Medical

Fasting—going without food intentionally for a set period of time—has a long, fascinating history from ancient times…

Author and journalist Mattha Busby takes a hard look at the current state of substances and the laws and impacts of…

Learn how psychedelics can play a transformative role in the end-of-life process, particularly in alleviating anxiety…

With the tension of a detective tale, this true story follows reporter Brian Deer, the man who broke the story on one of…

"I have traveled the world in search of trouble," says author David Nott, a trauma surgeon who has volunteered in some…

Reproductive rights have always been under attack in the United States. But people have also always created and shared…

A human can last about 10 days with no food but without water they can only survive for around 3 days. Water is vital,…

When it comes to pain, we all too often default to a "grin and bear it" mentality. While pain seems both simple and…

What had initially started 5 years previously as a task to illustrate the first headline she read of the day exploded…

This book shares the history of America’s first paramedics: a group of Black men from Pittsburgh who revolutionized…

The landmark story of America’s racialized healthcare disparities, and the grievous impact of white supremacy on…

This is a comprehensive guide to thrive during menopause. It has an A to Z toolkit to address the symptoms like changes…

Thisis a comprehensive guide to improving sleep quality. It provides a comprehensive understanding of sleep and its…

This is a book for people who don't want to have surgery and want to avoid it by making lifestyle changes, doing some…

An unforgettable legacy of suffering, love, and hope; from the era of institutionalization and lobotomy comes…

This tale takes you through Barry Eaton's experience with throat cancer, from diagnosis to treatment and recovery.…

Medicine has seen grisly, yet crucial, experimental efforts. This book recounts crushing failures, lucky guesswork, and…

Vital reading for anyone considering a career in nursing, this book from journalist and former New York Times reporter…

Expert advice on the use of essential oils to support mouth and tooth health from the experienced perspectives of a…

Less than a century ago, world maps featured vast white spaces, representing uncharted territories inhabited by no…

Humming absently or following a tune might seem like a simple and meaningless activity but Jonathan and Andi Goldman…

100 self-care activities tailored for nurses to help reduce stress and avoid burnout. It provides practical solutions…

Maurice Hilleman, whose mother died a day after his birth and his twin sister was stillborn, dedicated his life to…

This introduces the practice of reiki, a Japanese therapy focused on balancing the body, mind, and spirit through…

You know the drill: Eat right, exercise, and live longer. But guess what? There's a third secret to adding years to your…

Pipe Dreams traces a history long flushed from many of our imaginations, the miracle (and the failure) of the porcelain…