The story that inspired the major motion picture Beautiful Boy featuring Steve Carell and Timothée Chalamet. This New York Times bestselling memoir of a young man’s addiction to methamphetamine tells a raw, harrowing, and ultimately hopeful tale of the road from relapse to recovery.Nic Sheff was drunk for the first time at age eleven. In the years that followed, he would regularly smoke pot, do cocaine and Ecstasy, and develop addictions to crystal meth and heroin. Even so, he felt like he would always be able to quit and put his life together whenever he needed to. It took a violent relapse one summer in California to convince him otherwise. In a voice that is raw and honest, Nic spares no detail in telling us the compelling, heartbreaking, and true story of his relapse and the road to recovery. As we watch Nic plunge into the mental and physical depths of drug addiction, he paints a picture for us of a person at odds with his past, with his family, with his substances, and with himself. It's a harrowing portrait—but not one without hope. Read more

A compelling defense of hormone replacement therapy, exposing the faulty science behind its fall from prominence and empowering women to make informed decisions about their health. For years, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) was hailed as a miracle. Study after study showed that HRT, if initiated at the onset of menopause, could ease symptoms ranging from hot flashes to memory loss; reduce the risk of heart disease, Alzheimer's, osteoporosis, and some cancers; and even extend a woman's overall life expectancy. But when a large study by the Women's Health Initiative announced results showing an uptick in breast cancer among women taking HRT, the winds shifted abruptly, and HRT, officially deemed a carcinogen, was abandoned. Now, sixteen years after HRT was left for dead, Dr. Bluming, a medical oncologist, and Dr. Tavris, a social psychologist, track its strange history and present a compelling case for its resurrection. They investigate what led the public -- and much of the medical establishment -- to accept the Women's Health Initiative's often exaggerated claims, while also providing a fuller picture of the science that supports HRT. A sobering and revelatory read, Estrogen Matters sets the record straight on this beneficial treatment and provides an empowering path to wellness for women everywhere. Read more

Stem cells are the repair cells of your body. When there aren’t enough of them, or they aren’t working properly, chronic diseases can manifest and persist. From industry leaders, sport stars, and Hollywood icons to thousands of everyday, ordinary people, stem cell therapy has helped when standard medicine failed. Many of them had lost hope. These are their stories.Neil H Riordan, author of MSC: Clinical Evidence Leading Medicine’s Next Frontier, the definitive textbook on clinical stem cell therapy, brings you an easy-to-read book about how and why stem cells work, and why they’re the wave of the future.“Neil takes readers on a riveting journey through the past, present and future of stem cell therapy. His well-researched, educational and entertaining book could change your life. I highly recommend it.” Tony Robbins, NY Times #1 Bestselling Author."100 years old will soon become the new 60. Stem cells are a key therapeutic to enable this future. Dr. Riordan’s book is your guide to why this is true and how you will benefit. A must read for anyone who cares about extending their healthy lifespan.” Peter H. Diamandis, MD; Founder, XPRIZE & Singularity University; Co-Founder, Human Longevity, Inc.; Author of NY Times Best Sellers Abundance and Bold. Read more

Discover a proven study blueprint to master your AP Biology exam with a perfect score!Are you preparing for your AP Biology exam, but you’re afraid you’re going to fail?Are you feeling overwhelmed by the sheer amount of material to study?Or do you want to master the common question types and stop worrying about passing your test?Then this book is for you.Packed with essential practice questions, handy study material, and a complete content overview of key AP Biology subject areas, this book provides students with a structured blueprint for maximizing their scores, defeating exam-related anxiety, and preparing for this crucial exam.With step-by-step lessons that cover key subject areas – including anatomy, physiology, chemistry, cell biology, and much more – students will brush up on their knowledge and develop competency that will help them overcome feelings of anxiety and sit their exams with confidence.Inside this complete AP Biology Study Guide, you will:Master Core AP Biology Subjects & Gain a Deep Familiarity With The Common Question Types – Including Multiple Choice & Free Response QuestionsStrengthen Your Knowledge of Biology, Including Anatomy, Chemistry, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology & MoreEliminate Text-Related Anxiety & Stress By Building Your Confidence & Filling Gaps In Your ExpertiseAlways Find Time To Study With Structured Lessons That You Can Easily Fit Into Your Busy LifeTest Your Skills With Mock Exams & Hundreds of Authentic Practice Questions That Mimic The Style & Complexity of The AP Biology ExamAnd Much More…Imagine if you could achieve a top score and master vital skills for advancing your education. If you’re a high-achieving student who wants to land your dream college, or if you’re a parent or educator who wants to equip young learners with the best tools for academic success, this study guide is a brilliant resource for passing the AP Biology exam.Are you ready to start studying for a perfect score? Then scroll up and click the “buy now” button today! Read more

