader to develop a detailed holistic overview of the subject. Health Information Systems: Technological and Management Perspectives features a detailed overview of how information systems in health care can be managed and is a vital resource for medical informatics students seeking an up-to-date text on the topic.

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Assessment of Cancer Screening: A Primer by Pamela M. Marcus (Springer) (1 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Cancer screening is a prominent strategy in cancer control in the United States, yet the ability to correctly interpret cancer screening data eludes many researchers, clinicians, and policy makers. This open access primer rectifies that situation by teaching readers, in simple language and with straightforward examples, why and how the population-level cancer burden changes when screening is implemented, and how we assess whether that change is of benefit. This book provides an in-depth look at the many aspects of cancer screening and its assessment, including screening phenomena, performance measures, population-level outcomes, research designs, and other important and timely topics. Concise, accessible, and focused, Assessment of Cancer Screening: A Primer is best suited to those with education or experience in clinical research or public health in the United States - no previous knowledge of cancer screening assessment is necessary. This is the first text dedicated to cancer screening theory and methodology to be published in 20 years.

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Carlos Chagas, um cientista do Brasil = Carlos Chagas, scientist of Brazil (Portuguese Edition) by Simone Petragli Kropf (SciELO - Editora FIOCRUZ) (79 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Esta esmerada obra - que reúne um conjunto iconográfico singular, fruto de ampla pesquisa, e uma compilação dos mais expressivos documentos relativos à vida e à obra de Carlos Chagas - conduz o leitor através das múltiplas dimensões da trajetória biográfica desse distinto pesquisador e suas variadas facetas. Por se tratar de um livro composto essencialmente de imagens, contém pouco texto próprio, mas não menos importante, como o que descreve Chagas como um dos líderes do movimento que preconizava a intervenção do Estado na saúde pública. À época, o Brasil era considerado 'doente' não porque fosse país tropical ou formado por mestiços, mas porque não havia políticas preventivas na área da saúde. Chagas, pois, além de brilhante cientista, foi também um destacado sanitarista. A obra é constituída de capítulos que abrangem sua infância, sua formação médica, as campanhas que realizou contra a malária, a descoberta da doença que leva seu nome, os estudos sobre tal assunto, a polêmica em torno da nova enfermidade, a expedição que realizou à Amazônia, sua atuação como diretor do IOC e como gestor da saúde pública federal, sua atividade como professor, alguns aspectos de sua vida pessoal e familiar e, por fim, premiações e títulos que conquistou ao longo de sua carreira. Os conteúdos históricos fundamentais sobre cada tema estimularão o leitor a percorrê-lo através da narrativa das imagens. A publicação tem o mérito de contribuir para a propagação da obra de Carlos Chagas, que, longe de situar-se em um passado distante, apresenta plena atualidade com o presente da agenda sanitária e política relacionada às chamadas doenças tropicais negligenciadas, e à sua associação com a pobreza nos países em desenvolvimento.

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The Cure For HIV and Aids by Dr. Hulda Regehr Clark (New Century Press) (62 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

In Six Weeks You Are: HIV NEGATIVE What really causes HIV/AIDS, even in Africa, is astonishing, but your body's recovery will convince you. There is no conflict with any clinical treatment. Even near terminal victims can recover. Read How Others Recovered including some with clinical verification. You have no time to lose and everything to gain-start today! A 2-Week Program gives step-by-step instructions on how to clear your body of the five immunity-destroying toxins that cause AIDS. There are only five. The ability to kill HIV viruses returns in days-not weeks. It Took An Independent Research Scientist to find answers. Hulda Regehr Clark began her studies in biology at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada, where she was awarded the Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude, and the Master of Arts, with a High Honors major in biology. After two years of study at McGill University, she attended the University of Minnesota, studying biophysics and cell physiology. She received her Doctorate in 1958. In 1979 she left government funded research and began private consulting and her own research. Twelve years later she noticed clues to the real caused of HIV and AIDS. Today Dr. Clark puts her results, conclusions, and advice for curing both illnesses before you. Read and Recover.

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Anthropologies of Global Maternal and Reproductive Health: From Policy Spaces to Sites of Practice (Global Maternal and Child Health) by Lauren J. Wallace (Springer) Price verified 5 hours ago

This open access edited book brings together new research on the mechanisms by which maternal and reproductive health policies are formed and implemented in diverse locales around the world, from global policy spaces to sites of practice. The authors - both internationally respected anthropologists and new voices - demonstrate the value of ethnography and the utility of reproduction as a lens through which to generate rich insights into professionals' and lay people's intimate encounters with policy. Authors look closely at core policy debates in the history of global maternal health across six different continents, including: • Women's use of misoprostol for abortion in Burkina Faso • The place of traditional birth attendants in global maternal health • Donor-driven maternal health programs in Tanzania • Efforts to integrate qualitative evidence in WHO maternal and child health policy-making Anthropologies of Global Maternal and Reproductive Health will engage readers interested in critical conversations about global health policy today. The broad range of foci makes it a valuable resource for teaching in medical anthropology, anthropology of reproduction, and interdisciplinary global health programs. The book will also find readership amongst critical public health scholars, health policy and systems researchers, and global public health practitioners.

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The Medieval Economy of Salvation: Charity, Commerce, and the Rise of the Hospital by Adam J. Davis (Cornell University Press) (6 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

In The Medieval Economy of Salvation, Adam J. Davis shows how the burgeoning commercial economy of western Europe in the twelfth and thirteenth centuries, alongside an emerging culture of Christian charity, led to the establishment of hundreds of hospitals and leper houses. Focusing on the county of Champagne, he looks at the ways in which charitable organizations and individuals -- townspeople, merchants, aristocrats, and ecclesiastics -- saw in these new institutions a means of infusing charitable giving and service with new social significance and heightened expectations of spiritual rewards. In tracing the rise of the medieval hospital during a period of intense urbanization and the transition from a gift economy to a commercial one, Davis makes clear how embedded this charitable institution was in the wider social, cultural, religious, and economic fabric of medieval life. Open Access edition funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities

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IAEA Atlas of Cardiac PET/CT: A Case-Study Approach by Marcelo F. Di Carli (Springer) (1 Review)    Price verified 10 hours ago

This open access book presents a wide portfolio of examples of positron emission tomography coupled with computer tomography (PET/CT) studies in various cardiac conditions in order to provide a rationale for the implementation of this technology in an array of clinical conditions. Cardiovascular diseases are a major contributor to premature morbidity and mortality worldwide. Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) are particularly affected by cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), with more than 75% of all CVDs deaths occurring in these countries. For this reason, target 3.4 of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) agenda aims at a 30% reduction in premature mortality due to non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which include CVDs, by 2030. Among CVDs, ischemic heart disease (IHD) plays an important role and, according to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), it was responsible for 15.96% of global deaths in 2017. Between 2000 and 2017, the number of IHD deaths worldwide increased by 0.26% per year. Several imaging tools help to non-invasively diagnose, stratify risk and guide management in cardiac disease. They include nuclear cardiology techniques, using either SPECT (single photon emission computed tomography) or PET/CT. While myocardial imaging with SPECT has been fully embraced by the cardiology community and is widely available worldwide, PET/CT introduction has been slower, due not only to its higher costs, but also to the limited availability of PET/VCT scanners, mostly utilized for oncological applications. This book is an invaluable tool for nuclear medicine physicians, cardiologists and radiologists.

