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This is the story of the Singapore healthcare system: how it works, how it is financed, its history, where it is going, and what lessons it may hold for national health systems around the world. Singapore ranks sixth in the world in healthcare outcomes, yet spends proportionally less on healthcare than any other high-income country. This is the first book to set out a comprehensive system-level description of healthcare in Singapore, with a view to understanding what can be learned from its...
| Автор | William A. Haseltine |
Pathways to Pregnancy is a collection of wide-ranging and relatable stories, shared by an expert who also knows first-hand the pain and joy of the fertility journey from her own experience. Instructional and inspirational to anyone going through it or seeking to understand it deeply and in all its variations, these are real stories of hope and humor — and some practical advice that is often overlooked but easy to incorporate into your life. These stories about real women, related by...
| Автор | Mary Wong |
Claudia Black, PhD is a nationally and internationally recognized expert with experience as a bestselling author.Cara Tripodi, LCSW, CSAT-S is Executive Director of Sexual Trauma and Recovery, Inc. (STAR) in Pennsylvania.Sex addiction is an increasingly discussed topic, frequently making its way into the print, broadcast, and online media.Focused on the recovery of partners of sex addicts.Outlines proactive steps that readers can take to better understand their current circumstances and build...
| Автор | Claudia Black |
From reviews: " Graphic Anaesthesia is a well-written, easy-to-read book, ideal for trainees studying for primary FRCA examinations… It will be an ideal companion for preparing for exams." Ulster Medical Journal , May 2016 " Graphic Anaesthesia is an excellent revision tool that allows trainees approaching exams to prepare in an efficient and simple format. It is a refreshing and unique resource that should be included on any essential revision reading list". European Journal of...
| Автор | Tim Hooper |
Family caregiving expert David Levy sets forth how to evaluate priorities, understand options, and face bedrock issues (legal, financial, emotional, social), so caregivers can make wise and informed decisions for their loved ones, while gaining peace of mind from knowing they did the best they could under the circumstances.Drawing from over twenty-five years of experience, Levy provides caregivers with a model for effective planning and problem-solving, focusing on the nonclinical aspects of...
| Автор | David Levy |
The second edition of this popular book will enable nursing and health care students to improve their communication and interpersonal skills. It provides an introduction to the theory that underpins communication studies and offers opportunities for students to reflect on their own practice. The book gives students helpful guidelines and tips, while emphasising that successful communication depends on the quality of the relationship. The new edition covers: * Key concepts in communication; *...
| Автор | Erica Pavord |
From the Foreword by Cecilia Anim (RCN President, 2015): “… an enjoyable, touching and inspirational read for all those involved in the lives of people with learning disabilities ” The vast majority of student nurses, practising nurses and healthcare professionals are not learning disability specialists, but will still need to treat and care for patients with learning disabilities on a regular basis. Caring for People with Learning Disabilities is a concise introduction to the subject...
| Автор | Chris Barber |
Written from the informed perspective of two authors with decades of professional experience and considerable expertise with the subject matter.Each activity includes an original illustration, a list of materials needed, the objectives, preparation, directions, a brief discussion, worksheets or handouts to copy, and any credits or citations on its source(s) of inspiration.The activities presented are experiential, multi-sensory, linked with evidence-based interventions, and draw on the new...
| Автор | Kay Colbert |
The latest information on gender-specific treatment of addiction and recovery can be found in this go-to manual for parents seeking direction to help their daughters. Step-by-step guidelines present tools for recognizing substance abuse in young women; communicating with them and their care providers; dealing with relapse and long-term recovery; and managing parental shame, guilt, fear, anger, and loving detachment. Linda Dahl is the author of six books, including Morning Glory (2012), chosen...
| Автор | Linda Dahl |
From reviews: "…There are good sections on writing academically at master's level, how to get published and the benefits for postgraduates and the profession of sharing work. The authors conclude with a useful chapter on applying postgraduate skills in the workplace. This excellent guide will also be an invaluable resource in areas of study other than the intended health and social care field." Nursing Standard , Nov 13–19, 2013 This revised and updated edition of Study Skills...
| Автор | Sally Hayes Tyler |
Focuses on the essential biological and medical knowledge that a therapist or counselor should have if he or she desires to work effectively in addiction treatment.Explains addiction's scientific and nonscientific elements in a generally easy-to-read format.Written by an addiction medicine specialist with thirty-five years of experience in the field.Anyone interested in learning about the current state-of-the-art understanding of addiction will find this book helpful.This book will lead to...
| Автор | Barry Solof |
Ciaran O'Connor looks at how gaming and addiction have come together so rapidly in recent years. Mobile based gaming and free-to-play games have revolutionised the gaming world – but what are the implications of this? And how does it affect current thinking on addiction? Control the Controller addresses gamers, their families, mental health professionals and game developers in this thorough and fascinating discussion of the nature of video game addiction. Many questions are answered...
| Автор | Ciaran O'Connor |
The author previous book, A Man’s Way through the Twelve Steps, was published by Hazelden in 2009.A gender-responsive, trauma-informed guide to help men create and maintain healthy relationships with their spouse/primary partner, friends, children, and parents, in the face of shifting expectations in male roles.Provides practical advice and inspiration for men to define their own sense of masculinity and thus heighten their potential for a lifetime of recovery-oriented relationships.Offers...
