Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved
A top expert reveals his insights into Meibomian gland dysfunction, a ubiquitous, misunderstood disease that leads to Dry Eye syndrome In Reversing Dry Eye Syndrome (Yale University Press 2007), ophthalmologist Steven Maskin introduced readers to Dry Eye syndrome, explaining what the syndrome is, why it occurs, and how it can best be managed and treated. In Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved, he reveals his recent discoveries and treatments for Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), an underlying disease that leads to Dry Eye syndrome and involves blockage of the oil-producing tear glands within the eyelids. Not only are these glands key to clear vision and comfortable eyes, but when disrupted they can cause severe pain and a host of related symptoms.
Epidemiologic Research on Real-World Medical Data in Japan
Child Development with the D-Score
Children learn to walk, speak, and think at an astonishing pace. The D-score presents a unified framework that places children and their developmental milestones from different tools onto the same scale, enabling comparisons in child development across populations, groups and individuals. This pioneering text explains why we need the D-score, how we construct it, and how we calculate it. It will be of interest not just to professionals in child development, but also to policymakers in international settings and to data scientists. Open Plus Books are published on an F1000-powered open research platform where they can be amended, updated, and extended, in addition to being published as a print and open access ebook. The Open Plus Book version of this book, available at gatesopenresearch.org/dscore, and the Open Access version of this book, available at www.taylorfrancis.com, have been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license. For more information about Open Plus Books go to www.routledge.com and for F1000 go to f1000.com.
Child Development with the D-Score
Children learn to walk, speak, and think at an astonishing pace. The D-score presents a unified framework that places children and their developmental milestones from different tools onto the same scale, enabling comparisons in child development across populations, groups and individuals.
Writing Grant Proposals in Epidemiology, Preventive Medicine, and Biostatistics
Competition for research funds in epidemiology, preventive medicine and biostatistics is highly competitive. The grant application and review process at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has undergone substantial revisions. This book targets effective grant proposal writing in a highly competitive and evolving environment.
(Un)Resolved
It's Time to End Chronic PainIf you're like millions of other people, you suffer from some version of chronic pain.But what if your ongoing pain was not based on a single test, diagnosis or treatment? What if it's a product of cumulative pain, built over your entire lifetime, and based on your personal story, including your injuries, surgeries, activities as well as your own mindset?In his debut book, (Un)Resolved, Dr. Brian Yee, PT, DPT, makes the case for examining any chronic injury against one's pain landscape, or Movement Story. Instead of the quick fixes so pervasive in healthcare today, Yee urges readers to slow down and take a comprehensive view of their pain so they understand it well enough to properly treat and end it, Applying over twenty years of orthopedic rehabilitation practice, Dr. Yee outlines the essential steps for a more comprehensive approach to addressing chronic pain, including: Discover the roots of your pain and understand its causeTrace back your own Movement Story and redefine it moving forwardGet the real treatment you needComplemented by real-life examples and vivid illustrations, (Un)Resolved shows you how your Movement Story contains all the clues you need to begin your journey to end your chronic pain-for good.
Care of the Elderly Mentally Infirm
Originally published in 1979, this book explains why so many people suffer behavioural changes in later life; how this affects those around them; the services that exist to assist older people and those who work with them and how such services can be profitably used. A recurring theme is the interaction of the different varieties of mental illness with one another and with physical, emotional, social and personality factors. The book provides detailed guidance for social workers caring for the elderly on such topics as how an assessment of a mentally disturbed older person can be made; procedure for removal from home under a court order and compulsory admission to hospital; ways of communicating with elderly people and gauging the needs of relatives and carers.
The Experience of Illness
Originally published in 1984, this book focuses, firstly, on how patients interpret and act in response to symptoms of illness; secondly on how social and psychological factors influence the treatment process; and thirdly, on certain kinds of illness where the psychosocial perspective is of particular importance to the providers of health care - for example, chronic or particularly disabling illnesses. It demonstrates how essential it is to bring an interdisciplinary perspective from the social and behavioural sciences to an understanding and interpretation of behaviour in relation to illness. It will be of central concern to all health professionals in training and in practice and to social scientists interested in health care.
Disease and Urbanization
Originally published in 1980, this book focusses attention on various aspects of disease ecology. A series of contrasts appear, between urban and rural, temperate and tropical, and affluent and poor communities.
