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Kill Shot

A Shadow Industry, a Deadly Disease

by Jason Dearen ...

Narrated by Jason Dearen ...

Unabridged

6 hours 34 min

An award-winning investigative journalist's horrifying true crime story of America's deadliest drug contamination outbreak and the greed and deception that fueled it.Two pharmacists sit in a Boston courtroom accused of murder. The weapon: the fungus Exserohilum rostratum. The death count: 100 and rising. Kill Shot is the story of their hubris and fraud, discovered by a team of medical detectives ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

An award-winning investigative journalist's horrifying true crime story of America's deadliest drug contamination outbreak and the greed and deception that fueled it.Two pharmacists sit in a Boston courtroom accused of murder. The weapon: the fungus Exserohilum rostratum. The death count: 100 and rising. Kill Shot is the story of their hubris and fraud, discovered by a team of medical detectives
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Telling Lies

Clues to Deceit in the Marketplace, Politics, and Marriage

by Paul Ekman ...

Narrated by Stephen Bowlby ...

Unabridged

12 hours 16 min

From breaking the law to breaking a promise, how do people lie and how can they be caught?In this revised edition, Paul Ekman, a renowned expert in emotions research and nonverbal communication, adds a new chapter to present his latest research on his groundbreaking inquiry into lying and the methods for uncovering lies. Ekman has figured out the most important behavioral clues to deceit; he has ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

From breaking the law to breaking a promise, how do people lie and how can they be caught?In this revised edition, Paul Ekman, a renowned expert in emotions research and nonverbal communication, adds a new chapter to present his latest research on his groundbreaking inquiry into lying and the methods for uncovering lies. Ekman has figured out the most important behavioral clues to deceit; he has
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A Life Everlasting

The Extraordinary Story of One Boy's Gift to Medical Science

by Sarah Gray ...

Narrated by Sarah Gray ...

Unabridged

7 hours

A donor mother’s powerful memoir of grief and rebirth that is also a fascinating medical science whodunit, taking us inside the world of organ, eye, tissue, and blood donation and cutting-edge scientific research.When Sarah Gray received the devastating news that her unborn son Thomas was diagnosed with anencephaly, a terminal condition, she decided she wanted his death—and life—to have meaning. ... Read more

$28.99 CAD

A donor mother’s powerful memoir of grief and rebirth that is also a fascinating medical science whodunit, taking us inside the world of organ, eye, tissue, and blood donation and cutting-edge scientific research.When Sarah Gray received the devastating news that her unborn son Thomas was diagnosed with anencephaly, a terminal condition, she decided she wanted his death—and life—to have meaning.
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Flesh Made New

The Unnatural History and Broken Promise of Stem Cells

by John Rasko, Carl Power ...

Narrated by John Rasko ...

Unabridged

12 hours 58 min

The dazzling promise of stem cell medicine: does it work and will it save us? Two experts look at the hypeFor decades, we've been anticipating the dawn of regenerative medicine. Again and again, we've been promised that stem cells will soon cure just about every ill imaginable. If not tomorrow, then the next day, or the day after that, and so on. We're still waiting.This book is an antidote to ... Read more

$41.99 CAD

The dazzling promise of stem cell medicine: does it work and will it save us? Two experts look at the hypeFor decades, we've been anticipating the dawn of regenerative medicine. Again and again, we've been promised that stem cells will soon cure just about every ill imaginable. If not tomorrow, then the next day, or the day after that, and so on. We're still waiting.This book is an antidote to
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Preventable

How a Pandemic Changed the World & How to Stop the Next One

by Devi Sridhar ...

Narrated by Devi Sridhar ...

Unabridged

13 hours 47 min

Brought to you by Penguin.Preventable uses the spellbinding story of the COVID-19 pandemic to show how global politics shape our health.Professor Devi Sridhar has risen to prominence for her vital roles in communicating science to the public and speaking truth to power. In Preventable she highlights lessons learned from outbreaks past and present in a narrative that traces the COVID-19 pandemic - ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Brought to you by Penguin.Preventable uses the spellbinding story of the COVID-19 pandemic to show how global politics shape our health.Professor Devi Sridhar has risen to prominence for her vital roles in communicating science to the public and speaking truth to power. In Preventable she highlights lessons learned from outbreaks past and present in a narrative that traces the COVID-19 pandemic -
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Vorsorge für Männer 50+ - Dein Aktionsplan

Alle Checks für Herz, Prostata, Darm. Dein persönliches Gesundheitsmanagement.

by Christoph Mayer ...

