Back on Track
Back On Track deals with wellness, back relief, lifestyle improvement and fitness. Author Roberta Bergman puts these topics into a comprehensive, reader friendly interactive, hands-on guide, especially for anyone with common chronic back ailments. The author's focus is on back pain prevention through posture improvement, ergonomics, therapeutic exercise, stress reduction, proper body mechanics, disciplined exercise and the basics of good nutrition.Back On Track is a learning tool for people who want to find the right physical techniques to heal their back or protect it from hurt. Dr. Aubrey Swartz, Executive Director of the prestigious American Back Society wrote the book's forward, stating that "Roberta Bergman is to be commended on her continuing efforts to develop exercise programs to assist in the prevention and treatment of postural and mechanical back pain problems. We agree that developing and maintaining a reasonable level of physical conditioning can be helpful for achieving these goals."Back On Track appeals to young people and baby boomers.Whoever uses their neck and back with the proliferation of screen technology (tech neck.) It speaks to people who have acquired chronic back pain from the lack of suitable exercise, under conditioned muscles, sedentary habits, poor posture, stress and improper nutrition.Back On Trackis an exercise manual for back stretching, strengthening, posture improvement and relaxation techniques to reduce chronic back and neck pain. It can be easily followed in the comfort of one's home, office or gym.
Biostatistics and Epidemiology
This book teaches foundations of epidemiological design and statistical methods, as well as including topics applicable to new areas of research. Since the publication of the first edition, Biostatistics and Epidemiology has attracted loyal readers from various specialty areas in the biomedical community. The Fifth Edition includes coverage of fixed and random effects and mixed effects models; Poisson regression; constructing confidence intervals for U-shaped relationships; analysis of rare variants; Mendelian randomization; and aspects of machine learning and big data analytics. Biostatistics and Epidemiology was written to be accessible for readers without backgrounds in mathematics. It provides clear explanations of underlying principles, as well as practical guidelines of "how to do it" and "how to interpret it." Key features include a philosophical and logical explanation at the beginning of the book, subsections that can stand alone or serve as reference, cross-referencing, recommended reading, and appendices covering sample calculations for various statistics in the text.
Knee Pain
Plan your way to healthier stronger knees at home without special equipment Treat Your Own Knees offers an effective and complete do-it yourself program for anyone who suffers from knee pain: athletes, sports enthusiasts, elderly overweight people, those who have arthritis or damaged knee joints or just regular people. The simple exercises described in this book are clearly illustrated and guidelines are included for massages, relaxation techniques and heat therapy for managing pain. This book also comes with handy charts that will help you progress as you try to enhance knee mobility. In this book you will learn..Easy to follow instructions and step-by-step approach.Do-It-Yourself (DIY). The processes are clear and simple to understand.No complications of process and information.Beginners friendly.Diagram illustrations.Exercises for knee rehabilitation.Exercises for knee injury preventsIntegrating knee workouts into your routine will help you avoid accidents. Strengthening your knee will also aid in proper walking, posing, and avoid the fractions or disorders of your knee muscles. Stiff knee can result in injuries to the muscles around your leg, weaken knee muscles including knee joint bones, and tightness. Mostly, if the injury does not heal properly or if you damage the knee several times it can lead to more damage.
Neovascular Glaucoma
This book offers a comprehensive overview of neovascular glaucoma (NVG), which is an extraordinarily aggressive type of secondary glaucoma that has often been discussed as an afterthought rather than the focal subject in glaucoma reference books. NVG is considered an end stage complication in patients with certain underlying retinal diseases, most commonly diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusions. Historically, NVG has been one of the most difficult types of glaucoma to manage, with a high failure rate for traditional glaucoma surgery, and often progression of the underlying retinal disease despite "standard of care" treatment. Chapters cover advancements made in recent years in the management of the underlying ischemic retinal conditions that lead to NVG, including the use of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) medications. Additionally, chapters discuss glaucoma surgeries, which have become less invasive in recent years with the advent of microinvasiveglaucoma surgery (MIGS). This book offers an up-to-date reference regarding current concepts in the diagnosis, as well as medical, laser, and surgical treatment of NVG in the anti-VEGF era, with attention to the close collaboration between glaucoma specialists and retina specialists. Neovascular Glaucoma - Current Concepts in Diagnosis and Treatment will change the way ophthalmologists manage NVG, ensuring patients better outcomes. It is a must-have resource for ophthalmologists worldwide.
Pain
Step into the intriguing world of pain, an enduring global medical challenge that plagues countless lives and drives individuals to seek relief in doctor's offices worldwide. PAIN: The Culture and Science of Pain delves deep into the intricate web of history and various treatments of pain. Unveiling the limitations of current medications and alternative approaches, as well as the associated risks they carry, this captivating exploration uncovers a myriad of factors contributing to subpar pain relief. From cultural perspectives to ingrained biases, this book describes how they contribute to inadequate pain management. Drawing upon her vast expertise, the author masterfully navigates the complex terrain of pain, expertly bridging the gap between medical intricacies and cultural influences. The book provides profound insights into the pressing dilemma of inadequate pain relief, while also presenting promising glimpses of a future where pain may be finally conquered. PAIN offers both enlightenment and hope, transforming your perception of this ubiquitous human experience.
Pain
Step into the intriguing world of pain, an enduring global medical challenge that plagues countless lives and drives individuals to seek relief in doctor's offices worldwide. PAIN: The Culture and Science of Pain delves deep into the intricate web of history and various treatments of pain. Unveiling the limitations of current medications and alternative approaches, as well as the associated risks they carry, this captivating exploration uncovers a myriad of factors contributing to subpar pain relief. From cultural perspectives to ingrained biases, this book describes how they contribute to inadequate pain management. Drawing upon her vast expertise, the author masterfully navigates the complex terrain of pain, expertly bridging the gap between medical intricacies and cultural influences. The book provides profound insights into the pressing dilemma of inadequate pain relief, while also presenting promising glimpses of a future where pain may be finally conquered. PAIN offers both enlightenment and hope, transforming your perception of this ubiquitous human experience.
