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Illness: The Cry of the Flesh
Paperback,
20/08/2008,
£19.99
£17.99
What is illness? Is it a physiological dysfunction, a social label, or a way of experiencing the world? How do the physical, social and emotional worlds of a person change when they become ill? This title explores these questions by weaving together the personal story of author's own serious illness.
Instant Notes in Immunology 2ed
Paperback,
18/12/2003,
£21.00
£14.70
Detailing concise yet comprehensive coverage of immunology at an undergraduate level, this text provides easy access to the core information in the field. It covers all important areas in immunology in a format which should be ideal for learning and rapid revision.
Mosby's Pathology for Massage Therapists
Paperback,
21/07/2004,
£35.99
£25.19
Provides resource on pathology and pathophysiology to helps students adapt their technique to ease pain and discomfort, promote healing, and avoid treatment when contraindicated. This book discusses 300 pathologies and conditions organized by the body system. It also covers sanitation procedures and hygiene.
Medical Microbiology: A Guide to Microbial Infections: Pathogenesis, Immunity, Laboratory Diagnosis and Control 17ed
06/06/2007,
£48.99
£34.29
Covers: microbial biology; infection and immunity; bacterial pathogens and associated diseases; viral pathogens and associated diseases; fungal pathogens and parasitic infections; and, diagnosis, treatment and control of infection.
How the Immune System Works 2ed
Paperback,
28/01/2003,
£20.50
£14.35
Offers an introduction to the principles of the human immune system. This book includes: updates on the pathophysiology of immunology; more than 20 figures outlining key concepts; and, questions that help to simulate classroom discussion.
Lyme: The First Epidemic of Climate Change
Hardback,
01/05/2018,
£20.99
£18.89
Through stories about the struggles of Lyme victims, Pfeiffer shows that Lyme is the first in a new trend of epidemics linked to climate change.
Pathophysiology: The Biologic Basis for Disease in Adults and Children 8ed
Hardback,
14/02/2018,
£106.99
£96.29
Pale Rider: The Spanish Flu of 1918 and How it Changed the World
Paperback,
07/06/2018,
£10.99
£9.00
Pale Rider is not just an excavation but a reimagining of the past' GuardianWith a death toll of between 50 and 100 million people and a global reach, the Spanish flu of 1918-1920 was the greatest human disaster, not only of the twentieth century, but possibly in all of recorded history.
Disease Management : A guide to Clinical Pharmacology 3ed
Paperback,
29/07/2016,
£54.00
£48.60
Disease Management is a comprehensive introduction to the management of diseases which are commonly encountered in primary care.
MIGRATION, ILLNESS AND HEALTHCARE
Paperback,
01/12/2016,
£32.99
£29.69
As migration increases, it is essential for healthcare professionals to consider the differing needs of migrants in order to competently provide them with quality care. This book explores the limited existing information around migrants' healthcare experiences, and offers practical guidance, together with clinical examples, to aid better practice.
Oxford Handbook of Clinical Immunology and Allergy 4ed
Paperback,
29/07/2019,
£34.99
£31.49
Fully updated to include the latest guidelines for treatment, new diseases and therapies, and filled with cross-references for a comprehensive overview of the field, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Immunology and Allergy 4th edition is the invaluable guide for all clinicians and laboratory staff interested in immunology.
Duty of Care
Paperback,
03/09/2020,
£8.99
£8.09
The first book to tell the full story of the Covid-19 pandemic, from an NHS doctor working inside hospitals to save lives and combat the virus on the front line.
Illness: The Cry of the Flesh 3ed
Paperback,
01/08/2018,
£36.99
£33.29
What is illness? How do the physical, social and emotional worlds of a person change when they become ill? Can there be well-being within illness? Carel explores these questions by weaving together the personal story of her own illness with reflections drawn from her work as a philosopher.