Narrated by Enceladus (AI) ...

Unabridged

57 min

Männer 50+: Nehmen Sie Ihre Gesundheit aktiv in die Hand! Dieses Hörbuch ist Ihr persönlicher Aktionsplan für ein vitales Leben. Erhalten Sie einen klaren Vorsorgefahrplan für Herz, Prostata und Darm. Wir erklären Ihnen alles zu Darmkrebsvorsorge, dem PSA-Test und wie Sie Blutdruck, Cholesterin sowie Diabetes Risiko im Griff behalten. Minimieren Sie Schlaganfall Risiko und Herzinfarkt Prävention. ... Read more

$1.99 CAD

Männer 50+: Nehmen Sie Ihre Gesundheit aktiv in die Hand! Dieses Hörbuch ist Ihr persönlicher Aktionsplan für ein vitales Leben. Erhalten Sie einen klaren Vorsorgefahrplan für Herz, Prostata und Darm. Wir erklären Ihnen alles zu Darmkrebsvorsorge, dem PSA-Test und wie Sie Blutdruck, Cholesterin sowie Diabetes Risiko im Griff behalten. Minimieren Sie Schlaganfall Risiko und Herzinfarkt Prävention.
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Vild virus

by Jens Lundgren, Lars Igum Rasmussen ...

Narrated by Jesper Bøllehuus ...

Unabridged

16 hours 32 min

Virus har sat dagsordenen i Jens Lundgrens arbejdsliv, lige siden han som helt ung læge stod ved sygesengen hos dødsmærkede aidspatienter og forskede i at finde en effektiv medicinsk mehandling til dem. Resultatet kan alverdens hiv-patienter takke ham for i dag.Siden coronapandemiens start har han knoklet for at hjælpe livstruede patienter og udvikle nye behandlinger med videnskabeligt ... Read more

$52.99 CAD

Virus har sat dagsordenen i Jens Lundgrens arbejdsliv, lige siden han som helt ung læge stod ved sygesengen hos dødsmærkede aidspatienter og forskede i at finde en effektiv medicinsk mehandling til dem. Resultatet kan alverdens hiv-patienter takke ham for i dag.Siden coronapandemiens start har han knoklet for at hjælpe livstruede patienter og udvikle nye behandlinger med videnskabeligt
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The Definitive Guide to the Perimenopause and Menopause

Revised and Updated

by Dr Louise Newson ...

Narrated by Dr Louise Newson ...

Unabridged

10 hours 56 min

'Louise is a voice you can really trust. I've learnt so much from her and now you can too.' - Holly Willoughby 'Dr Louise is a miracle worker' - Lorraine Kelly 'Louise is my No. 1 go-to when it comes to anything menopause and this book is perfect for when I'm worried about anything.'- Alison Hammond 'Louise Newson is wonderful... a real expert in her field.' - Joe WicksYour complete, expert, ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

'Louise is a voice you can really trust. I've learnt so much from her and now you can too.' - Holly Willoughby 'Dr Louise is a miracle worker' - Lorraine Kelly 'Louise is my No. 1 go-to when it comes to anything menopause and this book is perfect for when I'm worried about anything.'- Alison Hammond 'Louise Newson is wonderful... a real expert in her field.' - Joe WicksYour complete, expert,
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The Healing Cell

How the Greatest Revolution in Medical History is Changing Your Life

by Tomasz Trafny, Dr. Robin L. Smith, Dr. Max Gomez ...

Narrated by Erin Bennett ...

Unabridged

7 hours 41 min

The Healing Cell is an easy to read, carefully researched, and clear-eyed view of medicine many decades in the making that is now paying off with treatments that repair damaged hearts, restore sight, kill cancer, cure diabetes, heal burns, and stop the march of such degenerative diseases as Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, and Lou Gehrig's disease. The emotionally and intellectually stimulating ... Read more

$32.99 CAD

The Healing Cell is an easy to read, carefully researched, and clear-eyed view of medicine many decades in the making that is now paying off with treatments that repair damaged hearts, restore sight, kill cancer, cure diabetes, heal burns, and stop the march of such degenerative diseases as Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, and Lou Gehrig's disease. The emotionally and intellectually stimulating
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Overcoming Dyslexia: The Ultimate Guide to Recognizing and Overcoming Dyslexia With Proved Tools and Tactics

by Terry M. Robertson ...

