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  Australia on the Brink

  Ian Lowe

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  In 1996, the first independent national report on the state of Australia’s environment found that we faced serious problems. With increasing urgency, five subsequent reports declared those problems were all getting worse, each calling for immediate action to protect our future. The 2021 report determined that, ‘Overall, the state and trend of the environment of Australia are poor and deteriorating as a result of increasing pressures from climate change, habitat loss, invasive species, pollution and resource extraction,’ and warned of the dramatic impact on our health and living standards. It is now clearer than ever that the consequences of long-term inaction are upon us.Accelerating climate change and the loss of our unique biodiversity are the most obvious signs of the grim outlook for future generations of Australians. But the international trends are equally worrying, with quixotic economic systems casting doubt on the wisdom of running down our domestic production of essential goods and services in favour of a dependence on trade. It is no exaggeration to conclude that Australian society itself is at risk.In Australia on the Brink, Ian Lowe argues that the essential first steps in addressing these threats are stabilising the global climate and protecting our local biota. We must also change the emphasis of resource extraction from a damaging reliance on trade to improving our capacity to meet our own needs. This is our best – perhaps our only – chance of restoring a sense of social stability, and the equality of opportunity that was once a hallmark of this country.

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  I'm So Effing Hungry - Why We...

  MD Amy Shah

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  Amy Shah, MD, leading medical doctor and Instagram personality @fastingmd, shares her proven 5-step program for battling excessive hunger and food cravings by harnessing the power of psychobiotics and intermittent fasting. 
   
  “My mission is to revolutionize the way we think about hunger and nutrition, and to help people manage hunger and cravings and break free from the tyranny of diets and battles with food. I’ve seen my program work for people all over the world. And it will work for you, too.” —from the introduction by Dr. Amy Shah 
  Dr. Amy Shah kept hearing the same complaints from her patients: “I feel hungry all the time, even when I just ate.” “My cravings are out of control.” They were white-knuckling it through yet another diet plan, only to feel depleted, frustrated, and really effing hungry. 
  So she created I’m So Effing Hungry, a science-based plan designed to help you take charge of your health and your cravings, without feeling deprived. As Dr. Shah explains, cravings aren’t your fault—and eating a healthier diet isn’t just a matter of self-discipline or willpower. There are powerful biological forces at play in your body that govern your hunger levels and cravings. 
  Drawing on the emerging science of psychobiotics—healthy gut bacteria that help improve mood and regulate hunger, weight, and cravings—Dr. Shah has created a 5-step plan to help you make peace with food and your body: 
  STEP 1. REPLENISH: your body by eating more nourishing, mood-balancing foods. 
  STEP 2. REWIRE: your brain to undo the addiction pathways and cravings for processed foods. 
  STEP 3. RESET: your circadian rhythm to activate hunger hormones that reduce your appetite. 
  STEP 4. REFRESH: with a good night’s sleep, using proven good sleep habits used by the U.S. military. 
  STEP 5. RETRAIN: your body with exercise that regulates key neurotransmitters that influence our hunger response. 
  Complete with more than thirty delicious recipes and peppered with easy Hunger Hacks and Cravings Crushers—like eating walnuts to reduce hunger and getting direct sunlight first thing in the morning—I’m So Effing Hungry is a complete guide to help you reframe decades-old dieting patterns and stop fighting the scale. 
  Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

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  Pulmonology - Lung Diseases and...