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Medicine, Science, and Making Race in Civil War America by Leslie A. Schwalm (The University of North Carolina Press) (1 Review)    Price verified 26 minutes ago

This social and cultural history of Civil War medicine and science sheds important light on the question of why and how anti-Black racism survived the destruction of slavery. During the war, white Northerners promoted ideas about Black inferiority under the guise of medical and scientific authority. In particular, the Sanitary Commission and Army medical personnel conducted wartime research aimed at proving Black medical and biological inferiority. They not only subjected Black soldiers and refugees from slavery to substandard health care but also scrutinized them as objects of study. This mistreatment of Black soldiers and civilians extended after life to include dissection, dismemberment, and disposal of the Black war dead in unmarked or mass graves and medical waste pits. Simultaneously, white medical and scientific investigators enhanced their professional standing by establishing their authority on the science of racial difference and hierarchy. Drawing on archives of the U.S. Sanitary Commission, recollections of Civil War soldiers and medical workers, and testimonies from Black Americans, Leslie A. Schwalm exposes the racist ideas and practices that shaped wartime medicine and science. Painstakingly researched and accessibly written, this book helps readers understand the persistence of anti-Black racism and health disparities during and after the war.

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Ribosome Biogenesis: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology Book 2533) by Karl-Dieter Entian (Humana) (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This Open Access volume provides comprehensive reviews and describes the latest techniques to study eukaryotic ribosome biogenesis. For more than 50 years ribosomes are a major research topic. Our knowledge about ribosome biogenesis and function such as transcription, mRNA modification, and translation was the sine qua non for developing the powerful RNA-based vaccines against RNA-viruses causing the world-threatening Covid-19 pandemia. The chapters in this book are organized into six parts. Part One discusses a comparative survey about the unity and diversity of ribosome biogenesis in pro- and eukaryotic cells. Part Two deals with the genomic organization of eukaryotic rDNA and the role of RNA polymerase I in ribosomal RNA transcription. Part Three explores in vitro methods to study RNA polymerase I structure and its function, and Part Four analyzes the nucleo-cytoplasmic transport of assembled ribosomes and RNP complexes. Part Five covers modifications that increase the complexity of rRNAs, and Part Six provides readers with a review of eukaryotic translation and - for the first time - describes a new method to analyze translation in vitro. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Cutting-edge and comprehensive, Ribosome Biogenesis: Methods and Protocols is a valuable resource for scientists and researchers interested in learning more about the increasing importance of in vitro RNA-technologies.

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Fast Facts: Leukemia by J. Loke (S. Karger) (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Leukemia is a hematologic malignancy arising from hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) in the bone marrow. Starting with a detailed description of hematopoiesis and what goes wrong in leukemia, this concise guide covers all aspects of the four most common subtypes of the disease. Although the incidence and prevalence of leukemia are rising worldwide, survival rates are also increasing. However, both the effects of the disease and the adverse effects of treatment remain complex challenges. Yet, as our understanding of the molecular landscape increases, therapeutic options are becoming more personalized. This revised and updated second edition of 'Fast Facts: Leukemia' addresses the causes and risk factors for each subtype of leukemia, the initial and confirmatory diagnostic tests, and the latest treatment options. Designed as a comprehensive primer for physician assistants, nurse practitioners, primary care providers, oncology nurses, hematology/ oncology trainees and pharmacists, this resource will help the non-specialist and those in training to identify leukemia early and provide a thorough understanding of the pathology and genetic basis of the disease, treatment options, and effective approaches to emergency and supportive care. Table of Contents: ? Understanding blood and its components ? What is leukemia? ? Epidemiology, etiology and risk factors ? Diagnosis ? Staging and general management ? Supportive care ? Emergencies in leukemia

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Kantianism for Animals: A Radical Kantian Animal Ethic (The Palgrave Macmillan Animal Ethics Series) by Nico Dario Müller (Palgrave Macmillan) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

This open access book revises Kant's ethical thought in one of its most notorious respects: its exclusion of animals from moral consideration. The book gives readers in animal ethics an accessible introduction to Kant's views on our duties to others, and his view that we have only 'indirect' duties regarding animals. It then investigates how one would have to depart from Kant in order to recognise that animals matter morally for their own sake. Particular attention is paid to Kant's 'Formula of Humanity,' the role of autonomy and the moral law, as well as Kant's notions of practical reason and animal instinct. The result is a deliberately amended version of Kantianism which nevertheless remains faithful to central aspects of Kant's thought. The book's final part illustrates the framework's use in applied contexts, addressing the issues of using animals as mere means, the ethics of veganism and vegetarianism, and environmental protection. Nico Dario Müller shows how, when furnished with duties to animals, Kant's moral philosophy can be a powerful resource for animal ethicists.

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Neurovascular Surgery: Surgical Approaches for Neurovascular Diseases by Julius July (Springer) (10 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This open access book presents the diagnosis, investigation and treatment of neurovascular diseases, and offers expert opinions and advice on avoiding complications in neurovascular surgery. It also covers complication management and post-operative follow-up care. The book is divided in to three parts; the first part discusses common approaches in neurovascular surgery, describing the steps, indications for and limitations of the approach, as well as the associated complications and how to avoid them. The second part addresses surgical treatment based on pathology, taking the different locations of lesions into consideration. The third part focuses on the technological developments that support neurovascular surgery, which may not be available everywhere, but have been included to help vascular surgeon understand the principles. This book is a guide for young neurosurgeons, neurosurgery residents and neurosurgery fellows, as well as for medical students and nurses who are interested in neurosurgery or are associated with this field in any way. It is also a useful teaching aid for senior neurosurgeons.

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Euthanasia: Searching for the Full Story: Experiences and Insights of Belgian Doctors and Nurses by Timothy Devos (Springer) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This open access book has been written by ten Belgian health care professionals, nurses, university professors and doctors specializing in palliative care and ethicists who, together, raise questions concerning the practice of euthanasia. They share their experiences and reflections born out of their confrontation with requests for euthanasia and end-of-life support in a country where euthanasia has been decriminalized since 2002 and is now becoming a trivial topic.Far from evoking any militancy, these stories of life and death present the other side of a reality needs to be evaluated more rigorously.Featuring multidisciplinary perspectives, this though-provoking and original book is intended not only for caregivers but also for anyone who questions the meaning of death and suffering, as well as the impact of a law passed in 2002. Presenting real-world cases and experiences, it highlights the complexity of situations and the consequences of the euthanasia law.This book appeals to palliative care providers, hematologists, oncologists, psychiatrists, nurses and health professionals as well as researchers, academics, policy-makers, and social scientists working in health care. It is also a unique resource for those in countries where the decriminalization of euthanasia is being considered. Sometimes shocking, it focuses on facts and lived experiences to challenge readers and offer insights into euthanasia in Belgium.

