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  • Global health risks : mortality and burden of disease attributable to selected major risks.

    • Authors: - (2009)

  • This report uses a comprehensive framework for studying health risks that was developed for the World Health Report 2002, which presented estimates for the year 2000. The report provides an update for the year 2004 for 24 global risk factors. It uses updated information from WHO programs and scientific studies for both exposure data and the causal associations of risk exposure to disease and injury outcomes. The burden of disease attributable to risk factors is measured in terms of lost years of healthy life using the metric of the disability-adjusted life year (DALY). The DALY combines years of life lost due to premature death with years of healthy life lost due to illness and disability. Health risks are in transition: populations are ageing owing to successes against infectious ...
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  • Practicing Mindfulness

    • Authors: Matthew Sockolov (2018)

  • The daily mind―Discover exactly what mindfulness is, how it helps, and how these proven exercises can bring relief, relaxation, and resilience to your day-to-day. Practical advice―You’ll find plenty of help in dealing with distorted or wandering thoughts, how to handle mental blocks, and steps for staying cool and collected in all situations. Mind over matter―Ranging from short traditional meditations to longer creative exercises, you’ll find 75 easy-to-follow practices to ground yourself, like breathwork and body scans. Begin a journey of peace and patience today on the path to a better, more balanced life with Practicing Mindfulness.
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  • Mapping the mind

    • Authors: Rita Carter (2010)

  • Among many other topics, Carter explores obsessions and addictions, the differences between men’s and women’s brains, and memory.• Comprehensively updated for this edition with the latest research, case studies, and contributions from distinguished scientists• Addresses recent controversies over behavior prediction and prevention• Includes new information on mirror neurons, unconscious cognition, and abnormalities in attention spans.
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  • Principles of Anatomy & Physiology

    • Authors: J. Tortora , Gerard (2012)

  • Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 13e continues to offer a balanced presentation of content under the umbrella of our primary and unifying theme of homeostasis, supported by relevant discussions of disruptions to homeostasis. In addition, years of student feedback have convinced us that readers learn anatomy and physiology more readily when they remain mindful of the relationship between structure and function. As a writing team—an anatomist and a physiologist—our very different specializations offer practical advantages in fine-tuning the balance between anatomy and physiology.
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  • GUIDELINE Medical Equipment Management :Purchase, Use, Maintenance, Repair, and Other Considerations

    • Authors: - (2016)

  • This document should not be construed as medical or legal advice. Because the facts applicable to your situation may vary, or the laws applicable in your jurisdiction may differ, please contact your attorney or other professional advisors if you have any questions related to your legal or medical obligations or rights, state or federal laws, contract interpretation, or other legal questions. MedPro Group is the marketing name used to refer to the insurance operations of The Medical Protective Company, Princeton Insurance Company, PLICO, Inc. and MedPro RRG Risk Retention Group. All insurance products are underwritten and administered by these and other Berkshire Hathaway affiliates, including National Fire & Marine Insurance Company. Product availability is based upon business and ...
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  • Junqueira’s Basic Histology: Text and Atlas

    • Authors: Anthony L. Mescher (2018)

  • This book delivers a well-organized and concise presentation of cell biology and histology that integrates the material with that of biochemistry, immunology, endocrinology, and physiology, and provides an excellent foundation for subsequent studies in pathology. Junqueira’s is written specifically for students of medicine and other health-related professions, as well as for advanced undergraduate courses in tissue biology