Identity in the COVID-19 Years
Identity in the Covid-19 Years explores the how the COVID-19 pandemic has been represented in media, communication and culture, and the role these changes have played in renewing how we understand identity, engage in social belonging and relate ethically to each other and the world. This book explores how the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on how we perform our identities, engage in social belonging, and communicate with each other. Understanding the onset of the pandemic as a moment experienced as cultural rupture, Cover provides a framework for understanding how selfhood, belonging, relationships and perceptions of time and space have undergone a disruption that not only is damaging to continuity and stability but also provides positive value through renewal and the re-making of the self and ways of living ethically. Drawing on philosophic, media and cultural studies approaches, this book describes how networks of mutual care and global interdependency have been powerfully drawn out by the experience of the pandemic, yet also disavowed in some settings in favour of a problem individualism and sustained inequalities. The roles of disruption and interdependency are examined across an array of pandemic-related topics, including health communication, apocalyptic storytelling, lockdowns and immobilities, mask-wearing, social distancing and new practices touch, anti-vaccination discourses, and frameworks for mourning the lost past and the uncertain future. By focusing on the impact of the pandemic on identity, this work explains and revisits theories of belonging and ethics to help us understand how new ways of perceiving our vulnerability may lead to more positive, inclusive and ethical ways of living.
Health Measurement Scales
Health Measurement Scales is the ultimate guide to appraising, developing, and validating measurement scales that are used in the health sciences. Written in a clear and practical style, this guide enables clinicians and researchers to both develop scales to measure subjective states and non-tangible health outcomes, as well as evaluate and differentiate among existing tools. Topics presented in the order that scales are constructed: how the individual items are developed, biases that can affect responses, various response options, how to select the best items in the set, how to combine them into a scale; and finally how to determine the reliability and validity of the scale. Fully updated to reflect recent developments in the field and the latest survey methods. The new edition contains updated information on generalizability theory and item response theory, and integration of qualitative research methods into scale design and testing. Including guidelines, appendices and checklists, this useful book is a must-read for any practitioner dealing with any kind of subjective measurement.
The Tinnitus Book
This book is a resource for anyone who experiences tinnitus.Tinnitus impacts the lives of 10% to 15% of all adults. Those seeking help for tinnitus are at a disadvantage because there are no standards to ensure competent clinical services. They may receive services or products that are not supported by science-wasting valuable time and money.The Tinnitus Book guides you to understand tinnitus and how to find relief. Backed by over three decades of extensive research experience, Dr. James Henry provides answers to your questions and describes credible methods of treatment that are supported by years of research and clinical implementation.In this book, you will learn: What tinnitus is, how and why it affects people, and how to find relief.How to distinguish tinnitus problems from hearing problems.Methods of tinnitus treatment with the strongest evidence for effectiveness.How to start with lower levels of treatment and progress to higher levels if necessary.How to knowledgeably interact with healthcare professionals concerning tinnitus.This is a unique and comprehensive book written by a long-time tinnitus researcher who has no conflicts of interest and no agenda other than to provide accurate information about tinnitus and its treatment.
A Holter for Parkinson's Disease Motor Symptoms: Stat-On(tm)
A new information and communication technology (ICT) has been deployed in the battle against Parkinson's disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that is both progressive and disabling with significant impact on quality of life. This book explains the experience following from the achieved results in the REMPARK project on Parkinson's disease management up to the launch of a new medical product to the European market, STAT-ON(TM).The new medical device, STAT-ON(TM) is a real Holter for the motor symptoms associated to PD. It provides objective information about the severity and distribution of PD motor symptoms and their fluctuations in daily life, allowing for an unbiased and correct monitoring of the patient. This real-time remote monitoring solution gives additional information to neurologists, opening up new possibilities for more effective treatment, more accurate control in clinical trials, and for early detection of motor complications.The number of PD patients is continuously rising, adding complexity, especially in the management at the level of public health. It is an incurable disease, with a symptomatic treatment that tries to alleviate the associated symptoms through a correct adjustment of the medication. For this reason, it is also very important to be aware of changes in the manifestation of the symptoms, which may indicate the need for an adjustment or even a change in the therapy strategy.The intensive complementary use of STAT-ON(TM) by neurologists, health professionals and researchers, will increase the independence and quality of life of patients, improving their disease management, and contributing to a deeper understanding of the nature of the disease.The Open Access version of this book, available at http: //www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons [Attribution-Non-Commercial (CC-BY-NC)] 4.0 license.
Introducing Women’s Self Defence
NOTE: this book is accompanied by some highly valuable online lessons and video tutorials. Please check the Special Information section to register for these.Women and Girls - Get Your Self Defence Superpowers!This training manual deals with the five most common situations that women face according to data and research from UN Women and various universities.Based on decades of sports and self defence coaching experience, as well as policing the streets of London.Learn how to deal with being followed, being grabbed, being relocated, hit or overpowered by a strong man.Learn to hit really hard for those times when you have to.Learn how to use his strength against him.The book also covers: Psychological elements, such as how to overcome fear when overwhelmed, scared and frozen.How to deal with being pinned to the ground.How to deal with ambush attacks and much more!Using sport science principles to accelerate your learning and make sure you become more powerful - whether you're at home, commuting for work, on holiday or in you car - this training manual is rooted in real-world insights and data from UN Women, the British Home Office, and the police.Crafted by an expert with extensive experience in sports coaching, martial arts, and criminal investigations.Introducing Women's Self Defence: The Psychology, The Tactics, and The Skills That Will Keep You Alive. By Hafiz Younis.Dealing with the real situations women and girls can face today.Feel safer and more confident wherever you go, knowing you have skills to make you more powerful.Walk alone with more ease and the knowledge to deal with the most common situations women can face.