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Polyvagal Theory: The Secrets Behind the Rhythm of Regulation (Learn How Is Polyvagal Theory a Way Out to Reduce Mental Stress) by Tomas Barnes (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This book will help you release your stress and find ways how the polyvagal approach can cause positive effects on your life. This hypothesis will help you discover the root cause of all your problems and bring you various solutions. As you must have guessed, this book mainly discusses the polyvagal theory. The whole theory would open up in a detailed manner, taking you to the science of unknown responses of our nervous system. You'll discover: • What the vagus nerve is and how it can help you heal • What the polyvagal theory is and why it's important to study it in-depth • A full explanation of your nervous system • How to identify trauma in your life • What ptsd and how it can affect your well-being • What autism is and how you can better cope with it and help someone who suffers from it • And so much more! Polyvagal theory looks at how we read our environment and respond to it based on a "threat assessment" that tells us whether we need to be stressed or not. The theory isn't just for stress, either. Depression and trauma are also tied into it, as are your relationships. It's all about learning to read what's going on around you and react accordingly. Get the book today!!

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Natural Remedies: Naturopathy Guide To Heal, Protect Yourself From Common Ailments (Herbal Remedies For Alternative Healing Using Organic Antibiotics) by Jessica Conrad (18 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Harness The Healing Powers of Nature, Today! You're about to discover how to... Create your own treatments for different ailments such as fevers and coughs using all natural ingredients that you can get straight from your pantry or even grow in your garden. But that's not all! You'll also learn how to make beautifying products which are not only safe for any skin type but are also environmentally friendly. This guide will provide you with a clear and easy to understand introduction to natural treatments. After learning to identify the best natural ingredients you will find that most treatments are also really easy to find, many you may already have in your cupboard. For millennia, humans have sought in nature remedies for large and small illnesses. Long before official science offered us modern medicine, scrupulous healers used plants to relieve pain, treat the symptoms of many ailments, and fight diseases of all kinds. Today, many people still use medicinal plants to improve their lifestyle. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... • History Of Natural Remedies • Why Natural Alternatives vs. Prescription Drugs • Natural Remedies For Seasonal Ailments • Natural Remedies For Skin Ailments • Natural Remedies For Gastrointestinal Ailments • Natural Remedies For Headaches And Migraines • Natural Remedies For Joint, Tendons And Ligament Ailments • Natural Remedies For Depression • Natural Remedies For Sleep Insomnia • Natural Remedies For Sinus & Yeast Infections • Much, Much More! This is a very good book is used inline with what the physician directs you on how best to use. It consists of marvelous ways you can deal with fatalities and diseases naturally. Don't miss the knowledge in this book Enjoy the reading Download your copy today!

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Clinical Recovery from CNS Damage (Frontiers of Neurology and Neuroscience Book 32) by H. Naritomi (2 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

After decades of focusing on how to alleviate and prevent recurrence of acute CNS injuries, the emphasis has finally shifted towards repairing such devastating events and rehabilitation. This development has been made possible by substantial progress in understanding the scientific underpinnings of recovery as well as by novel diagnostic tools, and most importantly, by emerging therapies awaiting clinical trials. In this publication, several international experts introduce novel areas of neurological reorganization and repair following CNS damage. Principles and methods to monitor and augment neuroplasticity are explored in depth and supplemented by a critical appraisal of neurological repair mechanisms and possibilities to curtail disability using computer or robotic interfaces. Rather than providing a textbook approach of CNS restoration, the editors selected topics where progress is most imminent in this labyrinthine domain of medicine. Moreover, the varied background and origins of the contributors lend this book a truly global perspective on the current state of affairs in neurological recovery.

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Prevention and Treatment of Atherosclerosis: Improving State-of-the-Art Management and Search for Novel Targets (Handbook of Experimental ... by Arnold von Eckardstein (Springer) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

This open access book is supported by the European Atherosclerosis Society Association (EAS). This follow-up edition of the well-received Handbook volume 'Atherosclerosis: Diet and Drugs' reflects the state-of-the-art and most recent developments in atherosclerosis research. Outstanding international experts give a comprehensive overview of the field covering topics, such as improving the treatment focusing on established targets, novel drug developments addressing pre-defined targets, hypothesis-based and hypothesis-free approaches to unravel novel targets.

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Social Exclusion in Later Life: Interdisciplinary and Policy Perspectives (International Perspectives on Aging Book 28) by Kieran Walsh (Springer) (5 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Drawing on interdisciplinary, cross-national perspectives, this open access book contributes to the development of a coherent scientific discourse on social exclusion of older people. The book considers five domains of exclusion (services; economic; social relations; civic and socio-cultural; and community and spatial domains), with three chapters dedicated to analysing different dimensions of each exclusion domain. The book also examines the interrelationships between different forms of exclusion, and how outcomes and processes of different kinds of exclusion can be related to one another. In doing so, major cross-cutting themes, such as rights and identity, inclusive service infrastructures, and displacement of marginalised older adult groups, are considered. Finally, in a series of chapters written by international policy stakeholders and policy researchers, the book analyses key policies relevant to social exclusion and older people, including debates linked to sustainable development, EU policy and social rights, welfare and pensions systems, and planning and development. The book's approach helps to illuminate the comprehensive multidimensionality of social exclusion, and provides insight into the relative nature of disadvantage in later life. With 77 contributors working across 28 nations, the book presents a forward-looking research agenda for social exclusion amongst older people, and will be an important resource for students, researchers and policy stakeholders working on ageing.

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Fast Facts: Biosimilars in Hematology and Oncology: Biologics and biosimilars - getting decisions right by P. Cornes (S. Karger) Price verified 7 hours ago

Biologics have revolutionized - and are revolutionizing - the treatment of many serious disorders. The evidence acquired from more than 10 years of clinical experience, with more than 50 biosimilar drugs and more than 700 million patient-days' exposure in Europe, shows that approved biosimilars can be used as safely and effectively as originator biologics. Yet concerns persist about biosimilars - particularly in curative cancer treatment, where they are relatively recent therapeutic options. 'Fast Facts: Biosimilars in Hematology and Oncology' provides a concise overview of emerging global practice in this fast-moving area together with practical information on adding biosimilars to a formulary and switching patients. Contents: ? Biologics and the need for biosimilars ? Why do we need biosimilars? ? How is the quality of biosimilar medicines assured? ? Legal issues ? Switching, interchangeability and extrapolation ? Safety and pharmacovigilant ? Global issues ? Formulary considerations: pharmacy issues ? Formulary considerations: supportive care biosimilars ? Formulary considerations: therapeutic anti-cancer biosimilars ? Communication and awareness

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70 Years of Levothyroxine by George J. Kahaly (Springer) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

This open access book presents the history, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of levothyroxine, discussing its role in the thyroid pathophysiology of patients of various ages and during pregnancy. It also describes the influence of levothyroxine on heart, bone and in cancer. When it was first synthesized in 1949, levothyroxine represented a significant advance in the treatment of hypothyroidism, providing a safe and effective treatment option for millions of hypothyroid patients around the globe. This synthetic form of thyroxine is now one of the most prescribed drugs in the world. Levothyroxine was first introduced by Merck KGaA,Darmstadt, Germany, in 1972, and since then the company has remained actively engaged in research on this mainstay of hypothyroidism treatment. This book is intended for healthcare professionals.

