Medicine & Health Care Industry

The Real Anthony Fauci details how Fauci, Gates, and their cohorts use their control of media outlets, scientific journals, key government agencies, global intelligence agencies, and influential scientists and physicians to flood the public with fearful propaganda about COVID-19....

By the acclaimed author of In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts comes a groundbreaking investigation into the causes of illness, a bracing critique of how our society breeds disease, and a pathway to health and healing....

This updated and expanded edition of Dr. Berry’s best seller Lies My Doctor Told Me exposes the truth behind all kinds of “lies” told by well-meaning but misinformed medical practitioners....

Her name was Henrietta Lacks, but scientists know her as HeLa. She was a poor Southern tobacco farmer who worked the same land as her slave ancestors, yet her cells - taken without her knowledge - became one of the most important tools in medicine....

Being Mortal asserts that medicine can comfort and enhance our experience even to the end, providing not only a good life but also a good end....

In Blind Spots, Dr. Makary explores the latest research on critical topics ranging from the microbiome to childbirth to nutrition and longevity and more, revealing the biggest blind spots of modern medicine and tackling the most urgent yet unsung issues in our $4.5 trillion health care ecosystem.

Passionate advocate for end-of-life care and TikTok star Hadley Vlahos shares moving stories of joy, wisdom, and redemption from her patients’ final moments in this deeply personal memoir....

The New York Times best-selling author of Fat Chance explains the eight pathologies that underlie all chronic disease, documents how processed food has impacted them to ruin our health, economy, and environment over the past 50 years, and proposes an urgent manifesto....

John Green, the #1 bestselling author of The Anthropocene Reviewed and a passionate advocate for global healthcare reform, tells a deeply human story illuminating the fight against the world’s deadliest infectious disease.

Medical Apartheid is the first and only comprehensive history of medical experimentation on African Americans....

The New York Times best-selling author of Better and Complications reveals the surprising power of the ordinary checklist ....

As a war raged across the world, young American women flocked to work, painting watches, clocks, and military dials with a special luminous substance made from radium....

James A. Garfield may have been the most extraordinary man ever elected president....

The first comprehensive user guide to GLP-1s (such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound) with an overview of how they work and possible side effects. Also including companion recipes, exercise guidance, and new habits to maintain lifelong health and keep weight off for good.

For 40 years, "The 36-Hour Day" has been the leading work in the field for caregivers of those with dementia. Written by experts with decades...

The Emperor of All Maladies reveals the many faces of an iconic, shape-shifting disease that is the defining plague of our generation....

When three-month-old Lia Lee arrived at the county hospital emergency room in Merced, California, a chain of events was set in motion....

The extraordinary story of an unjustly forgotten group of Black men in Pittsburgh who became the first paramedics in America, saving lives and changing the course of emergency medicine around the world....

An oddly compelling, often hilarious exploration of the strange lives of our bodies postmortem....

This DSM-5-TR reference audio study guide by the Davidson's, is an indispensable resource for mental health professionals who are integrating the study of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision into their busy schedules.

Hospice nurse Penny Hawkins Smith brings transparency and levity to the grim topic of death while revealing truths about the reckless past that influenced her decision to become a hospice nurse.

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....

With his fifth edition, Chief John Norman offers lessons learned during his extensive and time-honored career. Chief Norman imparts wisdom and experience by offering advice informed by actual outcomes from the fireground....

After Hurricane Katrina struck and power failed, amid rising floodwaters and heat, exhausted staff at Memorial Medical Center designated certain patients last for rescue. Months later, a doctor and two nurses were arrested and accused of injecting some of those patients with life-ending drugs....

A pediatrician and infectious disease specialist warns of the resurgence of measles, the antivaccine movement, and how we can prepare for the next pandemic.

Measles, once seemingly defeated, is resurgent around the globe. Why, at a time when biomedical science is so advanced, do parents turn away from vaccination, endangering their own children and the health of the wider population? Using a combination of patient narrative, historical analysis, and scientific research, Dr. Adam Ratner, pediatrician and infectious disease specialist, argues that the reawakening of measles and the subsequent coronavirus pandemic are bellwethers of forgotten knowledge—indicators of decaying trust in science and an underfunded public health infrastructure.

A decade after World War II, there was still no such thing as open-heart surgery, and yet half a million Americans were dying from heart disease every year. After the first daring operation in 1954 and through the next three decades, five heroic surgeons braved the scorn of their peers, withstood fierce desperation, and faced possible death in order to devise procedures that would save overwhelming numbers of those doomed children and provide hope for a new life to all manner of heart-failing individuals.

