Advances in Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology during and after the COVID-19 Pandemic
This Special Issue, "Advances in Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology during and after the COVID-19 Pandemic: 2nd Edition," presents a comprehensive collection of peer-reviewed articles that reflect the latest research and clinical insights in the field of infectious diseases. The contributions encompass a wide range of topics, including the evolving epidemiology of viral and bacterial pathogens, diagnostic innovations, antimicrobial resistance, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on infectious disease management and healthcare systems. The reprint highlights both the challenges and advances experienced by clinicians and researchers during this unprecedented period, offering valuable perspectives on preparedness, response strategies, and lessons learned for future public health emergencies. By bringing together original studies, case reports, and reviews from international experts, this Special Issue serves as a timely resource for healthcare professionals, microbiologists, and researchers seeking to stay informed about current trends and future directions in infectious diseases and clinical microbiology.
Inflammation
Inflammation refers to the defensive response of living tissue with vascular system to inflammatory factors and local damage. When your body activates the immune system, it releases inflammatory cells. These cells attack infection from external pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses. Inflammation is a protective mechanism for the body. However, in relation to disease, certain factors can activate an inflammatory responses, such as, bad diet, sedentary lifestyles, environmental factors, etc. Ongoing inflammation, or chronic inflammation can lead to tissue damage and development of diseases. In this Topic, papers are presented in relation to the links between inflammation and disease.
Access to Public Health Services and Challenges to Healthcare Management
Access to public health services remains a major challenge for health systems worldwide, particularly in contexts marked by resource limitations, inequities, and increasing pressures on healthcare management. Strengthening service delivery requires a deeper understanding of how health systems respond to population needs, how users perceive the quality and availability of care, and how organizational factors influence performance. This Special Issue addresses these themes by examining access, governance, and service organization across diverse settings, with special attention to contexts where structural constraints shape health outcomes. The studies included in this Special Issue offer concise and valuable contributions to these discussions. Research on Brazil's Unified Health System highlights differences in user experiences across regions, while findings from eight African countries illuminate job satisfaction among primary care workers and its implications for workforce stability. Additional contributions explore the integration of mental health services into HIV and tuberculosis programs in South Africa, the role of digital health tools in the management of chronic diseases, and persistent barriers to accessing essential treatments such as radiotherapy. We hope this collection supports researchers, practitioners, and policymakers committed to advancing more equitable, efficient, and people-centered health systems.
Chronic Wisdom
What if surviving the unimaginable became the beginning of discovering who you truly are?For nearly three decades, Karen Humphries has lived inside a body shaped by chronic illness, disability, profound grief, life as an ostomate, and the daily reality of incurable stage 4 cancer. Her story is not one of easy answers, miraculous recoveries, or neatly tied endings. It is the story of a woman who had to rebuild herself again and again ― in the waiting rooms, in the quiet hours of uncertainty, and in the moments when life felt too heavy to carry.Chronic Wisdom: One woman's story of survival, strength and self-discovery invites readers into the raw and intimate truth of that journey. With unfiltered honesty and surprising warmth, Karen shares the chapters of her life that most people never see: the fear, the loss, the exhaustion of living with an unpredictable body, and the heartbreak of dreams that never came to be. Yet woven through every struggle is something far more powerful ― a steady thread of hope, clarity, and courage that reveals itself at the most unexpected times.This memoir is not about "fighting" cancer or defeating illness. Instead, Karen shows what it means to live in flow with your circumstances, to stop resisting what is, and to find meaning in the space between who you were and who you are becoming. Along the way, she uncovers the Seven Wisdoms ― the lessons that helped her reclaim her identity, rebuild her wellbeing, and rediscover her purpose when life kept pulling her off course.These wisdoms grew from lived experience: the kind that breaks you open, strips away what no longer matters, and reveals what truly does. Karen learned them slowly ― through tears, through laughter, through moments of stillness, and through the quiet realisations that come when everything else falls away.Chronic Wisdom speaks to anyone who has ever faced a diagnosis, a detour, or a season where the path forward felt painfully unclear. It is a book for those who have survived more than they ever speak about, for those living with grief that doesn't show, and for those learning to navigate a life they never planned.Karen wrote this memoir so no one walking through illness, loss, or uncertainty ever feels alone again. Her story is uniquely hers ― yet in its honesty, you may find reflections of your own strength, your own resilience, and your own unfolding self-discovery.
Pocket Cardiology and Vascular Medicine
Your essential companion for learning and practising cardiology. This pocket-sized handbook takes you from the fundamentals of cardiac anatomy and electrophysiology through to cardiology-specific diagnostics and conditions. Covering around 70 cardiac conditions, including rhythm and conduction abnormalities, ischaemic heart disease, and congenital disorders, it is designed to give you rapid access to the knowledge you need in clinical practice.Inside you will find concise explanations, structured summaries, and easy-to-use clinical tools. Visual mnemonics, diagrams, and step-by-step evaluation guides support fast learning and recall, making it ideal for ward rounds, exam revision, and on-call shifts.Highlights include: Cardiac pharmacotherapy explained in a clear, structured mannerPractical guidance on ECG interpretation and cardiac interventionsDifferential diagnoses for cardiac-related symptoms to sharpen clinical reasoningStep-by-step clinical evaluation guides for each conditionVisuals, mnemonics, and diagrams to make complex concepts memorableWritten and reviewed by medical specialists, this book bridges theory and practice. Whether you are a medical student, a junior doctor, or a healthcare professional in need of a quick refresher, this compact reference is crafted to support confident, informed decision making.Accessible, practical, and visually engaging, it has already received praise from readers and specialists across the world. Keep it in your pocket or white coat - a reliable guide to cardiology, always within reach.
Bloody Powerful
Brought to life with art from talented illustrator Hazel Mead, this incredible book is aimed at every woman stuck in the 'information gap' navigating the jargon and myths about their gynaecological health online. Bloody Powerful covers everything you didn't get taught in school: giving you factually correct and reliable information coming from a practicing gynaecology doctor. It is a non-judgemental and insightful guide to empowering yourself to take charge of your body. Dr Brooke Vandermolen answers questions you have always wanted to ask, from 'Do I need supplements to balance my hormones?' to 'How do I know if my period is too heavy?' sprinkled with facts you may never have realised about your body. Thought-provoking, inspiring and inclusive, this book will show you how we're all the same in wanting to know more about our own bodies, and we are each utterly and beautifully unique.
Beyond the Dental Chair
The Blueprint for Dental Practice SuccessBeing a great clinician is not enough! What if someone handed you the playbook for a successful, low stress career in dentistry? Beyond the Dental Chair provides the strategic framework missing from dental education - the business, leadership and communication acumen that transforms competent clinicians into thriving business owners. Beyond the Dental Chair is the essential guide every dentist wishes they had when they began practicing. It distills decades of real-world experience into a practical, inspiring guide for building a thriving dental practice. Written by private practitioner, educator, and consultant Dr. Gary E. Stough, this book uncovers what makes a practice truly successful. This isn't theoretical advice - it's a field-tested strategy that separates successful practices from struggling ones.
