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As science and medicine continue to study Alzheimer’s, Karlawish suggests, advances in technology, assisted living arrangements, and other lifestyle changes can be used to help people live well with the disease. A must-read on an important subject.
The story of these trailblazing women and their unique achievements within the medical profession in the 19th century is well written and benefits from bountiful primary sources. It will be a great resource for further in-depth biographical studies. A highly recommended purchase for public library collections, and those that focus on health policy and women in STEM careers.
An open, honest, and up-to-date guide, based on personal experience in addition to science, for people living with MS along with their caregivers..
Parker realizes the importance of being your own advocate while journeying through health care systems. Using the author’s passion and own experiences, this book empowers readers not to give up. A solid purchase for public and consumer health libraries.
As Fung’s previous books, The Obesity Code and The Diabetes Code, have been popular with a variety of patrons, this recent exploration of an important subject has the same potential.
An excellent choice for those interested in learning more about medical history, and the process of bringing awareness to chronic illness.
Snyder writes with passion and clarity, using personal observations, historical references, and case studies to raise the call for reforming the current health care system; stating that without changes, true freedom remains elusive for many.
Clarke is a clear-eyed, compassionate storyteller, and the stories of her patients’ suffering and final moments—along with her father’s
Dark Archives: A Librarian's Investigation into the Science and History of Books Bound in Human Skin
Essential for most libraries, especially where books about medical history and material culture circulate well.
Recommended for those countering the anti-vaccination movement, as well as those with an interest in cultural and historical antecedents of the movement.
A valuable resource to help migraineurs see their sufferings put into words and to help friends and family, bosses and co-workers, and physicians gain more empathy and understanding.
This unique, evidence-based book points to data that can be used as a starting point for more policy research and would be a solid purchase for public policy collections, as well as academic health and public libraries.
An excellent book for patients, caregivers, and those who are learning about infectious causes of Alzheimer’s disease.
Full of fascinating information and compelling arguments, this eye-opening (or more aptly a mouth-closing and nostril-opening) work is highly recommended for those with health conditions related to sleep apnea, asthma, and snoring.
This is not a weight-loss cookbook, and Hunt doesn’t intend it to be. Instead, she considers it a starting point for anyone living with chronic illness or autoimmune disease to get ideas and inspiration. A worthy follow-up to Healthyish that can more than stand on its own.
A thrilling and riveting story of determination, perseverance, and compassion that makes medical history accessible.
The engaging stories in this book, both personal and scientific, make it a good choice for readers interested in solid literature on medicine, especially cancer research.
Ofri’s latest book is a must-read for those looking to gain a glimpse into the complex environment in which medical professionals work as well as those who may have experienced subpar medical treatment. Her ideas about mitigating harm can save lives and may leave you wishing she was overseeing your own health care.
A timely purchase for health policy collections, for public libraries with a collection that is used by not-for-profits and local community health organizations, and for advocates for better community health.
Though dense at times, this work is among the few about understudied chronic conditions that primarily affect women, and the little attention they receive. For those living with invisible illnesses who have been told they don’t look sick, and fans of the podcasts This Is Not What I Ordered and No End In Sight.
Recommended for readers interested in the history of science and medicine, and how human response to global issues informs and impacts pathogen research and antibacterial use.
Recommended for readers curious about Chinese American history or the history of alternative medicine in the United States.
This social and medical history of the role of miscarriage will be useful for people planning a family, women who have had a miscarriage, and gender studies students.
For anyone seeking a factual and fun take on a subject that should never have been, yet still is, taboo, this book will be much appreciated.
This memorable work will be of interest to anyone who has been impacted by cancer, both patients and family and friends.
Combining historical research, interview information, and personal accounts, Pickert creates a well-rounded and informative overview of breast cancer and its many treatments. Her book leaves readers hoping that progress will continue in a positive direction.
Among the many recent books on the subject of dementia, this is one is particularly moving, beautifully told, and an important addition to memoir and consumer health collections. [See Prepub Alert, 2/11/19.]
Bueno’s compassionate book is a must-read for anyone who has experienced a miscarriage or seeks to learn about women’s health outcomes.
This important, accessible introduction to the promise and limitations of AI as it has thus far developed clearly presents the “state of the field” garnered from extensive research. Readers interested in technology’s role in the transformation of medicine will find this an insightful read
Thought-provoking, empowering information that all women should have; essential for public and consumer health libraries.