Shot to Save the World: The Remarkable Race and Ground-Breaking Science Behind the Covid-19 Vaccines
Hardback,
28/10/2021,
£20.00
£18.00
Keep Calm and Trust the Science: An Extraordinary Year in the Life of an Immunologist
Hardback,
29/10/2021,
£14.99
£13.49
What is life like at the edge of science in a pandemic? World renowned immunologist Professor Luke O'Neill tells all, sharing his diaries from the front-line of the scientific fight for a vaccine as the world grappled with Covid 19.
The Power Of Hope: The moving no.1 bestselling memoir from TV's Kate Garraway
Paperback,
17/02/2022,
£8.99
£8.09
The Life Scientific: Virus Hunters
Paperback,
06/01/2022,
£9.99
£8.99
The inspiring life stories of leading scientists as heard on BBC Radio 4
Spike: The Virus vs. The People - the Inside Story
Paperback,
07/04/2022,
£9.99
£8.99
One of the first books on Covid-19 from an expert in emerging infectious disease.
Moonshot: Inside Pfizer's Nine-month Race to Make the Impossible Possible
Hardback,
17/03/2022,
£20.00
£18.00
The exclusive, first-hand, behind-the-scenes story of how Pfizer raced to create the first Covid-19 vaccine, told by Pfizer's CEO Dr. Albert Bourla
Oxford Handbook of Tropical Medicine 5ed
Paperback,
07/03/2022,
£34.99
£31.49
The new edition of this unique handbook continues to provide an accessible and comprehensive, signs-and-symptoms based source of information on medical problems commonly seen in the tropics. A practical guide to diagnosis and management for medical practitioners and students, it provides vital information at the reader's fingertips.
COVID-19 The Conspiracy Theories
Paperback,
18/08/2022,
£8.99
£8.09
A clear-eyed examination of the widespread theories and misconceptions about the COVID pandemic and official responses to it.
Viruses: Intimate Invaders
Paperback,
03/03/2022,
£17.99
£16.19
This book guides through the fascinating world of viruses and makes readers enjoy science in an accessible way.
Pandemic Diaries: The inside story of Britain's battle against Covid
Hardback,
06/12/2022,
£25.00
£22.50
Drawing on a wealth of never-before-seen material, including official records, Matt Hancock's notes at the time and communications with all the key players in Britain's Covid-19 story, this candid account reveals the inner workings of government during a time of national crisis.
Safe and Clean Care
Paperback,
01/01/2009,
£15.00
£13.50
Safe and Clean Care is the responsibility of all those working in Health and Social Care and this book will provide much-needed guidance on responsibility, accountability and good practice with respect to infection prevention and control.
Disease Management: A Guide for Case Managers
7,
17/03/2005,
£40.99
£28.69
Written specifically for case managers, this reference presents a practical integration of disease management and case management to ensure comprehensive coverage of these two rapidly evolving and expanding fields. It explains and clarifies these two areas with in-depth expert commentary that offers a fresh, contemporary approach.
Flesh and Bones of Immunology
Paperback,
28/12/2005,
£21.99
£15.39
Presents an accessible account of immunology. This title covers all the key concepts med students need with no gaps. It can be used either as an introduction to a topic, or as a revision aid. It depicts difficult concepts using cartoon-strip illustrations, which enable rapid understanding and assimilation of information.
Clinical Immunology 2ed
Paperback,
10/03/2016,
£44.99
£40.49
Clinical Immunology gives an insight into the function of the immune system, the front line of defence against pathological disease, and the diagnostic techniques used to identify associated malfunctions and disorders.
Disease and Medicine in World History
Paperback,
19/06/2003,
£34.99
£24.49
This volume provides a concise introduction to the diverse ideas about disease and its treatment throughout the world. Drawing on case studies from ancient Egypt to 21st-century America and Europe, this survey discusses concepts of sickness and forms of treatment in different cultures.