Let Your Light Shine Through
Written by Eleanor Stein, MD, FRCP(C), a physician with more than 25 years of experience treating complex chronic diseases, Let Your Light Shine Through, Second Edition is an evidence-based, patient-centered workbook for people living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), Fibromyalgia (FM), Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), and Long COVID.These are real, biological illnesses that are often misunderstood or inadequately addressed in conventional care. This workbook combines clear explanations of underlying physiology with practical, science-informed strategies to support daily functioning and symptom management.Readers learn to identify individual symptom patterns, understand the biological contributors to fatigue, pain, brain fog, sleep disturbance, dizziness, and sensitivities, and apply individualized management approaches. Strategies include lifestyle adjustments and pacing, nutrition and natural products, and medications when appropriate, with many designed to be implemented independently.Emphasizing individualized, patient-centered care, the workbook uses real clinical examples to help readers recognize triggers, reduce symptom "crashes," and improve quality of life without relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.The second edition includes expanded coverage of Long COVID, updated disease definitions, current research updates throughout each chapter, expanded peer-reviewed references and online resources, and a new bonus chapter exploring emerging directions in understanding the body's innate healing capacity.Let Your Light Shine Through is designed as a practical educational resource for people living with complex chronic illness and for clinicians seeking a clear, compassionate patient reference.
The Essential Guide to Cardiovascular Health
India stands at the epicentre of a devastating and largely silent health emergency. Every year, an alarming 272 lives per 100,000 people are lost to cardiovascular disease (CVD), making it the leading cause of death in the country. In a nation of over 1.4 billion people, this translates into millions of families affected by heart attacks, strokes, chronic illness, disability, and premature loss. Yet despite its scale and severity, heart disease is often misunderstood, underestimated, or discovered far too late. This is an epidemic no one can afford to ignore.What makes the crisis more troubling is that much of cardiovascular disease is preventable, manageable, or reversible when addressed early and correctly. The real challenge lies not only in access to healthcare, but in access to clear, reliable, and practical knowledge. Medical jargon, confusing test results, and contradictory advice often leave patients and caregivers overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of what steps to take next. The path to heart health should not feel like a maze.This essential and accessible guide is designed to change that. It transforms complex cardiac science into simple, actionable understanding, empowering readers to make informed decisions about their heart health. Written in plain language and grounded in real-world concerns, the book is meant for patients newly diagnosed with heart conditions, caregivers supporting loved ones, and anyone who wants to protect their heart before problems begin.The book offers a comprehensive yet easy-to-follow overview of major cardiovascular conditions, including Coronary Artery Disease, Hypertension, Stroke, Arrhythmias, and heart failure. It explains what these conditions are, why they occur, how they progress, and how they are diagnosed-without overwhelming the reader. Common symptoms are clarified, myths are addressed, and warning signs that should never be ignored are clearly highlighted.Beyond diagnosis, the guide focuses strongly on control and prevention. Readers are walked through the role of lifestyle choices such as diet, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and tobacco use, alongside the importance of medications and regular monitoring. It explains how small, consistent changes can significantly reduce risk and improve quality of life. Special attention is given to the realities of heart disease in the Indian context, including genetic risk, urban lifestyles, dietary patterns, and access to care.Importantly, this book does not promote fear-it promotes confidence and clarity. It helps readers understand medical reports, ask the right questions during doctor visits, and actively participate in their treatment plans. By replacing uncertainty with knowledge, it encourages a proactive rather than reactive approach to heart health.Your heart health is too important to leave to chance, confusion, or delay. Whether you are seeking answers after a diagnosis or looking to prevent disease before it starts, this guide offers a trusted roadmap. The time to take control is not tomorrow or someday-it is now.
The Life Wellness Collective
The healthcare system is broken. This book is a call to action for anyone tired of a healthcare system that profits from illness while leaving patients underinsured, over-charged, and unheard.Discover an alternative to today's overpriced, broken insurance models that are not just a financial burden-they put lives in jeopardy. Real wellness begins by addressing the root causes of illness, because lasting health cannot come from quick fixes or prescription bottles alone.This is your turning point to take control of your whole person care that honors body, mind, and spirit. Uncover financial alternatives, practical tools and holistic approaches that reclaim: your health-your power-your freedom!Americans no longer have to feel sick and stuck with the same old choices. Finally say hello to a cost-effective, healthier alternative!!!JEFFREY HAZLETT - Chairman & C-Suite Network Primetime Television & Podcast HostThis book empowers you to take back control of your money, your wellness, and your freedom. It is a powerful blueprint for living well, leading with faith, and transforming your life and your community.SHARON LECHTER, CPA - NYT Bestselling Coauthor of Rich Dad Poor Dad14-Time #1 Amazon Bestselling Author Author of Think and Grow Rich for Women
The Healing Art of Ampuku
The Healing Art of Ampuku introduces the reader to the rich history, philosophy and techniques of Chinese and Japanese massage.
Normal Labs, Abnormal Life
Millions of patients experience persistent symptoms despite laboratory test results reported as "normal." Fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, anxiety, cold intolerance, palpitations, and mood changes are frequently dismissed when standard reference ranges appear acceptable.Normal Labs, Abnormal Life examines the limitations of population-based laboratory reference ranges in the evaluation of thyroid function. Drawing on clinical experience, this book explores how thyroid dysfunction-particularly autoimmune thyroid disease-may exist long before laboratory thresholds are crossed, and why biochemical "normality" does not always equate to physiological health.The book introduces the concept of impaired thyroid hormone availability and action at the tissue level, emphasizing mechanisms such as intracellular transport, hormone conversion, mitochondrial energy metabolism, and individual variability in hormone responsiveness. It discusses why symptom-based clinical patterns may precede abnormal laboratory findings by years and how reliance on isolated blood markers can delay meaningful diagnosis.Written for clinicians, healthcare professionals, and medically informed readers, Normal Labs, Abnormal Life encourages a more nuanced, physiology-driven interpretation of laboratory data and advocates for individualized clinical reasoning when standard results fail to explain patient experience.
Advanced Decision Making in Clinical Medicine
With this Reprint, we wish to offer interested readers the opportunity to explore cutting-edge articles that explore how artificial intelligence, data science, and statistics can improve the effectiveness of medical decision-making and evidence-based medicine. In this Reprint, leading researchers in the field share their insights, experimentations, research findings, and visions for the future. We have compiled a collection of studies covering innovative practices in evidence-based medicine, advances in data analysis and risk management in medical treatment decisions, applications of artificial intelligence methods, modelling and simulation in medical decision-making, and policy development for better evidence-based practices and services.