Prepper's Medical Manual
Be Prepared to Face Any Medical Emergency With This Essential Guide While many first aid manuals provide valuable instructions on how to respond to various medical situations, they may not meet the needs of the average citizen preparing to meet a broad range of medical emergencies, with limited skills, limited supplies, and limited or non-existent support from the Emergency Management System and medical professionals. In this color-photo illustrated manual, veteran survivalist and trained EMT James C. Jones did not create "just another" first aid book. Instead, each subject is approached from the perspective of equipping the untrained citizen to provide care for family members and neighbors, under extremely trying conditions, without expert help. Prepper's Medical Manual includes basic first aid subjects, such as bandaging, splinting, control of bleeding, and treatment of shock, along with those subjects specifically associated with the needs of those responding to true disaster emergencies. Complete with multiple step-by-step response guides and checklists for stocking personal medical emergency kits, Prepper's Medical Manual can ensure readiness for even the worst-case scenario.
Solutions for Better Sleep
"Solutions for Better Sleep: Positions to Relieve Pain and Stiffness" is a well- illustrated, user-friendly, self-help book that explains how readers can improve their sleeping positions and body mechanics to avoid the nagging pain and stiffness that so many experience upon awakening.Positions that twist the neck or back can make your sleep more restless and can harm your spine and nervous system. They can cause headaches, back pain, disc bulging and even sciatica. Poor sleeping positions make it harder to get out of bed, more difficult to stand up straight and can cause you to wake up feeling tired, groggy and irritable, instead of rested.Filled with colorful pictures of how and how not to sleep, "Solutions for Better Sleep," will show you a variety ways to properly use pillows and positions to improve your body mechanics and protect your spine and nervous system while you sleep. It has step-by-step instructions for safely getting into and out of bed, and for reading in bed. It even has several practical and easy to implement tips for those trying to sleep with carpal tunnel, reflux and respiratory conditions.There are chapters on "Sleeping with Others", "Suffocating Stomach Sleeping," "Better Back Sleeping," and "Safer Side Sleeping." Other chapters discuss the role of the nervous system, disc bulging and why optimizing your sleep and health are important. The book reviews a variety of beds, mattresses, wedges and pillow; clearly demonstrates how to make your own custom body pillow; and much more.This book is for anyone who wishes to wake up refreshed, pain free and flexible.
Innovations in the Care of the Elderly
Originally published in 1984 and concentrating on the West Midlands area of the UK, this book describes the innovations that were made and all that was involved in bringing about changes in care provision for elderly people.
Eye Care Netra Jyoti
Eyes are precious. Eyes are the window to the Soul.Healthy eyes reflect Inner peace and radiate Joy.A beautiful face is desired by all, happy Eyes are the key.Handsome boys and Pretty girls flaunt scintillating eyes.The Eye Care program is a complete workshop for children, teens and adults to improve vision. Vision is not only physical, it is also about how we perceive the world around us.Vision includes Day vision, Night vision, Color vision. All are attended to in this program. Improves immunity andAbility to drive confidently at nightRead messages with clarity on smart phoneWork on laptop without strainHave better digestion and sound sleepThe workshop is designed for 2 hours a day over 10 days. It is safe to do with non-invasive techniques and processes that are easy and can be followed by all. This book is meant to facilitate participants who have taken the course or shall attend a workshop. It can also be quite helpful for a layman who wishes to learn some simple and effective techniques for maintaining and improving eyesight, apart from overall well-being.Profusely illustrated in Full Color to show the processes with clarity and aid in understanding.
Comparing and Contrasting the Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic in the European Union
This book challenges the use of uncontextualised comparisons of Covid-19 cases and deaths in member states during the period when Europe was the epicentre of the pandemic.
Ophthalmic Epidemiology
Ophthalmic Epidemiology: Current Concepts to Digital Strategies provides a comprehensive guide to graduate students, ophthalmologists, and researchers in ophthalmic epidemiology. It covers recently developed new methodologies, technologies and resources in ocular epidemiological research, such as telemedicine, disease registries, EMR, bio-banks and omics. This book also summarizes recent epidemiological findings and provides up-to-date data on ocular diseases. Furthermore, it introduces and discusses the uses of epidemiology in the evaluation of health services and population screening programs and reviews the application of epidemiology in intervention trials in the communities. Key Features Comprehensive guide to the epidemiology of common eye diseases. Provides updates on the prevalence and risk factors of eye diseases. Outlines how epidemiological techniques can be utilized to evaluate ophthalmic health services and programs.