Clinical Guide to Nutrition and Dietary Supplements in Disease Management
Hardback,
05/02/2004,
£58.99
£41.29
Provides a contemporary approach to the use of lifestyle, herbal, and nutritional interventions in health care. This book demonstrates the biological plausibility of using supplements in clinical care, and supports the scientific validity of such interventions by referring to clinical trials. It is useful to health professionals.
Pathology: PreTest Self-Assessment and Review 13ed
Paperback,
01/04/2010,
£30.99
£21.69
The perfect way to assess knowledge for the USMLE Step 1 and pathology course exams, this review features 500 USMLE-format questions, answers, and concise but comprehensive explanations of both correct and incorrect answer options.
Patient Safety research into practice
7,
01/11/2005,
£29.99
£26.99
This book presents a research-based perspective on patient safety, drawing together the most recent ideas and thinking from researchers on how to research and understand patient safety issues, and how research findings are used to shape policy and practice.
Microbiology and Infection Prevention and Control for Nursing Students
Paperback,
12/02/2016,
£25.99
£23.39
Provides a clear explanation of the science as well as the practical and clinical aspects of infection prevention and control; giving students a more robust knowledge base to better prepare them for taking on future leadership roles in this area.
Brain Storms: The Race to Unlock the Mysteries of Parkinson's
Hardback,
17/09/2015,
£15.99
£14.39
Seven million people worldwide suffer from Parkinson's, with more men having the disease than women. Yet it remains an enigma, with doctors, researchers hunting for a cure. This title chronicles how scientists have laboured to crack the mystery of what was once called the 'shaking palsy', from the clinical descriptions to the neuroscience.
Ebola: The Natural and Human History
Paperback,
02/10/2014,
£5.99
£5.39
In 1976 a deadly virus emerged from the Congo forest. As swiftly as it came, it disappeared, leaving no trace. The search is on to find Ebola's elusive host animal. And until we find it, Ebola will continue to strike. In this book, the author tells the story of Ebola, its past, present and its unknowable future.
Infection Control: Psychosocial Approach to Changing Practice
Paperback,
25/02/2009,
£36.99
£33.29
Aims to challenge fundamentally the way health and social care professionals, supervisors and managers approach infection control and hygiene. This book reaches beyond a prescriptive approach to infection control behavior, examining the psychosocial forces that affect individual and group behaviors in practice.
Oxford Handbook of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology 2ed
Paperback,
15/12/2016,
£36.99
£33.29
Takes an integrated approach to both infectious disease and microbiology. Referenced to national frameworks and current legislation, it covers the basic principles of bacteriology and virology, specific information on diseases and conditions, and material on 'hot topics' such as bioterrorism and preventative medicine.
Fundamental Aspects of Infectious Control
Paperback,
31/12/2010,
£24.99
£22.49
Provides information on the fundamentals of infection prevention and control and its management in a health care setting. This title outlines the role of the medical consultant, consultant nurse / specialist infection control nurse, hospital matron, ward link nurse, ward sister, staff nurse, trust management.
Pathophysiology Made Incredibly Easy
Paperback,
17/12/2011,
£28.95
£26.06
Suitable for nursing students and those studying on other Allied Health Professional fields, this title covers the relevant areas of pathophysiology. It focuses on UK related conditions, and includes chapters on reproductive diseases and complaints, and on skin.
Infection & Immunity 4ed
Paperback,
24/01/2013,
£49.99
£44.99
Gives a perfectly balanced overview of te field, describing the key infectious agents our bodies encounter and how our immune system responds to them. It also explains how diseases are spread and what measures we can take to control this spread, from vaccination to increasing public awareness.
Diseases
Paperback,
01/12/2000,
£26.50
£23.85
This thoroughly updated resource offers comprehensive coverage of more than 500 disorders, including causes, assessment, treatment, and more. An easy-to-follow format includes chapters organized by body system. This new edition covers the latest developments on emerging diseases, advanced-practice guidelines, cultural considerations, and disease-prevention tips.
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