Meet the doctors, scientists, patients and campaigners tackling the
world’s worst diseases
We often hear about the dark side of the pharmaceutical industry – from
extortionate pricing to the opioid epidemic. But there’s another story to be
told.
Through the story of eight revolutionary treatments, Dr William Pao cuts to
the innovative heart of medical science and celebrates the tireless work of
those fighting for better care. Behind 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.
The trajectory from the laboratory to the local chemist is rarely a straight line.
Eureka moments are few are far between. Drug hunting demands leaps of
imagination and lateral thinking, the accumulation of the knowledge and
expertise of many, and – nearly always – a hefty dollop of luck.
Breakthrough documents these journeys and grants a privileged look at the
stories behind the medicines that improve – and very often save – our lives.
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Discover the fascinating history of medicine from its primitive beginnings to
the lifesaving technologies of today.
Award-winning author Dr Carol Cooper takes you on a journey through the 12
objects that have come to define medicine through the ages – from the barbaric and
bizarre to the inventive and impressive, this captivating read is peppered with
fascinating anecdotes.
In this unique history, you will discover how ill health has been with us for as long as
humans have existed, as has the drive to treat and understand it. Over the course of
centuries, the ways in which doctors have engaged with sickness has changed
drastically, and so too have the tools at their disposal.
And as these tools have morphed and evolved, our knowledge of health and
disease has expanded. Medical theories have slowly advanced, allowing people to
live longer and healthier lives.
The 12 groundbreaking tools explored in this collection include:
THE TREPHINE
THE BONE SAW
THE MASK
THE MICROSCOPE
THE STETHOSCOPE
THE ETHER INHALER
THE HYPODERMIC SYRINGE
THE OBSTETRIC FORCEPS
THE X -RAY MACHINE
THE ECT MACHINE
THE HIP PROSTHESIS
THE HEART-LUNG MACHINE
The history of these medical tools is truly astounding, revealing the true extent of
human ingenuity, curiosity, and compassion. This is a book for anyone interested in
medical history or looking for a fresh and dynamic take on their specialist subject. With
her immense knowledge and engaging writing style, Dr Cooper delivers a history
that is not for the faint of heart…
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In The Song of Our Scars, physician Haider Warraich offers a bold re-examination of the nature of pain not as a simple physical sensation, but as a social and cultural experience. Warraich, who himself has lived with chronic pain, considers the ways in which our notions of pain have been shaped, not just by science but by politics and power, race and gender, by whose suffering has mattered and whose hasn’t. He weaves a provocative history that carries us from medieval prohibitions on pain relief during childbirth to racist theories of pain tolerance to the opiate epidemics of both the nineteenth and the twenty-first centuries. He reveals that pain often carried a spiritual dimension, erased by modern biomedicine. Today, he writes, patients with chronic pain not only suffer with no end in sight, but are stigmatized and delegitimized by the health system. The conclusion is clear: Only by reckoning with pain’s complicated history alongside its intricate biology can we truly begin to alleviate suffering.
The Song of Our Scars is an indictment of a broken system and a plea for a more holistic understanding of the human body.
Do you have any pain that has lasted over twelve weeks? Or that has persisted long after the healing period of an injury is over? Then you could be experiencing chronic pain.
Studies reveal that three out of ten people worldwide experience chronic pain. It is a condition that brings with it myriad problems at the physical, emotional, personal, familial, societal and occupational levels–making it a biopsychosocial phenomenon.
In this book, experienced clinicians Dr Vandana V. Prakash and Dr Mary Abraham uncover the mind-body connection of chronic pain and show us how its mental and social processes cannot be separated from the physical. Backed by their years of practice and using case studies, they explain the various relief strategies available for chronic pain–from pharmacological support and interventional procedures to dry needling, from physical and psychological therapies to complementary and alternative therapies.
Simple and informative, Managing Chronic Pain will help you understand and manage your symptoms better and regain control over your life.
Thorough explanation of more than fifty crucial optometry experiments intended for hands-on learning including step-by-step instructions with thorough diagrams and clinical photos.
Comprehensive descriptions of optical concepts and their medical uses.
Particular attention to maintenance calibration and equipment handling procedures.
Each experiment's clinical pearls and troubleshooting advice.
Normative data and quick reference charts for interpreting results.
Documentation methods and quality control guidelines.
For every chapter there are practice tasks and self-evaluation questions.
Access to digital resources featuring crucial procedure videos.
Written in an easy-to-read style for students and working optometrists.
Discusses the most recent developments in optometric instrument technology.
During procedures special attention is paid to patient engagement and communication.
Includes clinical examples and real-world case scenarios.
