Medicine & Health Care Industry

#1 New York Times bestseller #1 Washington Post bestseller #1 Indie Bestseller USA Today Bestseller John Green, award-winning author and passionate advocate for global healthcare reform, tells a deeply human story illuminating the fight against the world’s deadliest infectious...

The instant New York Times bestseller By the acclaimed author of In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, a groundbreaking investigation into the causes of illness, a bracing critique of how our society breeds disease, and a pathway to health and healing. In this revolutionary book, renowned physician...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST OVER TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD This inspiring, exquisitely observed memoir finds hope and beauty in the face of insurmountable odds as an idealistic young neurosurgeon attempts to answer the question, What makes a life worth living?...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “The story of modern medicine and bioethics—and, indeed, race relations—is refracted beautifully, and movingly.”—Entertainment Weekly NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM HBO STARRING OPRAH WINFREY AND ROSE BYRNE ONE OF THE “MOST INFLUENTIAL” (CNN)...

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....

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.

The New York Times bestselling author of Being Mortal and Complications reveals the surprising power of the ordinary checklist We live in a world of great and increasing complexity, where even the most expert professionals struggle to master the tasks they face. Longer training, ever more...

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....

WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE * A NEW YORK TIMES TOP 100 BOOK OF THE CENTURY * A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR * A TIME ALL-TIME 100 NONFICTION BOOK Updated with FOUR NEW MAJOR CHAPTERS illuminating the new developments in cancer detection, prevention, treatment, and...

The delivery room decoded—by the internet’s favorite labor nurse. "I highly recommend Birth Vibes for pregnant women who plan to have hospital births.”—Ina May Gaskin, CPM “This book doesn’t just prepare you for birth; it changes how you think about it."—Hadley Vlahos...

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

One of Literary Hub's Most Anticipated Books of 2025 A Goodreads Readers' Most Anticipated Fall Book From the New York Times bestselling author of Stiff and Fuzz, a rollicking exploration of the quest to re-create the impossible complexities of human anatomy. The body is the most complex machine...

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....

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER An explosive, deeply reported exposé of Johnson & Johnson, one of America’s oldest and most trusted pharmaceutical companies—from an award-winning investigative journalist “A damning portrait.”—Associated Press “A page-turning drama that raises...

From the host of Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown and bestselling author of Kitchen Confidential comes the true, thrilling story of Mary Mallon, otherwise known as the infamous Typhoid Mary.

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 Until the 1970s, if you suffered a medical crisis, your chances of survival were minimal. A...

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

Turtles All the Way Down: Vaccine Science and Myth will resolve the vaccine question for you, once and for all.

For 40 years, The 36-Hour Day has been the leading work on the care of people with dementia and their family members. Written by experts with decades of experience caring for individuals with memory loss, Alzheimer disease, and other dementias, the book's...

The New York Times bestselling 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 and strategy to cure both us...

In “a brilliant antidote to all the…false narratives about pot” (American Thinker), an award-winning author and former New York Times reporter reveals the link between teenage marijuana use and mental illness, and a hidden epidemic of violence caused by the drug—facts the media have...

The highly anticipated inside look at the collapse of the Murdaugh dynasty by the celebrated investigative journalist and creator of the #1 hit Murdaugh Murders Podcast, Mandy Matney. Years before the name Alex Murdaugh was splashed across every major media outlet in America, local South...

Whether a person has Alzheimer disease or another form of dementia, he or she will face a host of problems. The 36-Hour Day will help family members and caregivers address these challenges and simultaneously cope with their own emotions and needs....

The Structure of Scientific Revolutions is essential listening for understanding the history, philosophy, and evolution of science....

From Johns Hopkins medical expert Dr. Marty Makary, the New York Times-bestselling author of The Price We Pay—an eye-opening look at the medical groupthink that has led to public harm, and what you need to know about your health.

USA Today Bestseller The real revolution of the GLP-1 shots is the insight that the body regulates appetite and more with the hormones GLP-1, GIP, PYY, and CCK—and with Your Best Shot in hand, you can learn to optimize their function and your weight health for life. Whether you have a little...

Higher intake of ultra-processed foods has been associated with a laundry list of ailments. It makes sense that greater consumption would be associated with more dental cavities, thanks to their sugar, obesity, thanks to their concentration of calories, and an increased risk of high blood pressure, thanks to their salt, which is linked to higher rates of cardiovascular events, like heart attacks and strokes. And, since cardiovascular diseases are our leading killers, it also makes sense that excess intake of ultra-processed foods could lead to increased overall mortality.

