Medical Diseases

For as long as writer Porochista Khakpour can remember, she has been sick. For most of that time, she didn't know why. All of her trips to the ER and her anguish, pain, and lethargy only ever resulted in one question: How could any one person be this sick? Several drug addictions, three major hospitalizations, and over $100,000 later, she finally had a diagnosis: late-stage Lyme disease. Sick is Khakpour's arduous, emotional journey - as a woman, a writer, and a lifelong sufferer of undiagnosed health problems - through the chronic illness that left her a victim of anxiety....

Ever since the 1918 Spanish influenza pandemic, scientists have dreamed of preventing catastrophic outbreaks of infectious disease. Yet despite a century of medical progress, viral and bacterial disasters continue to take us by surprise, inciting panic and dominating news cycles. From the Spanish flu to the 1924 outbreak of pneumonic plague in Los Angeles to the 1930 "parrot fever" pandemic, through the more recent SARS, Ebola, and Zika epidemics, the last one hundred years have been marked by a succession of unanticipated pandemic alarms.

Fourteenth-century physician Alejandro Guzman, caught performing an autopsy in Spain, flees across Europe at the time of the Black Death to escape execution for his heretical deed. When he arrives in the Papal city of Avignon, he is conscripted against his will to serve as a Plague Doctor in the court of England's Edward III. Unfolding in a dramatic counterpoint is the story of American medical archaeologist Janie Crowe, in England at the turn of the 21st century to recover from the tragic loss of her family.

On Call: Emergency Room Stories, Volume 4 takes readers further into the intense and unpredictable world of the ER, where every moment counts. This volume showcases a new series of medical emergencies, from the urgent effort to revive a drowning victim to the complex treatment of a severe case of food poisoning. Each story is narrated from the perspective of the emergency room doctors and staff, providing an inside look at the high-stakes decisions, rapid problem-solving, and unwavering commitment required in this demanding field. With detailed medical diagnoses, thorough treatment plans, ...

Restaurateur, magazine publisher, celebrity chef, and nationally known lifestyle maven, B. Smith is struggling at 66 with a tag she never expected to add to that string: Alzheimer's patient. She's not alone. Every 67 seconds someone newly develops it, and millions of lives are affected by its aftershocks.

A SCIENTIST WORKING IN HIS BASEMENT CREATES A DEADLY PLAGUE! FIVE-STAR Amazon Review: "Clever writing style combined with knowledge of multiple disciplines. I have every intention of reading all of this authors books. Pure entertainment." Governments are mystified as horrific illnesses devastate an American fishing village and a Canadian monastery. Attempts to prevent panic are unraveling. Where will a new disease strike next? “IF YOU LIKE HARD-BOILED ACTION, MEMORABLE VILLAINS AND TWISTY PLOTS, THE JAKE SCARNE THRILLERS NEVER DISAPPOINT!” (John Crudele, New York Post); “MORE BANG FOR...

Robert McCrum was 42 when he suffered a massive stroke which left one side of his body paralysed, his speech drastically impaired and his sense of himself radically altered. My Year Off traces McCrum's gruelling recovery as he regains sensation and begins to come to terms, with the help of his family, with what can and cannot be recovered after a grave injury. It is a moving remonstrance against human frailty and a vital and insightful exploration of hope, despair, determination and, ultimately, love.

The fate of your world is in my hands. Boy, are you screwed. There’s a deadly disease spreading through your world that came from mine. I have the power to heal, and that’s what brought me into your realm. It was supposed to be a quick task. Pop inside the hospital, heal my sister's friend, and pop out. I never expected my dragon to intervene and grant a wish to a sick young woman who can't walk...helping her sneak away from medical care. Only she can't care for herself. Izzy sees the man beneath my exterior. To her, I'm not the illegitimate son of an evil witch queen and a memory ...

"This book captures the moments of laughter, the difficult decisions, and the profound connections that nurses forge with their patients." Vital Signs offers an intimate and authentic glimpse into the life of a new nurse during her first year of practice. These compelling stories are not fictional; they are the real experiences of a dedicated nurse as she navigates the challenges and rewards of her profession. With each chapter, readers step into the shoes of a young nurse as she encounters the diverse array of situations that define a nurse's journey. Through a blend of poignant drama and ...