Narrated by Nick Dolle ...

Unabridged

34 min

Have you asked yourself what is dyslexia? Learn about the signs of dyslexia in children as well as dyslexia treatment options.Today only, get this audio bestseller for a special price.Dyslexia affects 10-15% of the population and it is the most common learning disability. Individuals with this medical condition have difficulty in the areas of language processing. This condition makes it hard to ... Read more

$5.69 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Have you asked yourself what is dyslexia? Learn about the signs of dyslexia in children as well as dyslexia treatment options.Today only, get this audio bestseller for a special price.Dyslexia affects 10-15% of the population and it is the most common learning disability. Individuals with this medical condition have difficulty in the areas of language processing. This condition makes it hard to
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Pandemie - Die Welt im Corona-Krieg (Ungekürzt)

by Andreas Dripke, Markus Miksch ...

Narrated by Michael Hassinger ...

Unabridged

2 hours 27 min

Das vorliegende Hörbuch ist zugleich ein "Leitfaden zum Überleben". Die Autoren haben die Antworten auf alle wesentlichen Fragen rund um das neuartige Coronavirus kompakt zusammengefasst. Soweit wie möglich stützen sich dabei alle Aussagen in diesem Hörbuch auf Quellen, die von den Autoren als verlässlich eingestuft werden. Dazu gehören etwa die Weltgesundheitsorganisation (WHO) der Vereinten ... Read more

$16.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Das vorliegende Hörbuch ist zugleich ein "Leitfaden zum Überleben". Die Autoren haben die Antworten auf alle wesentlichen Fragen rund um das neuartige Coronavirus kompakt zusammengefasst. Soweit wie möglich stützen sich dabei alle Aussagen in diesem Hörbuch auf Quellen, die von den Autoren als verlässlich eingestuft werden. Dazu gehören etwa die Weltgesundheitsorganisation (WHO) der Vereinten
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Spektrum Kompakt: Alzheimer - Suche nach den Wurzeln

by Spektrum Kompakt ...

Narrated by Matthias Hinz ...

Series series Spektrum Hörbuch
Unabridged

2 hours 33 min

Haben Sie heute schon Zähne geputzt? Falls nicht, sollten Sie dies dringend nachholen, denn Forscher haben herausgefunden, dass das für die aggressive Form der Parodontitis verantwortliche Bakterium auch an der Entstehung der Alzheimerdemenz beteiligt ist. Im Spektrum Kompakt-Hörbuch erfahren Sie auch welchen Einfluss der aufrechte Gang auf unser Gehirn hat, welche Alzheimer- und Demenz-Therapien ... Read more

$9.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Haben Sie heute schon Zähne geputzt? Falls nicht, sollten Sie dies dringend nachholen, denn Forscher haben herausgefunden, dass das für die aggressive Form der Parodontitis verantwortliche Bakterium auch an der Entstehung der Alzheimerdemenz beteiligt ist. Im Spektrum Kompakt-Hörbuch erfahren Sie auch welchen Einfluss der aufrechte Gang auf unser Gehirn hat, welche Alzheimer- und Demenz-Therapien
... Read more
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Galileo's Middle Finger

Heretics, Activists, and the Search for Justice in Science

by Alice Dreger ...

Narrated by Tavia Gilbert ...

Unabridged

10 hours 39 min

A powerful defense of intellectual freedom told through the ordeals of contemporary scientists attacked for exploring controversial ideas, by a noted science historian and medical activistAn investigation of some of the most contentious debates of our time, Galileo’s Middle Finger describes Alice Dreger’s experiences on the front lines of scientific controversy, where for two decades she has ... Read more

$48.99 CAD

A powerful defense of intellectual freedom told through the ordeals of contemporary scientists attacked for exploring controversial ideas, by a noted science historian and medical activistAn investigation of some of the most contentious debates of our time, Galileo’s Middle Finger describes Alice Dreger’s experiences on the front lines of scientific controversy, where for two decades she has
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Psychiatry

A Very Short Introduction

by Tom Burns ...

Narrated by Mike Cooper ...