What I Got Instead
How can God bear to see us suffer? Why won't he heal everyone who asks for healing? Where is he in our present trouble? Eileen Sommi, plagued by migraines since childhood, grew up believing her pain was normal and rarely spoke of it. Raised in the Christian faith, she began to silently wrestle with these questions as she prayed for healing. She couldn't understand why God wouldn't take her pain away. One night, with her husband at work, three children running amok, and a baby crying, Eileen broke down in sobs, her tears landing on the hot dogs she was grilling while knee-deep in grass that hadn't been mowed in weeks. She finally came to the end of her ability to press on with life while her head pounded incessantly. God had to help her find a way out of her pain. She insisted he hold true to his promises. Her desperation demanded a win, her questions deserved an answer, and her body needed a break. The next day, she grabbed hold of her pain and stared it straight in the eye. Things were about to change. In What I Got Instead, you will experience the rollercoaster ride that ranges from hard to humorous as Eileen fights for healing and resolves to come to terms with suffering and the God she loves. You will also share in her frustration and revelation as she boldly confronts the age-old problem of pain and the mystery of faith.
Contains Recycled Parts
Aimee Mackovic almost died at least twice. The first time was as a three-year-old, choking on a Life Saver candy, until her mother helped expel it. The second time, as a 40-something English professor and poet, she suffered heart, liver and kidney failure, having just days to live. Then, thanks to the immeasurable kindness of organ donors and extraordinary doctors and nurses, Aimee embarks on a life-saving journey where her family, friends and spiritual beliefs carry her through the physical and emotional trauma of surgeries. Now, in her inspiring memoir, CONTAINS RECYCLED PARTS: My Triple Organ Transplant Journey and the Science of Gratitude, she writes: A nurse asks me what my pain level is on a scale of one to ten and I thrust both of my hands and all my fingers out and mouth: TEN! My side feels like it has been devoured by a carnivorous beast and my now mangled entrails are on the outside. I mouth to my mom through sobs: "Please get me morphine!"Throughout this riveting memoir, Aimee recounts her extraordinary journey surviving a triple transplant-heart, liver, and kidney-narrating her harrowing experiences with humor, gratitude, and unwavering resilience.All while she explores the gift of exceptional medical care, the loving support of her family and friends, and deep connections with organ donors and their families. Her inspiring story-which includes journal entries and Facebook posts that chronicle the experience in real time-weaves a rich and inspiring tapestry of science, gratitude, and a lighthearted spirit in the face of life's gravest challenges.This book is a must-read for anyone facing a health crisis, as well as for anyone who loves an engaging, entertaining read that will make you laugh, cry, and cherish life with optimism, love and gratitude.
HEART Harmony
Heart Harmony: Understanding and Living with Heart Disease is a comprehensive and accessible guide or the general public. It provides valuable information on the functioning and anatomy of the heart, as well as how it can be affected by various diseases. The book covers topics such as coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and heart failure, explaining their causes, symptoms, and risk factors. One of the standout features of the book is its focus on living in harmony with heart disease. It offers practical advice on lifestyle modifications, including exercise, diet, and stress management techniques. The book also emphasizes the importance of medication adherence, regular check-ups, and effective communication with healthcare providers. In addition to managing heart disease, "Heart Harmony" also provides precautionary measures to reduce the risk of developing heart disease. It guides readers on maintaining a healthy heart through strategies such as adopting a heart-healthy diet, engaging in regular physical activity, and avoiding harmful habits like smoking. Throughout the book, the author maintains a compassionate and understanding tone, reassuring readers that a heart disease diagnosis does not mean the end of a fulfilling life. The goal of "Heart Harmony" is to empower individuals with heart disease, offering encouragement and support to help them navigate their journey with confidence. Overall, "Heart Harmony" is an informative and practical guide that educates the general public on heart health, disease prevention, and living harmoniously with heart conditions. It provides valuable information, practical tips, and a compassionateperspective to help readers lead fulfilling lives while managing their heart health.
SARS Stories
In SARS Stories, Belinda Kong delves into the cultural archive of the 2003 SARS pandemic, examining Chinese-language creative works and social practices at the epicenters of the outbreak in China and Hong Kong. As the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted issues of anti-Asian racism and sinophobia, Kong traces how Chinese people navigated the SARS pandemic and created meaning amid crisis through cultures of epidemic expression. From sentimental romances and Cantopop songs to raunchy sex comedies and crowdsourced ghost tales, unexpected and minor genres and creators of Chinese popular culture highlight the resilience and humanity of those living through the pandemic. Rather than narrating pandemic life in terms of crisis and catastrophe, Kong argues that these works highlight Chinese practices of community, care, and love amid disease. She also highlights the persistence of orientalism in anglophone accounts of SARS index patients and global reporting on COVID-era China. Kong shows how the Chinese experiences of living with SARS can reshape global feelings toward pandemic social life and foster greater fellowship in the face of pandemics.
Contains Recycled Parts
Aimee Mackovic almost died at least twice. The first time was as a three-year-old, choking on a Life Saver candy, until her mother helped expel it. The second time, as a 40-something English professor and poet, she suffered heart, liver and kidney failure, having just days to live. Then, thanks to the immeasurable kindness of organ donors and extraordinary doctors and nurses, Aimee embarks on a life-saving journey where her family, friends and spiritual beliefs carry her through the physical and emotional trauma of surgeries. Now, in her inspiring memoir, CONTAINS RECYCLED PARTS: My Triple Organ Transplant Journey and the Science of Gratitude, she writes: A nurse asks me what my pain level is on a scale of one to ten and I thrust both of my hands and all my fingers out and mouth: TEN! My side feels like it has been devoured by a carnivorous beast and my now mangled entrails are on the outside. I mouth to my mom through sobs: "Please get me morphine!"Throughout this riveting memoir, Aimee recounts her extraordinary journey surviving a triple transplant-heart, liver, and kidney-narrating her harrowing experiences with humor, gratitude, and unwavering resilience.All while she explores the gift of exceptional medical care, the loving support of her family and friends, and deep connections with organ donors and their families. Her inspiring story-which includes journal entries and Facebook posts that chronicle the experience in real time-weaves a rich and inspiring tapestry of science, gratitude, and a lighthearted spirit in the face of life's gravest challenges.This book is a must-read for anyone facing a health crisis, as well as for anyone who loves an engaging, entertaining read that will make you laugh, cry, and cherish life with optimism, love and gratitude.