Demystifying Research for Medical and Healthcare Students
DEMYSTIFYING RESEARCH FOR MEDICAL & HEALTHCARE STUDENTS All healthcare students need to understand research methods to be able to understand research articles and to actively engage in research where necessary. Most clinical programs include research training within their courses, and many students are required to undertake an assessed research project--both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Breaking down the jargon barriers of research methods, and designed for those new to the world of research, Demystifying Research is a straightforward and highly accessible guide to fundamental research methods, approaches, and skills. This student-friendly resource describes quantitative and qualitative research approaches, mixed research methods, research ethics and governance, research skills and more. Step-by-step, students learn to appraise research in scholarly articles, design a project, and conduct research in the lab, in clinical practice, and other real-life situations. Technical jargon and classic research are explained in plain English, while relevant theory is illustrated through relatable examples of research in practice. Designed to make learning about research easy, this valuable guide: Explains basic research methods in a direct and engaging style Breaks research methods down into manageable, easy-to-digest pieces Defines what research is, and provides an overview of its methods and methodologies Covers all key areas of research, including observational and experimental approaches, and clinical trials Includes real-life examples of successful student research projects Features a companion website containing lecture slides available to download in PowerPoint Demystifying Research is a must-have for undergraduate and postgraduate medical, nursing, other healthcare and social sciences students, as well as professionals looking to refresh their knowledge.
Arthritis for Dummies
An easy-to-understand in-depth look at of one of the most common medical conditions in the world If you're one of the 350 million people around the world who suffer from arthritis, you know how challenging it can be to live with it. And if you care for someone who has arthritis, you know how difficult it is to help your loved one live comfortably with the disease. Arthritis For Dummies was written for you. In it, you'll find no-nonsense guidance based on the latest arthritis research, the straight goods on medications old and new, and up-to-date info on over 40 forms of the disease, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, and more. You'll also find: Ten new cutting-edge treatments for arthritis A complete rundown of medications for arthritis, including the very latest ones Diet strategies to help combat arthritis pain and improve joint function The best exercises for building stronger joints and easing arthritis pain Biomechanical techniques to help ward off joint damageAn essential handbook for all who suffer from arthritis, as well as their caregivers, friends, and family, Arthritis For Dummies is the all-in-one handbook that shows you how to control arthritis symptoms, deal with chronic pain, assemble a top-notch healthcare team, and do much to help others who suffer from the disease.
Health Care of the Elderly
Originally published in 1981, this book spans medicine, psychiatry, social work and organisation of services of the elderly, written by eminent authors from several different professions.
Ocular Rigidity, Biomechanics and Hydrodynamics of the Eye
This book focuses on the concept of ocular rigidity, the biomechanical properties and hydrodynamics of the human eye. The basics of anatomy and physiology are explored and the relevant data for the clinician are emphasized throughout the book. The engineering aspects as well as the clinical interpretation are presented to provide context. Ocular Rigidity, Biomechanics and Hydrodynamics of the Eye summarises recent evidence on ocular rigidity, but also provides a complete presentation of the data so far. The authors have recently worked on ocular rigidity corneal and globe biomechanics and hydrodynamics and the new, up-to-date data on the subject are highlighted in each chapter. The aim is to provide the framework or the understanding of these parameters and to determine their relevance in health and disease. This book will be an essential read for all practicing ophthalmologists looking to gain a more in-depth understanding of this interesting area of research particularly in refractive surgery and glaucoma.
Never Fear Falling Again
THE ONLY BALANCE EXERCISE BOOK WITH BONUS VIDEOS FOR THE READERSDiscover how to boost your muscle strength, even if you're over 65 - overcome the fear of falling and live an active life in your golden years!Do you want to stay functional in your senior years so you can still accomplish things with ease?Do you love playing with your grandkids but you hesitate to do so because of fear of falling?Is your fear holding you back from doing the things you love and from exploring new adventures?One of the biggest problems of old age is experiencing balance problems. Tripping, slipping, and falling can make you lose confidence in doing your favorite things.Simple tasks like climbing stairs and or taking a bath now seem like dangerous endeavors... and you're afraid you'll become dependent on others to take care of you.While your family loves you very much, you know you could be happier if you could do things on your own so you don't need to ask them to do it for you.You might be telling yourself the following: "If I can only move around my house without feeling body aches...""If I can only do my hobbies without worrying about falling...""If I can only do fun activities with my grandkids without getting injured..."If you can only resolve your balance issues, life would be so much better.Don't worry. There's still hope even if you're already in senior years.Did you know that according to Livestrong, you can still get stronger even if you're over 70 years old?Yes, you can still boost your muscle strength even in your retirement years. You just need to know the right exercises to help you strengthen your body so you can achieve a better balance.In Never Fear Falling Again, you will discover: 7 common causes of balance problems... one of which is associated with the fluHow to fight off dizziness without taking medicationsWhat acts as your body's stabilizer - and how to boost this area to improve your posture5 benefits of performing stretching exercises (one of them can help you conquer your fear of exercise)The system in your body that plays a crucial role in keeping your balance - and what type of exercise you need to do to improve this systemHow to prepare your body so it will respond well to stretchingThe #1 exercise that will help you improve your balance without risking injuryThe 10-minute activity that can help you get rid of delayed muscle soreness6 myths about exercising and aging debunked - get ready to overcome your limiting beliefs!And much more.Even if you have limited mobility or other health problems, you'll find exercises in this guide that fit your specific needs and abilities.You are one decision away from achieving your fitness goals. Start your workout journey now.If you want to stay active and functional in your senior years by having better balance, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.