Unabridged

3 hours 47 min

Psychiatry is an endlessly controversial endeavor, incorporating emotively-charged questions over the reality of mental illness, the medicalization of everyday life, and the role of nature versus nurture which cause constant discussion today, and on which almost everyone has an opinion.In this Very Short Introduction Tom Burns explores the nature of psychiatry, focusing on what it can and cannot ... Read more

$21.97 CAD

Psychiatry is an endlessly controversial endeavor, incorporating emotively-charged questions over the reality of mental illness, the medicalization of everyday life, and the role of nature versus nurture which cause constant discussion today, and on which almost everyone has an opinion.In this Very Short Introduction Tom Burns explores the nature of psychiatry, focusing on what it can and cannot
... Read more
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Concussion: How to Aid the Brain through the Recovery Process (How to Achieve Pain Relief Today and the Ultimate Guide to a Successful Surgery)

by Waldo Myers ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Matt G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 3 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that occurs when a sudden blow or jolt to the head or body disrupts normal brain function. It can happen during sports, accidents, falls, or even minor impacts, and may not always involve loss of consciousness. Although often considered “mild,” a concussion can have serious short- and long-term effects if not ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that occurs when a sudden blow or jolt to the head or body disrupts normal brain function. It can happen during sports, accidents, falls, or even minor impacts, and may not always involve loss of consciousness. Although often considered “mild,” a concussion can have serious short- and long-term effects if not
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Clinical Trial Manager - The Comprehensive Guide

by Viruti Shivan ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Series series Vanguard Professionals
Unabridged

4 hours 41 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Mastering the Art of Effective Clinical Research Management for Breakthrough SuccessIn an era where the pace of medical innovation is faster than ever, "Clinical Trial Manager - The Comprehensive Guide" emerges as an indispensable resource for professionals navigating the complex landscape of clinical research management. This book serves as a beacon, ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Mastering the Art of Effective Clinical Research Management for Breakthrough SuccessIn an era where the pace of medical innovation is faster than ever, "Clinical Trial Manager - The Comprehensive Guide" emerges as an indispensable resource for professionals navigating the complex landscape of clinical research management. This book serves as a beacon,
... Read more
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Lucid Dying

The New Science Revolutionizing How We Understand Life and Death

by Sam Parnia, MD, PhD ...

Narrated by Brian Nishii ...

Unabridged

11 hours 39 min

From internationally renowned expert in resuscitation and New York Times bestselling author Sam Parnia, MD, PhD, comes a groundbreaking look at what happens to us when we die, based on the largest-ever research study run on recalled experiences of death.Today, for the first time in history, the scientific exploration of death and what happens when we die is real, active and ongoing. Contrary to ... Read more

$35.99 CAD

From internationally renowned expert in resuscitation and New York Times bestselling author Sam Parnia, MD, PhD, comes a groundbreaking look at what happens to us when we die, based on the largest-ever research study run on recalled experiences of death.Today, for the first time in history, the scientific exploration of death and what happens when we die is real, active and ongoing. Contrary to
... Read more
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Research Methodology in Health: A Practical Audio Guide to Designing, Conducting, and Reporting Rigorous Studies in Healthcare and Public Health

by Daniel Moretti ...

Narrated by Daniel Moretti ...

Unabridged

2 hours 2 min

Transform clinical data anxiety into clear study design strategies while commuting to your next hospital shift. Whether you are an overwhelmed nursing student preparing for exams or a public health professional building a thesis, this accessible audio guide demystifies complex evidence-based practice. You will finally feel focused and confident tackling methodology without drowning in dense ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Transform clinical data anxiety into clear study design strategies while commuting to your next hospital shift. Whether you are an overwhelmed nursing student preparing for exams or a public health professional building a thesis, this accessible audio guide demystifies complex evidence-based practice. You will finally feel focused and confident tackling methodology without drowning in dense
... Read more
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The Vaccine

Inside the Race to Conquer the COVID-19 Pandemic

by Joe Miller, Özlem Türeci, Ugur Sahin ...

Narrated by Nathan Osgood ...

Unabridged

11 hours 34 min

The dramatic story of the married scientists who founded BioNTech and developed the first vaccine against the COVID-19 pandemic.Nobody thought it was possible. In mid-January 2020, Ugur Sahin told Özlem Türeci, his wife and decades-long research partner, that a vaccine against what would soon be known as COVID-19 could be developed and safely injected into the arms of millions before the end of ... Read more

$35.99 CAD

The dramatic story of the married scientists who founded BioNTech and developed the first vaccine against the COVID-19 pandemic.Nobody thought it was possible. In mid-January 2020, Ugur Sahin told Özlem Türeci, his wife and decades-long research partner, that a vaccine against what would soon be known as COVID-19 could be developed and safely injected into the arms of millions before the end of
... Read more
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Cold War Resistance

The International Struggle over Antibiotics

by Marc Landas ...