The Nervous System Regulation Workbook
I Thought It Was Chronic Stress, Then I Learned that the Real Problem Was That My Nervous System Was Stuck on 'ON'Do you feel constantly wired, exhausted, or emotionally drained, no matter how much you try to relax? Are stress, brain fog, and chronic fatigue stealing your focus, energy, and joy?Or maybe you're stuck in a loop of stress, autoimmune flare-ups, or neuropathy that no diet or supplement seems to fix?You're not broken. Your nervous system is just dysregulated. And the problem isn't due to lack of trying; it's in your autonomic nervous system.When your system is stuck in survival mode (fight, flight, freeze, or fawn), it floods your nerve pathways with stress signals that affect your digestion, hormones, sleep, and even your immune response. But the moment you learn how to calm it, your entire life will change! The Nervous System Regulation Workbook is a simple, science-based 12-step autoimmune protocol for total-body healing, emotional balance, and lasting energy.Here's just a fraction of what you'll learn inside: The 4 survival modes explained - and how to move out of fight, flight, freeze, and fawn safelyDaily vagus nerve reset techniques that quiet your body's alarm system and ease stress instantlyBody-based (somatic) exercises that release tension, regulate emotions, and improve sleepBreathwork and grounding methods that you can do anytime-even in traffic or at your deskNutrition and sleep strategies to support your immune system, gut health, and energy levelsMindfulness, visualization, and journaling tools to calm racing thoughts and reduce anxietyQuick nervous system resets for when you feel overstimulated, fatigued, or emotionally floodedCo-regulation practices that help you feel safe and connected in relationshipsBonus: 30-Day Nervous System Reset Plan to help you stay consistent and build lifelong balanceNervous System Regulation Made SimpleWhile most guides overwhelm you with theory or complex routines, this workbook keeps things clear, practical, and doable. You'll find simple, science-backed tools that fit into your day-without hours of meditation or major lifestyle changes.What's Next?Are you ready to unwind anxiety, reduce fatigue, and nurture your nervous system?Then scroll up, click "Buy Now" and start your 12-step nervous system reset today!
Mineral Medicine
Your Body Isn't the Problem. Your Minerals Are. Precision medicine. Based on your cellular chemistry."In this eye-opening book, Dr. Thompson describes his breakthrough discoveries on how minerals actually function in the human body, bringing about true healing for many who had been failures of mainstream medicine. This book is an education and inspiration for health practitioners and the public alike!" - Hyla Cass, MD, Author of 8 Weeks to Vibrant HealthYou've been told your chronic fatigue is normal. Your bone loss is inevitable. Your symptoms are just something you'll have to live with. It's just aging.But what if the real problem isn't that your body is failing? What if your cells are simply running on empty?Dr. Robert Thompson spent 25 years discovering what conventional medicine overlooked: the mineral imbalances inside your cells that blood tests can't detect. His groundbreaking Thompson-Dobereiner Principle reveals why "normal" results mean almost nothing when you feel terrible-and why simple corrections changed everything. Thousands discovered their bodies weren't broken, just mineral-depleted.This book is for you if: ✓ You don't believe your condition is "just something you have to live with"✓ You suspect there's something missing from conventional medicine in your care✓ You're ready to take control of your health naturallyThe science exists. The test exists. The solution exists.Answers won't come from a one-size-fits-all protocol. They'll come from your unique cellular chemistry-finally measured, finally understood, finally addressed.Your blueprint for healing is already inside you. This book gives you the keys.
The Human Cost of Long COVID
What if the hardest part of your illness were not only its debilitating symptoms, but trying to make sense of a body that no longer follows the rules, where doing what you have always believed is healthy, like exercising more and pushing through, can actually make you worse?When Dr. Jasmin Tzortzakakis Malik first fell ill with COVID-19, she expected recovery. Instead, she entered a world of relentless fatigue, neurological disruption, fluctuating symptoms, and a medical system still struggling to understand what millions were experiencing. As a clinical philosopher, healthcare professional, and researcher, she has spent over 20 years helping others navigate illness, shifts in identity, and the search for understanding. Nothing prepared her for becoming a patient of a condition that science had barely begun to describe.In The Human Cost of Long COVID, Dr Malik blends lived experience with emerging research to show that Long COVID is not just a list of symptoms; it is a complex, interconnected multisystem disruption that affects the brain, immune function, metabolism, autonomic stability, and a person's sense of self. With clarity and compassion, she offers a framework that helps readers understand what is happening beneath the surface and why recovery often feels unpredictable, fragile, and profoundly isolating.Drawing from her Adaptive Integration Framework, readers get the tools to: - Understand the science behind fatigue, brain fog, relapses, and multisystem symptoms - Recognise the emotional and identity shifts that accompany invisible illness - Reconnect with a body that feels unfamiliar - Navigate uncertainty with self-compassion rather than self-blameThis is not just a medical text. It is a guide for anyone living with Long COVID, caring for someone who is, or supporting patients through chronic, post-viral illness. Dr. Malik brings together what research reveals, what patients live, and what clinicians need to understand, offering clarity in a landscape where answers have often been scarce.Whether you're a patient, a caregiver, a clinician, or someone seeking to understand the deeper impact of this global condition, The Human Cost of Long COVID will help you see the invisible, name the complexity, and recognise that although healing is rarely linear, it is possible.
Kiss Your Dentist Goodbye
Kiss Your Dentist Goodbye unveils the secrets to achieving and maintaining a truly healthy mouth. In this book, Dr. Phillips explains the importance of bacterial balance for oral health, highlighting how it will never be attained through excessive flossing, aggressive cleanings, or the indiscriminate killing of mouth bacteria. She exposes the detrimental effects of certain dental procedures and products, including tooth whitening, bleaching, dental sealants, and certain fluorides. By adopting her practical do-it-yourself daily routine, you can effortlessly reduce plaque buildup, strengthen your teeth, heal and even reverse small cavities, cure periodontal disease, and eliminate tooth sensitivity.
Drug Candidates for Allergic Diseases
Over the last two decades, novel drugs have emerged, paving the way for the personalized management of allergic diseases. Bronchoscopy studies and mouse models of asthma have provided initial insights into the mechanisms of allergic inflammation, establishing the role of Th2 type 2 cytokines, including IL-4 and IL-5 IL-13, leading to the development of several monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) targeting these cytokines. Omalizumab was the first mAb used successfully to treat severe asthma patients. Subsequently, other drugs emerged, including antibodies that block IL-5 (mepolizumab, reslizumab) and the IL-5 receptor (benralizumab), the IL-4/IL-13 receptor alpha chain (dupilumab), and the thymic stromal lymphopoietin (Tezepelumab). These novel biologicals have been shown to be effective alternative therapies to corticosteroids, particularly in severe asthma management, where they have improved the quality of life of many patients. Given their success in asthma, these drugs have been used in other allergic diseases, including atopic dermatitis, chronic urticaria, eosinophilic esophagitis, chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), and idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome. Currently, a number of novel antagonists targeting other inflammatory mediators are still in the preclinical stages of development.