Provides the essential information that health care researchers and health professionals need to understand the basics of qualitative researchNow in its fourth edition, this concise, accessible, and authoritative introduction to conducting and interpreting qualitative research in the health care field has been fully revised and updated.Continuing to introduce the core qualitative methods for data collection and analysis, this new edition also features chapters covering newer methods which are becoming more widely used in the health research field; examining the role of theory, the analysis of virtual and digital data, and advances in participatory approaches to research.Qualitative Research in Health Care, 4th Edition looks at the interface between qualitative and quantitative research in primary mixed method studies, case study research, and secondary analysis and evidence synthesis. The book further offers chapters covering: different research designs, ethical issues in qualitative research; interview, focus group and observational methods; and documentary and conversation analysis. A succinct, and practical guide quickly conveying the essentials of qualitative researchUpdated with chapters on new and increasingly used methods of data collection including digital and web researchFeatures new examples and up-to-date references and further reading The fourth edition of Qualitative Research in Health Care is relevant to health care professionals, researchers and students in health and related disciplines. Read more

Madhushi Fernando, a former clinical research coordinator, created this ultimate beginner's guide to serve as the perfect foundation for individuals seeking entry into the clinical trials industry as study coordinators. Clinical research coordinators play a pivotal role and is the backbone of any clinical trial . This short guide captures the basic essentials of the duties of a clinical research coordinator and is designed to ease novice study coordinators into their new roles, sharpen skills and equip study coordinators to troubleshoot and understand practical situations at trial sites. This guide is extremely readable and very comprehensive. One can read through it in a single sitting and understand the profound aspects of clinical research with a light tone.I would like to wish best of luck in your career search as clinical research coordinators. Your competence makes a big difference in the clinical research industry! Read more

** Get info on bulk orders & how to get a free chapter at https://www.pharmagellan.com/books **If you work in or around biotech, you’re supposed to understand clinical trial results. But what if you’re not an expert in study design or biostatistics? You may feel out of your comfort zone when faced with a journal article, press release, or investor presentation.The Pharmagellan Guide to Analyzing Biotech Clinical Trials is a comprehensive primer to help non-experts evaluate clinical studies of new therapies.Structured roadmap for assessing the main components of a planned or completed biotech trial.Clear explanations of the most common concepts and terms in clinical studies, illustrated with over 100 real-world examples.Deep dives on essential topics like P values, sample size calculations, and Kaplan-Meier curves, written in plain English for non-statisticians.Pointers for interpreting positive and negative results, understanding common figures and tables, and identifying red flags in press releases.If you're a biotech executive, investor, adviser, or entrepreneur -- or aspire to be one -- this handbook will give you the foundation you need to analyze clinical trials with more confidence. Read more

Reproducibility is fundamental to the scientific method. After reading a paper describing research findings, a scientist should be able to repeat the experiment and obtain the same results. Yet an alarming number—perhaps as high as 90 percent—of published biomedical research papers face challenges in independent replication. Such issues range from honest mistakes to outright fraud. The scope of this crisis, however, underscores deeper systemic issues within the scientific community: its culture, incentives, and institutions.In Unreliable, the distinguished scientist Csaba Szabo examines the causes and consequences of the reproducibility crisis in biomedical research, showing why the factors that encourage misconduct stem from flaws in real-world science. There are many culprits, including commonplace research methods and dubious statistical techniques. Academic career incentives, hypercompetition for grant funding, and a bias toward publishing positive results have exacerbated the problem. Deliberate data manipulation and fabricated findings churned out by “paper mills” are disturbingly common. Academic institutions and publishers, for their part, have perpetuated a culture of impunity.Szabo explores how these failures have hindered scientific progress and impeded the development of new treatments, and he introduces readers to the “science sleuths” who tirelessly uncover misconduct. He proposes comprehensive reforms, from scientific training to the grant system through the publication process, to address the root causes of the crisis. Written in clear language and leavened with a keen sense of irony, Unreliable is an essential account of the reproducibility crisis that gives readers an inside look at how science is actually done. Read more