Identity in the Covid-19 Years
Identity in the Covid-19 Years explores the how the COVID-19 pandemic has been represented in media, communication and culture, and the role these changes have played in renewing how we understand identity, engage in social belonging and relate ethically to each other and the world. This book explores how the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on how we perform our identities, engage in social belonging, and communicate with each other. Understanding the onset of the pandemic as a moment experienced as cultural rupture, Cover provides a framework for understanding how selfhood, belonging, relationships and perceptions of time and space have undergone a disruption that not only is damaging to continuity and stability but also provides positive value through renewal and the re-making of the self and ways of living ethically. Drawing on philosophic, media and cultural studies approaches, this book describes how networks of mutual care and global interdependency have been powerfully drawn out by the experience of the pandemic, yet also disavowed in some settings in favour of a problem individualism and sustained inequalities. The roles of disruption and interdependency are examined across an array of pandemic-related topics, including health communication, apocalyptic storytelling, lockdowns and immobilities, mask-wearing, social distancing and new practices touch, anti-vaccination discourses, and frameworks for mourning the lost past and the uncertain future. By focusing on the impact of the pandemic on identity, this work explains and revisits theories of belonging and ethics to help us understand how new ways of perceiving our vulnerability may lead to more positive, inclusive and ethical ways of living.
SARS Stories
In SARS Stories, Belinda Kong delves into the cultural archive of the 2003 SARS pandemic, examining Chinese-language creative works and social practices at the epicenters of the outbreak in China and Hong Kong. As the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted issues of anti-Asian racism and sinophobia, Kong traces how Chinese people navigated the SARS pandemic and created meaning amid crisis through cultures of epidemic expression. From sentimental romances and Cantopop songs to raunchy sex comedies and crowdsourced ghost tales, unexpected and minor genres and creators of Chinese popular culture highlight the resilience and humanity of those living through the pandemic. Rather than narrating pandemic life in terms of crisis and catastrophe, Kong argues that these works highlight Chinese practices of community, care, and love amid disease. She also highlights the persistence of orientalism in anglophone accounts of SARS index patients and global reporting on COVID-era China. Kong shows how the Chinese experiences of living with SARS can reshape global feelings toward pandemic social life and foster greater fellowship in the face of pandemics.
Eleven Months & Twelve Days
11 months and 12 days is how long her oldest son Christopher lived. In 1977, he was diagnosed with a very rare and fatal disease and two months later, he died.It was twenty years before Kathie Strawn-Frazier learned the name of the disease that took Christopher's life-Krabbe Leukodystrophy. "Krabbe Disease," as it is more commonly known, is a rare, inherited metabolic disorder that results from the loss of myelin in the nervous system. The most common form affects children before the age of one and can be so severe that most children rarely survive beyond the age of two. To date, there is no known cure for Krabbe Disease.Kathie Strawn-Frazier still grieves for Christopher; sometimes it hits her so hard, it's like it's still so very fresh. She wrote this book hoping to help other young parents feel less alone after receiving such heartbreaking news about their infant. In recent years, she has been advocating for newborn screening of Krabbe Leukodystrophy.A portion of the proceeds from this book will be donated to KrabbeConnect to help in the search for a cure for Krabbe Leukodystrophy.
Omicron Unveiled
"Omicron Unveiled" is a compelling exploration of the societal and cultural shifts brought about by the Omicron variant. In the wake of a global health crisis, this book delves into the profound ways in which individuals and communities adapt to an evolving reality. Through poignant storytelling and insightful analysis, the narrative unfolds chapters on resilience, rediscovery, hope, and embracing tomorrow. From the arrival of the Omicron variant to the rekindling of connections and the collective endeavor to shape a brighter future, each chapter is a captivating journey into the human spirit. With a focus on the human experience, "Omicron Unveiled" offers readers a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by the new normal, inviting them to reflect on the indomitable strength of the human spirit in the face of unprecedented change.
The Parent's Handbook to Speech Therapy
Are you still waiting for your child to say the words "Mama" or "Dada" or string together a few words to form a sentence?As a parent, you want to ensure that your child receives the best start in life, which means learning the vital skills that will help them navigate through childhood and adolescence.But this goal is stifled when their development is delayed and they struggle to learn how to speak or use language as expected.Fortunately, with the correct interventions, you can provide the best learning-centered home environment to encourage your child to communicate with confidence.The Parent's Handbook to Speech Therapy is an easy-to-follow guide that introduces parents to the art of speech and language training.Some of the must-see topics covered include: Early signs of speech and language delays, common disorders to look out for, and the ins and outs of the diagnostic processUnderstanding speech therapy and the role of speech therapists in helping children reach communication milestonesThe step-by-step process of creating a unique play-based learning environment at homeHow to adapt your parenting style to accommodate your child's needs and reduce stress on their journey of learning how to speakBut that's not all. Discover over 60 speech and language activities designed for children aged 3-13. These activities test various skills, ranging from articulation and vocabulary-building to fluency and comprehension.Take the first step by educating yourself on your child's speech problems and learning different ways to support their growth and development.Don't wait another day to start the process of speech training and enhance your child's quality of life.Pick up a copy of The Parent's Handbook to Speech Therapy today. This is a valuable resource you won't want to pass up!
Trigeminal Neuralgia
trigeminal neuralgia Trigeminal Neuralgia: Trigeminal Neuralgia Handbook. Trigeminal Neuralgia: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, Surgery, Self-Care, Exercises, and more. Trigeminal neuralgia is a very annoying illness and can be extremely painful.It can be treated effectively by advice from a doctor combined with various lifestyle changes, alternative therapies, psychological support and appropriate medico-surgical treatment, in some cases.In this book we have tried to incorporate every detail related to trigeminal neuralgia. Patients are constantly seeking answers from a health care provider or on a website but unfortunately their questions often remain unanswered.This book is dedicated to all trigeminal neuralgia patients and hopefully your questions will be answered after reading this book.This is another very informative book by Robert Rymore, co- author Dr. Tulsi Dabhi. He continues with his interest in writing medical educational guides. This guide is intended to be a tool, one that will give you information and hopefully some pain relief.Trigeminal neuralgia: causes, symptoms, treatments, surgery, pain relief, risk factors and prevention. Readers will surely find much contribution by this book, to relief their pain or even to create a pain free healthy lifestyle.