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Fast Facts: Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma by P.L. Haun (S. Karger) (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) has been described as a 'great mimicker'. The correct diagnosis hinges on effective collaboration between clinicians and pathologists to correlate pathological and clinical findings. The patient's history, lesion description and diagnostic work-up will help the pathologist interpret the histopathology, whilst the clinician's diagnosis is aided by a clear understanding the terminology used in the pathology report. The treatment of early and advanced mycosis fungoides and its variants is potentially lifelong, with patients typically cycling among treatments, interspersed with periods of expectant therapy providing palliation and symptomatic relief. Effective management requires knowledge of the wide range of options, how they are used, and their side-effect profile, in order to tailor treatment to the individual patient. ' Fast Facts: Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma' is designed to help primary care providers, dermatologists, and oncologists to communicate effectively with pathologists in the diagnosis of this chronic condition, aided by over 100 superb clinical and pathological images, and to provide tailored long-term care for their patients. This concise, practical handbook will ensure clear communication with respect to the clinical presentation, histopathology, immunophenotyping and treatment of: ? early and advanced mycosis fungoides and its variants ? Sézary syndrome ? other non-mycosis fungoides CTCLs. It is essential reading for pathologists, non-specialist clinicians and dermatology and oncology trainees.

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Bearing Witness: Ruth Harrison and British Farm Animal Welfare (1920–2000) (Palgrave Studies in the History of Social Movements) by Claas Kirchhelle (Palgrave Macmillan) (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

This open access book is the biography of one of Britain's foremost animal welfare campaigners and of the world of activism, science, and politics she inhabited. In 1964, Ruth Harrison's bestseller Animal Machines triggered a gear change in modern animal protection by popularising the term 'factory farming' alongside a new way of thinking about animal welfare. Here, historian Claas Kirchhelle explores Harrison's avant-garde upbringing, Quakerism, and how animal welfare debates were linked to concerns about the wider ethical and environmental trajectories of post-war Britain. Breaking the myth of Harrison as a one-hit wonder, Kirchhelle reconstructs Harrison's 46 years of campaigning and the rapid transformation of welfare politics and science during this time. Exacerbated by Harrison's own actions, the decades after 1964 saw a polarisation of animalpolitics, a professionalisation of British activism, and the rise of a new animal welfare science. Harrison's belief in incremental reform allowed her to form ties to leading scientists but alienated her from more radical campaigners. Many of her 1964 demands gradually became part of mainstream politics. However, farm animal welfare's increasing marketisation has also led to a relative divorce from the wider agenda of social improvement that Harrison once bore witness to. This is the first book to cast light on the interlinked histories of British farm animal welfare activism, science, and legislation. Its unique scope allows it to go beyond existing accounts of modern British animal welfare and will be of interest to those interested in animal welfare, environmentalism, and the behavioural sciences.

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A Handbook of Health by Woods Hutchinson (156 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Personalized Nutrition: Translating Nutrigenetic/Nutrigenomic Research into Dietary Guidelines (World Review of Nutrition and Dietetics Book 101) by A.P. Simopoulos (S. Karger) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Awareness of the influence of our genetic variation to dietary response (nutrigenetics) and how nutrients may affect gene expression (nutrigenomics) is prompting a revolution in the field of nutrition. Nutrigenetics/Nutrigenomics provide powerful approaches to unravel the complex relationships among nutritional molecules, genetic variants and the biological system. This publication contains selected papers from the '3rd Congress of the International Society of Nutrigenetics/Nutrigenomics' held in Bethesda, Md., in October 2009. The contributions address frontiers in nutrigenetics, nutrigenomics, epigenetics, transcriptomics as well as non-coding RNAs and posttranslational gene regulations in various diseases and conditions. In addition to scientific studies, the challenges and opportunities facing governments, academia and the industry are included. Everyone interested in the future of personalized medicine and nutrition or agriculture, as well as researchers in academia, government and industry will find this publication of the utmost interest for their work.

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Preventing Dementia?: Critical Perspectives on a New Paradigm of Preparing for Old Age (Life Course, Culture and Aging: Global Transformations Book 7) by Annette Leibing (Berghahn Books) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The conceptualization of dementia has changed dramatically in recent years with the claim that, through early detection and by controlling several risk factors, a prevention of dementia is possible. Although encouraging and providing hope against this feared condition, this claim is open to scrutiny. This volume looks at how this new conceptualization ignores many of the factors which influence a dementia sufferers' prognosis, including their history with education, food and exercise as well as their living in different epistemic cultures. The central aim is to question the concept of prevention and analyze its impact on aging people and aging societies.

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How to Practice Academic Medicine and Publish from Developing Countries?: A Practical Guide by Samiran Nundy (Springer) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This is an open access book. The book provides an overview of the state of research in developing countries - Africa, Latin America, and Asia (especially India) and why research and publications are important in these regions. It addresses budding but struggling academics in low and middle-income countries. It is written mainly by senior colleagues who have experienced and recognized the challenges with design, documentation, and publication of health research in the developing world. The book includes short chapters providing insight into planning research at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, issues related to research ethics, and conduct of clinical trials. It also serves as a guide towards establishing a research question and research methodology. It covers important concepts such as writing a paper, the submission process, dealing with rejection and revisions, and covers additional topics such as planning lectures and presentations. The book will be useful for graduates, postgraduates, teachers as well as physicians and practitioners all over the developing world who are interested in academic medicine and wish to do medical research.

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Fast Facts: Managing immune-related Adverse Events in Oncology: Early recognition, prompt intervention, effective management by B.L. Rapoport (S. Karger) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Immunotherapeutic products, and immune checkpoints inhibitors in particular, are increasingly used in the management of malignancies, both as monotherapies and in combination. Adverse events tend to be mild to moderate, but they can be severe or even life-threatening. Prompt recognition and effective management are vital. 'Fast Facts: Managing Immune-Related Adverse Events' is an accessible overview that brings together clear explanations and management summaries. This highly readable handbook examines the possible effects of immunotherapies on the skin, gastrointestinal tract, liver, endocrine system and lungs, as well as less frequent reactions. Detailed descriptions and evidence-based guidance for practical application make 'Fast Facts: Managing Immunotherapy-Related Adverse Events' an invaluable resource for all healthcare professionals who may encounter patients using immunotherapy, including nurses, who are particularly well placed to identify changes linked to use of immunotherapy, those working in the emergency department and primary care providers. Table of Contents: ? Immunotherapy and its side effects: an overview ? Gastrointestinal and hepatic adverse events ? Dermatologic adverse ? Endocrine-related adverse events ? Pulmonary adverse events ? Less frequent adverse events ? Optimizing patient care and early recognition of immune-related adverse events ? Management summaries

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Musculoskeletal Diseases 2021-2024: Diagnostic Imaging (IDKD Springer Series) by Juerg Hodler (Springer) (23 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This open access book focuses on imaging of the musculoskeletal diseases. Over the last few years, there have been considerable advances in this area, driven by clinical as well as technological developments. The authors are all internationally renowned experts in their field. They are also excellent teachers, and provide didactically outstanding chapters. The book is disease-oriented and covers all relevant imaging modalities, with particular emphasis on magnetic resonance imaging. Important aspects of pediatric imaging are also included. IDKD books are completely re-written every four years. As a result, they offer a comprehensive review of the state of the art in imaging. The book is clearly structured with learning objectives, abstracts, subheadings, tables and take-home points, supported by design elements to help readers easily navigate through the text. As an IDKD book, it is particularly valuable for general radiologists, radiology residents, and interventional radiologists who want to update their diagnostic knowledge, and for clinicians interested in imaging as it relates to their specialty.

