Health Care

For centuries, doctors have struggled to define mental illness - how do you diagnose it, how do you treat it, how do you even know what it is? In search of an answer, in the 1970s a Stanford psychologist named David Rosenhan and seven other people - sane, normal, well-adjusted members of society - went undercover into asylums around America to test the legitimacy of psychiatry's labels. Rosenhan's watershed study broke open the field of psychiatry, closing down institutions and changing mental health diagnosis forever.

Are you a devoted Maine Coon Cat owner or considering adopting one of these magnificent creatures? Look no further than "The Complete Guide to Maine Coon Cat Care" eBook, your ultimate go-to resource for everything you need to know about caring for your beloved feline friend. In this comprehensive guide, you'll be introduced to the world of Maine Coon Cats, a fascinating and lovable breed known for their large size, gentle personalities, and loyalty. You'll learn how to prepare your home for your new companion, from finding the perfect food and water bowls to choosing the right type of ...

COLLAGEN: THE FOUNDATION OF BEAUTY & YOUTHFUL HEALTH Unlock the secrets of collagen with this comprehensive guide, your key to beauty, health, and wellness. Dive into the world of collagen, the essential protein that serves as the cornerstone of skin health, joint resilience, bone strength, and much more. Whether you're aiming to rejuvenate your skin, fortify your joints, or delve into the latest health advancements, this book stands as your quintessential resource. ✅ Deep Dive into Science and Nutrition: Gain a thorough understanding of collagen's structure, function, and crucial role in...

With poignant insight and humor, Frank Vertosick, Jr., MD, describes some of the greatest challenges of his career, including a six-week-old infant with a tumor in her brain, a young man struck down in his prime by paraplegia, and a minister with a .22-caliber bullet lodged in his skull. Told through intimate portraits of Vertosick's patients and unsparing-yet-fascinatingly detailed descriptions of surgical procedures, When the Air Hits Your Brain illuminates both the mysteries of the mind and the realities of the operating room.

Still Not Safe is the story of the rise of the patient - safety movement - and how an "epidemic" of medical errors was derived from a reality that didn't support such a characterization. Physician Robert Wears and organizational theorist Kathleen Sutcliffe trace the origins of patient safety to the emergence of market trends that challenged the place of doctors in the larger medical ecosystem.

In Unavoidably Unsafe, Dr. Edward Geehr and Dr. Jeffrey Barke confront the prevailing beliefs surrounding childhood vaccines with unflinching scrutiny and bold insight. As seasoned physicians, they acknowledge the revered status vaccines hold in modern medicine while bravely questioning their safety and efficacy.

For those who could read between the lines, the censored news out of China was terrifying. But the president insisted there was nothing to worry about. Fortunately, we are still a nation of skeptics. Fortunately, there are those among us who study pandemics and are willing to look unflinchingly at worst-case scenarios. Michael Lewis’ taut and brilliant nonfiction thriller pits a band of medical visionaries against the wall of ignorance that was the official response of the Trump administration to the outbreak of COVID-19.

The Coming Healthcare Revolution identifies and describes five top-down macro forces and five bottom-up market forces that have sufficient strength to transform the US healthcare industry from the outside-in. The powerful macro forces are demographic determinants, funding fatigue, chronic pandemics, technological imperatives, and pro-consumer/market reforms.

The HTTP 417 (Expectation Failed) is one of the status codes on the internet and it indicates that the expectation given in the request’s Expect header field (Section 5.1.1) could not be met. In the case of a start-up, the company expects someone to pay them. This payment can be in form of outright purchase or monthly or annual subscription or both. The Customer also has an expectation. The expectation would be of a product or a service that is available, accessible, and affordable, and at or above a certain quality. When one or both of these expectations cannot be met, the start-up fails...

Sometimes in medicine the only way to know what is truly going on in a patient is to operate, to look inside with one's own eyes. This audio is exploratory surgery on medicine itself, laying bare a science not in its idealized form, but as it actually is - complicated, perplexing, and profoundly human. Atul Gawande offers an unflinching view from the scalpel's edge, where science is ambiguous, information is limited, the stakes are high. In dramatic and revealing stories of patients and doctors, he explores how deadly mistakes occur and why good surgeons go bad.