A worthwhile addition for environmental collections that will appeal to readers of regional literature.
Highly recommended for fans of Jared Diamond's Collapse: How Societies Choose To Fail or Succeed and Yuval Harari's Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind.
This most recent compendium provides everything one might expect from a Stewart manual—clean and elegant design along with detailed instructions. For everyone with similar DIY experiences, and anyone looking to get started.
Fans of popular physics books and authors will find this an accessible and informative read. [See Prepub Alert, 10/29/18.]
Rich in accessible analogies that deftly explain complex scientific concepts, this is a must-read for anybody who has wondered about the origins of humans' best friend.
Environmentalists, concerned citizens, and students will find this book helpful in comprehending the extent of this ongoing issue.
Recommended primarily for fans of Sacks's earlier works. This final posthumous collection provides one last peek into the author's generous, curious, and brilliant mind. [See Prepub Alert, 10/15/18.]
With poetic chapter titles, and enhanced by 21 color photographs, especially of brilliant warblers, this highly recommended account makes for thoughtful reading for both experienced and novice birders.
This important work should be read by those concerned about the environmental impacts of nuclear energy and climate change. [See Prepub Alert, 10/1/18.]
Reference collections can have a reputation as fusty or mundane. Still, every rule has its exceptions—as these four collections illustrate.
The National Academy of Medicine estimates that 40 percent of Americans live with chronic illness; approximately 50 million have an autoimmune disease. These figures may be underreported since many do not disclose owing to the stigma of illness. These 36 titles might help to relieve the pain of sufferers.
The subject of death and dying can be difficult—even taboo—for people to discuss, even as health-care professionals press for more honest dialog with patients and families. Springfield–Greene County Library District, MO, took the lead on closing that gap with a multilayered series called “Death & Dying: Conversations on End-of-Life Matters.”
Ideally, we inform ourselves about health by listening to physicians and other scientists. We monitor our activity and health using wearable technology. Still, when a fix is required, we rely on technology. These 29 resources will help keep our collections robust.
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Heart: A History
This captivating investigation deftly communicates the beauty, mystery, and scientific wonder of the human heart. Recommended for educated lay readers. [See Prepub Alert, 3/26/18.]
Useful for patients wishing to learn more about different types of chemotherapy and complementary cancer therapies.
For fans of nonfiction with a little suspense and drama. Not recommended for animal lovers or people looking for a more academic treatment. [See Prepub Alert, 2/26/18.]
Enriched with patient case studies that illustrate the complex nature of this disease, Sederer's balanced and compassionate approach makes this a valuable addition to the conversation on this timely topic.
Blesching's study supports a certain viewpoint, but readers interested in researching the topic should seek out additional research. This title could be used in conjunction with Rav Ivker's recent Cannabis for Chronic Pain, in which the issues of legality are more openly addressed.
Chronic Lyme sufferers may find either work helpful. Readers looking for a more science-focused discussion will prefer Conquering Lyme while readers looking for a more actionable course will prefer The Lyme Solution.
While tailored to persons with diabetes, this is a useful resource for any beginning yoga practitioner, especially one with an interest in Ayurveda.
While the prose can be dry, readers who wish to be informed of the current debate and issues surrounding it will appreciate the clear, fact-based approaches of both authors.
PREMIUM
Master Your Diabetes: A Comprehensive, Integrative Approach for Both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Those looking for alternatives to conventional diabetes management approaches will find this a comprehensive and practical resource. Recommended for diabetic and prediabetic patients, as well as family members of those diagnosed.
Important for those in health care who are unfamiliar with the viral causes of cancer, as well as patients wishing to know more.
An excellent, well-written work for all black women and all health-care professionals who wish to understand better the challenges facing this community.
Brodnick's writing is engaging and entertaining, making this a great book for anyone considering preventive surgery.
This commonsense guide should help make the screening process less intimidating and assist those with concerns of overdiagnosis and overtreatment.
Recommended for medical historians and those who love biographies (particularly those of important yet largely forgotten figures).
Medical students will appreciate Przybylo's enthusiasm, and casual readers will find his description of his line of work engaging and educational. A solid addition to any nonfiction shelf.
Holliday has a flair for bringing unique locations and provisions to life, taking readers with him into crowded restaurants and markets, creating an exciting work for food lovers interested in a combination of culinary history, cultural analysis, and travel.
