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The struggle to perform well is universal, but nowhere is this drive to do better more important than in medicine. In his new book, Atul Gawande explores how doctors strive to close the gap between best intentions and best performance in the face of...

A Guardian Best Book of 2023 A Telegraph Best Summer Book 2023 A RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK 'A book so humane and quietly profound that everyone should read it' Bee Wilson, Financial Times 'The best book I have ever read that explores the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593135907Author Satchin PandaFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Rodale BooksPublisher Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/RodaleWeight(grams) 215gDimensions(mm)...

There is extremely compelling evidence to suggest that if people are physically active before, during and after cancer treatment, their outcomes are likely to be better. Their risk of recurrence (and death) is lower and their ability to deal with the...

A beautifully illustrated history of Britain's most revered and valued institution: the NHS. In March 2020 the UK went into lockdown to help contain the spread of COVID-19 and protect the NHS from one of the greatest threats that it has faced in its...

'A hugely informative and quietly furious call to arms.' IRISH TIMES'A ground-breaking new book.' EVENING STANDARD'A must read.' DAILY EXPRESS'She is balanced in her evidence analysis, forensic in her research.' TELEGRAPH'A vital subject that needs to be...

Practice Assessments Plus is the smart choice for those revising Component 3 of the BTEC Tech Award in Enterprise (2022). This book contains four full-length practice assessments, helping you to: Prepare by familiarising yourself with the structure...

In the ancient tradition of Chinese medicine, illness is a disharmony of the whole body. The aim is to restore harmony through herbal medicine, acupuncture, moxibustion and the diagnostic skills of the physician. The governing principle is to balance...

This evidence-based text explores children's health and wellbeing from birth to adolescence, taking into account the familial, cultural, social, economic, environmental and global contexts of their lives.Divided into three parts, this book draws on an...

For more than 80 years this unique short atlas has been the go-to guide to the examination of patients with lesions of the peripheral nerves and nerve roots - appreciated by generations of students and experienced practitioners alike. First published...

Feel confident in your nursing calculations skills! This easy-to-use textbook provides you with everything you need to know to improve your calculations skills and pass your exams first time. Whether you're preparing for your final year calculations...

FOR ANYONE WHO IS YET TO DISCOVER THE MUST-READ PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER.The SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER and the unputdownable RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK that will chill you to the bone . . .AWARDED HEAT'S UNMISSABLE, BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR. 'It's rare to...

The New York Times bestselling author of SuperLife and cohost with Zac Efron of the hit Netflix series Down to Earth, Darin Olien offers invaluable advice for addressing the health of our bodies and the health of the planet by identifying common products...

Written by physicians skilled at coaching colleagues in physician-patient communication, this pocket guide presents practical strategies for handling a wide variety of difficult patient interviews. Each chapter presents a hypothetical scenario, describes...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780993571107Author Dr Ranjna GargFormat PaperbackPage Count 232Imprint RAR Medical ServicesPublisher UniAdmissionsWeight(grams) 660gDimensions(mm) 278mm *...

Mental health conditions are becoming more prevalent in today's society and it has been estimated that 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives. The increase in mental health complaints has also affected...

'A beautifully written gem of a book, both inspiring and poignant.' Elton John'Incisive and heart-rending.' Richard E GrantSarah Standing is a wife, a mother, a journalist, a toy shop owner, a grandmother, a great friend, a daughter, and a lover of life...

From reviews of the previous editions: "Amazing book. The content is clear, and the recent guidelines are there!" Acute Medicine is a current and concise guide to hospital emergency medicine for registrars, junior doctors and medical students working...

Many people have found homoeopathic remedies to be safe and effective and want to know more, keen to take responsibility and participate in their own healing. This book provides the information required, explaining how homoeopathic remedies work, which...

The third edition of the best-selling Cognitive Assessment for Clinicians provides readers with an up-to-date, practical guide to cognitive function and its assessment to ensure readers have a conceptual knowledge of normal psychological function and how...

Abrahams' and McMinn's Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy, 8th Edition delivers the straightforward visual guidance you need to perform confidently in all examinations and understand spatial relationships required during your medical training, while also...

The ultimate positive, practical guide to menopause. 'The 'Artists Way' of menopause' Sophie Fletcher, author of the bestselling Mindful Hypnobirthing, Mindful Mamma and Mindful Menopause It's time to...

Reflection is a process by which professionals consider experiences to gain insights about their practice. It supports people to continually improve the way they work and the care they provide, it allows for mistakes to be accepted and analysed rather...

Physical Assessment for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals offers a practical and comprehensive guide to best clinical practice when taking patient history and physical examination. This accessible text is structured in accordance with the competencies...

A practical and colourful introductory guide, Endodontology at a Glance covers all the essential topics (diagnosis, endodontic therapy, pain management and outcome of treatment) as well as the recent developments that comprise the field of endodontology...

This book examines autism from the tradition of analytic philosophy, working from the premise that Autism Spectrum Disorders raise interesting philosophical questions that need to be and can be addressed in a manner that is clear, jargon-free, and...

Freshly jacketed massmarket edition of this bestselling guide to beating arthritis through nutrition. With over 60 delicious recipes from cook Marguerite Patten, who completely eased her own painful arthritic symptoms through diet, and a comprehensive...

Trauma and Psychosis provides a valuable contribution to the current understanding of the possible relationships between the experience of trauma and the range of phenomena currently referred to as psychosis. Warren Larkin and Anthony P. Morrison bring...

This handbook will help veterinary clinicians and their staff to manage cases of poisoning in dogs and cats. It will also help answer enquiries about potential poisonings received from concerned pet owners. The content has been compiled from over 15 000...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780717665020Author HSEFormat PaperbackPage Count 73Imprint HSE BooksPublisher HSE Books

An essential guide to optimising your immunity and feeling your best - all year roundThousands of us are struck down by colds, flu and other viruses every year. We know we should be taking steps to look after our immune system every day, but beyond...

Bach Flower Remedies is a system of natural healing for the relief of negative attitudes and moods which not only hinder one's enjoyment of life, but are regarded as contributory factors in the cause of physical and emotional suffering.They were...

Much has been written about healthcare for older people, but the ageing process affects people of all ages. Ageing, rather than old people, has received scant attention within healthcare literature. This book addresses this paucity. It explores key...

Your easy-to-follow guide to the latest research, treatments, and medications!The pain you suffer from fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is not in your imagination. FMS is a real medical problem that can be as debilitating and demoralizing as it is mysterious...

Master the fundamentals of pathophysiology with this concise, easy-to-understand text! Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 7th Edition helps you learn basic concepts of disorders and disease processes. Known for its readability and vivid,...

Written by two experienced RCOG examiners, both of whom have been involved in the development of the new Part 3 MRCOG examination, this book is essential reading for any trainee preparing to sit the exam. The authors clearly describe the breadth and...

An invaluable sourcebook on the complex relationship between psychosis, trauma, and dissociation, thoroughly revised and updated This revised and updated second edition of Psychosis, Trauma and Dissociation offers an important resource that takes a...

Echocardiography is one of the most useful and powerful diagnostic tools in the assessment of cardiac structure and function. It remains a rapidly expanding modality, with new techniques constantly developing and maturing. Building on the success of the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781925820652Author Karen FischerFormat HardbackPage Count 224Imprint Exisle PublishingPublisher Exisle Publishing

With her landmark first book Horse Speak: The Equine-Human Translation Guide, trainer Sharon Wilsie upended conventional methods of human equine communication (using words and ropes, for example) with her clear classification of the language horses use...