Are you a teen in need for some self care? Do you want to be healthy and fit but don’t know how to do it? Do you feel stress from everyday ordeals and find yourself settling for a bad routine? Then look no further than this teens MUST HAVE guide!.With this book comes the knowledge you need to get yourself back on track and deal with the pressures you’re facing. Not only will you learn how to look after your mind,body and spirit but you will also understand the importance of prioritizing you and adapting good habits! You will learn everything there is to learn about self-care and the ...

Are you ready to start your own backyard flock and enjoy fresh eggs daily? Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your chicken-keeping skills, this step-by-step guide will walk you through everything you need to know about raising happy, healthy chickens with confidence. In Beginner’s Guide to Raising Chickens, you’ll learn how to choose the right breeds, build a predator-proof coop, provide proper nutrition, and manage egg production year-round. Packed with practical advice, troubleshooting tips, and expert-backed insights, this book makes chicken keeping easy, enjoyable, and...

In The Butchering Art, the historian Lindsey Fitzharris reveals the shocking world of 19th-century surgery on the eve of profound transformation. She conjures up early operating theaters - no place for the squeamish - and surgeons, working before anesthesia, who were lauded for their speed and brute strength. They were baffled by the persistent infections that kept mortality rates stubbornly high. A young, melancholy Quaker surgeon named Joseph Lister would solve the deadly riddle and change the course of history.

Discover the ultimate guide to giving your furry friend the best care possible with The Complete Guide to French Bulldog Care. This comprehensive guide covers everything from breed characteristics and finding the right breeder to nutrition, grooming, and even coping with the loss of your beloved companion. With years of experience in taking care of French Bulldogs, this guide is the ultimate tool for any current or future owner. Chapters cover all aspects of French Bulldog care, starting with crucial information on breed behavior and how to find a reputable breeder. From there, the guide ...

Your autonomic nervous system is responsible for the constant but mostly subconscious communication between your brain and body. When you experience stress, anxiety, or trauma, your nervous system formulates responses to keep you alive. But you can also become trapped in survival mode if you’re consistently exposed to unsafe environments, toxic relationships, or destructive thought patterns. Mind-body practitioners Jen Mann and Karden Rabin now provide the first in-depth look at nervous system regulation, somatic therapy, Polyvagal theory, the vagus nerve, and the mind-body connection.

In The Nurses, New York Times best-selling author and award-winning journalist Alexandra Robbins peers behind the staff-only door to write a lively, fast-paced story and a riveting work of investigative journalism. Robbins followed real-life nurses in four hospitals and interviewed hundreds of others in a captivating audiobook filled with joy and violence, miracles and heartbreak, dark humor and narrow victories, gripping drama and unsung heroism.

The Home Health Aide Exam Prep, second edition, is a bank of more than 400 review questions to prepare for the state certification exam for home health aides. Questions were chosen from all the federal required topics to be taught to home health aides, hence this is a suitable review for every HHA state exam in the United States.

In his exceptionally thought-provoking and moving memoir, neurosurgeon Joseph D. Stern explores how personal loss influences the way physicians relate to patients and their families.

"Decode Illness Dynamics" is a comprehensive guide designed to unravel the intricate mechanisms underlying human diseases. This book navigates the complex interplay of physiological, psychological, and environmental factors that contribute to illness, offering readers an in-depth understanding of disease processes. It bridges the gap between laypersons and professionals, making complex medical concepts accessible and engaging. Starting with the foundational importance of balancing physical health and mental well-being, the book emphasizes the significance of a harmonious body and spirit. It...

Ever tried memorizing complex fetal positions at 2 AM, only to have them disappear by morning? What if mastering maternal/newborn nursing could actually be... enjoyable? Why struggle with dry textbooks when complex concepts can flow through memorable verses? This revolutionary nursing resource transforms 110 essential maternal/newborn topics into engaging poems that stick in your mind when it matters most. From conception to newborn care, these rhythmic verses turn challenging concepts into knowledge that stays with you during exams and clinical rotations.