STEP...by...STEP
James Thornton is a Stroke Survivor, Stroke Survivor Advocate, Mentor and now an Author. On June 5, 2018 he suffered a massive stroke. Found on his floor more than some 20 hours after, he was rushed to the hospital where the prognosis was grim. He was not expected to ever walk or talk or write again. It's called "Global Aphasia". So, writing for him truly is a gift from God. A former college football player who pursued a professional career, he became an executive with various firms, including the NFL, James is a "global citizen" who has lived and worked in over 15 countries. He was on the "go" all the time as an executive and as a speaker. He always had lots of questions about God and life, and then something happened which forced him to slow down - a Stroke. Even though his body was in great shape, his brain was not. This book is a collection of James' short writings telling of the "Journey" he is on now. Sharing his "struggles and success" in getting back all he can each day to encourage and inspire you. His inspiration is his wife and caregivers Lisa Showe. She has been there for him always and he loves her for this. Lisa and James live in Columbus, Ohio and have 3 sons Carson, Harry and Pierce with an extending family all over the world. This is written to Caregivers and Stroke Patients trying to best they can because everyone is a "Survivor" in life.
Never Fear Falling Again
THE ONLY BALANCE EXERCISE BOOK WITH BONUS VIDEOS FOR THE READERSDiscover how to boost your muscle strength, even if you're over 65 - overcome the fear of falling and live an active life in your golden years!Do you want to stay functional in your senior years so you can still accomplish things with ease?Do you love playing with your grandkids but you hesitate to do so because of fear of falling?Is your fear holding you back from doing the things you love and from exploring new adventures?One of the biggest problems of old age is experiencing balance problems. Tripping, slipping, and falling can make you lose confidence in doing your favorite things.Simple tasks like climbing stairs and or taking a bath now seem like dangerous endeavors... and you're afraid you'll become dependent on others to take care of you.While your family loves you very much, you know you could be happier if you could do things on your own so you don't need to ask them to do it for you.You might be telling yourself the following: "If I can only move around my house without feeling body aches...""If I can only do my hobbies without worrying about falling...""If I can only do fun activities with my grandkids without getting injured..."If you can only resolve your balance issues, life would be so much better.Don't worry. There's still hope even if you're already in senior years.Did you know that according to Livestrong, you can still get stronger even if you're over 70 years old?Yes, you can still boost your muscle strength even in your retirement years. You just need to know the right exercises to help you strengthen your body so you can achieve a better balance.In Never Fear Falling Again, you will discover: 7 common causes of balance problems... one of which is associated with the fluHow to fight off dizziness without taking medicationsWhat acts as your body's stabilizer - and how to boost this area to improve your posture5 benefits of performing stretching exercises (one of them can help you conquer your fear of exercise)The system in your body that plays a crucial role in keeping your balance - and what type of exercise you need to do to improve this systemHow to prepare your body so it will respond well to stretchingThe #1 exercise that will help you improve your balance without risking injuryThe 10-minute activity that can help you get rid of delayed muscle soreness6 myths about exercising and aging debunked - get ready to overcome your limiting beliefs!And much more.Even if you have limited mobility or other health problems, you'll find exercises in this guide that fit your specific needs and abilities.You are one decision away from achieving your fitness goals. Start your workout journey now.If you want to stay active and functional in your senior years by having better balance, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.
Heart Smarter for Women
Your Six-Week Program for Healthier Living Heart disease is the number-one killer of women. Yet far too few women recognize its risks, and there are tremendous disparities in how women are diagnosed and treated. This book is your invitation to become heart smarter-to combat statistics with knowledge and understanding. Leading cardiologists Drs. Jennifer Mieres and Stacey Rosen have revised their bestselling Heart Smart for Women for a new audience of readers, partnering with Lori Russo and Marissa Licata to add brand-new content designed to equip you with the insights and solutions to live better and feel better-to take charge of your health. The book is centered around a six-week plan that has equipped countless women to become more knowledgeable about their hearts and take simple steps to improve the quality of their lives. Ninety percent of women have one or more risk factors for heart disease. But you can prevent or stop the spread of heart disease with targeted, smart actions designed to modify your risks and equip you to make healthier life choices. It's time to take control of your health. It's time to become heart smarter.