A new generation of Americans has declared that another world is possible. And yet, the stubborn problems of inequality, climate change, and declining health seem as intractable as ever. Where might different answers lie? Intrepid journalist Natasha Hakimi Zapata has traveled around the world, from Costa Rica to Uganda, and Estonia to Singapore, uncovering how different countries solve the problems that plague the United States.

This Next Generation NCLEX-RN Audio Study Guide by Davidson's is your essential companion as you prepare for the Next Generation NCLEX-RN (NGN), a revolutionary approach in nursing licensure examination. This audiobook integrates seamlessly into your daily routine, allowing you to study while commuting, exercising, or performing chores, turning every moment into a valuable learning opportunity.

With over 17,000 known diseases affecting humans, and countless poisons, carcinogens and toxins in our environment, it's a miracle that our bodies manage to keep us alive. And that is, of course, if they don't betray us themselves, whether through cancers or autoimmune conditions. Biomedical researcher Professor John Tregoning tells the unlikely story of how, against all odds, we manage to stay alive. Taking an organ-by-organ tour of the human body, Tregoning embarks on his own experimental quest, testing 'life-extending' diets and exercise regimes to separate fact from fad.

Becoming a Certified Associate in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CAHIMS) validates your foundational knowledge in healthcare IT, data security, compliance, and system interoperability. Conquer the HIMSS CAHIMS Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Certified Associate in Healthcare Information and Management Systems provides a clear and structured summary of essential topics, making it a valuable supplement to more detailed study materials. This guide covers health information systems, electronic health records (EHR), healthcare cybersecurity, regulatory compliance (HIPAA, ...

If you have a loved one—a spouse, adult child, or other family member—who has a mental illness such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or depression and is experiencing symptoms like psychosis, you need help. Delusions and hearing voices can be frightening. Mania can be unpredictable. Isolation and withdrawal can make things worse. Authors Katherine Ponte and Izzy Goncalves have been there. They are there. During Katherine's ongoing eighteen-year recovery from severe bipolar disorder and depression, her husband Izzy has been her primary caregiver.

The AHIMA CCS-P exam is a highly regarded certification for physician-based medical coders, validating expertise in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding. This study guide provides a concise yet detailed overview of the key concepts required to pass the exam, including evaluation and management (E/M) coding, surgical coding, revenue cycle management, modifier use, and compliance regulations. Candidates will gain a deep understanding of medical necessity, payer-specific reimbursement policies, and national coding guidelines, ensuring accuracy in claim submission and compliance with ...

The AHIMA Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam is an entry-level credential for individuals looking to start a career in medical coding. Conquer the AHIMA CCA Exam: Your Concise Guide to Entry-Level Medical Coding Certification and Becoming a Certified Coding Associate serves as a focused study resource that highlights key coding principles, healthcare compliance, and reimbursement methodologies. This guide provides clear, concise explanations of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding, as well as topics such as health information management, medical terminology, and modifier usage. This...

Passing the AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) exam requires mastery of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding systems, along with compliance regulations, DRG assignment, and medical necessity requirements. This guide provides a concise yet thorough overview to help candidates prepare effectively for the exam. Readers will explore key medical coding concepts, inpatient and outpatient coding principles, reimbursement methodologies, and compliance best practices. Topics include detailed coding case studies, DRG classifications, E/M coding, surgical coding, modifier usage, ...

Passing the NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Exam is a crucial step toward advancing a career in respiratory therapy. Conquer the NBRC RRT Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is a structured study guide designed to help candidates efficiently prepare for both the Therapist Multiple-Choice (TMC) Exam and Clinical Simulation Exam (CSE). This guide provides a comprehensive yet concise review of the essential topics tested, including mechanical ventilation, pulmonary function testing, ...

Life and death go hand in hand, two sides of the same coin. Most people in America die in a hospital, but many families choose hospice for end of life care. Death, as experienced by hospice nurses, can be beautiful, peaceful, humorous, touching, tragic, disturbing, and even otherworldly. Hospice nurses midwife the dying into the next world every day. Death transforms not just the patient and family, but the hospice nurse as well. The stories in this book are presented with the hope that their transformation extends to you, too. Heidi Barr, R.N.

Becoming a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) requires passing a rigorous certification exam that assesses clinical, administrative, and ethical knowledge. Conquer the AMT RMA Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) is designed to help you prepare efficiently and confidently. This study guide provides a structured review of essential topics, including patient care, medical law and ethics, clinical procedures, pharmacology, medical office management, and infection control. It offers clear explanations and real...

Passing the TEAS is a crucial step for students applying to nursing programs. Conquer the TEAS: Your Concise Guide to the Test of Essential Academic Skills for Nursing Programs provides a streamlined, easy-to-follow study guide to help you master key concepts and improve your test performance. This guide covers all four TEAS subject areas: reading, math, science, and English. It breaks down essential topics like reading comprehension strategies, algebra and measurement conversions, human anatomy and physiology, and grammar rules. Each chapter is designed to clarify complex ideas in a ...