Advances in Organic Synthesis in Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals and Materials
This carefully curated collection Reprint together cutting-edge research that highlights the transformative role of organic synthesis across diverse scientific domains. From novel catalytic systems to sustainable reaction designs, the Reprint showcases how modern synthetic chemistry continues to drive innovation in drug discovery, agrochemical development, and functional materials. It not only reflects the current state of organic synthesis but also underscores a growing emphasis on sustainability-through the use of earth-abundant metals, stable oxidants, and domino processes that minimize waste and steps. It bridges organic, inorganic, and materials chemistry, illustrating the interdisciplinary collaboration essential for future breakthroughs.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Antimicrobial Therapy of Clinically Relevant Bacteria
Antimicrobial resistance is a public health problem of major importance, and the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the current antibiotic armamentarium is not sufficient to face future challenges. The antibiotic pipeline is not providing new compounds at a sufficient speed for various reasons, and thus, few novel drugs have reached clinical practice lately; old, formerly abandoned antimicrobials are increasingly used as last-resort treatment options. At this pace, untreatable infections could emerge on a large scale, and the world may experience, in some cases, dramatic situations of the pre-antibiotic era. Already, clinicians in endemic areas routinely encounter patients with infections that do not respond to available treatments, and laboratories often report multidrug-resistant (MDR) or even pan-drug-resistant (PDR) bacteria. In this context, continuous monitoring of the resistance mechanisms' epidemiology, as well as knowledge regarding treatment options for clinically relevant bacteria, are of great interest to health-care professionals. This Reprint includes articles that present new data on antimicrobial resistance and epidemiology of MDR bacterial infections of key clinical importance, as well as suitable therapeutic options for their treatment. Hopefully, these contributions will both practically benefit the readership and stimulate further research in the field.
Kidney Stone Buster
Kidney stones are an increasing problem in today's society. The agony of passing a kidney stone is memorable - for the wrong reasons! Predominantly related to diet and lifestyle factors, prevention can seem overwhelming. It does not, however, have to be complicated. In this practical and concise guide written by an expert practising Urologist, the science of kidney stone formation and how to stop it will be explained. You will discover how small consistent changes in habit and diet can reduce your risk of kidney stones. This book will give you the tools, knowledge and confidence to take charge of your kidney health.
The Unbreakable Spirit
What if the most powerful medicine for fighting cancer isn't found in a pharmacy-but in your own body's ability to move?A cancer diagnosis changes everything. The treatments can leave patients exhausted, uncertain, and feeling disconnected from their own bodies. Traditional advice has been to rest and conserve energy. But groundbreaking research in Exercise Oncology now reveals a different truth: structured physical activity is one of the most powerful tools available to support cancer treatment, recovery, and long-term survival.The Unbreakable Spirit translates cutting-edge oncology research into clear, practical guidance. Written by exercise medicine specialist Simon Kee, this comprehensive guide shows how movement can reduce cancer recurrence risk by up to 50%, decrease treatment-related fatigue by up to 40%, strengthen immune function, and restore both physical capability and emotional wellbeing.Key topics include: - The science of Exercise Oncology and why movement is essential medicine- Prehabilitation protocols to prepare the body before treatment begins- Safe, evidence-based exercise programs for every stage of the cancer continuum- Strength training strategies to rebuild muscle and protect bone health- Nutrition and self-care approaches that support the body's healing systems- Managing treatment side effects including fatigue, neuropathy, and cognitive changesWritten for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, The Unbreakable Spirit provides the knowledge and tools needed to take an active role in recovery. The book draws on research from leading institutions including Edith Cowan University's Exercise Medicine Research Institute, presenting complex science in accessible language with practical applications.Cancer may have arrived uninvited. But how you respond is your choice. Every movement forward-every step, stretch, and deliberate act of self-care-is a declaration of strength and an investment in healing.
Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care
Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care offers a powerful and practical roadmap for family caregivers who want more than just survival-they want their loved ones to thrive. When leadership expert Mark left a 20-year corporate career to care for his mother with Alzheimer's, he approached caregiving with the same breakthrough mindset that had driven his professional success. The result was nothing short of extraordinary: his mother experienced more joy, better health, and greater longevity than anyone thought possible.Part memoir and part how-to guide, this compelling book blends personal reflection with research-based insights and practical tools that help families transform their Alzheimer's care experience. Readers will find detailed guidance on how to: Design a daily routine that supports physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being.Apply nutrition and brain health strategies proven to enhance function and mood.Use cognitive stimulation to preserve memory and engagement.Select, coach, and lead caregivers as an effective care team.Improve communication and outcomes during doctor visits.Access mobile medical support and technology-based care solutions.Prevent caregiver burnout through strong leadership and self-care.Unlike traditional caregiver manuals, Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care goes beyond coping to offer a vision of thriving-showing how compassionate leadership and innovative thinking can dramatically improve quality of life for both the person with dementia and those who care for them.Drawing from his personal journey, Mark shares hard-won lessons, practical systems, and heartwarming stories that illustrate what's possible when caregivers combine love with strategy. His unique approach reframes caregiving as a mission of empowerment rather than endurance, encouraging readers to build hope, resilience, and teamwork every step of the way.Whether you're just beginning to navigate the challenges of Alzheimer's or have been caring for a loved one for years, Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care will help you find renewed purpose, strength, and connection. It's an inspiring and transformative guide for every family touched by dementia-one that proves a better, brighter caregiving experience is within reach.
Pain No More
Are you living with chronic pain that won't go away, no matter what you try? Pain No More offers a clear, natural approach to understanding why pain persists and how it can be addressed at the root.Instead of focusing only on temporary relief, this book explains how musculoskeletal dysfunction, chronic inflammation, nerve irritation, soft tissue restriction, and daily movement habits contribute to ongoing pain. Written in straightforward, consumer-friendly language, it helps readers understand why pain often becomes chronic and why symptom-based solutions frequently fall short.Inside, readers will discover how natural pain management strategies can support healing and restore function.Drawing on clinical experience and research-supported principles, Dr. Joseph Jacobs outlines practical ways to reduce pain by improving movement patterns, supporting tissue health, and addressing lifestyle factors that strain the body over time.Pain No More is designed for individuals seeking natural pain relief, improved mobility, and long-term physical resilience. This book empowers readers with clarity and actionable insight so they can take an active role in reducing chronic pain and improving quality of life, alongside appropriate professional care.