The Secret Life of Microbes
Microbes apparently constitute almost 75% of the total biomass on Earth! Human beings account for a paltry 0.5 billion tons! Who is David and who is Goliath? The viruses are on the top of the list of most populous creatures on the planet but incredibly are not listed in the Taxonomical classification of life. Man- microbe relation is like a 'inter-life treaty' that has set certain conditions which should not be contravened. Microbial infections are seen as a biological war between man and the microbe. Yet, there are a whole lot of microbes living on different parts of our body like our gut and skin. They are called 'Normal Flora' or 'Commensals' who do something good for us and in return we are tolerant to them. A human being is really a super-organism not just made of our own type of human cells but a wide variety of microbes as well. One can call a human body as the Union of Socialist Republic of Man and Microbes (USRMM). Microbial unicellular systems can exist in federal structures too. Such federal microbial colonies are called 'Biofilms' which behave much like multicellular life. They are deceiving us. Microbes use a sophisticated communication system with fellow microbes. It is said that plants can interfere with microbial communication and scramble messages. This is more like our war time tactics. There are some amazing battle strategies seen in the microbial world which are described in the book. Microbes are evasive and have at their disposal a huge number of tools that will put our military technology to shame. Antibiotics that we use extensively in medical practice are microbial intellectual property. Microbial attacks are 'biological terrorism'. The same way I can call terrorist movements are like 'social pandemics'. This book argues that real viruses are exactly like computer viruses to the letter. This book shows how microbes use incredible cyber-attack strategies to infect and subvert. Finally, the book argues that the reason behind the never-ending microbial infection is not killing. This is more of a genetic arms race where the microbes, especially the viruses, try to propagate their genes at the expense of other life systems.
Advancing Student Knowledge in Cancer Epidemiology
Cancer has become a significant public health concern worldwide, and its impact on individuals and communities cannot be underestimated. As students venturing into the field of epidemiology, understanding the importance of studying cancer epidemiology is crucial. This subchapter aims to shed light on the significance of this field and its relevance to students interested in epidemiology.Firstly, studying cancer epidemiology provides students with an opportunity to contribute to the prevention and control of cancer. By understanding the factors that contribute to the development and progression of cancer, students can identify preventive measures and interventions that can reduce the burden of the disease. Cancer epidemiology equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct research, analyze data, and implement evidence-based strategies to combat cancer.Secondly, cancer epidemiology offers students a unique perspective on the multifaceted nature of cancer. This field explores how various factors, such as genetics, lifestyle choices, environmental exposures, and socioeconomic factors, interact to influence cancer development. By studying cancer epidemiology, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between biological, behavioral, and environmental factors in cancer causation.Furthermore, cancer epidemiology provides students with an opportunity to make a significant impact on public health policy and practice. Through their research and analysis, students can generate valuable evidence that informs policymakers and healthcare professionals about the most effective strategies for cancer prevention and control. By studying cancer epidemiology, students become agents of change, driving evidence-based decision-making and improving cancer outcomes at the population level.Additionally, studying cancer epidemiology opens doors to various career opportunities. As the field of cancer research continues to expand, there is a growing demand for skilled professionals in epidemiology. Students with expertise in cancer epidemiology can pursue careers in research institutions, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and academic settings. Moreover, they can contribute to global efforts in cancer control by working on international projects and collaborating with experts from diverse backgrounds.
The Parent's Handbook to Speech Therapy
Are you still waiting for your child to say the words "Mama" or "Dada" or string together a few words to form a sentence?As a parent, you want to ensure that your child receives the best start in life, which means learning the vital skills that will help them navigate through childhood and adolescence.But this goal is stifled when their development is delayed and they struggle to learn how to speak or use language as expected.Fortunately, with the correct interventions, you can provide the best learning-centered home environment to encourage your child to communicate with confidence.The Parent's Handbook to Speech Therapy is an easy-to-follow guide that introduces parents to the art of speech and language training.Some of the must-see topics covered include: Early signs of speech and language delays, common disorders to look out for, and the ins and outs of the diagnostic processUnderstanding speech therapy and the role of speech therapists in helping children reach communication milestonesThe step-by-step process of creating a unique play-based learning environment at homeHow to adapt your parenting style to accommodate your child's needs and reduce stress on their journey of learning how to speakBut that's not all. Discover over 60 speech and language activities designed for children aged 3-13. These activities test various skills, ranging from articulation and vocabulary-building to fluency and comprehension.Take the first step by educating yourself on your child's speech problems and learning different ways to support their growth and development.Don't wait another day to start the process of speech training and enhance your child's quality of life.Pick up a copy of The Parent's Handbook to Speech Therapy today. This is a valuable resource you won't want to pass up!
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease. One case in a million
Quando la malattia entra nella vita di una persona, non suona il campanello, non bussa alla porta, non chiede permesso. Entra, punto e basta. ? silenziosa e discreta, ma poi all'improvviso esplode, devasta, distrugge e polverizza tutto ci簷 che incontra sulla sua strada. Un fenomeno della natura incontrollabile e sicuramente non prevedibile. Una ricerca-analisi sull'insorgenza, la progressione e l'evoluzione della rara malattia di Creutzfeldt-Jakob. Una testimonianza reale vissuta e vista con gli occhi di una figlia, sulla malattia del suo pap? e le conseguenze tangibili che hanno investito e segnato la propria famiglia. Il passaggio dalla cura continua ed ininterrotta al distacco eterno. La morte e la molteplicit? di reazioni fisiche, emotive, spirituali. Il lutto ed il processo di elaborazione del dolore, delle reazioni vissute nel dire addio a una persona cara. C'癡 chi riesce a gestire con le proprie forze una vita cambiata e chi resta nello smarrimento e nello sconforto; chi cerca l'aiuto di uno psicologo, di uno psichiatra o di un sacerdote e chi sana il cuore ferito attraverso la condivisione della sofferenza con altre persone provate da dolori analoghi. Molte persone ricorrono a tranquillanti o ansiolitici per ridurre l'ansia, a sonniferi per riuscire a dormire, ad antidepressivi per affrontare i momenti pi羅 bui. Io ho deciso di scrivere.