America launches a special operation ...deep within India. The young daughter of CIA case officer Mick Pierce and diplomat Natalie lies in a coma from a terrible manmade disease. Wading into a dangerous world of biological terrorism, religious extremism, political opportunism, and international intrigue, they fight in countries around the Indian Ocean and lead a special operation deep within India to stop the ticking biological time bomb...only for Mick to catch the disease himself. “A timely plot in an age when the tiniest weapons may be the most deadly.” - Reader Review Other ...

Thyroid management in the United States has not significantly changed over the past 40 years despite reams of new research that is mostly ignored or even vilified by the medical establishment. There has become a substantial difference between what is considered the standard of care of thyroid management and what the latest research and evidence shows is most beneficial. As a result, thyroid patients are feeling worse and getting less benefit than ever before despite using the standard thyroid treatment protocols.

In Just Show Up, Kara and her close friend, Jill Lynn Buteyn, write about what friendship looks like in the midst of changing life seasons, loads of laundry, and even cancer. Whether you are eager to be present to someone going through a difficult time or simply want inspiration for pursuing friends in a new way, this eloquent and practical audiobook explores the gift of silence, the art of receiving, and what it means to just show up.

With their being over 30-million thyroid sufferers in the USA alone, I wanted to cover that subject quite a bit in this book. I especially wanted to add-to subjects that may not have had some of the important details related to them in other books I've published. I also cover some interesting aspects regarding DNA (ethnicity) testing that people can now do with home-testing kits. Lastly, I relate some bad experiences I have had with doctors but please don't get the impression that there are not many good ones too (There are!). Doctor burn-out is a serious problem that even the National ...

Over the last decade, scientists have discovered the importance and widespread presence in the body of a remarkable family of proteins known as prion proteins. Research links various types of prion proteins to neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's—and this has fueled the search for new drugs that could halt the progression of these terrible disorders. Other discoveries have revealed the essential roles prion proteins play in memory and immunity, and the part they may have played in the beginnings of life on our planet.

In this transporting book, David Oliver Relin shines a light on the work of Geoffrey Tabin and Sanduk Ruit, gifted ophthalmologists who have dedicated their lives to restoring sight to some of the world’s most isolated, impoverished people through the Himalayan Cataract Project, an organization they founded in 1995. Tabin was the high-achieving bad boy of Harvard Medical School, an accomplished mountain climber and adrenaline junkie as brilliant as he was unconventional.

Crash: Stories From the Emergency Room is a gripping anthology series that takes readers inside the hectic world of emergency room medicine through the eyes of different doctors, nurses, hospital staff, and paramedics. Each book contains a collection of stories told from their unique perspectives as they cope with the controlled chaos and high stakes of trying to save lives. The stories range from high-adrenaline rescues following accidents and disasters to quieter but equally emotional moments dealing with terminal illness and end-of-life care. While some recount dramatic cases that pushed...

Unlocked begins with a vivid depiction of the author's life with her autistic son, Ben. Feelings of isolation and self-hate and even moments of hatred toward her own child in response to his behaviors, as well as the impact on her marriage and younger daughter, impel her to seek solutions for his condition. Through years of trial and error, Susan eventually discovers methods that bring about radical improvement in Ben.

We have lost the war on cancer. We spend $150 billion each year treating it, yet - a few innovations notwithstanding - a patient with cancer is as likely to die of it as one was 50 years ago. Most new drugs add mere months to one's life at agonizing physical and financial cost. In The First Cell, Azra Raza offers a searing account of how both medicine and our society (mis)treats cancer, how we can do better, and why we must.

Code Blue: Tales from the Emergency Room plunges readers into the frenetic, high-stakes world of emergency medicine, providing an intimate look at the life-altering moments that unfold within hospital walls. Curated from the firsthand accounts of healthcare professionals, each story offers a raw, poignant snapshot of the challenges, decisions, and emotional journeys encountered in the ER. From the heart-wrenching to the heartwarming, these narratives shed light on the human spirit's resilience in the face of crisis, and the compassion and heroism of those dedicated to saving lives. More ...

Description Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the future of healthcare? "The Future of Medicine" is a comprehensive guide exploring the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the medical field. This pioneering eBook is your roadmap to understanding how technology is transforming the landscape of medicine, opening the possibility for advancements and improvements. Step into the first chapter and be ushered into a new era in healthcare, with a special focus on the emergence and influence of AI. Discover a brief but insightful history of AI, its terminologies, and the ...