Home Medicine

In his first book, visionary social care leader Liam Palmer shares anecdotes and well-researched articles to challenge, inform, and, ultimately, raise standards in the care home sector. He applies his strategic thinking to a number of complex problems within care to unpick these dynamics and identify the drivers and forces at work.

For more than two decades, esteemed veterinary oncologist Dr. Renee Alsarraf treated cancer in her beloved canine patients. Then, at age fifty-one, she was diagnosed with cancer herself. Sit, Stay, Heal: What Dogs Can Teach Us About Living Well is Dr. Renee’s unforgettable testament to the extraordinary healing nature of dogs. Every day in her veterinary practice, she bears witness to the undeniable bond between pets and their people.

You’ll learn from holistic health practitioners, coaches, and healers who specialize in unique and powerful modalities for peak mind, body, and soul wellness. The authors share their authentic stories and passions as well as teaching transformative self-treatment tools and practices that address physical, mental, emotional, and/or spiritual health. Most self-treatment books concentrate on only one modality. What you have in this audiobook is a powerful toolkit and a rare find; the collaborative energy, effort, intention, and love from over two dozen practitioners and healers.

Unlock the secrets of nature’s pantry and become a master forager, without ever leaving your urban haven! Have you ever looked curiously at the greenery around you and wondered if they're edible treasures waiting to be discovered? Does the complexity of plant identification make the endeavor of foraging feel overwhelming? Do you wish you could turn foraging into a rewarding, urban adventure but feel hindered by safety concerns and lack of guidance? This feeling is common among budding foragers, but fear not – you're not alone on this journey!

Learn how to make your own homemade, all natural body butters today and start relaxing in minutes! Homemade body butters are quickly becoming the alternative treatment for those suffering from dry skin as a result of the ever growing dry atmosphere of many indoor spaces, and environmental pollutants. Today's modern diets are full of many nutrient deficiencies that cause many of us to suffer from dry and itchy skin.

The Home Health Aide Exam Prep, second edition, is a bank of more than 400 review questions to prepare for the state certification exam for home health aides. Questions were chosen from all the federal required topics to be taught to home health aides, hence this is a suitable review for every HHA state exam in the United States.

The expertise of Mayo Clinic is now available in this practical guide to treating more than 100 of today’s most common health concerns, ranging from allergies and asthma to sore throats and stomach flus. Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies answers many questions and concerns about health using straightforward information, made easy to find with topics arranged in alphabetical order.

Step into the age-old practice of Herbal Remedies trusted for centuries. Tired of the side effects and chemicals in synthetic drugs? Discover a more natural path to vibrant health, free from expensive pharmaceuticals.

Heal yourself with natural home remedies! No drugs! The remedies have been collected from various places from around the world giving you a mixed assortment of home remedies to help you in treating some of the most common and basic ailments. Natural remedies are much safer and healthier as compared to synthetic drugs. Your overall health will improve when you start making healthier choices in your life.

Are you looking for a natural, holistic approach to health that’s grounded in science and traditional wisdom? Do you want to explore the world of herbal remedies but don’t know where to start? This audiobook is your gateway to understanding the power of herbal and plant-based remedies and how they can enhance your well-being.

Do you want to have a garden full of fragrant lavender? Have you heard about the powerful benefits and uses of lavender and want to start growing it yourself? This is your ultimate guide to growing and caring for lavender, harvesting, drying, and storing it, and how to use it in gifts, cooking, and as a health and beauty supplement.

Have you ever driven home from work wearing nothing but a pair of rubber boots? For Dr. Melinda McCall, a large animal veterinarian in rural Virginia, this is living the dream. Caring for cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, llamas, and the occasional alpaca, unusual mishaps and mind-blowing adventures abound. Getting caught driving home naked after a tough day at work is just another day at the office for Dr. Melinda.

Gerad Kite - founder of the renowned Kite Clinic in London - believes that the way we are living today is making us ill. For all the choices we have, for all the improvements in our material lifestyle, people are unhappier than ever, because we have lost the ability to tap into our inner selves. Drawing on the principles of ancient Chinese philosophy and his extensive experience of helping people of all ages and from all walks of life, Kite offers a life-changing promise: a route to a state of being that is more authentic, expansive, and liberating.

Caregiving for those who suffer from Parkinson's disease comes with many challenges, from how to deal with guilt and loneliness to avoiding burnout and figuring out what to expect from an unpredictable disease. When giving care, too often caregivers neglect their own well-being. Everything You Need to Know About Caregiving for Parkinson's Disease is not just about caring for your loved one, but also about taking care of yourself.

This is a book for the enlightened dog owners - a groundbreaking, "whole-dog" approach to raising a puppy, from the halls of one of the most prestigious and pioneering veterinary schools in the world. Nowhere else will readers find this whole-dog approach, a unique combination of training, behavior, and health care.

Discover the power of acupressure, a time-tested alternative medicine practice, to unlock your body’s self-healing potential. Healing with Acupressure at Home offers step-by-step guidance to help you manage pain, reduce stress, and embrace a healthier lifestyle—all from the comfort of your home. What You’ll Learn: 1. Effective Acupressure Techniques Identify and apply pressure on key pressure points for immediate relief from headaches, neck tension, and digestive discomfort. Follow clear instructions tailored for various conditions, ensuring ease of practice.

For thousands of years, herbal tea has provided an enriching experience to people around the world, refreshing their minds and re-energizing their bodies. While it may be difficult to believe that just one cup can hold so many healing and relaxing- properties, there are few natural remedies more effective and versatile. And this comprehensive guide helps you get started with herbal teas and discover new dimensions of flavor that boost your health.

Richard Schweid examines home health care in detail, focusing on the women who tend to our elderly and disabled loved ones and how we fail to value their work. They are paid minimum wage so that we might be absent, getting on with our own lives. The book calls for a rethinking of home health care and explains why changes are urgent: the current system offers neither a good way to live nor a good way to die.

Dementia caregivers cope with repetitive questions, mood swings, lost personal space, and live with exhaustion, frustration, and anger. You may not know how to prepare. Dementia Home Care will help you maintain your humor and your emotional connection with your loved one longer.

Discover the must-have homeopathic remedies to keep in your starter kit in this beginner’s guide from the Principal and Founder of the Centre for Homeopathic Education, Marcus Fernandez. Whether you’re new to homeopathy or looking to build confidence in natural healing, these top 10 remedies are readily available and perfect for first aid, colds, coughs, premenstrual symptoms, shock, and everyday health concerns.