White Coat Revival
YOU ARE APPOINTED FOR MORE THAN MEDICINE.Medical professionals worldwide face an unprecedented crisis - a plethora of sick patients, collapsing systems, and burnout levels medicine itself cannot treat.Yet beneath the chaos, something else is stirring: God is reawakening His healers.White Coat Revival is a call to heal you - the heart of medicine, the soul beneath the white coat.Instead of the usual solutions such as research breakthroughs, technologies, protocols, and administrative efficiencies, which only multiply your cognitive burden.This book offers something different: spiritual empowerment.Its 7 Alignments(TM) framework helps you align science with Spirit, combining your analytical expertise and knowledge with God's wisdom to achieve diagnostic clarity, restored authority, and divine partnership.Step into a new way of practicing medicine, in which: - You stand in authority over disease.- You co-labor with God instead of carrying the weight of healing yourself.- You learn to hear from God within clinical practice for confident decision making.- You have a restored sense of purpose, greater than science alone.If you have been silently questioning whether medicine is still your calling, this book reveals what went wrong, how to return to God's original design for you, and how to practice medicine with renewed authority, peace, and supernatural impact.Join the movement to restore God's original design and empower the white coat. The revival of medicine begins with you.
Recent Advances in Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases
This Special Issue of Medicina, entitled "Recent Advances in Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases", is dedicated to the state of the art in autoimmune rheumatic diseases, and aims to be highly beneficial in clinical practice, enhance public health, and provide the latest information on innovations in the field of autoimmune rheumatic diseases.Autoimmune rheumatic diseases are a major global health problem with increasing prevalence, which are linked to high morbidity, mortality, and disability rates. Autoimmune rheumatic diseases do not have diagnostic criteria and are instead guided by classification criteria, so the confirmation of a diagnosis is often delayed. As highly heterogeneous diseases, they involve complex pathophysiological mechanisms, resulting in variations in treatment responses among individuals. This heterogeneity underscores the need for individualized and precise treatment strategies and encourages patient-centered collaboration between clinicians and researchers.Challenges remain in the field of rheumatology due to an aging population, the complexity of diseases, the need to manage comorbidity, the need to address health disparities between different population groups, and the challenges associated with the effective and appropriate integration of new technologies into the management of autoimmune rheumatic diseases.
Parenting and Child/Adolescent Development
Family dynamics, parenting practices and parent/caregiver-child relationships have a formative effect and long-term implications for children's health, well-being and socioemotional, cognitive, neurobiological development. Family connectedness, communication and relationships with parents and family members also allow children to have important role models, and these factors contribute to the development of identity and behaviours in adolescence. This Special Issue takes a multidisciplinary stance and includes papers demonstrating that family dynamics and relationships are central to child and adolescent development across multiple domains-including health, well-being, socioemotional functioning, cognition, and neurobiological processes. The articles respond directly to current challenges in the field facing children, adolescents, and families today. Several cross-cutting themes address both enduring concerns and emerging opportunities in parenting and child/adolescent development: the family as a central developmental context; the interplay of risk and protective factors; the cultural and contextual sensitivity of parenting; the importance of interventions that strengthen families; the role of broader social systems for parenting practices and parent/caregiver-child relationships. Together, these contributions are expected not only to deepen our understanding of how development unfolds across diverse contexts but also to illuminate innovative pathways for advancing research, informing practice, and shaping policy focused on families and children/adolescents.
Vegetarian Nutrition in Health Improvement
This Reprint presents the collected research from the Special Issue titled Vegetarian Nutrition in Health Improvement. Led by Guest Editors, Luciana Baroni and Gianluca Rizzo, this volume offers a comprehensive, up-to-date synthesis of data on lacto-ovo vegetarian and vegan dietary patterns and their impact on human health. It addresses the growing public health relevance of plant-based nutrition, probing its role in the prevention and management of major chronic conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and frailty. The contributions explore both the potential benefits and the remaining uncertainties around nutrient adequacy, long-term outcomes, and translational applications. A key theme is the dual focus on dietary quality and sustainability: vegetarian diets are examined not only as individual health strategies, but also as sustainable models within global food systems. The Research Articles, Reviews, Meta-Analyses, and Perspectives gathered here report on large-scale surveys, cohort studies, and intervention trials, with specific attention to vitamin B12/cobalamin status, homocysteine metabolism, plant-food bioactives, oxidative stress, and risk modulation. The result is a high-impact resource for nutrition scientists, clinical practitioners, public health policymakers, and healthcare professionals seeking evidence-based insights into plant-based nutrition. This Reprint positions lacto-ovo vegetarian and vegan nutrition as both a scientifically grounded option and a strategic priority for health promotion and disease prevention.
Posture, Balance, and Gait
This Reprint compiles peer reviewed research articles from the Special Issue "Posture, Balance, and Gait Assessment Techniques and Rehabilitation Strategies", published in the Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology. It presents a comprehensive overview of contemporary research addressing the biomechanical, sensory motor, and neural mechanisms underlying posture control, balance regulation, and gait performance.The Reprint includes experimental studies, systematic reviews, and applied clinical research focused on objective assessment methods, wearable and sensor based technologies, and evidence based rehabilitation interventions. The contributions span diverse populations, including older adults, individuals with neurological or musculoskeletal conditions, children with movement disorders, and physically active adults, reflecting the broad clinical relevance of movement impairments across the lifespan.By integrating foundational science with clinically meaningful applications, this Reprint supports evidence based decision making and knowledge translation in physiotherapy and rehabilitation sciences. It serves as a valuable reference for clinicians, researchers, educators, and postgraduate students seeking an up to date synthesis of advances in posture, balance, and gait assessment and rehabilitation.
Advances in Prevention and Management of Celiac Disease
This Reprint presents the latest advances in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of celiac disease (CD), a multifactorial autoimmune disorder with both gastrointestinal and extra-intestinal manifestations. CD not only responds to gluten exposure but also involves a genetic predisposition (HLA-DQ2/DQ8), immune dysregulation, microbiome and intestinal barrier alterations, and environmental triggers. The collected works explore the full spectrum of these mechanisms, from population-based public health interventions and eating attitudes in adults, to nutritional quality and early evaluation in children commencing a gluten-free diet (GFD). The studies also highlight innovations in emerging diagnostic monitoring omics strategies that are facilitating progress towards precision medicine in CD. Through a multidisciplinary lens encompassing clinicians, nutrition experts, and molecular scientists, this Reprint delivers a comprehensive, current, and translational overview of CD in children and adults, with the goal of shaping future research and improving patient outcomes.