Calm in the Pain
Within a HURT body... There is joy within an exhausted body.FULFILMENT exists. Peace is present.When your body is screaming in anguish, is it possible to feel content and peaceful? Indeed! Even if there might not be a treatment for your physical ailment, there is still a way to end your suffering. Despite physical defects, you can learn how to construct a happy and productive life using the tools in Peace with Pain. Anyone experiencing pain can follow this easy path of mindfulness, pace, and focused meditation. The core of the practise is meditation; awareness gives you control over your life and time; and timing all of your activities in life helps you stay on the path to serenity.
Understand and Overcome Your Chronic Pain
You know what chronic pain is like, but you may be surprised to find out what is actually going on, and how you can harness this to get better.The traditional ways of treating pain are not as effective as they could be. Yet they remain the predominant way in our society and healthcare system. We need to turn this on its head, focus on your needs and create a bespoke way forward according to the life you want to lead.Based upon the latest research, pain science and philosophy of chronic pain, this book will help you understand your symptoms and experiences before offering you a range of ways to reconnect with what matters and move forward. When you understand your pain, the landscape changes - understand your pain to change your pain.Drawing directly from the clinic, Richmond offers you skills and strategies together with the know-how to create your own unique practice to ease your pain and live your best life.
COVID 19 - Monitoring with IoT Devices
In the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic, the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies has played a pivotal role in reshaping public health and healthcare delivery. Interconnected devices have demonstrated their capacity to collect, transmit, and analyze data, significantly impacting various aspects of pandemic management. COVID-19 - Monitoring with IoT Devices is a comprehensive guide to measuring the impact of COVID-19 infection and monitoring outbreak metrics. Beginning with an introduction to SARS-CoV-2 and its symptoms, the book presents chapters on machine learning (supervised and unsupervised algorithms) and techniques to predict COVID-19 outcomes. The book concludes with the role of IoT technology in detecting COVID-19 infections within a community, showcasing different computing models applicable to specific use-cases. Key Features: - Explores the pivotal role of IoT technology in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.- Covers a data-driven approach to COVID-19 monitoring by explaining methods for data collection, prediction, and analysis.- Includes specific recommendations for machine learning algorithms designed for COVID-19 monitoring.- Easy-to-read structured chapters suitable for novices in computer science and biomedical engineering. COVID-19 - Monitoring with IoT Devices provides a valuable resource for understanding the role of IoT technology in managing and mitigating the impact of COVID-19, and developing adequate infection control policies. It also showcases the potential of IoT for future research and applications in the healthcare sector. This book is intended for a diverse readership, including academicians, industry professionals, researchers, and healthcare practitioners.
Chronic Pain
The book will reassure those suffering from chronic pain and readers that pains can be treated, and not just be 'managed'. Contemporary pain management comprises some very sophisticated treatments, which address various parts of the nervous system that have been historically assumed to be responsible for pain. The author's approach is that all neuropathic pains are neuromyopathic with a major muscle pain component where the muscles are the final common factor in all chronic pains. This premise led to the innovation of a new system of pain management, which has been gratifyingly effective, providing cures for many complicated conditions. The book is about the discovery that many types of chronic pain are curable and others easily manageable. The novel concepts developed by the author and her research on pain management are described in this book. These are unique, and will be of interest to doctors, researchers, students, and patients.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The continuing advancement of technology has modified our behaviors in life. These behaviors in turn have led us to develop new kinds of body conditions. Prolonged daily activities such as typing on the computer have led people to develop carpal tunnel syndrome or simply, cts. The rate of people that have been suffering from this condition has become increasingly alarming; with estimates saying that 3% to 6% of the current population is affected by it. Here is a preview of what you'll learn...What is carpal tunnel syndromeCauses and symptoms of this conditionHow is this syndrome diagnosedCures and treatmentsCure through herbs and dietHow to set yourself up at home and work for less wrist painFood, yoga, less stress...much more!This is especially problematic if you spend a few hours or more each work day at a computer - your risk of injury is dramtically increased compared to someone who only spends one hour a day.The good news is that there is a lot you can to do to prevent, eliminate and reduce the possibility of injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, muscle-skeletal issues, etc.
Bodywork for Sensory Integration
Bodywork for Sensory Integration offers a fusion between the sciences of structural medicine and neurobehavioral principles. While structural medicine suggests ways to discern the autonomic state continuum of the whole body, neurobehavioral principles, such as self-regulation and sensory modulation management, have become a primary need in therapeutic services for babies and children. Determining if irregular behaviors are "sensory" or "behavioral" is a daily challenge facing pediatric therapists. It is well-accepted that sensory and behavioral difficulties reflect autonomic nervous system physiology. Tension and tone of organs, blood vessels, and lymphatic movement play an underappreciated role in sensory regulation. The function of fascia and connective tissue, autonomic states of organs, cranial nerve pathways, and innervation sites hold important implications as sensory integration challenges are treated. The walls of blood vessels nestled in masses, the meninges' tension, and the sensory cells' structural health all have information relevant to sensory wellness. The sensory-compromised person whose body feels uncomfortable can benefit from Bodywork for Sensory Integration. Parenting a child with neurodiversity or sensory differences can be made easier by understanding the lessons revealed through receiving bodywork. Tangible strategies help the whole family move towards a place of comfort, adaptability to sensory responses, homeostasis, and stress management. The information presented in this book came from a most valuable resource: the author's clients. Kratz learned these lessons and shaped the opinions from an estimated 45,000 patient encounters. Bodywork for Sensory Integration supports formal education in various methods and guides the practitioner in discovering structural issues behind sensory challenges. Craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, lymphatic drainage, acupressure, and other soft tissue manipulation are the main tools. Professionals with a license to touch people can learn these techniques that assist self-correcting responses for modulation, regulation, and behaviors related to sensory wellness.
