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  Neurological Disorders -...

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  In this comprehensive series, we delve into three distinct yet impactful health conditions that affect millions of individuals across the globe. Parkinson's Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects movement, leading to tremors, stiffness, and balance problems. This progressive condition challenges not only the individuals living with it but also their families and caregivers, requiring ongoing management and adjustment to daily life. By understanding the causes, symptoms, and current treatments available, we aim to shed light on this complex disease and offer strategies for living with it. 
  Next, we explore Sciatica, a condition caused by the compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, which can result in sharp, radiating pain in the lower back and legs. Sciatica can be debilitating, often limiting mobility and affecting one's ability to perform routine tasks. We will examine its causes, the various forms it takes, and the most effective treatments, from physical therapy to medication, offering practical advice on managing the pain and improving quality of life. 
  Lastly, we address Shingles, a viral infection caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox virus. While commonly known for the painful rash it produces, shingles can also lead to severe nerve pain that persists long after the rash has healed, a condition known as postherpetic neuralgia. This book explores the risk factors, symptoms, and treatments available, along with preventive measures such as vaccination. By providing in-depth information, we aim to empower individuals to better understand and manage shingles, reducing its impact on their health and well-being. 
  Through these books, we seek to provide a detailed and compassionate approach to understanding these conditions.

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  Hypnotherapy for chocolate...

  Stuart Newman

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  If you have a chocolate addiction and are looking to quit binge eating, hypnotherapy with Stu Newman of DST Hypno may be the perfect solution for you.  
  With years of experience helping people overcome addictions, Stu is an expert in his field and can provide the guidance needed to break free from your unhealthy habits.  
  Through hypnosis techniques such as visualization, guided imagery and positive affirmations, he will help reprogram your mind so that it no longer craves unhealthy foods like chocolate.  
  Additionally, he will also work with you on developing healthy lifestyle habits that can ensure long-term success in overcoming your addiction once and for all.  
  So if you're ready to take control over food cravings once more then don't hesitate - try out hypnotherapy today!

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  Sciatica - Managing and...

  Lilly Richardsen

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  Sciatica is a condition characterized by pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which extends from the lower back down through the hips, buttocks, and legs. This pain typically affects only one side of the body and can range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating pain. The underlying cause of sciatica is usually compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, often due to a herniated disc, bone spur, or spinal stenosis. While sciatica itself is not a disease, it is a symptom of an underlying issue affecting the lower spine. 
  One of the most common causes of sciatic nerve irritation is a herniated or slipped disc in the lumbar spine. When the soft, gel-like center of a spinal disc pushes through its tougher outer layer, it can press against the sciatic nerve, leading to inflammation and pain. In addition, conditions such as degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, and spinal stenosis can also contribute to sciatic pain by narrowing the spaces within the spine and putting pressure on the nerve roots. Other factors, including muscle tightness, injury, or prolonged sitting, can further aggravate the condition. 
  Symptoms of sciatica can vary widely depending on the severity of the nerve compression. Some individuals experience a sharp, shooting pain that travels from the lower back down the leg, while others may feel a persistent ache, numbness, or tingling in the affected area. In more severe cases, muscle weakness or difficulty moving the leg or foot may occur. The pain can worsen with prolonged sitting, standing, or sudden movements such as coughing or sneezing. Understanding the specific symptoms and their triggers is essential in determining the most effective treatment approach.

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  The Business of Medicine - The...

  Tung Giep M.D.

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  What every new physician needs to know now . . . and every practicing doctor wishes they had known. 
  Transitioning from medical school to practice is exhilarating—but navigating the complexities of the healthcare industry can be daunting. In The Business of Medicine, Dr. Tung Giep reveals the essential insights every new physician needs to thrive in their career. 
  In The Business of Medicine, Dr. Tung Giep lifts the veil of the healthcare industry to expose the underbelly that every new doctor needs to know to join a new practice and begin your career.Are you clear on your career goals and career path?What are the different malpractice insurances?What are your employment options?What questions should you ask during a job interview?How do you assess the best compensation package?What red flags should you look for before signing a contract?How do you get in and out of a contract if needed . . . or can you?How do you negotiate your contract? 
  From understanding employment options and negotiating contracts to spotting red flags and choosing the right malpractice insurance, this guide demystifies the business side of medicine with practical advice and a touch of humor. Drawing on decades of experience as a neonatologist and medical director, Dr. Giep shares his wisdom to help you avoid costly missteps and build a career you can be proud of. 
  Whether you’re joining your first practice or charting a long-term path, this book is the definitive resource to help you start strong and succeed in the profession you’ve worked so hard to enter.

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  Superhuman: The Future of Drugs...

  Michael Bess

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  The next wave of technological change will shape not just our gizmos and gadgets, but our own bodies and minds. Join award-winning historian Michael Bess to learn what to expect from the “Superhuman Revolution.”In the near future, developments in bioenhancement technologies will not only alter how we make a living, communicate, and interact with each other, but will offer direct and precise control over our own physical and mental states. People will be able to sculpt their own selfhood over time, reshaping their bodies, augmenting their cognition, micro-managing their emotions and moods, and reconfiguring their character and personality. In this captivating audio series from Michael Bess, author of Our Grandchildren, Redesigned: Life in the Bioengineered Society of the Near Future, you’ll explore the promise and peril of tinkering with human bodies and identities. In these 28 illuminating lectures, you’ll examine the challenges posed to human civilization by developments in pharmaceuticals, bioelectronics, and genetics. Using an interdisciplinary approach, you’ll tackle a series of provocative questions, including:To what extent can human personhood be modified before it begins to break down? What would be the likely social and cultural consequences if practices of human redesign were to be widely adopted?How much can we control the direction in which science, medicine, and technology are taking our civilization?This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

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  I Human - AI Automation and the...

  Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic

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  Will artificial intelligence improve the way we work and live, or will it alienate us? The choice is ours. What will we decide? 
   
   
   
  It's no secret that AI is changing the way we live, work, love, and entertain ourselves. Dating apps are using AI to pick our potential partners. Retailers are using AI to predict our behavior and desires. Rogue actors are using AI to persuade us with Twitter bots and fake news. Companies are using AI to hire us—or not. 
   
   
   
  This is just the beginning. As AI becomes smarter and more humanlike, our societies, our economies, and our humanity will undergo the most dramatic changes we've seen since the Agricultural Revolution. Some of these changes will enhance our species. Others may dehumanize us and make us more machinelike in our interactions with others. It's up to us to adapt and determine how we want to live and work. 
   
   
    
  Are you ready? 
   
   
   
  In I, Human psychologist Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic offers a guide for reclaiming ourselves in a world in which most of our decisions will be made for us. To do so, we'll need to double down on what makes us so special—our curiosity, adaptability, and emotional intelligence—while relying on the lost virtues of empathy, humility, and self-control. 
   
   
    
  Filled with big-think fascinations and practical wisdom, I, Human is the book we need to thrive in the future.

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