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Immunohistochemistry (IHC) is an indispensable ancillary technique for tissue diagnosis which enhance support to correlate and to confirm histopathology report in great variety of situations. No histopathologist will fully affirm a case of soft tissue tumours origin unless supported by immunohistochemical markers study. There are automated solutions available for high case load hospitals but it is costly and not sustainable for all laboratory set ups due to lack of affordability and lower number of histopathology sample load.
So economically viable and sustainable solution for small laboratory or educational institutions for academic/training purpose is a manual method of immunohistochemistry. Exclusive and detailed training and meticulous technical skill of laboratory procedure can ensure good immunohistochemistry (IHC) result which can be undertaken by technical staffs and PGTs for thesis purpose.
This publication briefly covers scope of IHC applications in different diagnostic and prognostic situations. It also highlights how to trouble-shoot in failure of staining inconsistent situations. It also throws light to ensure quality control in pre testing to during the testing procedure. To improve better understanding one chapter is dedicated to interpretation of staining in different cellular components with photographs and application of common antibody panels. This handbook consists of practical aspects of IHC in a step-by-step manner so that laboratory professionals have ready to refer material available with them.
This is a guide book for trainee laboratory technology students (DMLT, B.Sc, M.Sc) Post Graduate students of Pathology as well as Practicing Laboratory Professionals of low resource laboratory.
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Volume 1
Anaesthesia is more than just a subject—it's a blend of science skill and empathy. In these pages we've woven together the essential elements of cognitive understanding practical knowledge and emotional intelligence to provide a holistic learning experience through "Essential Guide of Anaesthesia - For Anaesthesia Technicians and Residents. Explore the foundational pillars of anaesthesia technology in this comprehensive guide designed for technicians and residents. Delve into essential topics including pharmacology perioperative care anatomy and physiology instrumentation and the rich history of anaesthesia. Each chapter is meticulously crafted to provide clear explanations practical insights and visual aids ensuring a thorough understanding of critical concepts. Whether you're preparing for exams or advancing your career this book serves as your definitive resource in mastering the fundamentals and complexities of anaesthesia practice.
Volume 2
The book Essential Guide of Anaesthesia-For Anaesthesia Technicians and Residents (Volume-2) is divided into chapters that systematically address topics such as Anaesthetic Pharmacology Perioperative monitoring and management Postoperative Care Anesthesia Instruments and Special attention has been paid to key concepts like patient safety anesthesia pharmacology and the practical aspects oaf anaesthesia concepts to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical application.
The most special thing about this book which makes it different from others is that a full coloured atlas has been included in it which is providing vivid illustrations that enhance understanding and retention.. In writing this book we have drawn on our collective experiences in the field hoping to pass on practical insights that will aid in the decision-making process of anaesthesia practice.
We hope this guide will not only enhance your understanding but also inspire you to pursue deeper knowledge and mastery in the fascinating world of anaesthesia.
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The book Essential Guide of Anaesthesia-For Anaesthesia Technicians and Residents (Volume-2) is divided into chapters that systematically address topics such as Anaesthetic Pharmacology Perioperative monitoring and management Postoperative Care Anesthesia Instruments and Special attention has been paid to key concepts like patient safety anesthesia pharmacology and the practical aspects oaf anaesthesia concepts to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical application.
The most special thing about this book which makes it different from others is that a full coloured atlas has been included in it which is providing vivid illustrations that enhance understanding and retention. In writing this book we have drawn on our collective experiences in the field hoping to pass on practical insights that will aid in the decision-making process of anaesthesia practice.
We hope this guide will not only enhance your understanding but also inspire you to pursue deeper knowledge and mastery in the fascinating world of anaesthesia.
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It is clear from the name Text Book of Naturopathy and Yoga Treatment that it deals with preparing naturopathy holders to become good naturopathy educators. Considering the transnational acceptance of the naturopathy profession each chapter is written with an international perspective. The simple explanations followed in this text book with adequate and suitable examples can enable learning subject to be more understandable and interesting to the naturopathy community. The author used authentic sources to prepare this book.
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This handbook provides detailed guidelines on the principles and practices essential for maintaining the integrity reliability and accuracy of clinical laboratory work. It is aimed for laboratory professionals including managers technicians and quality assurance personnel as well as regulatory bodies and auditors. The handbook serves as a practical resource for ensuring that clinical laboratories operate in accordance with established standards thereby supporting the integrity of clinical research and patient safety. It aims to harmonize practices across laboratories and provide a framework for continuous improvement and adherence to regulatory expectations. By following the guidelines set forth in the handbook laboratories can enhance the quality of their work minimize errors and contribute to the success of laboratory medicine practice.
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