Narrated by Steven Jay Cohen ...

Unabridged

13 hours 51 min

In June 1941 a pair of British scientists boarded a plane for America with World War II raging all around them. They carried a precious commodity—penicillin—and the knowledge that it would change history. Once the US government had been debriefed, the Office of Science Research and Development, in conjunction with British counterparts, assumed control, and penicillin became a top-secret matter of ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

In June 1941 a pair of British scientists boarded a plane for America with World War II raging all around them. They carried a precious commodity—penicillin—and the knowledge that it would change history. Once the US government had been debriefed, the Office of Science Research and Development, in conjunction with British counterparts, assumed control, and penicillin became a top-secret matter of
... Read more
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Carte Blanche

The Erosion of Medical Consent

by Harriet Washington ...

Narrated by William DeMeritt ...

Series series Columbia Global Reports
Unabridged

4 hours 26 min

Carte Blanche is the alarming tale of how the right of Americans to say "no" to risky medical research is eroding at a time when we are racing to produce a vaccine and treatments for Covid-19This medical right that we have long taken for granted was first sacrificed on the altar of military expediency in 1990 when the Department of Defense asked for and received from the FDA a waiver that ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

Carte Blanche is the alarming tale of how the right of Americans to say "no" to risky medical research is eroding at a time when we are racing to produce a vaccine and treatments for Covid-19This medical right that we have long taken for granted was first sacrificed on the altar of military expediency in 1990 when the Department of Defense asked for and received from the FDA a waiver that
... Read more
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Concussion: A No-nonsense Guide to Getting Your Life Back After Concussion (Step by Step Guide to Help You through Concussion Rehabilitation and Diaries to Record Your Experience)

by Christopher White ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 12 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This insightful guide offers a fresh perspective on consciousness and spirituality, making profound concepts accessible and relatable for the modern reader. Through a blend of practical advice and engaging storytelling, you’ll explore how to navigate life's complexities with grace and clarity.This book empowers you to tap into your authentic self, ... Read more

$10.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This insightful guide offers a fresh perspective on consciousness and spirituality, making profound concepts accessible and relatable for the modern reader. Through a blend of practical advice and engaging storytelling, you’ll explore how to navigate life's complexities with grace and clarity.This book empowers you to tap into your authentic self,
... Read more
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Ageless

The New Science of Getting Older Without Getting Old

by Andrew Steele ...

Narrated by Andrew Steele ...

Unabridged

9 hours 47 min

“A fascinating look at how scientists are working to help doctors treat the aging process itself, helping us all to lead longer, healthier lives.” —Sanjay Gupta, MDAging—not cancer, not heart disease—is the underlying cause of most human death and suffering. The same cascade of biological changes that renders us wrinkled and gray also opens the door to dementia and disease. We work furiously to ... Read more

$27.00 CAD

“A fascinating look at how scientists are working to help doctors treat the aging process itself, helping us all to lead longer, healthier lives.” —Sanjay Gupta, MDAging—not cancer, not heart disease—is the underlying cause of most human death and suffering. The same cascade of biological changes that renders us wrinkled and gray also opens the door to dementia and disease. We work furiously to
... Read more
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Rebooting Cancer Care

Can AI Make Care More Human Again?

by Douglas B. Flora MD ...

Narrated by Douglas Flora ...

Unabridged

7 hours 59 min

Trying to keep pace with AI in healthcare—or don’t know where to start? This book is your GPS.Get an informed, optimistic perspective from a practicing oncologist, cancer survivor, and Editor-in-Chief of the peer-reviewed journal AI in Precision Oncology.For nearly a century, we’ve fought cancer the same way: cut, poison, burn. Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation transformed death sentences into ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Trying to keep pace with AI in healthcare—or don’t know where to start? This book is your GPS.Get an informed, optimistic perspective from a practicing oncologist, cancer survivor, and Editor-in-Chief of the peer-reviewed journal AI in Precision Oncology.For nearly a century, we’ve fought cancer the same way: cut, poison, burn. Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation transformed death sentences into
... Read more

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