STEP...by...STEP
James Thornton is a Stroke Survivor, Stroke Survivor Advocate, Mentor and now an Author. On June 5, 2018 he suffered a massive stroke. Found on his floor more than some 20 hours after, he was rushed to the hospital where the prognosis was grim. He was not expected to ever walk or talk or write again. It's called "Global Aphasia". So, writing for him truly is a gift from God. A former college football player who pursued a professional career, he became an executive with various firms, including the NFL, James is a "global citizen" who has lived and worked in over 15 countries. He was on the "go" all the time as an executive and as a speaker. He always had lots of questions about God and life, and then something happened which forced him to slow down - a Stroke. Even though his body was in great shape, his brain was not. This book is a collection of James' short writings telling of the "Journey" he is on now. Sharing his "struggles and success" in getting back all he can each day to encourage and inspire you. His inspiration is his wife and caregivers Lisa Showe. She has been there for him always and he loves her for this. Lisa and James live in Columbus, Ohio and have 3 sons Carson, Harry and Pierce with an extending family all over the world. This is written to Caregivers and Stroke Patients trying to best they can because everyone is a "Survivor" in life.
Supporting Post-Covid-19 Economic Recovery in Southeast Asia
This report shows why Southeast Asian countries need to prioritize core sectors ranging from tourism to digital trade as they hammer out policies to boost post-COVID-19 recovery and secure a greener future. The first in a four-part series, the report looks at the pandemic's impact on Cambodia, Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar, and the Philippines relative to the need for multistakeholder taskforces that can help core industries recover and grow. It shows why policymakers need a sector-based approach and highlights strong medium-term opportunities. The report underscores how deepening regional cooperation can help countries recover from the pandemic and build more resilient economies and societies.
The Brain Behind Pain
Explores the important role of the brain in both the experience of pain and its resolution.Pain is a product of the brain, which announces it after being warned by a small army of nocioceptors stationed throughout the body, always on alert for any threat to the overall system. But there can be glitches in that process. Chronic pain often occurs when the brain "remembers" pain, even though the condition that caused it may have been dealt with and resolved. Still, pain is misunderstood by many, including both sufferers and the physicians they seek out to treat it. In recent years, though, new light has been shed on just what causes pain, how it is experienced in the body, how it can go haywire, and how it can be resolved. Pain may no longer be just a symptom of some other malady. In some cases, it becomes a condition all to itself.Here, Dr. Akhtar Purvez, a seasoned physician dedicated to the study and treatment of pain, offers a comprehensive view of how chronic pain is felt, transmitted, and modified by the nerves and the brain. He explores the interplay of the physiological, anatomical, and emotional aspects of pain in addition to the mental health aspects, cultural differences, and the role of addiction in pain sufferers. Alongside this enlightening overview, Dr. Purvez provides hope to readers as he details ways of treating pain and the new approaches that are becoming available. We all experience physical pain at some point in our lives, but no longer does it have to rule our lives or impact our functioning or overall wellness if we can find the right ways to understand and treat it. This work is the starting point.
Out of Joint
She begins, in the morning, by casing her joints: Can her ankles take the stairs? Will her fingers open a jar? Peel an orange? But it was not always this way for Mary Felstiner, who went to bed one night an active professional and healthy young mother, and woke the next morning literally out of joint. With wrists and elbows no longer working right, she'd discovered one of the first signs of rheumatoid arthritis, the most virulent form of a common disease. Out of Joint is her account of living through arthritis, a distinction she shares with seventy million Americans. While arthritis pain affects one out of three Americans, this book is the first to tell the personal story of the nation's most common yet neglected disease. Part memoir, part medical and social history, Out of Joint folds the author's private experience into far-reaching investigations of a socially hidden ailment and of any chronic condition--how to handle love, work, sexuality, fatigue, betrayal, pain, time, mortality, rights, myths, and memory. Moving from the 1940s to the present, this story of one life with arthritis exposes little-known medical research and provocative social issues: alarming controversies over arthritis miracle drugs, intense demands concerning disability, and the surprising and disproportionate number of women affected by chronic illness. From this prize-winning historian comes a call for healing through history, a moving meditation on the way chronic conditions can be treated by enlisting the past.