When did we start trusting influencers over doctors? You used to see a doctor. Now you go online. Want to track your blood sugar? Your heart rate? Your sleep? You can. Need to focus? Want to lose weight fast? Everything is a click away. But who is regulating this? As hospital wait times grow ever longer and some patients are priced out of medical care altogether, influencers have filled the gap. From doctors promoting new therapies, to entrepreneurs selling solutions, these self-styled experts glow with good health and guarantee results.

Are you ready to pass the FNP-BC exam with confidence and elevate your family nurse practitioner career? Whether you’re struggling to organize your study plan or overwhelmed by the exam content, this comprehensive guide is designed for you. The FNP-BC Family Nurse Practitioner Exam Prep delivers clear, concise, high-yield coverage of all essential topics. From adult, pediatric, and geriatric assessments to diagnostic reasoning, lab interpretation, and imaging basics, complex concepts are broken into practical explanations.

The inspiring story of how we overcame a history of infectious disease, poisonous environments, and early death and unlocked an explosion in human potential—and a vision for the work ahead to optimize human flourishing in the twenty-first century “Michelle Williams understands what too many...

誰のための医療か、何のための制度か──構想10年、ホリエモンが旧態依然とした医療制度にメスを入れる！健康は自分たちの手で守れ。「予防」を起点にした、合理と科学で組み直す医療の未来。

The NCLEX can feel overwhelming—thousands of practice questions, endless content review, Next Gen question formats, and the constant fear: "What if I'm not ready?" But passing the NCLEX doesn't have to be that way. "NCLEX Secrets" is your guide to passing the NCLEX with confidence on your first attempt. Whether you're a nursing student preparing for your first NCLEX attempt or retaking the exam after a failure, this book contains everything you need: complete study plans, test-taking frameworks, Next Gen NCLEX strategies, and the exact system that has helped Nursing.com members achieve a ...

In Navigating Nursing Home Decisions, Rodney E. Whittington Jr.—a seasoned healthcare executive with years of experience in long-term care—offers practical guidance, heartfelt insight, and clear direction to help families move forward with confidence and peace of mind. This insider’s guide demystifies the process, answers the questions families don’t always know to ask, and empowers listeners to make informed, compassionate decisions rooted in care and dignity.

This audiobook provides a comprehensive overview of mental illness, emphasizing that these conditions are biological and medical in nature, not signs of weakness or moral failings. It focuses heavily on evidence-based treatment, detailing how recovery is possible for conditions ranging from depression and OCD to bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, often through a combination of medication, psychotherapy (such as CBT, DBT, and ERP), and innovative biological interventions like TMS and ECT.

Finally! A guide that makes those tricky nursing procedures feel like "Oh, I've got this!" Ever found yourself staring at a central line dressing change, wondering how the experienced nurses make it look so easy? Tired of forgetting steps mid-procedure or feeling like you need three extra hands to get things done? Want to learn these skills in a way that actually sticks?

体のためよりも、脳のために走りましょう　全国学力調査と体力調査で改めて鮮明になった脳と運動の相関関係──。朝に運動をした子どもは成績が上がる。

A Practical, Up-to-Date Study Guide Created by Real CNAs — With 1,800+ Practice Questions, Skills Checklists, and State-Specific Requirements Are you preparing for the CNA exam in 2025 or 2026? Whether you’re returning to study after a long break, juggling a busy schedule, or just want a clear roadmap to certification, this guide was created to support your unique path. ✅ WHAT YOU’LL FIND INSIDE: 25 Full-Length Practice Exams (1,875+ questions total) Step-by-step Skills Demonstration Checklists State-Specific CNA Requirements for all 50 U.S. states Test-Taking Strategies for ...

Stop sending generic applications and start landing the interviews you deserve. Transitioning from nursing student to Registered Nurse is more than just a graduation ceremony—it’s a high-stakes shift into a complex professional landscape. In a sea of hundreds of new grad applications, a standard resume is a one-way ticket to the "reject" pile. You need a document that functions like a clinical hand-off report: clear, data-driven, and focused on patient safety. Great Resumes for Nursing Jobs is the definitive, "No-BS" guide for new graduates eager to make their mark in healthcare. ...

Chi è il CRA ? (e soprattutto cosa fa?) Una domanda semplice, a cui pochi sanno rispondere in modo chiaro. Il Clinical Research Associate (CRA) è una figura chiave nella ricerca clinica e nella sperimentazione clinica: supervisiona la corretta conduzione degli studi, tutela la sicurezza dei pazienti e garantisce la qualità dei dati. Eppure, il suo ruolo è spesso poco compreso sia fuori che dentro il settore. In questo libro, Elisa Serpillo, Senior CRA freelance con oltre dieci anni di esperienza, spiega in modo semplice e concreto chi è il CRA e cosa fa davvero, utilizzando esempi ...