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Parasites, Pussycats and Psychosis: The Unknown Dangers of Human Toxoplasmosis by E. Fuller Torrey (Springer) (8 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This open access book analyzes the evidence linking Toxoplasma gondii to the increasing incidence of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in the United States. Initially establishing that infectious agents are regularly transmitted from animals to humans, lead to human disease, and that infectious agents can cause psychosis, it then examines the protozoan parasite Toxoplasma gondii in detail. Infecting 40 million Americans, Toxoplasma gondii is known to cause congenital infections, eye disease, and encephalitis for individuals who are immunosuppressed. It has also been shown to change the behavior of nonhuman mammals, as well as to alter some personality traits in humans. After discussing the clinical evidence linking Toxoplasma gondii to human psychosis, the book elucidates the epidemiological evidence further supporting this linkage; including the proportional increase in incidence of human psychosis as cats transitioned to domestication over 800 years. Finally, the book assessesthe magnitude of the problem and suggests solutions. Parasites, Pussycats and Psychosis: The Unknown Dangers of Human Toxoplasmosis provides a comprehensive review of the evidence linking human psychosis in the United States to infections of Toxoplasma gondii. It will be of interest to infectious disease specialists, general practitioners, scientists, historians, and cat-lovers.

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Practical atlas of OCT Angiography: The Italian experience by Vincenzo De Angelis (Edra) (12 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This Practical Atlas of OCT Angiography in the field of swept-source angiography is the end product of a scientific and editorial project that, in recent years, involved 12 Italian Centres with vast experience in the treatment of vitreoretinal degenerative vascular diseases. The atlas is eminently practical and aims to provide, including for educational purposes, a guide for handy and rapid consultation aimed at those engaging for the first time with this diagnostic methodology. In the first part of the book, the general principles of swept-source angiography, the interpretation of the diagnostic outcomes and their reporting are described. Moreover, indications are provided on how to improve the operator's learning curve and practical advice for optimising the diagnostic process in clinical practice. In the second part of the book. In the second part of the text there are numerous clinical cases divided into the respective sections of retinal pathologies and accompanied by a set of typical and atypical images obtained first of all with Swept-Source Angiography.

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The New Common: How the COVID-19 Pandemic is Transforming Society by Emile Aarts (Springer) (9 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

This open access book presents the scientific views of some fifty experts on how they believe the COVID-19 pandemic is currently affecting society, and how it will continue to do so in the years to come. Using the concept of a "common" (in the sense of common values, common places, common goods, and common sense), they elaborate on the transition from an Old Common to a New Common. In carefully crafted chapters, the authors address expected shifts in major fields like health, education, finance, business, work, and citizenship, applying concepts from law, psychology, economics, sociology, religious studies, and computer science to do so. Many of the authors anticipate an acceleration of the digital transformation in the forthcoming years, but at the same time, they argue that a successful shift to a new common can only be achieved by re-evaluating life on our planet, strengthening resilience at an individual level, and assuming more responsibility at a societal level.

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Assyrian and Babylonian Scholarly Text Catalogues: Medicine, Magic and Divination by Ulrike Steinert (De Gruyter) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

The reconstruction of ancient Mesopotamian medical, ritual and omen compendia and their complex history is still characterised by many difficulties, debates and gaps due to fragmentary or unpublished evidence. This book offers the first complete edition of the Assur Medical Catalogue, an 8th or 7th century BCE list of therapeutic texts, which forms a core witness for the serialisation of medical compendia in the 1st millennium BCE. The volume presents detailed analyses of this and several other related catalogues of omen series and rituals, constituting the corpora of divination and healing disciplines. The contributions discuss links between catalogues and textual sources, providing new insights into the development of compendia between serialization, standardization and diversity of local traditions. Though its a novel corpus-based approach, this volume revolutionizes the current understanding of Mesopotamian medical texts and the healing disciplines of "conjurer" and "physician". The research presented here allows one to identify core text corpora for these disciplines, as well as areas of exchange and borrowings between them.

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Pass The NCLEX RN & NCLEX PN: Test Taking Tips and Strategies to Easily Pass the NCLEX | Simple Fast and Easy Steps | Nursing Questions with Answers ... by Anna Curran (15 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Ace the NCLEX and Nursing School Tests and Exams Tips and Strategies to Breeze through your exams Understand how to break down the questions and demolish the NCLEX Stop the Stress and gain confidence to increase your grades and scores Scroll up and click the "BUY NOW" Button

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Fast Facts: Clinical Trials in Oncology: The fundamentals of design, conduct and interpretation by A. Hackshaw (S. Karger) (5 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Written by leading experts, 'Fast Facts: Clinical Trials in Oncology' will enhance the reader's ability to critically evaluate published evidence. Assuming little or no prior knowledge, the book sets out clearly the fundamental features of clinical trials. The key attributes of Phase I-III trials of pharmaceutical products are described, as are trials of surgical procedures, radiation therapy and advanced therapies. The processes and documentation required to set up and conduct a trial are outlined, and the authors describe how trial data and real-world evidence are used to improve care. Although this concise colorful book focuses on oncology, the principles apply equally to interventions in other areas of practice. It will prove invaluable to medical, pharmaceutical and allied health professionals who want, or need, an overview of how contemporary clinical trials are designed and conducted.

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The Heterogeneity of Cancer Metabolism (Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology Book 1311) by Anne Le (Springer) (7 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

This open access volume will introduce recent discoveries in cancer metabolism since the publication of the first edition in 2018, providing readers with an up-to-date understanding of developments in the field. Genetic alterations in cancer, in addition to being the fundamental drivers of tumorigenesis, can give rise to a variety of metabolic adaptations that allow cancer cells to survive and proliferate in diverse tumor microenvironments. This metabolic flexibility is different from normal cellular metabolic processes and leads to heterogeneity in cancer metabolism within the same cancer type or even within the same tumor. In this book, the authors delve into the complexity and diversity of cancer metabolism and highlight how understanding the heterogeneity of cancer metabolism is fundamental to the development of effective metabolism-based therapeutic strategies for cancer treatment. Deciphering how cancer cells utilize various nutrient resources will enable clinicians and researchers to pair specific chemotherapeutic agents with patients who are most likely to respond with positive outcomes, allowing for more cost-effective and personalized cancer treatment. This book has four major parts. Part one will cover the basic metabolism of cancer cells, followed by a discussion of the heterogeneity of cancer metabolism in part two. Part three addresses the relationship between cancer cells and cancer-associated fibroblasts, and the new part four will explore the metabolic interplay between cancer and other diseases. This new section makes the book unique from other texts currently available on the market. The second edition will be useful for cancer metabolism researchers, cancer biologists, epidemiologists, physicians, health care professionals in related disciplines, policymakers, marketing and economic strategists, among others. It may also be used in courses such as intro to cancer metabolism, cancer biology, and related biochemistry courses for undergraduate ...