Passing the HESI A2 exam is a critical step toward gaining admission to nursing school, and proper preparation is essential. Conquer the HESI A2: Your Concise Guide to the Nursing School Admission Assessment is designed to complement comprehensive study materials by providing a focused, structured review of the exam’s essential topics. This guide covers reading comprehension, math, science, and English language usage, ensuring you grasp the key concepts tested on the HESI A2. It breaks down complex topics into clear explanations, reinforcing important nursing-related knowledge without ...

Passing the NCLEX-PN is the final step to becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (VPN), and preparation is key. Conquer the NCLEX-PN Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is designed to complement more comprehensive study materials by providing a clear, focused review of essential concepts tested on the exam. This guide covers key NCLEX-PN content areas, including nursing fundamentals, medical-surgical care, maternal and pediatric nursing, psychiatric nursing, pharmacology, and infection ...

In the debut volume of Paging Doctor..., Dr. David Berg invites readers into the pulse-pounding, emotionally charged world of emergency medicine. Through a curated collection of personal accounts from doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, Volume 1 offers a front-row seat to the drama, heartbreak, and triumphs of life in the ICU and ER. From harrowing trauma cases and miraculous recoveries to the quieter, poignant moments of human connection, this volume captures the full spectrum of experiences faced by those on the frontlines of healthcare. Each story reveals the complex blend ...

Aprobar el NCLEX-PN es el paso final para obtener la licencia como Enfermero Práctico Titulado (LPN) o Enfermero Vocacional Titulado (LVN), y una preparación adecuada marca la diferencia. Domina el Examen NCLEX-PN: Guía Concisa para la Certificación como Enfermero Práctico Titulado (LPN) o Enfermero Vocacional Titulado (LVN) está diseñada para complementar materiales de estudio más extensos, ofreciendo una revisión clara, enfocada y estructurada de los conceptos esenciales evaluados en el examen. Esta guía cubre las principales áreas del NCLEX-PN, incluyendo fundamentos de ...

Passing the NCLEX-RN is a crucial milestone for aspiring Registered Nurses, and thorough preparation is essential. Conquer the NCLEX-RN Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) is designed to complement more comprehensive study materials by providing a focused, structured review of essential concepts tested on the exam. This guide covers key NCLEX-RN content areas, including nursing fundamentals, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, maternal and pediatric care, psychiatric nursing, and critical care. It emphasizes prioritization, delegation, and patient ...

A Remarkable Gift Under $20 for Seniors or Anyone Cherishing Nostalgic Golden Years Take a stroll down memory lane with heartfelt stories crafted especially for seniors. From the vibrant 1940s to the transformative 2000s, Uplifting Short Stories for Seniors brings the essence of each decade to life through light, inspiring, and nostalgic tales. With 100 thoughtfully selected stories, we’ve also included an EXTRA bonus of 20 additional stories, making this collection even more delightful. That’s 120 stories in total, providing endless moments of joy and reflection for you or your loved ...

Breaking the Medicine Monopolies is a personal narrative about Alfred Engelberg's fifty years of legal work in the drug industry. He takes you inside the mysterious world of patents to provide a basic understanding of how drug makers have gamed the laws governing brand and generic competition, misused patents to prolong monopolies, and delayed generic competition on old drugs instead of focusing on discovering new ones.

Have you witnessed someone’s last days and felt completely inept at supporting them as they prepared for the inevitable? Would you like to help dying people, and their loved ones, deal with the numerous internal and external challenges surrounding death? Becoming a trained death doula allows you to provide hands-on support to someone who is dying.

Your whole life you’ve been programmed to believe that your body is like a car and your doctor is like a mechanic. This limiting belief has led to TRILLIONS of dollars generated by an industry with no competition. Those that have been strategically tricked to trust this monopoly have been over-tested, over-diagnosed and over-treated. This vicious cycle has left millions of people in darkness. In this book, Dr. Kevin Reese exposes the secret schemes of this Medical Monopoly. Pray for him.

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the RBT exam's requirements, the benefits of becoming an RBT, and the exam format and structure. You'll also learn about the foundations of behavior analysis, including basic principles, assessment and measurement, functional assessment and analysis, and ethics. In addition to providing a theoretical overview of the key topics, this guide also includes 450 practice questions to help you prepare for the exam.

Scientists and genetic engineers are becoming increasingly adept at editing the human genome. How far can—and should—they go in editing future generations? In The Promise and Peril of CRISPR, editor Neal Baer brings together a timely collection of essays by influential bioethicists, philosophers, and geneticists to explore the moral, ethical, and policy challenges posed by CRISPR technology.