| Автор | Dan Griffin |
Are you doing everything you can to make sure your breasts are healthy?If this question gives you pause, you’re not alone. Confusing media and conflicting advice surrounding breast health can make it challenging to know what’s best.In the United States this year, more than 40,000 women will die from breast cancer. Dr. John G. West wants to help you avoid becoming part of that statistic through preventative methods and screenings. And for women who are diagnosed, Dr. West...
| Автор | John G. West |
Don’t just treat your foot pain—strengthen your feet to prevent it. Back with an expanded edition of her popular book Every Woman’s Guide to Foot Pain Relief, biomechanist Katy Bowman has created a new version for both men and women in all walks of life.With updated material and new visuals that illustrate exactly how to strengthen and mobilize your feet, Simple Steps to Foot Pain Relief will show you how to change the way you move your body to prevent pain, heal...
| Автор | Katy Bowman |
From New York Times bestselling author and expert on neuroscience, memory, Alzheimer's Disease and dementia, The Small Guide to Alzheimer's Disease provides a comprehensive overview of Alzheimer's Disease, dementia, and related disorders – along with the latest treatment solutions from conventional and alternative therapies to new scientific discoveries, lifestyle changes and interventions.Alheimer's Disease and related...
| Автор | Gary Small |
Where do our thoughts come from? How do we make choices and trust our judgments? What is the role of the unconscious? Can we manipulate our dreams? In this mind-bending international bestseller, award-winning neuroscientist Mariano Sigman explores the complex answers to these and many other age-old questions. Drawing on research in physics, linguistics, psychology, education, and more, Dr. Sigman explains why people who speak more than one language are less prone to dementia, how infants can...
| Автор | Ксюша Ангел |
"Endlich Orientierung im Dschungel medizinischer Halbwahrheiten. Zu wenig Zeit für die Patienten und immer gleich Antibiotika? «Schulmedizin» hat keinen guten Ruf. Homöopathie, Akupunktur, Osteopathie & Co. hingegen sind angesagt. Sie gelten als sanft und natürlich. Doch weder ist die Natur immer gut, noch jede alternative Heilmethode wirksam. Die Ärztin Dr. Natalie Grams hat den ultimativen Kompass durch die Welt der Medizin geschrieben. Sie klärt auf, welche Verfahren wirken, was die...
| Автор | Ксюша Ангел |
In der großen Historiensaga kämpft die Ärztin Ricarda gegen Bleichsucht, Diphtherie oder Nervenschwäche. Manche Behandlungsmethode, mit denen Mediziner zur Kaiserzeit Krankheiten zu Leibe rückten, wirkt aus heutiger Sicht ungewöhnlich. Dieses Buch versammelt die Perlen aus jenen Nachschlagewerken, die Helene Sommerfeld inspirierten, und zeigt, vor welchen Problemen speziell weibliche Patienten standen. Die Ratschläge muten abenteuerlich, kurios und skurril an. Und vermitteln unterhaltsam ein...
| Автор | Ксюша Ангел |
The first edition of this book, entitled "A Guide to Successful Aging" was published in English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese, and tens of thousands of copies were sold. It has now been completely revised. <br><br>People today live longer than ever before. This increasing longevity is of vital importance – a unique opportunity to plan constructively for one's later years. This book can help you to do so. <br><br>• Have...
| Автор | Philip Selby |
This book presents the state of the art, principles and ideas of Electrophotonic analysis based on Gas Discharge Visualisation (GDV) technique, known as well as Electrophotonic Imaging (EPI). This approach, celebrating now 15 years after developing the first GDV instrument, has a strong scientific foundation with thousands of researchers, doctors and practitioners using it in the world. Electrophotonic methods allow to study Energy Fields of humans, water, materials and environment. Conceptual...
| Автор | Konstantin M.D. Korotkov |
Herbs for bruises, sprains, strains, dislocations, breathing, adrenaline, and more! Healing with herbs has long been a tradition in the martial arts. As ever more martial artists train in the West, interest in Western herbs grows. This book investigates sixty-four herbs that are readily available in North America and Europe. For each herb it discusses the evidence for its effectiveness, the evidence for its safety, and how specifically to use it to enhance martial arts and contact sports...
| Автор | Susan Lynn Peterson |
The Root of Chinese Qigong: Secrets for Health, Longevity, and Enlightenment is the absolutely best book for revealing the what , the why , and the how of qigong. When you know what qigong is, tht will help you make the right decision; «is qigong going to be a good choice for me?» When you know why qigong is so effective, that will help you set realistic goals for your use of qigong in your health or martial arts training. When you know how qigong should be practiced, that will absolutely...
| Автор | Jwing-Ming Yang |
A patient dies on the operating table and the surgeon, Dr. Clifford Harris, is held responsible by both the hospital administration and the police. <br><br>The cause of Wallberg's demise is at issue in the trial that follows.<br><br>The tension builds to a stunning climax when the truth finally emerges.<br><br>"Bad Blood" weaves realistic medical and trial procedures around a memorable cast of characters with a vivid and fast-paced...
| Автор | James Baehler |