  Ava Westwood

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  Pulmonology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases affecting the respiratory system. The respiratory system, comprising the lungs, airways, and associated structures, is vital for the process of respiration, which allows the body to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide. Pulmonology addresses a broad range of conditions, from common ailments like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to more complex disorders such as lung cancer, pulmonary hypertension, and interstitial lung disease. This field plays a critical role in ensuring optimal lung health and preventing the potentially debilitating effects of respiratory conditions. 
  The importance of pulmonology has grown significantly in recent years due to the increasing prevalence of respiratory diseases worldwide. Factors such as air pollution, smoking, and the global rise in respiratory infections have contributed to the heightened demand for specialized care in pulmonology. Chronic respiratory diseases, such as asthma and COPD, are among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality globally. Early diagnosis, effective treatment, and ongoing management are key to improving quality of life and reducing the burden of these diseases on patients and healthcare systems. 
  Pulmonologists are medical professionals who specialize in diagnosing and treating respiratory diseases. They are trained to perform a variety of diagnostic procedures, including pulmonary function tests, imaging studies, and bronchoscopy, to assess lung function and identify underlying conditions. Pulmonologists also manage respiratory diseases through a combination of pharmacological treatments, lifestyle modifications, and, in some cases, surgical interventions. They work closely with other healthcare providers, including primary care physicians, oncologists, and thoracic surgeons, to deliver comprehensive care for patients with complex respiratory conditions.

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  Mastering Multi-Cloud Paradigm...

  Barjender Paul

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  Building Tomorrow's Enterprise: Embracing the Multi-Cloud Era with AWS, Azure, and GCP. 
  Book Description
  This book is a comprehensive guide designed for IT professionals and enterprise architects, providing step-by-step instructions for creating and implementing tailored multi-cloud strategies. Covering key areas such as security, performance, cost management, and disaster recovery, it ensures robust and efficient cloud deployments. 
  This book will help you learn to develop custom multi-cloud solutions that align with the organization's specific needs and goals. It includes in-depth discussions on cloud design patterns, architecture designs, and industry best practices. The book offers advanced networking strategies and DNS design insights to optimize system reliability, scalability, and performance. Practical tips help readers navigate the complexities of multi-cloud environments, ensuring seamless integration and management across different cloud platforms. 
  Whether new to cloud concepts or an experienced practitioner looking to enhance your skills, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to excel in your role. By following expert guidance and best practices, you can confidently design and implement multi-cloud strategies that foster innovation and operational excellence in your organization. 
  
  Table of Contents
  
  1. Getting Started with Multi-Cloud
  2. Cloud Computing Concepts
  3. Building a Solid Foundation
  4. Security and Governance in Multi-Cloud
  5. Designing Network Solution
  6. DNS in a Multi-Cloud Landscape
  7. Architecture Design Pattern in Multi-Cloud
  8. FinOps in Multi-Cloud
  9. The Role of Automation and Orchestration
  10. Multi-Cloud Monitoring
  11. Resilience and Disaster Recovery   
  Index

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  Global Burning - Rising...

  Eve Darian-Smith

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  Recent years have seen out of control wildfires rage across remote Brazilian rainforests, densely populated California coastlines, and major cities in Australia. What connects these separate events is more than immediate devastation and human loss of life. In Global Burning, Eve Darian-Smith contends that using fire as a symbolic and literal thread connecting different places around the world allows us to better understand the parallel, and related, trends of the growth of authoritarian politics and climate crises and their interconnected global consequences. 
   
   
   
  As political leaders and big business work together in the pursuit of profits and power, anti-environmentalism has become an essential political tool enabling the rise of extreme right governments and energizing their populist supporters. These are the governments that deny climate science, reject environmental protection laws, and foster exclusionary worldviews that exacerbate climate injustice. 
   
   
   
  The widespread fires demand acknowledgment of the global systems of inequality that undergird them, connecting the political erosion of liberal democracy with the corrosion of the environment. In thinking through wildfires as environmental and political phenomenon, Global Burning challenges listeners to confront the interlocking powers that are ensuring our future ecological collapse.

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  Bridging Smiles - The Evolution...

  Ryan P. Robinson

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  Dr. Ryan Robinson should have been a statistic. Instead, he became a successful owner of multiple dental and medical practices—all before the age of forty. In 2015, with his first practice thriving, it looked like he already had “the life.” But inside, despite the external success, he had hit a personal rock bottom, burned out on dental work, and he realized he wasn’t truly passionate about the work. After asking himself, “Why am I here on this earth?” he recalibrated to find the answer and think bigger than ever before.

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