Knee Pain
If you experience knee pain, you may usually relieve it at home. However, more extreme situations (such as tendons and ligaments being torn or significant joint degeneration) necessitate medical treatment and, in some cases, surgery.Knee pain affects people of all ages and is a frequent problem. An injury to the knee, such as a burst ligament or torn cartilage, can cause pain. Knee discomfort can also be caused by medical disorders such as arthritis, gout, and infections. This book will help you to achieve the following in the shortest period: Best exercises for knee osteoarthritisBest exercises that will strengthen your knee joints.Exercises to correct imbalances and postures, No equipment is needed for the exercises.Exercises to correct fractures and dislocations of the knee.Exercises for post-knee injuries.Exercises for knee flexibility and mobility.Exercises for knee rehabilitation.This book will help you better understand knee pain and see how you can deal with it. It has been written as a general overview outlining the main things you need to know about this subject. It's a short read and a great start for people who know little about the subject.Knee pain is a frequent ailment that can be experienced by older adults, young adults, and children.
Full Circle Moments
In Full Circle Moments: What 20 Years in Neonatology Taught Me About Life, Love & Loss, Dr. Terri Lynn Major-Kincade invites us to join her on a roller-coaster ride through a fascinating world of magic, miracles, plastic boxes, blessings, and burdens-the world of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).In a montage of interwoven stories and poignant examples, Dr. Terri explains how she helps tiny human beings in plastic boxes say both "hello" and "goodbye" to their parents, and how she helps to empower the families of those infants to make difficult, seemingly impossible, decisions. In a heartfelt tribute, she tenderly thanks the preemies, her tiny patients, for helping her to discover the power of the human spirit, to experience moments where the art of medicine supersedes the science of medicine, and to be reminded that, even if it only lasts for a few weeks or days, all life is precious.
Fibromyalgia Won't Win
Fibromyalgia Won't Win is one woman's story about learning to love and live with chronic pain and fatigue.
Nurse Florence(R), How Do We Feel Pain?
Sometimes it seems only a nurse can bring technical information down to an understanding that an ordinary person can grasp. The Nurse Florence(R) book series provides high quality medical information that even a child can grasp. By introducing young kids to correct terminology and science concepts at an early age, we can help increase our children's health literacy level as well as help to prepare them for courses and jobs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. We need more scientists so I hope that many children will enjoy this book series and consider a job involving science.
The Herd
A fly-on-the-wall account of the herd-immunity strategy that Sweden adopted during the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic. In the spring of 2020, as a new and deadly virus spread across the globe rapidly, the world shut down. But a small country in Northern Europe remained open. The Swedish Covid-19 strategy was alternately lauded and held up as a cautionary tale by international governments and journalists alike--with all eyes on what has been dubbed "The Swedish Experiment". But what made Sweden take such a different path? In The Herd, journalist Johan Anderberg narrates the improbable story of a small nation that took a startlingly different approach to fighting the greatest global pandemic in over one hundred years. First, the government instituted no restrictions. Then, it declined to order the wearing of face masks. While the rest of the world looked on with incredulity, condemnation, admiration, and even envy, Sweden stood alone. But The Herd is more than just a look at the evolution of the singular Swedish Covid-19 strategy. With remarkable ease, Anderberg guides the reader through the history of epidemiology, R0-rates, inoculation, and international organizations and collaborations. He also presents a colorful cast of characters and the ticking-clock decisions they were faced with on a daily basis. "The Herd is a thrilling read about tight-knit groups of microbiologists and epidemiologists, old grudges, new alliances, and fiery emails... Anderberg is ambitious, knowledgeable, and fearless."--Dagens Nyheter "The Herd is exemplary journalism of the kind that comes close to the truth through skilled craftsmanship. Anderberg portrays the events in the right order. He relies on relevant facts. He puts the last year in a historical context. He examines without preconceived opinions... Anderberg's book is like a Corona commission in its own right and a beautiful example of the important role journalism plays in the service of the truth."--Barometern "Reading Johan Anderberg's book is not just a way to get perspective and background, detailed descriptions of how the Swedish strategy was formed and what it led to. It is also a way to be released from the debate, both in social and other media. It is extremely cooling. The Herd is no debate book; it is a nuanced report from an incredibly strange time. So strange you need help finding the words to talk about it."--Aftonbladet "Journalist Johan Anderberg makes a brave effort to tell the story about how Sweden chose its path through the pandemic ... Anderberg's narrative has an effortless ease that manifests itself once the writer has a clear overview, and truly masters his subject without getting sidetracked and stuck on details."--Sydsvenskan "Anderberg masters to perfection the societal reportage that closely examines the authorities, effortlessly taking us into the meeting rooms and email inboxes where the Swedish Corona strategy took shape. With efficiency and humor, he visualizes his protagonists ... In a climate where media personalities--myself included--often acted as supporters, critics, and hobby epidemiologists, Anderberg has instead buried himself in facts and tried to paint the overall picture... Questions remain after having finished reading The Herd, but this in no way takes away the honor of having accomplished this impressive pioneering work with such energy and wit from Johan Anderberg. The Herd is sure to greatly impact the debate that we've only seen the nascent beginnings of so far."--Expressen
A Concordance to Conrad's Heart of Darkness
First published in 1979, this concordance to Heart of Darkness is intended for use by the general student of Conrad who wants to determine the exact denotation and connotation of Conrad's vocabulary, or the patterns of imagery in his work, quickly and effortlessly. It prints under each word every logical context in which it occurs.