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Medicine and Memory in Tibet: Amchi Physicians in an Age of Reform (Studies on Ethnic Groups in China) by Theresia Hofer (University of Washington Press) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Only fifty years ago, Tibetan medicine, now seen in China as a vibrant aspect of Tibetan culture, was considered a feudal vestige to be eliminated through government-led social transformation. Medicine and Memory in Tibet examines medical revivalism on the geographic and sociopolitical margins both of China and of Tibet?s medical establishment in Lhasa, exploring the work of medical practitioners, or amchi, and of Medical Houses in the west-central region of Tsang. Due to difficult research access and the power of state institutions in the writing of history, the perspectives of more marginal amchi have been absent from most accounts of Tibetan medicine. Theresia Hofer breaks new ground both theoretically and ethnographically, in ways that would be impossible in today?s more restrictive political climate that severely limits access for researchers. She illuminates how medical practitioners safeguarded their professional heritage through great adversity and personal hardship.

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Fast Facts: Peripheral T-cell Lymphoma: Unraveling the complexities of diagnosis and management by F. Foss Price verified 5 hours ago

The peripheral T-cell lymphomas (PTCLs) are a heterogenous group of rare entities. Whilst cytogenetic and molecular identifiers are being identified, accurate diagnosis remains challenging, requiring careful, expert integration of the clinical and pathological findings. The treatment of PTCL is also challenging. Protocols for the different subtypes are only just beginning to emerge, hindered by the complexities of conducting trials in such uncommon and varied conditions. While first-line treatment with conventional chemotherapy is seldom curative, patients who achieve remission may be eligible for stem cell transplantation, offering the possibility of long-term disease control if not cure. Targeted biologics are also being developed as unique cytotoxic markers are identified. 'Fast Facts: Peripheral T-Cell Lymphomas' is a new title in the Fast Facts extensive hemato-oncology library, written by experts in this emerging field. This handbook will be useful to anyone involved in the care of patients with PTCL, including haematologists, oncologists, specialist nurses and primary care providers, raising awareness of these rare lymphomas and the current - and emerging - approaches to diagnosis and treatment.

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Critical Issues in Head and Neck Oncology: Key Concepts from the Seventh THNO Meeting by Jan B. Vermorken (Springer) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

This open access book discusses the most current issues in head and neck cancer with a focus on current trends such as biomarkers, precision medicine and immunotherapy. New approaches in the diagnosis such as liquid biopsies and imaging biomarkers to predict radiotherapy toxicity as well as approaches in the surgical management of head and neck cancers are discussed. The book discusses medical and surgical approaches in both primary, recurrent and metastatic disease and also covers approaches for rare head neck cancers. Readers will learn about the latest drug developments and epidemiological aspects in cancers ranging from Head and Neck Squamous Cell Cancer to Nasopharynx cancer. Edited by a team of world leaders in Head and Neck Cancer, this volume serves as an easy reference to the head and neck oncology practitioner and provides a contemporary overview for specialists the field. The chapters are based on the latest data presented at the 7th Trends in Head and Neck Oncology Conference and reflect the most up-to-date information in the field.

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The Unequal Pandemic: COVID-19 and Health Inequalities by Clare Bambra (Policy Press) (8 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Rated as a top 10 book about the COVID-19 pandemic by New Statesman: https://www.newstatesman.com/culture/2021/07/best-books-about-covid-19-pandemic EPDF and EPUB available Open Access under CC-BY-NC- ND It has been claimed that we are 'all in it together' and that the COVID-19 virus 'does not discriminate'. This accessible, yet authoritative book dispels this myth of COVID-19 as an 'equal opportunity' disease, by showing how the pandemic is a syndemic of disease and inequality. Drawing on international data and accounts, it argues that the pandemic is unequal in three ways: it has killed unequally, been experienced unequally and will impoverish unequally. These inequalities are a political choice: with governments effectively choosing who lives and who dies, we need to learn from COVID-19 quickly to prevent growing inequality and to reduce health inequalities in the future. COVID-19 is an unequal pandemic.

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The Psychosomatic Assessment: Strategies to Improve Clinical Practice (Advances in Psychosomatic Medicine Book 32) by G.A. Fava (S. Karger) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Patient reported outcomes have become more and more important in clinical practice and research. Evaluating subjective perceptions of patients has become mandatory for a full assessment of treatment responses. In this context, clinimetrics, the science of clinical measurements, provides unprecedented opportunities for psychosomatic assessment. This volume illustrates how this approach can be translated into everyday practice complementing and improving the medical interview. The most sensitive and reliable clinical methods are presented for evaluating specific psychosocial aspects of disease, i.e. childhood adversities, life events and chronic stress, lifestyle, sexual function, subclinical and affective disturbances, personality, illness behavior, well-being and family dynamics. Each chapter provides practical illustrations as to how crucial information can be obtained with specific methods individualized according to the patients' needs. A hyperlink is provided to a website that contains many of the instruments assessed in the volume. This book enables the reader to understand the value of patient reported outcomes in clinical practice. It is intended to expand and refine the skills of clinicians who work in general and specialized medicine and psychiatry, whether physicians, psychologists or other health professionals.

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Psychiatry of Parkinson's Disease (Advances in Biological Psychiatry Book 27) by K.P. Ebmeier (S. Karger) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Psychiatric symptoms are common in the neurological and geriatric care of patients with Parkinson's disease. This book assembles short reviews from experts in the field to chart the various psychiatric syndromes known in Parkinson's disease, their presentation, etiology and management. Presented are special topics on epidemiology of psychiatric symptoms, affective disorders and apathy, early cognitive impairment through to dementia, visuoperceptual dysfunction, psychotic disorders, sleep disturbances, impulse disorders and sexual problems. Further, rarely discussed issues, such as the relationship between somatoform disorders and parkinsonism are reviewed. This publication is essential reading for old age psychiatrists, gerontologists and neurologists who work with patients suffering from Parkinson's disease. In addition, health practitioners who deal with senior patients, as well as scientists who need a quick update on the progress in this important clinical field will find this volume a helpful reference.