Ethical medical marketing is a clear, professional framework for doctors, clinics, and healthcare communication teams who want a digital presence that reflects clinical standards: trustworthy, structured, and built to attract the right patient—the one who recognizes your professionalism and values your method. Today, patients search before they call. They compare before they trust. They look for clarity, reassurance, and a predictable pathway long before the first visit. They judge your practice not only by medical expertise, but by everything that happens around it: the communication, ...

Night shift work isn’t just “being tired.” For clinicians and EMS professionals, it’s a repeated physiological stress test—working when your brain and body are wired for sleep, then trying to recover while the rest of the world speeds up. If you’re finishing shifts feeling wired but exhausted, struggling to fall asleep, waking up unrefreshed, or carrying stress long after you clock out, this guide was built for you. This guide is a practical, evidence-informed recovery system designed specifically for frontline healthcare workers who operate in high-stakes environments at ...

This comprehensive guide will provide you with the essential knowledge and practical tools you need to become an effective caregiver. We'll cover everything from understanding the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease to learning how family members can actually get paid for providing care. Most importantly, this book will help you understand that caregiving is a legitimate profession that deserves recognition, compensation, and proper training. You're not just "helping out"—you're providing essential healthcare services that make a real difference in someone's life.

Are you ready to start a rewarding career as a Certified Nursing Assistant but feel overwhelmed or unsure where to begin? You’re not alone. Whether you’re a new student, a recent graduate, or a busy working parent, the CNA Study Guide gives you everything you need to prepare, pass your exam, and launch your healthcare career with confidence. Inside, you’ll find a clear, structured program with practice tests, flashcards, and a personalized study plan designed to make learning simple and effective. What makes this guide different? ✓ A complete CNA exam prep system covering all key ...

Becoming a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) isn't just about learning procedures and regulations: it means taking on a central role in clinical research, ensuring data quality and, above all, patient safety. This book was created specifically to support recent graduates, study coordinators, and young professionals who want to embark on the CRA journey, offering a clear, comprehensive guide packed with practical insights. Written by Elisa Serpillo, a freelance Senior CRA with over ten years of experience in oncology practices and as a medical writer, the text combines technical rigor with a...

The Essence of Invention tells the story of medical inventors who have laid the foundation for modern patient care, from the development of anesthesia and safe surgery to the advent of vaccines against smallpox, polio, and COVID-19, and how, through creativity and persistence, they have changed the world.

You are not “just an EMT.” And the system depends on you believing that you are. This book is for EMTs who arrive first, carry the weight, and disappear from the story. For the ones told their role is temporary, entry-level, or just a stepping stone. For those who feel the exhaustion, frustration, and quiet anger but have never had language for it. Written by a former EMT, paramedic, nurse, and flight nurse, this book exposes the unspoken realities of emergency medical services: hierarchy without protection, responsibility without authority, burnout without recognition, and the ...

Cardiology for the Streets What Paramedics Actually Need to Know Before the Hospital Steals the Patient Most cardiology books are written for classrooms and hospitals. This one is written for the street. Cardiology for the Streets is a practical, experience-driven guide to cardiac decision-making in prehospital and frontline emergency care, where information is incomplete, ECGs are often nondiagnostic, and the most important decisions are made before labs, imaging, or cardiology consults exist. This is not a protocol manual. It is a book about judgment. Written by a registered nurse, ...

Poison For Profit — Book 3 The Medical Betrayals That Destroyed Millions Medicine holds the greatest trust in human society. When people are sick, frightened, or vulnerable, they surrender their bodies, their choices, and often their lives to medical authority — believing that healing, ethics, and truth come first. But what happens when that trust is betrayed? The Medical Betrayals That Destroyed Millions exposes how modern medical institutions repeatedly chose profit, reputation, and institutional power over patient welfare, producing some of the largest medical disasters in human ...

Behind the Badge: a novel about power, fear, and the infection of silence In a unit built on silence, Jessa made the mistake of telling the truth. It started with documentation—just words on a screen. But in a hospital where retaliation is quiet and calculated, even truth becomes dangerous. Nurses are vanishing. Complaints are scrubbed. And the ones who speak up start to disappear—literally and professionally. Jessa isn’t trying to be a hero. She’s just trying to survive shift to shift without becoming the next one erased. As back-channel reports leak, as leadership gaslights the ...

If traditional textbooks leave you confused, anxious, or feeling like you're not making real progress, this audiobook gives you a clear and focused blueprint to finally take control of your preparation — and walk into test day with confidence instead of fear. The ATI TEAS 7 Exam Study Guide cuts through the overwhelm and teaches you exactly what works: sharp, targeted lessons, proven performance strategies, and realistic practice that actually prepares you for the real exam.