Oxford Handbook of Tropical Medicine
The Oxford Handbook of Tropical Medicine, fifth edition is the definitive resource for medical problems in tropical regions, and in low-resource settings. Comprehensive in scope, and concise in style, this portable guide ensures that you always have the vital information you need at your fingertips. Fully revised and updated for its fifth edition, it is now even better than ever. The chapter on HIV medicine has been significantly updated, and other revisions include up-to-date guidance on viruses such as COVID-19 and Ebola, improved vaccine regimens, and rabies prophylaxis. With the clear, easy-reference style of the trusted Oxford Handbook format, written and reviewed by an international team of clinical experts, this is a truly global handbook and an essential resource. Make sure you never leave home without it!
Human Behaviour in Pandemics
This timely interdisciplinary book brings together a wide spectrum of theoretical concepts and their empirical applications in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, informing our understanding of the social and psychological bases of a global crisis.
'Ending Aids' in the Age of Biopharmaceuticals
This book considers the change in rhetoric surrounding the treatment of AIDS from one of crisis to that of 'ending AIDS'. Exploring what it means to 'end AIDS' and how responsibility is framed in this new discourse, the author considers the tensions generated between the individual and the state in terms of notions such as risk, responsibility and prevention. Based on analyses public health promotions in the UK and the US, HIV prevention science and engaging with the work of Foucault, this volume argues that the discourse of 'ending AIDS' implies a tension-filled space in which global principles and values may clash with localised needs, values and concerns; in which evidence-based policies strive for hegemony over local, tacit and communal regimes of knowledge; and in which desires compete with national and international ideas about what is best for the individual in the name of 'ending AIDS' writ large. As such, it will appeal to scholars of sociology and media studies with interests in the sociology of medicine and health, medical communication and health policy.
Man Versus Microbe: What Will It Take to Win?
The COVID-19 pandemic that swept the planet in the early 2020s killed nearly six million, delivered unimaginable human suffering and $22 trillion in lost global growth. We weren't prepared and should have been.Unraveling the secrets of microbes, an invisible parallel universe of tiny life forms all around us, is central to managing the big twenty-first-century challenges of pandemics, bioterrorism, food security and climate change. Scientists, technologists, entrepreneurs and political leaders are racing to decode this biological realm with powerful new tools to extend human lifespans and make the world safer and more prosperous. Yet such technologies need to be handled with care. The price of getting this wrong will be unbearable.Man Versus Microbe is about humanity's competitive, symbiotic and precarious relationship with the microbial world. Brian Bremner (Senior Executive Editor, Bloomberg) offers a book on the exhilarating fields of synthetic biology and genetics, abundant with material on emerging technologies to deepen one's understanding of how virus hunters chase bugs or how geneticists unlock the workings of a microbe's constituent DNA. This book is for readers who want to learn more about humanity's fight to contain future pandemics and better understand the risks and opportunities of living in the world of microbes. After navigating through a disruptive pandemic, we are all amateur epidemiologists now.
Man Versus Microbe: What Will It Take to Win?
The COVID-19 pandemic that swept the planet in the early 2020s killed nearly six million, delivered unimaginable human suffering and $22 trillion in lost global growth. We weren't prepared and should have been.Unraveling the secrets of microbes, an invisible parallel universe of tiny life forms all around us, is central to managing the big twenty-first-century challenges of pandemics, bioterrorism, food security and climate change. Scientists, technologists, entrepreneurs and political leaders are racing to decode this biological realm with powerful new tools to extend human lifespans and make the world safer and more prosperous. Yet such technologies need to be handled with care. The price of getting this wrong will be unbearable.Man Versus Microbe is about humanity's competitive, symbiotic and precarious relationship with the microbial world. Brian Bremner (Senior Executive Editor, Bloomberg) offers a book on the exhilarating fields of synthetic biology and genetics, abundant with material on emerging technologies to deepen one's understanding of how virus hunters chase bugs or how geneticists unlock the workings of a microbe's constituent DNA. This book is for readers who want to learn more about humanity's fight to contain future pandemics and better understand the risks and opportunities of living in the world of microbes. After navigating through a disruptive pandemic, we are all amateur epidemiologists now.