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Self-Directed Learner - the Three Pillar Model of Self-Directedness: The Three Pillar Model for Developing Self-Directedness by Jennifer Gavriel (CRC Press) (1 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Self-directed learning is perhaps the Holy Grail of adult learning and for good reason. Within this seemingly simple phrase lies the battleground for the frustrations of both educator and learner as they work through the difficulties of an unequal and sometimes intense partnership

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Use Of Patented Traditional Chinese Medicine Against Covid-19: A Practical Manual by Huaqiang Zhai (World Scientific / Chemical Industry Press, China) (18 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

COVID-19 is a severe and complex epidemic ravaging many countries. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has accumulated rich experience and achieved outstanding effects in its struggle against epidemics for thousands of years. As an essential intervention means for prevention and control of COVID-19, TCM boasts significant effects in relieving fever symptoms, slowing down disease progression, preventing disease transformation, reducing hormone dosage, and alleviating complications. Establishing and improving the emergency supply service mode of Chinese medicine in response to public health emergencies, and scientifically managing and allocating Chinese medicine medical resources are conducive to establishing a green channel for the emergency supply of Chinese medicine in response to major public health emergencies.This book focuses on the four oral Chinese patent medicines used in the clinical treatment period based on the Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of COVID-19 by the National Health Commission and National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine of China.This work is not only an important part of the theoretical system of TCM treatment based on syndrome differentiation but also an effective way to promote an even deeper integration of clinical pharmaceutical service and clinical medical practice.

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Fast Facts: Leukemia: From initial gene mutation to survivorship support by J. Loke Price verified 8 hours ago

A thorough overview of the four main types of leukemia (acute and chronic myeloid, acute lymphoblastic and chronic lymphocytic), with superb explanatory illustrations. Covering all aspects of the disease, from a detailed description of hematopoiesis and what goes wrong in leukemia, through the tests and interventions, to the management of emergency complications, this highly readable primer is the ideal resource for primary care providers, specialist nurses and oncology/hematology trainees wanting to know more.

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Fast Facts: Gene Therapy: A new therapeutic direction?. by R. Herzog (S. Karger) (8 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Gene therapy has emerged as a discipline in medicine that can provide treatments for diseases that have no other therapies available, save lives of patients for whom there is no other hope and replace suboptimal treatments with lasting cures. 'Fast Facts: Gene Therapy' provides an overview of the field, looking at the main vector systems used to transfer the therapeutic gene constructs, the molecular mechanisms and the history of gene therapy, as well as the safety and ethical considerations of this important advance. Multiple examples of diseases that are already successfully treated with gene therapy are given, with discussion of treatments that hold promise for the future. This book will be informative and of value to health professionals, researchers, students and anyone with an interest in this exciting and fast-moving area. Contents: ? Principles of gene therapy ? Gene therapy techniques ? Ethical and safety considerations ? Gene therapies with proven clinical efficacy ? Genome editing ? Research directions - the next wave of treatments

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Fast Facts: Multiple Sclerosis: A new era of disease modification and treatment by S.E. Hughes (S. Karger) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a leading cause of disability in young adults, carrying a considerable individual and societal economic burden. The development of disease-modifying therapies and updates to diagnostic criteria are leading us into a new era for MS management, both in the earliest disease phases and progressive MS. In this completely revised/fully updated edition of Fast Facts: Multiple Sclerosis, we present the most recent evidence on disease pathogenesis and all clinical aspects of the condition, as well as the latest on disease-modifying therapies and other potential treatments. Given the need for multidisciplinary management of MS, we have written this resource for the benefit of all health professionals involved in MS care. Table of Contents: ? Epidemiology and genetics ? Pathology ? The clinical picture ? Treatment of relapses and symptoms ? Disease-modifying treatment ? Emerging therapies ? Special MS populations ? Lifestyle considerations and the multidisciplinary team ? Advanced MS

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Fast Facts: Perioperative Pain: Effective management has numerous benefits by M. Brown (S. Karger) (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The importance of effective and safe pain management in the perioperative period has never been greater. The populations clinicians serve are rapidly changing and, when considered in combination with socioeconomic issues, it is clear that the challenges of providing a high-quality perioperative experience are extensive. Fast Facts: Perioperative Pain provides a succinct and accessible guide to the practice of perioperative pain management, covering the complete surgical journey from the preoperative assessment phase through to postoperative management, including persistent postsurgical pain. Packed with detailed figures and illustrations, this valuable resource is suitable for all multidisciplinary team members who encounter surgical patients in pain during the course of their work. Table of Contents: ? Pain mechanisms ? Preoperative phase ? Diagnosis and assessment ? Multimodal strategies ? Systemic therapies ? Non-systemic therapies ? Non-pharmacological management ? Specific management strategies ? Persistent postsurgical pain ? Substance use disorder

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Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (Reproductive Medicine and Assisted Reproductive Techniques Series Book 1) by Jan Gerris (CRC Press) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Major advances have recently been made in our understanding of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS). These include improving classification, recognizing primary and secondary risk factors, manipulating and monitoring ovarian stimulation, handling risky situations, and elucidating the underlying pathophysiologic mechanisms of the syndrome. As su

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Drug-Acceptor Interactions: Modeling Theoretical Tools to Test and Evaluate Experimental Equilibrium Effects by Niels Bindslev (CRC Press) (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Drug-Acceptor Interactions: Modeling theoretical tools to test and evaluate experimental equilibrium effects suggests novel theoretical tools to test and evaluate drug interactions seen with combinatorial drug therapy. The book provides an in-depth, yet controversial, exploration of existing tools for analysis of dose-response studies at equilibrium or steady state. The book is recommended reading for post-graduate students and researchers engaged in the study of systems biology, networks, and the pharmacodynamics of natural or industrial drugs, as well as for medical clinicians interested in drug application and combinatorial drug therapy. Even people without mathematical skills will be able to follow the pros and cons of reaction schemes and their related distribution equations. Chapter 9 is a hands-on guide for software to plot, fit and analyze one's own data.

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Preventing HIV Among Young People in Southern and Eastern Africa: Emerging Evidence and Intervention Strategies (Routledge Studies in Health in ... by Kaymarlin Govender (Routledge) (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This book provides an overview of the current epidemiology of the HIV epidemic among young people in Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) and examines the efforts to confront and reduce the high level of new HIV infections amongst young people. Taking a multi-dimensional approach to prevention, the contributors discuss the many challenges facing these efforts, in view of the slow progress in curbing the incidence of HIV amongst young people, focusing particularly on the structural and social drivers of HIV. Through an examination of these issues, chapters in this book provide valuable insights on how to mitigate HIV risk among young people and what can be regarded as the catalysts to mounting credible policy and programmatic responses required to achieve epidemic control in the region. The contributors draw on examples from a range of primary and secondary data sources to illustrate promising practices and challenges in HIV prevention, demonstrating links between conceptual approaches to prevention and lessons learnt from implementation projects in the region. Bringing together social scientists and public health experts who are actively engaged in finding effective solutions, the book discusses 'which interventions works', 'why they work', and the limitations and gaps in our knowledge to curb the pandemic amongst young people. As such it is an important read for researchers focusing on HIV/AIDS and public health. The Open Access version of this book, available at https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/e/10.4324/9780429462818 has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license.