Evolution of Treatments of Prostate Cancer
The management of prostate cancer has evolved significantly due to advances in imaging, molecular biology, and therapy. Historically, treatment options were limited to radical prostatectomy and conventional radiotherapy. Today, radiotherapy employs precise image-guided and intensity-modulated techniques, such as IMRT and VMAT, which deliver higher tumor doses with reduced toxicity. Innovations like IGRT and SBRT have improved targeting accuracy, enabling hypofractionated regimens that achieve excellent tumor control. Emerging approaches, including MRI-guided radiotherapy and proton therapy, offer even greater precision.Focal therapies-such as HIFU, cryotherapy, and irreversible electroporation-target only the cancerous areas of the prostate, aiming to balance oncologic control with preservation of quality of life. Precision medicine is further transforming care through genomic profiling and molecular imaging (e.g., PSMA-PET), enhancing risk stratification and personalizing treatment. Novel systemic therapies, including PARP inhibitors, androgen receptor-targeted agents, and radioligand therapies, provide new options for patients with advanced disease. Overall, the integration of advanced radiotherapy techniques, focal therapies, and precision medicine is reshaping prostate cancer management, improving outcomes and quality of life.
Experimental Organic and Medicinal Chemistry
"Experimental Organic and Medicinal Chemistry: Principles and Practice, 2nd Edition." of this comprehensive guide. Designed for pharmacy and allied field graduates, this book, "Experimental Organic and Medicinal Chemistry-Principles & Practice," is a treasure trove of synthetic and analytical approaches essential for both academic and industrial realms.Embark on a journey through 64 enlightening chapters, where the art of synthesizing drugs and drug intermediates is unveiled alongside their pharmaceutical significance and underlying reaction mechanisms. Delve into the realm of green synthetic strategies, where alternative reagents and safety precautions take center stage, promising a sustainable approach to drug synthesis. From conducting limit tests to qualitative analyses of diverse compounds, this book intricately details organic-medicinal compound estimations, active principle isolations, and the nitty-gritty of general laboratory practices. With a reader-friendly approach to complex experiments that require no specialized equipment, this book is a must-have for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the nuanced world of Experimental Organic and Medicinal Chemistry.
White Coat Revival
YOU ARE APPOINTED FOR MORE THAN MEDICINE.Medical professionals worldwide face an unprecedented crisis - a plethora of sick patients, collapsing systems, and burnout levels medicine itself cannot treat.Yet beneath the chaos, something else is stirring: God is reawakening His healers.White Coat Revival is a call to heal you - the heart of medicine, the soul beneath the white coat.Instead of the usual solutions such as research breakthroughs, technologies, protocols, and administrative efficiencies, which only multiply your cognitive burden.This book offers something different: spiritual empowerment.Its 7 Alignments(TM) framework helps you align science with Spirit, combining your analytical expertise and knowledge with God's wisdom to achieve diagnostic clarity, restored authority, and divine partnership.Step into a new way of practicing medicine, in which: - You stand in authority over disease.- You co-labor with God instead of carrying the weight of healing yourself.- You learn to hear from God within clinical practice for confident decision making.- You have a restored sense of purpose, greater than science alone.If you have been silently questioning whether medicine is still your calling, this book reveals what went wrong, how to return to God's original design for you, and how to practice medicine with renewed authority, peace, and supernatural impact.Join the movement to restore God's original design and empower the white coat. The revival of medicine begins with you.
Reversing Diabetes
Are you struggling with type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance and looking for a natural way to restore your health?Reversing Diabetes offers a clear, practical roadmap for improving blood sugar control by addressing the real root causes of metabolic dysfunction.Rather than focusing only on numbers or short-term fixes, this book explains how chronic inflammation, diet, nutrient imbalances, and lifestyle habits drive insulin resistance-and what you can do to change them. Written in consumer-friendly language, it helps readers understand how the body responds to food, movement, and daily routines that influence blood glucose levels.Inside, readers will discover how natural nutrition and lifestyle strategies can improve insulin sensitivity and support long-term metabolic health. Drawing on clinical experience and research-supported principles, Dr. Joseph Jacobs, DPT, ACN, outlines practical steps for stabilizing blood sugar, reducing inflammation, and supporting the body's natural ability to heal.Reversing Diabetes is designed for individuals seeking natural diabetes management, better blood sugar control, and a sustainable approach to metabolic health. This book empowers readers with knowledge, clarity, and actionable guidance to take an active role in improving insulin resistance and overall well-being, alongside appropriate medical care.
Beating Back Pain
Are you struggling with back pain that limits your movement and quality of life? Beating Back Pain offers a clear, natural approach to understanding why back pain develops and what can be done to address it at the root.Rather than focusing only on short-term relief, this book explains how musculoskeletal dysfunction, chronic inflammation, soft tissue restriction, posture, and daily movement habits contribute to back pain. Written in straightforward, consumer-friendly language, it helps readers understand why back pain often becomes chronic and why symptom-based solutions may fail.Inside, readers will discover how natural back pain relief strategies can improve mobility, reduce pain, and support long-term spine health. Drawing on clinical experience and research-supported principles, Dr. Joseph Jacobs outlines practical approaches to pain management that emphasize functional movement, tissue health, and lifestyle habits that reduce strain on the back.Beating Back Pain is designed for individuals seeking natural back pain relief, improved mobility, and lasting musculoskeletal resilience. This book empowers readers with clarity and actionable insight so they can take an active role in managing back pain and improving physical function, alongside appropriate professional care.
Advance Organic Chemistry-I
"Advanced Organic Chemistry-I" by Y. V. D. Nageswar and Pooja Chawla is a meticulously crafted resource that covers the entire M.Pharm 1st year Organic Chemistry syllabus. The book is divided into five chapters, providing a comprehensive understanding of basic aspects of organic chemistry, name reactions, protecting groups, synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, and retrosynthesis. With a focus on current research trends, the book includes several reactions as examples, literature references, and guidelines for molecular dissection. The authors have drawn upon various outstanding textbooks of Organic Chemistry, making this book an invaluable resource for students and faculty members seeking to deepen their understanding of advanced organic chemistry concepts.
Managing Mad Mast Cells
What if your body became allergic to life itself? Managing Mad Mast Cells: A Practical Guide to Living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a lifeline for anyone navigating the unpredictable storm of chronic illness. In this deeply compassionate and practical guide, author Joy A. Schweizer transforms years of struggle with MCAS into a roadmap for resilience, clarity, and renewal. Blending science with lived experience, Schweizer demystifies the complexities of mast cell disorders, those invisible, often misunderstood conditions that cause inflammation, hypersensitivity, and exhaustion. She offers tangible, real-world strategies for coping with fatigue, flushing, fainting, anxiety, and brain fog, alongside invaluable insights on nutrition, trigger management, and the healing power of mindset. Through meticulous research and heartfelt storytelling, Managing Mad Mast Cells bridges the gap between medical understanding and daily survival. Readers will discover how to reclaim stability through diet, reduce inflammation, and foster emotional strength amid relentless uncertainty. More than a health book, this is a companion for anyone learning to live gently with a volatile body, and to find hope, peace, and purpose on the other side of struggle. Ideal for readers seeking guidance on MCAS, histamine intolerance, chronic fatigue, and inflammation-related conditions. Don't just survive your diagnosis, learn to thrive beyond it.