The Heart
The Heart: Its Function in Health and Disease is a comprehensive exploration of the heart and its role in human health, designed to bridge the gap between technical scientific literature and popular medical information for a general audience. Aimed at educated readers without a medical background, the book delivers a systematic and accessible discussion of heart diseases and their impact on individuals and society. By using clear explanations and avoiding overly technical jargon, Dr. Selzer provides insights into the heart's anatomy, physiology, common diseases, and the latest advancements in diagnosis and treatment. This work is particularly significant given the prevalence and societal impact of heart disease, which remains a leading cause of mortality in the United States. Dr. Selzer not only addresses the medical and scientific aspects of heart disease but also considers its broader implications, including economic challenges, access to care, and the role of health insurance and government programs. With its balance of scientific rigor and accessibility, the book serves as a valuable resource for readers interested in understanding the complexities of heart health and the ongoing efforts to combat cardiovascular diseases. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1966.
The Heart
The Heart: Its Function in Health and Disease is a comprehensive exploration of the heart and its role in human health, designed to bridge the gap between technical scientific literature and popular medical information for a general audience. Aimed at educated readers without a medical background, the book delivers a systematic and accessible discussion of heart diseases and their impact on individuals and society. By using clear explanations and avoiding overly technical jargon, Dr. Selzer provides insights into the heart's anatomy, physiology, common diseases, and the latest advancements in diagnosis and treatment. This work is particularly significant given the prevalence and societal impact of heart disease, which remains a leading cause of mortality in the United States. Dr. Selzer not only addresses the medical and scientific aspects of heart disease but also considers its broader implications, including economic challenges, access to care, and the role of health insurance and government programs. With its balance of scientific rigor and accessibility, the book serves as a valuable resource for readers interested in understanding the complexities of heart health and the ongoing efforts to combat cardiovascular diseases. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1966.
Climate Change and Animal Health
This benchmark publication assembles information on the current and anticipated effects of climate change on animal health. It empowers educators, managers, practitioners, and researchers by providing evidence, experience, and opinions on what we need to do to prepare for, and cope with, the largest threat ever to have faced animals on this planet. With expert contributors from across the globe, the text equips the reader with information and means to develop sustainable adaptation or mitigation actions. After introducing animal health in a climate change context, chapters look at specific animal health impacts arising from climate change. The book concludes with suggestions on teachable and actionable ideas that could be used to mobilize concepts provided into education or advocacy. This book was written amid the COVID-19 pandemic and in the face of ever-increasing reports of on-the-ground, real-life climate impacts. Large scale wildfire and ocean heat waves killed unprecedented numbers of animals, while droughts in some areas and floods in others displaced thousands of livestock and made food scarce for even more. Climate change is real, and it is here. How we respond will have profound implications for people, biodiversity, welfare, conservation, societies, economies, and ecosystems. Today's veterinary educators are awakening to the need to adapt and train a new generation of animal health professionals who can understand and plan for climate change, and this book is an essential resource.
Cancer
This book presents in lucid and concise terms the main facts known today about cancer. It is directed to laymen filling to make a modest effort to understand the biology of cells, and to many doctors and scientists who do not specialize in the study of cancer. The author combines a scientific and humanistic approach to the subject in an effort to temper the cold facts of science with personal concern for patients and their families. Cancer: The Wayward Cell answers, insofar as possible, the questions most often asked about cancer. It is divided into four major parts (1) the biology of the cell, including a discussion of normal and abnormal growth; (2) the history, ecology, and environmental origins of cancer; (3) current methods of treatment of cancer; and (4) the psychological and social problems relevant to this perplexing disorder. Throughout the book new attempts to apply research advances to the problem of cancer are analyzed, with particular emphasis on prevention, control, and treatment. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1972.
Cancer
This book presents in lucid and concise terms the main facts known today about cancer. It is directed to laymen filling to make a modest effort to understand the biology of cells, and to many doctors and scientists who do not specialize in the study of cancer. The author combines a scientific and humanistic approach to the subject in an effort to temper the cold facts of science with personal concern for patients and their families. Cancer: The Wayward Cell answers, insofar as possible, the questions most often asked about cancer. It is divided into four major parts (1) the biology of the cell, including a discussion of normal and abnormal growth; (2) the history, ecology, and environmental origins of cancer; (3) current methods of treatment of cancer; and (4) the psychological and social problems relevant to this perplexing disorder. Throughout the book new attempts to apply research advances to the problem of cancer are analyzed, with particular emphasis on prevention, control, and treatment. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1972.