A tour-de-force survey of what is known about why we behave the way we do, for students of human interaction in any discipline. [Prepub Alert, 11/21/16.]
With a laid-back vibe, this is a solid collection for party hosts seeking some unusual and trendy cocktails. Recipes skew toward the sweet and fruity, so perhaps not the best choice for hard-core cocktail purists.
A conversation starter or more hot air? Most likely the former for reader-citizens crushed by the scale of the problem or confused by its polarity. For students of environmental philosophy, an essential text. [Prepub Alert, 10/10/15.]
For general audiences interested in ornithology. Those already somewhat familiar with Audubon and eager to learn more about the process of compiling Birds will particularly enjoy.
Even though Linder's narrative is sometimes disjointed, genealogists and readers interested in popular medicine may find this book more relatable than Alice Wexler's Mapping Fate.
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The Bloody Mary: The Lore and Legend of a Cocktail Classic, with Recipes for Brunch and Beyond
Entertaining and informative, this is a fun book for all cocktail enthusiasts. Fair warning: cravings for a hit of booze, tomato, and spice are likely—preferably alongside some eggs benedict.
A combination of popular science and self-help, this offering should appeal to scientifically inclined readers of popular psychology who are also seeking inspiration. [Prepub Alert, 2/21/16.]
This charming book is replete with enough medical references to interest any student of medical history. Other readers will fall under the spell of the music, automobiles, and social mores of the 1930s. For everyone.
Cervero condenses a wealth of information into a succinct yet comprehensive summary of what is known about the physiological and psychological aspects of pain. Lay readers may struggle with the academic writing style and terminology, but those who persevere will learn much about the universal human experience that is pain.
Despite his controversial tone and arguably unfair readings of those he considers his opponents, Koch raises important questions that bioethics and health policy scholars (his intended audience) would do well to attend to.
Readers of this set will encounter a lot of maybe this, maybe that, with little definite information. A better choice is Martha Craft-Rosenberg and Shelley-Rae Pehler’s Encyclopedia of Family Health (SAGE, 2011).
Recommended for lay scientists, readers of popular magazines like Scientific American or New Scientist. Although no background in the health sciences or genetics is necessary to understand this work, readers already familiar with terms like “genome” or “pharmacogenomics” would most enjoy this book.
For readers with some background in science who want to learn more about the hypothalamus’s role in everyday life.
The authors, both founders of Emory’s predictive medicine school, are ultimately compelling in their argument for both openness to new ideas and critical thinking for the vigorous pursuit of evidence-based health measures, though they rely too much on buzzwords. An absorbing look at an exciting potential health-care revolution.
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The IBD Healing Plan and Recipe Book: Using Whole Foods To Relieve Crohn’s Disease and Colitis
For those seeking an overview of IBD, take a look at John Hunter’s Inflammatory Bowel Disease: The Essential Guide to Controlling Crohn’s Disease, Colitis and Other IBDs. Korth’s book is recommended for readers looking for a recipe-heavy discussion of IBD.
Anyone with an interest in transformational memoirs and open to New Age ideas will gravitate to this story.
Though the work is highly specialized, the prodigious research presented here will be valued by readers interested in Civil War medicine.
The author’s objective review of the data, paired with accounts of his own experiences, offers insight into the role of the gut in the immune response and provides a fascinating look at a growing area of medical research. A perceptive look at modern science.
PREMIUM
Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga
At its heart, this is a love story about Bikram yoga and a tenderhearted yet critical look at the life and work of its very human guru. A riveting read, especially for those with an interest in modern yoga culture, gurus, and leaders.
Comfort has sketched an interesting history of scientists not widely known outside of their field. Its academic tone recommends this book to scholarly or professional readers and those with a particular interest in medical history.
Written with clarity and a touch of humor, this is a quick and thoughtful read, a good choice for patients, and a must for medical professionals.
PREMIUM
The Medical Book: From Witch Doctors to Robot Surgeons, 250 Milestones in the History of Medicine
The writing is lively and the topics are varied and need not be read in any particular order. Pickover intends only to give a brief glimpse of each subject and writes for a wide audience ranging from students to professionals. He achieves his goals, and his brevity and breezy style should appeal to readers used to accessing information quickly on the Internet but who are still interested in picking up a book.
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