Bodywork for Sensory Integration
Bodywork for Sensory Integration offers a fusion between the sciences of structural medicine and neurobehavioral principles. While structural medicine suggests ways to discern the autonomic state continuum of the whole body, neurobehavioral principles, such as self-regulation and sensory modulation management, have become a primary need in therapeutic services for babies and children. Determining if irregular behaviors are "sensory" or "behavioral" is a daily challenge facing pediatric therapists. It is well-accepted that sensory and behavioral difficulties reflect autonomic nervous system physiology. Tension and tone of organs, blood vessels, and lymphatic movement play an underappreciated role in sensory regulation. The function of fascia and connective tissue, autonomic states of organs, cranial nerve pathways, and innervation sites hold important implications as sensory integration challenges are treated. The walls of blood vessels nestled in masses, the meninges' tension, and the sensory cells' structural health all have information relevant to sensory wellness. The sensory-compromised person whose body feels uncomfortable can benefit from Bodywork for Sensory Integration. Parenting a child with neurodiversity or sensory differences can be made easier by understanding the lessons revealed through receiving bodywork. Tangible strategies help the whole family move towards a place of comfort, adaptability to sensory responses, homeostasis, and stress management. The information presented in this book came from a most valuable resource: the author's clients. Kratz learned these lessons and shaped the opinions from an estimated 45,000 patient encounters. Bodywork for Sensory Integration supports formal education in various methods and guides the practitioner in discovering structural issues behind sensory challenges. Craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, lymphatic drainage, acupressure, and other soft tissue manipulation are the main tools. Professionals with a license to touch people can learn these techniques that assist self-correcting responses for modulation, regulation, and behaviors related to sensory wellness.
Erin's Gift
When Luke and RoseMarie Lawrence welcomed their son Jared into the world in 1989, they looked forward to raising their baby and his big sister Erin as a family. However, RoseMarie soon learned the devastating news that she had an extremely rare and deadly stomach cancer. What no one knew is that it is hereditary. Sixteen years after RoseMarie passed away, Erin developed the same deadly disease. With singular determination, Luke Lawrence pushed the medical system for answers and learned there is a genetic test for Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer (HDGC). Using Erin's DNA, the test confirmed the diagnosis: Jared had a 67 percent chance of developing the cancer. At age 18, he became the youngest person known to undergo a gastrectomy; the removal of his stomach. This poignant memoir traces the journey of one family through the harrowing but inspiring experience of a hereditary incurable cancer. Erin's caring and courage in her final months motivated a CFL football team to reach for their dream and win the Grey Cup. Her teddy bear collection also inspired a charity that has given over 40,000 teddy bears to hospitalized children in Saskatchewan, Canada. Erin's Gift will bring you to tears but it will also warm your heart with its legacy of love, caring and hope for the future."We hope that continued research in this area will someday develop a test to diagnose this disease in its earliest stages. In doing so, it would help in the prevention of unnecessary prophylactic gastrectomies." -Luke Lawrence, Author
Exercise and Respiratory Diseases in Paediatrics
It is commonly accepted that "exercise is good for children" but, considering the number of children worldwide exercising, we know comparatively little, compared to adults, about how specific mechanisms influence health and sports performance. There are considerable obstacles that challenge the progress of paediatric research, not least in relation to ethical and methodological considerations. Therefore, advances in the science and clinical application of paediatric exercise physiology, psychology and biomechanics have not reached their potential.Paediatric clinical exercise physiology has application to the role of exercise in the assessment and treatment of paediatric chronic diseases, the utilization of physical activity in preventing illness and enhancing wellbeing and can enhance our understanding of how sports can be made safer and more enjoyable for our young athletes.Exercise and Respiratory Diseases in Paediatrics highlights research by various methodologies, including literature reviews, experimental research and innovations, applied to children and adolescents with respiratory diseases. Chronic conditions such as asthma, bronchiectasis (e.g., cystic fibrosis), and those associated with prematurity and medical complexity are worldwide health problems for young people and although management includes pharmaceutical medications, physiotherapy, nutritional and psychological support, exercise has a role in optimising multidisciplinary care. There has been unprecedented acceleration in new technologies and methodologies that promise to facilitate paediatric research and these are explained and discussed as future research directions.This is reading for post graduate students, researchers, academics and policy makers within the field of paediatric healthcare, physical activity, physiology and the related disciplines.
Pain Perspectives
Pain Perspectives is an anthology that tells the stories of women's bodies and their experiences of chronic pain and illness. It also reveals the deep wisdom held within the suffering.The art, writing, and poetry from women around the world showcased in this book offers three clear messages. The first is that women are sick both metaphorically and physically. Lots of women. The second is that it is the patriarchal systems and structures in society are the origin of the sickness. Patriarchy hurts. The third is that the path of Goddess is both the medicine and the cure. Pleasure liberates.Read how Goddess and Goddess spirituality supports women to heal and find their voice, so that others may too.
Healthy Moms → Healthy Babies → Healthy Communities
This maternal health curriculum is based on the best practices model that the World Health Organization (WHO) publishes for antenatal care in the developing world. This curriculum to be taught by indigenous nurses in a resource-limited environment.
Handbook of Clinical Assessment of Children and Adolescents (Vol. 2)
This essential reference book is must reading for mental health professionals who assess and treat children and adolescents. Comprehensive, detailed, clearly written, and innovative, it presents the approaches of the leading clinicians in their fields.