An award-winning investigative journalist's horrifying true crime story of America's deadliest drug contamination outbreak and the greed and deception that fueled it. Two pharmacists sit in a Boston courtroom accused of murder. The weapon: the fungus Exserohilum rostratum. The death count: 100 and rising. Kill Shot is the story of their hubris and fraud, discovered by a team of medical detectives who raced against the clock to hunt the killers and the fungal meningitis they'd unleashed."Bloodthirsty" is how doctors described the fungal microbe that contaminated thousands of drug vials produced by the New England Compounding Center (NECC). Though NECC chief Barry Cadden called his company the "Ferrari of Compounders," it was a slapdash operation of unqualified staff, mold-ridden lab surfaces, and hastily made medications that were injected into approximately 14,000 people. Once inside some of its human hosts, the fungus traveled through the tough tissue around the spine and wormed upward to the "deep brain," our control center for balance, breath, and the vital motor functions of life.Now, investigative journalist Jason Dearen turns a spotlight on this tragedy--the victims, the heroes, and the perpetrators--and the legal loopholes that allowed it to occur. Kill Shot forces a powerful but unchecked industry out of the shadows. Read more

This text provides students with a solid foundation for understanding data analysis and specific statistical techniques. Focusing on the most current and frequently used statistical methods in today's health care literature, the book covers essential material for a variety of program levels including in-depth courses beyond the basic statistics course. Well-organized, clear text discussions and great learning tools help students overcome the complexities and fully comprehend the concepts of this often intimidating area of study. Read more

What causes multiple sclerosis?When will there be a cure?Dr. Howard Weiner has spent nearly three decades trying to find answers to the mysteries of multiple sclerosis, an utterly confounding and debilitating disease that afflicts almost half a million Americans. Curing MS is his moving, personal account of the long-term scientific quest to pinpoint the origins of the disease and to find a breakthrough treatment for its victims. Dr. Weiner has been at the cutting edge of MS research and drug development, and he describes in clear and illuminating detail the science behind the symptoms and how new drugs may hold the key to "taming the monster." From the "Twenty-one Points" of MS--a concise breakdown of the knowns and unknowns of the disease--to stories from the frontlines of laboratories and hospitals, Curing MS offers a message of hope about new treatments and makes a powerful argument that a cure can--and will--be found. Read more

"I am most excited and impressed with the scope and focus of this work. As I began to read it, I had trouble putting it down. It is highly readable, engaging, all-inclusive, and most informative." Jean Watson, RN, PhD, HNC, FAAN "I am honored and delighted to recommend this text for all nurses who cared for and care about patients." from the Foreword by May Wykle, RN, PhD, FAAN This book places comfort at the forefront of nursing care, by presenting a carefully researched theory of comfort that nurses can use as a framework for practice. Engagingly written, the book combines a first-person account of the development of the theory with supporting research, and practical information for its application. Kolcaba analyzes the concept of comfort; describes its physical, psychospiritual, environmental and sociocultural components; evaluates its meaning in the many different contexts in which health care occurs; and describes how it can be measured. The appendix includes comfort care questionnaires that can be used with patients in many settings, and a comfort scale that can be used with patients for a quick assessment of comfort. Clinicians, researchers, educators, and students will find this holistic approach helpful in setting priorities and parameters for patient care. Read more