Managing Mad Mast Cells
What if your body became allergic to life itself? Managing Mad Mast Cells: A Practical Guide to Living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a lifeline for anyone navigating the unpredictable storm of chronic illness. In this deeply compassionate and practical guide, author Joy A. Schweizer transforms years of struggle with MCAS into a roadmap for resilience, clarity, and renewal. Blending science with lived experience, Schweizer demystifies the complexities of mast cell disorders, those invisible, often misunderstood conditions that cause inflammation, hypersensitivity, and exhaustion. She offers tangible, real-world strategies for coping with fatigue, flushing, fainting, anxiety, and brain fog, alongside invaluable insights on nutrition, trigger management, and the healing power of mindset. Through meticulous research and heartfelt storytelling, Managing Mad Mast Cells bridges the gap between medical understanding and daily survival. Readers will discover how to reclaim stability through diet, reduce inflammation, and foster emotional strength amid relentless uncertainty. More than a health book, this is a companion for anyone learning to live gently with a volatile body, and to find hope, peace, and purpose on the other side of struggle. Ideal for readers seeking guidance on MCAS, histamine intolerance, chronic fatigue, and inflammation-related conditions. Don't just survive your diagnosis, learn to thrive beyond it.
Beating Migraines
Are migraines or chronic headaches disrupting your life and limiting your ability to function day to day? Beating Migraines offers a clear, natural approach to understanding why migraines occur and what can be done to reduce their frequency and intensity.Rather than focusing only on temporary relief, this book explains how inflammation, nervous system stress, muscle tension, nutrient imbalances, and lifestyle triggers contribute to chronic migraines. Written in straightforward, consumer-friendly language, it helps readers make sense of common migraine patterns and why conventional approaches often fall short.Inside, readers will discover how natural migraine treatment strategies can support neurological health and long-term headache relief. Drawing on clinical experience and research-supported principles, Dr. Joseph Jacobs outlines practical ways to address chronic headaches through nutrition, movement, and daily habits that calm the nervous system and reduce inflammatory triggers.Beating Migraines is designed for individuals seeking natural migraine relief, improved nervous system health, and a sustainable path toward migraine prevention. This book empowers readers with clarity and actionable insight to take an active role in managing migraines and supporting overall well-being alongside appropriate medical care.
Antimicrobial Alternatives Against Resilient Oral Biofilms
As dentistry advances, novel compounds and tools are being developed to maintain oral health and/or treat dental/periodontal infections. Dental caries (tooth decay) requires proper management to avoid this disease and, eventually, tooth extraction.Extensive literature documents the pathogenic role of certain microorganisms and their ability to persist in the oral cavity as a complex microbial community, including bacteria, viruses and fungi. Dental plaque is stubbornly resistant to common cleaning procedures with mouthwashes, toothpastes and toothbrushes, as well as to antimicrobial drugs and host immune defenses. Orthodontic treatments such as orthodontic appliances create additional habitats for microbial growth and further disease.There is a wide variety of oral pathogens that are commonly found in the mouth, including fungal and bacterial pathogens, many of which are associated with antimicrobial resistance. Continuous development and study of innovative tools and compounds is required to facilitate microbial removal and maintenance of oral homeostasis.The aim of this book is to examine the effects of innovative antimicrobial compounds against oral biofilms. In line with previous studies, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Candida albicans were chosen as representative members of different groups of pathogens, namely Gram-positive, Gram-negative and fungi, due to their high degree of tolerance to chemical and physical stresses. Ultimately, this book will add to the literature on an important aspect of human health that remains a persistent problem and impacts everyone.
Ward Wisdom 2026
Master your psychiatry clerkship and board exams with this essential, peer-driven question bank. Ward Wisdom 2026 features 140+ board-style questions and answers crafted by medical students from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School during their own clinical rotations in the 2024-2025 academic year.Each clinically inspired vignette is: - Grounded in Real Patient Encounters from the 2024-2025 academic year, with all details de-identified for privacy.- Evidence-Based, with explanations supported by relevant medical literature.- Expert-Reviewed for clinical accuracy by psychiatry residents and faculty.This project reflects the dedication to learning and compassion for patients of every student contributor and would not have been possible without the generous mentorship of our faculty and residents.More than just a high-yield study resource, this book serves as a meaningful memento of the profound stories and lessons learned from our patients. It is designed not only to prepare you for exams but also to inspire the same empathy, curiosity, and clinical rigor that defined our psychiatry clerkship.Ideal for medical students preparing for: Psychiatry Clerkship Exams, USMLE Step 2 CK, and COMLEX Level 2.About the Editors: This project was led by the Rutgers NJMS Class of 2026, with editorial oversight from students and recent graduates, including: - Winni Yang, BA, MSc (NJMS '26)- Parisa Thepmankorn, MD (NJMS '25)- Abigail Isaac, BA (NJMS '26)- Harrison Chiu, MD (NJMS '25)- Zachary Friedrich, MD (NJMS '25)- Ann Marie Asamoa, BA (NJMS '26)- Vincent Zhang, MD (NJMS '25)Under the distinguished mentorship of Petros Levounis, MD, MA, Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the 150th President of the American Psychiatric Association.
Biochemistry
Unlock the secrets of the molecular machines running your body with a guide that reads like a story, not a manual. This book is a journey into the molecular engines of life. You will explore the cell as a "smart city," discovering new organelles like the Hemifusome. You will see carbohydrates not just as fuel, but as the "sugar code" that cells use to talk to one another. The text strips away the stigma of fats, revealing lipids as the sophisticated delivery vehicles for modern genetic medicine. You will learn about proteins and how AI tools like AlphaFold are predicting their shapes in seconds. We treat enzymes as dynamic, shapeshifting nanomachines that can be programmed. You will decode the "epitranscriptome" and see how DNA is more than just a static blueprint. The book traces the logistics of oxygen transport through hemoglobin and the volatile chemistry of heme. You will understand vitamins as potent genomic regulators that turn genes on and off. We explain how minerals act as the electrical wiring of your nervous system. Finally, you will master the complex web of metabolism, understanding how your body switches between burning sugar and fat. It covers the full spectrum of life's chemistry in short, digestible pieces that respect your time. Here is where this book leaves the competition behind. Most textbooks are stuck in the past, teaching you the science of yesterday, but this guide is built for the reality of 2026. While others recite the old "lock and key" models, we explore "induced fit" and the new world of AI-designed enzymes. It bridges the gap between dusty theory and the cutting-edge clinic, explaining why modern drugs work and how gene editing is curing diseases right now. It replaces dense academic jargon with clear, conversational English that makes complex topics like "Liquid-Liquid Phase Separation" easy to grasp. It acknowledges that biology is messy, dynamic, and constantly evolving. This book doesn't just help you memorize facts; it gives you the context to understand the future of medicine. It integrates the latest clinical updates, from new heart-health guidelines to the science of metabolic flexibility, giving you a competitive edge in understanding how the human body truly functions. Copyright Disclaimer: This book is an independently produced educational resource by Azhar ul Haque Sario. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any specific examination board, university, or official curriculum body. Any use of trademarks, brand names, or specific curriculum terms is for descriptive, nominative fair use purposes only, to help readers identify the relevant subject matter.