Understanding the Body Organs & The Eight Laws of Health
Understanding the Body Organs & The Eight Laws of Health is divided into two sections. The first section simply and concisely explains how the body organs function and how they relate to one another. The next section deals with God's Plan, (the eight laws of health) explaining each one and sharing many benefits that will be derived by you from following the entire plan. Excellent for a home reference book, classroom use and individual study.
History of the Plague in London
History of the Plague in London is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1894. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Sounds Like Misophonia
AWARDED BRONZE FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS BOOK AT THE LIVING NOW AWARDS 2024 SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 HEALTH AND WELLBEING AWARDS - BEST WELLBEING BOOK 'Empathetic, thoroughly informative and succinct ... Dr Gregory will be your friendly and helpful companion in the maelstrom of living with this complex disorder' - Cris Edwards, founder of misophonia charity SoQuiet --- Are you often infuriated by ticking clocks, noisy eating, loud breathing, or any other small sounds? Do you wish you could sometimes put the world on mute? You might not have heard of misophonia, but if sounds can send you spiralling, you may have experienced it. In fact, it's thought that one in five of us have it. Sounds Like Misophonia is the first dedicated guide to help you make sense of the condition and design a treatment plan that works for you. Using techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), clinical psychologist Dr Jane Gregory takes you through step-by-step exercises to change your relationship with sounds and streamline your coping strategies. Alongside you on your journey is podcaster and misophone Adeel Ahmad, who carries out experiments and shares case studies from volunteers around the world. With humour and understanding, Sounds Like Misophonia offers practical ways to navigate this noisy world and live a fulfilling life, instead of fighting against it.
Stroke Recovery
The book further delves into the practical aspects of stroke recovery, discussing the use of assistive devices and adaptive techniques to improve mobility, communication, and daily living activities. It provides strategies for addressing cognitive challenges, such as memory and attention difficulties, and offers cognitive rehabilitation exercises to promote mental acuity.Recognizing the significance of social reintegration, the book explores reconnecting with family and friends, joining support groups, and rebuilding independence and participation in the community. Benefits of this bookLearn about the physical, emotional, and cognitive effects of strokeDiscover effective rehabilitation strategies for regaining movement, speech, and cognitive functionGet practical advice for managing the emotional impact of stroke, including depression and anxietyExplore the role of technology and assistive devices in stroke recoveryDiscover tips and strategies for rebuilding relationships, finding purpose, and enjoying life after a strokeThe stroke and brain injury recovery activity book is a comprehensive and engaging resource designed to support individuals on their journey to recovery after a stroke or brain injury.This thoughtfully crafted book offers a wide range of stimulating activities, exercises, and puzzles tailored to promote cognitive, physical, and emotional healing.
Infectious Disease: A Very Short Introduction
Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring Infectious disease is a moving target: new diseases emerge every year, old diseases evolve into new forms, and ecological and socioeconomic upheavals change the transmission pathways that spread disease. But where does disease come from? How is it transmitted from one person to another? And why are some individuals more susceptible than others? In this Very Short Introduction, Marta Wayne and Benjamin Bolker address these questions through the lenses of ecology and evolution. Assessing the management of outbreaks of diseases such as influenza, HIV/AIDS, cholera, and COVID-19, they provide specific examples to illustrate why major diseases still threaten populations all over the world. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Strong Bones for Life!
Osteoporosis is a disease without any symptoms until you suddenly break a bone. If you break a hip, you are quite likely to be dead within a year. Start now to take your bone health seriously! Read this book to educate yourself about osteoporosis and learn how to strengthen your bones for life. Osteoporosis is usually preventable. Osteoporosis prevention is far easier than reversal. Loss of bone is a big problem in both hormone-deficient women and men. Eventually it limits mobility and can be fatal. When the problem gets bad enough, traditional physicians prescribe bisphosphonates, like Boniva, which have side effects, like scarring in the esophagus and the creation of abnormal, fragile bone. Pharmaceutical drugs used to treat osteoporosis may build bone, but it is of poor quality and results in an increase in bone fractures in the third or fourth year of use. At the top of the list for those at risk for bone loss are sex hormone-deficient men and women. Of all the things you can do to prevent osteoporosis, one stands out. That is hormone optimization. The loss in hormones at menopause is the reason why 80% of the people who develop osteoporosis are women. When a man's testosterone levels drop, his bone density drops too. If optimal hormones are not achieved, the chances of success in the treatment of osteoporosis are greatly minimized. In addition to sex-hormone deficiencies, other hormonal imbalances can lead to bone loss, too. Frailty is a big driver of mortality. Frailty syndrome occurs when an elderly person loses muscle mass, bone mass, proper functioning of the immune system, and develops neurological problems and anemia. Don't let sarcopenia and frailty syndrome catch you unaware. If the bone scan should show osteoporosis, then we need to evaluate for possible causes of frailty syndrome. Read "Strong Bones for Life: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Managing Osteoporosis." Get valuable tips on testing, fall prevention strategies, how to manage daily life with osteoporosis, cope with pain and fractures, deal with emotions, and find support networks and other resources. Find out about alternative therapies, proper diet and exercise, detoxification, supplements, mind-body practices, and promising advances in research and future developments. Empower yourself to be proactive in preventing and managing osteoporosis in order to maintain bone health and reduce the risk of fractures.
Diseases of Children
Jacobi's 'Diseases of Children' is an essential reference work for pediatricians and other medical professionals. The book covers a wide range of topics related to childhood diseases, including diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Jacobi's writing is clear and concise, making this a valuable resource for both seasoned practitioners and those new to the field.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
A Clinical Treatise On Diseases of the Liver; Volume 1
A comprehensive guide to the diseases of the liver, including diagnosis and treatment strategies. Written by a renowned expert in the field, this book is an essential resource for medical professionals and students alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
What to Do in Cases of Accidents and Emergencies
Joseph B. Lawrence's 'What to Do in Cases of Accidents and Emergencies' is a practical guide for providing urgent care. It describes the symptoms and appropriate treatments for many types of medical emergencies, from snakebites to drowning. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone in a profession that may require them to provide immediate medical assistance.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