Master Perianesthesia Nursing Concepts and Get Fully Prepared for the CAPA Exam with This Expert Study GuideAre you a dedicated nurse seeking to advance your credentials with the CAPA certification?Do you want a structured and professional study guide that covers every major exam topic in depth—while also helping you improve your clinical decision-making and test-taking skills?Then this is the guide you’ve been waiting for.Created for aspiring Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurses, this comprehensive study guide includes practical exercises, realistic case scenarios, and full-length practice questions that follow the structure and complexity of the official CAPA exam.Based on the most current CAPA exam outline, this guide will walk you through critical perianesthesia topics like patient care, pharmacology, anesthesia principles, emergency response, safety protocols, special populations, and professional issues—offering both foundational theory and applied knowledge.Whether you’re reviewing key concepts or learning them for the first time, this book offers a reliable blueprint for CAPA success.✅ Inside This Study Guide, You’ll Discover:- A Structured Overview of the CAPA Exam and Key Question Types- In-Depth Reviews on Preoperative & Postoperative Patient Care- Pharmacology, Safety, and Anesthesia Management Made Clear- Full-Length Practice Test with Answer Keys and Detailed Rationales- Real-World Patient Scenarios and Case-Based Exercises- Study Plans, Exam Tips, and Confidence-Building StrategiesWritten in clear and accessible language, this study guide is ideal for busy nurses, recent graduates, or experienced professionals returning to certification. With a focus on clinical application and real exam readiness, this is more than just a review—it’s a professional development tool designed to elevate your perianesthesia nursing practice.💡 Take your CAPA exam prep to the next level. Master the material. Sharpen your skills. Elevate your career.Ready to advance your certification and your confidence? Scroll up and click the “buy now” button to start studying today. Read more

PTCB Exam Study Guide 2025-2026 Edition: Your Ultimate Path to Certification SuccessEmbarking on the journey to becoming a certified pharmacy technician can feel overwhelming, but with the PTCB Exam Study Guide 2025-2026 Edition, you’ll have all the tools you need to ace your exam with confidence. Tailored specifically for aspiring pharmacy technicians, this comprehensive guide is packed with essential knowledge, practical strategies, and invaluable resources to ensure your success.What Makes This Guide Stand Out?Complete Coverage of Exam Topics: From pharmacy laws and regulatory standards to medication safety, compounding, billing, and pharmacy calculations, every chapter is meticulously designed to address core areas of the PTCB exam.Realistic Practice Questions: Sharpen your skills with 90-question full-length practice exams, mock clinical scenarios, and chapter review questions that mimic the actual test format.Step-by-Step Solutions: Gain clarity on complex pharmacy calculations and problem-solving techniques with detailed answers and explanations.4-Week Study Plan: Organize your study time effectively with a printable and easy-to-follow study schedule that ensures you cover all exam essentials.Extra Resources: Discover top-rated apps, websites, and tools that provide additional support for mastering pharmacy concepts and staying exam-ready.Why Choose This Guide?Build Exam Confidence: The guide simplifies complex concepts, helping you develop a deep understanding of pharmacy principles while boosting your test-taking confidence.Improve Accuracy and Speed: Learn strategies for avoiding common pitfalls, deciphering SIG codes, processing prescriptions accurately, and managing time effectively during the exam.Stay Fully Prepared: Gain insights into industry standards, billing processes, and real-world scenarios to not only pass the test but also excel in your career.Access Ongoing Support: With additional contacts for PTCB and state pharmacy boards, as well as information on resources available after certification, this guide supports you every step of the way.Who Is This Guide For?This book is perfect for students, working professionals, and anyone looking to secure their pharmacy technician certification. Whether you’re just starting your journey or brushing up on your skills, the PTCB Exam Study Guide 2025-2026 Edition is your trusted companion to exam success.Invest in your future today and take the first step toward becoming a confident, certified pharmacy technician! Read more