Lindsey's Modern Medical-Surgical Nursing
Lindsey's Modern Medical-Surgical Nursing Clinical Judgment, Patient Care Concepts, Contemporary Practice & Management This book is a clear, practical guide for nursing students and practicing nurses who want to understand medical-surgical nursing without feeling overwhelmed. It explains complex topics in simple language and focuses on how nurses think, make decisions, and care for real patients in today's healthcare settings. Lindsey's Modern Medical-Surgical Nursing helps you build strong clinical judgment step by step. It connects theory to practice so you can understand not just what to do, but why you are doing it. Each chapter moves from assessment to care planning, intervention, and evaluation, making it easier to apply knowledge in clinical settings. What this book covers 1) Core professional nursing concepts, systems thinking, and patient-centered care 2) Care of adults and older adults with acute, chronic, and life-threatening conditions 3) Emergency care, trauma nursing, and disaster preparedness 4) Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance explained clearly Step-by-step care for disorders of all major body systems, including: a) Respiratory b) Cardiovascular c) Neurologic d) Gastrointestinal e) Endocrine f) Renal and urinary g) Musculoskeletal 5) Immune, hematologic, and integumentary systems 6) Perioperative care, rehabilitation, pain management, and end-of-life care 7) Telehealth, digital health, artificial intelligence, and modern nursing practice 8) Inclusive care topics, including transgender health and culturally competent care Learning features 1) Clear illustrations and images that explain anatomy, procedures, and care concepts 2) Real-world clinical examples that support decision-making 3) NCLEX-style review questions and case studies to test understanding 4) Easy-to-use lab values, diagnostic tests, and drug reference guides Who this book is for 1) Nursing students in PN, ADN, and BSN programs 2) Nurses preparing for NCLEX or other licensing exams 3) Practicing nurses who want a reliable medical-surgical reference 4) Educators looking for a structured, concept-based teaching resource Lindsey's Modern Medical-Surgical Nursing is designed to help you think like a nurse, act with confidence, and provide safe, effective patient care in today's evolving healthcare environment.
The Sacred Geometry Materia Medica
A Materia Medica for professional homeopaths, home practitioners, students and teachers of homeopathy. What if there is another layer to constitutional prescribing that expands beyond conventional personalities and archetypes? What if there is a way to constitutionally prescribe for the soul? Sacred Geometry speaks to the blueprint of our soul. These 19 Sacred Geometry remedies truly are remedies for our time as we evolve into a New Earth and as New Humans. They include the Golden Spiral, Flower of Life, Vector Equilibrium, the Platonic Solids, the Bosnian Pyramid of the Sun, and the Pleiades. Key themes include alignment, our soul's purpose, truth, presence, wisdom, healthy boundaries, connection, love and sovereignty. Journeying from the beginnings of this adventure where the Golden Spiral remedy began close to the Meridian Line in Greenwich Park, London, to the Bosnian Pyramids and the Northern Territories in the Australian outback, these remedies have brought together some of the most remarkable energies from across the world.
Breakthrough
Meet the doctors, scientists and patients patients fighting the world's worst diseases 'A must read.' Siddhartha Mukherjee, bestselling author of The Emperor of All Maladies What does it take to create a new medicine? The trajectory from laboratory to your neighbourhood pharmacy rarely runs smooth. Drug hunting demands radical leaps of imagination, the expertise of many... and a hefty dollop of luck. Unsurprisingly, 'eureka' moments come few and far between - but, when they do, they change lives. Charting the discovery of eight revolutionary drugs, Dr William Pao cuts to the innovative heart of biomedical research and celebrates the tireless work of the scientists, doctors, patients and families fighting for better medical care. For each of these medicines, whether a potentially life-saving new treatment for cancer, or something as commonplace as paracetamol, there stands a cast of characters and a wealth of stories. Documenting these fascinating journeys, Breakthrough grants a privileged, behind-the-scenes look at the medicines that improve - and very often save - our lives. Foreword by Nobel Prize-Winner Harold Varmus *** 'Utterly compelling.' Dame Kate Bingham, author of The Long Shot 'A celebration of medical innovation.' Guardian 'Captivating... An essential read.' Art Levinson, former CEO of Genentech
A Common-Sense View of the Mind Cure
Written at the turn of the twentieth century, this book offers a clear and accessible introduction to the principles of the Mind Cure, a movement emerging alongside New Thought and Christian Science but presented here without religious doctrine or mysticism.It explores how mental attitudes and emotional states may influence physical well-being, while maintaining respect for established medical practice rather than rejecting it. Set within a period of intense interest in psychology, health, and self-improvement, the text reflects broader debates about the relationship between mind and body in Western thought. Its themes focus on personal responsibility, mental discipline, and the practical application of belief in the process of recovery. Concise and plainly written, the work stands as a measured and thoughtful contribution to early mind-body discourse, highlighting the enduring appeal of integrating mental awareness into approaches to health and healing.
A Practical Guide to Exercise Prescription in Equine Rehabilitation
Designed for equine practitioners, this book introduces the core principles of exercise prescription and clinical reasoning required to deliver effective, evidence-informed rehabilitation programs. Drawing on both human and equine research, it bridges the gap between theory and practice to support safe progression, optimal tissue adaptation, and improved performance outcomes.The focus is on helping practitioners confidently design and progress rehabilitation programs that facilitate a return to pre-injury function-or enhance performance-through structured, goal-driven exercise prescription.Across 126 pages, the book covers: - Fundamental principles of rehabilitation and exercise prescription- The stages of equine rehabilitation- Pain, mobility and flexibility, strength, power, endurance, and interval training- The Goldilocks Principle: finding the optimal exercise dose- Setting meaningful and measurable SMART goals- Selecting and applying outcome measures- A critical review of current research on equine rehabilitation tools and practices- Step-by-step guidance on designing effective rehabilitation programsThree detailed case studies illustrate real-world clinical reasoning, including program design, goal setting, and outcome measurement. Case examples address: - Acute tendon injury- Kissing spines- Thoracic asymmetry and postural dysfunctionAn extensive reference list supports further learning and evidence-based practice, making this book a practical resource for equine physiotherapists, veterinarians, and rehabilitation professionals seeking to strengthen their clinical decision-making and exercise prescription skills.