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Fast Facts: Psychosis in Parkinson's Disease: Finding the right therapeutic balance by J.H. Friedman (S. Karger) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Psychosis affects nearly 50% of patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). It is a major therapeutic challenge, as a balance needs to be found between the PD medications that can exacerbate psychotic symptoms and the antipsychotics that may worsen motor function. Focusing on the most common side effects of PD medications, namely visual hallucinations and delusions, this highly readable handbook will increase readers' awareness of: ? the various presentations of psychosis in PD ? modifiable risk factors ? prescribing that balances the benefits and potential harms. Detailed case studies and evidence-based guidance for practical application make 'Fast Facts: Psychosis in Parkinson's Disease' an invaluable resource for all healthcare professionals responsible for the outpatient care of patients with PD, including neurologists, psychiatrists, geriatricians, psychiatric nurse practitioners, specialist PD nurses and primary care providers.

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Human Challenge Studies in Endemic Settings: Ethical and Regulatory Issues (SpringerBriefs in Ethics) by Euzebiusz Jamrozik (Springer) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This open access book provides an extensive review of ethical and regulatory issues related to human infection challenge studies, with a particular focus on the expansion of this type of research into endemic settings and/or low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Human challenge studies (HCS) involve the intentional infection of research participants, and this type of research is rapidly increasing in frequency worldwide. HCS are widely considered to be an especially promising approach to vaccine development, including for pathogens endemic to LMICs. However, challenge studies are sometimes controversial and raise complex ethical issues, some of which are especially salient in endemic and/or LMIC settings. Informed by qualitative interviews with experts in infectious diseases and bioethics, this book highlights areas of ethical consensus and controversy concerning this kind of research. As the first volume to focus on ethical issues associated with human challenge studies, it sets the agenda for further work in this important area of global health research; contributes to current debates in research ethics; and aims to inform regulatory policy and research practice. Insofar as it focuses on HCS in (endemic) settings where diseases are present and/or widespread, much of the analysis provided here is directly relevant to HCS involving pandemic diseases including COVID19.

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Fast Facts: Acute Myeloid Leukemia by W. Blum (4 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

This last year has seen the approval of the first targeted treatments for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) - following decades with no new developments and a poor prognosis for most patients with the disease. The new drugs reflect the remarkable progress that has been made in our understanding of the pathophysiology of AML and its underlying cytogenetic and molecular abnormalities - which differ not only between patients but also within a patient over time and with treatment. 'Fast Facts: Acute Myeloid Leukemia' provides a comprehensive yet concise foundation for understanding AML: from basic epidemiology, diagnosis, classification and the current 'standard' treatment, through to recent advances in our understanding of the cytogenetic and molecular underpinnings of the disease, such as the IDH2 mutation, and the future for tailored therapy. It will be useful to primary care providers, medical students, specialist nurses, junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals who want to develop a thorough grounding in our evolving understanding of AML and its treatment. Contents: ? Epidemiology, pathophysiology and etiology ? Diagnosis ? Treatment ? Supportive care ? Prognosis and monitoring ? Emerging treatments ? Useful resources

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The EBMT Handbook: Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapies by Enric Carreras (Springer) (25 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

This Open Access edition of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) handbook addresses the latest developments and innovations in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy. Consisting of 93 chapters, it has been written by 175 leading experts in the field. Discussing all types of stem cell and bone marrow transplantation, including haplo-identical stem cell and cord blood transplantation, it also covers the indications for transplantation, the management of early and late complications as well as the new and rapidly evolving field of cellular therapies. This book provides an unparalleled description of current practices to enhance readers' knowledge and practice skills.

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A History of Intelligence and 'Intellectual Disability': The Shaping of Psychology in Early Modern Europe by C.F. Goodey (Routledge) (25 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Starting with the hypothesis that not only human intelligence but also its antithesis 'intellectual disability' are nothing more than historical contingencies, C.F. Goodey's paradigm-shifting study traces the rich interplay between labelled human types and the radically changing characteristics attributed to them. From the twelfth-century beginnings of European social administration to the onset of formal human science disciplines in the modern era, A History of Intelligence and 'Intellectual Disability' reconstructs the socio-political and religious contexts of intellectual ability and disability, and demonstrates how these concepts became part of psychology, medicine and biology. Goodey examines a wide array of classical, late medieval and Renaissance texts, from popular guides on conduct and behavior to medical treatises and from religious and philosophical works to poetry and drama. Focusing especially on the period between the Protestant Reformation and 1700, Goodey challenges the accepted wisdom that would have us believe that 'intelligence' and 'disability' describe natural, trans-historical realities. Instead, Goodey argues for a model that views intellectual disability and indeed the intellectually disabled person as recent cultural creations. His book is destined to become a standard resource for scholars interested in the history of psychology and medicine, the social origins of human self-representation, and current ethical debates about the genetics of intelligence. The Open Access version of this book, available at http://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/e/9781315564838, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license.

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Updates on Myopia: A Clinical Perspective by Marcus Ang (Springer) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

This book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license. This open access book discusses basic clinical concepts of myopia, prevention of progression and surgical treatments for myopia and pathological myopia. It also summarises the latest evidence and best practices for managing myopia, high myopia and its complications. Written by leading experts, the book addresses clinical diagnosis and interpretation of imaging modalities, and various complications of myopia such as glaucoma, choroidal neovascularization, retinal degeneration and cataracts. It is a valuable comprehensive resource for general and sub-specialist ophthalmologists as well as residents and ophthalmologists in training.

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Diseases of the Brain, Head and Neck, Spine 2020–2023: Diagnostic Imaging (IDKD Springer Series) by Juerg Hodler (Springer) (86 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

This open access book offers an essential overview of brain, head and neck, and spine imaging. Over the last few years, there have been considerable advances in this area, driven by both clinical and technological developments. Written by leading international experts and teachers, the chapters are disease-oriented and cover all relevant imaging modalities, with a focus on magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography. The book also includes a synopsis of pediatric imaging. IDKD books are rewritten (not merely updated) every four years, which means they offer a comprehensive review of the state-of-the-art in imaging. The book is clearly structured and features learning objectives, abstracts, subheadings, tables and take-home points, supported by design elements to help readers navigate the text. It will particularly appeal to general radiologists, radiology residents, and interventional radiologists who want to update their diagnostic expertise, as well as clinicians from other specialties who are interested in imaging for their patient care.

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Orthogeriatrics: The Management of Older Patients with Fragility Fractures (Practical Issues in Geriatrics) by Paolo Falaschi (Springer) (13 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Open access publication has been possible through an unconditional educational grant from UCB. This new open access edition supported by the Fragility Fracture Network aims at giving the widest possible dissemination on fragility fracture (especially hip fracture) management and notably in countries where this expertise is sorely needed. It has been extensively revised and updated by the experts of this network to provide a unique and reliable content in one single volume. Throughout the book, attention is given to the difficult question of how to provide best practice in countries where the discipline of geriatric medicine is not well established and resources for secondary prevention are scarce. The revised and updated chapters on the epidemiology of hip fractures, osteoporosis, sarcopenia, surgery, anaesthesia, medical management of frailty, peri-operative complications, rehabilitation and nursing are supplemented by six new chapters. These include an overview of the multidisciplinary approach to fragility fractures and new contributions on pre-hospital care, treatment in the emergency room, falls prevention, nutrition and systems for audit. The reader will have an exhaustive overview and will gain essential, practical knowledge on how best to manage fractures in elderly patients and how to develop clinical systems that do so reliably.

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