Empowering the public with revolutionary insights into cancer and potentially life-saving solutions.Step into a world where the science of cancer becomes accessible to all. In this groundbreaking book, cancer’s complexities are demystified, unveiling a fresh interpretation that holds the power to revolutionise how we approach its treatment. Written with the lay person in mind, it navigates the intricate labyrinth of cancer, translating the science into relatable concepts that resonate with all readers. By bringing this vital knowledge into the public domain, individuals are empowered to take an active role in their own health.The proposition presented is simple: to effectively treat a disease, we must first identify its root cause. The bone of contention: we are forging ahead to create cancer treatments even though the underlying cause of cancer has not yet been identified – a reality highlighted by the many different theories of cancer that exist, and a failure to create a cure. Unable to establish a causal mechanism may explain why mainstream treatments provide no guarantee of success. A fresh perspective that provides new treatment options, therefore, is urgently needed.Enter Mark Lintern, a visionary researcher who's developed a revolutionary new model of cancer that purports to have identified cancer's elusive origin. Over eight painstaking years of research, Mark unveils a formidable body of evidence that challenges prevailing beliefs and unveils an overlooked thread of consistency within the complex fabric of the disease. He compellingly demonstrates that certain pathogens possess not only the ability to initiate cancer, but also to actively drive its progression through a suppressive mechanism of control not yet considered by scientists.In a stunning twist that challenges conventional wisdom and corroborates Mark’s research, emerging evidence has shattered the consensus view. The latest studies unequivocally confirm the presence of micro-organisms within every tumour analysed to date. This astonishing revelation has left the scientific community grappling with urgent questions: are these micro-organisms passive bystanders or key drivers of cancerous conditions? In support of Mark's new model, Ravid Straussman – who made the discovery – proposes that it may be the latter.Supported by an impressive array of over 800 references, Mark sheds light on the pivotal role played by pathogens in driving the Warburg effect, a core feature of the disease that, up until now, remained unexplained. Most astonishingly, his model seamlessly integrates all 10 Hanahan and Weinberg Hallmarks, unravelling the complex tapestry of cancer's origins.The impact of Mark's work is so profound and unique that a recent online webinar (February 2023) attracted over 200 esteemed medical professionals, convening to examine and evaluate his paradigm-shifting interpretation of cancer. The consensus among these luminaries was unequivocal – an overwhelming endorsement of his groundbreaking cancer model, now referred to as the Cell Suppression Theory of cancer. Recognizing the profound implications of Mark's work, they offer a glimmer of hope to countless cancer patients through the additional treatment options proposed in his research.Whether Mark has truly unearthed the elusive cause of cancer or unravelled another layer of its mystifying complexity is for you to decide. Within these pages lies the key to transforming the lives of cancer patients and forever altering the course of this devastating disease. Mark's seminal work represents a beacon of hope, with the potential to revolutionise survival outcomes and ignite renewed optimism among patients and prevention advocates. Through the lens of cell suppression, the confusing and irrational behaviour of cancer starts to make sense. Read more

This eBook has basics of meta-analysis with basic steps in R; mostly utilizing “metafor” and “meta” package. The ebook could help in developing foundations. Read more

Everything you wish they told you at the doctor's office about concussion recovery.The Concussion Companion is the ultimate handbook for anyone struggling with long-term concussion recovery and those supporting them.In the summer of 2019, Stacey Smith suffered a life-altering concussion. After struggling to find the information and specialists she needed to navigate a long and complicated recovery, she compiled the research and recovery best practices that helped her the most so that others would not have to go through the struggle that she did.This comprehensive, research-driven book speaks directly to the hearts of people experiencing long-term concussion recovery. It is straightforward, easy to read, and actionable.Inside, you’ll discover:A step-by-step approach to recoveryA list of specialists who treat concussions, which symptoms they address, and how to find themHow to support and fuel your body’s healing in ways they don’t discuss at the doctor’s officeTips, tricks, and tools for getting through the daysValidation that what you are experiencing is not “all in your head”Vulnerable stories and insights from someone who has walked the path and is now thrivingAnd more...Don’t waste any more time going through the pain you’re going through. The answers you are seeking are in this book. Get The Concussion Companion today! Read more

Rosalind Franklin: air-raid warden, scientist, pioneer. Uncover fascinating facts about the extraordinary life of trailblazing scientist, Rosalind Franklin. A Life Story: This gripping series throws the reader directly into the lives of modern society's most influential figures. With striking black-and-white illustration along with timelines and never-heard-before facts. Also in the series: Katherine Johnson: A Life StoryStephen Hawking: A Life StoryAlan Turing: A Life Story Read more

This greatly expanded third edition of Survival Analysis- A Self-learning Text provides a highly readable description of state-of-the-art methods of analysis of survival/event-history data. This text is suitable for researchers and statisticians working in the medical and other life sciences as well as statisticians in academia who teach introductory and second-level courses on survival analysis. The third edition continues to use the unique "lecture-book" format of the first two editions with one new chapter, additional sections and clarifications to several chapters, and a revised computer appendix. The Computer Appendix, with step-by-step instructions for using the computer packages STATA, SAS, and SPSS, is expanded this third edition to include the software package R. Read more

With new statistical and scientific issues arising in adaptive clinical trial design, including the U.S. FDA's recent draft guidance, a new edition of one of the first books on the topic is needed. Adaptive Design Methods in Clinical Trials, Second Edition reflects recent developments and regulatory positions on the use of adaptive designs in clini Read more