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Follow Daphne the Dragon's adventure into data, numbers, graphs, analytics, and working together From the imaginative mind of bestselling author Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic and the vibrant illustrations of John Skewes comes a story that will captivate kids and parents alike. Follow Daphne's journey to distant lands, where numbers are heroes in disguise and her adventures teach the basics of graphs in a way that's fun, interactive, and empowering. Young readers will be delighted by the endearing character of Daphne. They'll be equally enchanted by her colorful companions, amazed by her clever lessons, and inspired to build their own analytical skills (STEM). Daphne's story isn't solely about data; it's also about appreciating that everyone has their own special talents. It's about teamwork, creativity, and the beauty of seeing the world through a different lens. Dive into Daphne Draws Data and let your child draw their own conclusions, both on the page and in the world. This smart tale is perfect for bedtime stories, classroom reads, and fostering the next generation of curious minds and innovative thinkers.

The definitive guide to U.S. labor history, now newly updated to incorporate the latest political and economic developments of the 2020s In the newly revised tenth edition of Labor in America: A History, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a comprehensive exploration of the U.S. labor movement from the colonial era to the present. The book addresses the evolving challenges, victories, and defeats that define the history of American workers. The authors cover critical developments in U.S. labor history, including the rise and fall of labor movements, the impacts of economic policy choices through the decades, and influence of political events. They present a nuanced discussion of workers' collective actions, the formation of unions, and the role that labor has played in shaping American society. This revised edition offers: A comprehensive overview of labor history from the colonial era to the 2020sDetailed analyses of major labor movements and eventsExaminations of the social, political, and economic factors impacting labor historyInsightful discussions about the future of labor as it grapples with the forces of globalization Perfect for undergraduate and graduate students and researchers, Labor in America: A History will also be of interest to general readers keen to better understand the part played by American labor movements in the country's history and in the present day.

Practitioners do not have an adequate understanding of how small changes in mixtures of chemicals will affect toxicity in an organism. The current belief is the mechanism of action must be known and similar for all chemical involved to be able to adequately predict mixture effects. This book provides a discussion of approaches, molecular mechanisms, and the challenges involved in the assessment of mixtures. In the first section of the book a brief introduction to the background and significance of combined toxicity is provided describing the degradation, oxidation, absorption, distribution, biotransformation and excretion of various compounds in the environment and organism. Section two introduces the main sources and enrichment mechanisms of different chemical mixtures and clarifies the biological exposure pathways of different compounds. In section three classical and emerging toxicological research models are introduced in detail, including various cell models and in vivo research models of model organisms with the case study; included are the combined molecular toxicity mechanism of heavy metals, pesticides, persistent organic pollutants (POPs), pharmaceutical and personal care products (PPCP), phthalates (PAEs), microplastics and flame retardants respectively. Through the description of compound emission, migration, accumulation and transformation process in the previous sections and the analysis of the combined molecular toxicity, section four introduces computer mathematical modeling methods of hazard assessment of compound mixture. Sections five and six detail challenges and future trends and provides a conclusion on the topic.

"With the increased prominence of protests organized by public groups like Black Lives Matter, recent years have seen a shift in public opinion on memorials and monuments which represent figures with ties to slavery, oppression, and imperialism. While this led to some of the most widespread recent popular interest in the role of public art, it is only the latest event in an evolving era in art history which finds artists and historians working to respond to changing public opinion and expectations about who is memorialized in the public space and why. In Memorials Now, well-known authorities in public art Cher Krause Knight and Harriet F Senie consider a selection of notable recent case studies which exemplify changing beliefs about the values and roles of memorials. With a particular interest in the ways that artists have moved to memorialize and honour people who have traditionally been underrepresented and oppressed, this text explores exciting public memorials such as the memorial to an enslaved man in 1763 Monument in Georgetown, Guyana; the NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt; and the recent work by Steve Locke, Three Deliberate Grays for Freddie (A Memorial for Freddie Gray). Though the text is largely concerned with the ways in which this movement is playing out in the United States, the text also draws in examples from around the world, thus demonstrating the many ways that artists have responded to the particular situations of their communities to memorialize the most vulnerable community members. This text promises to become an essential work in the current study of memorials, monuments, and public art. This is a thriving area of study in art history -- particularly for its interconnection with politics, sociology, visual anthropology, and culture studies -- but is also of timely relevance in courses on public planning, urban development, and architecture. As the latest work by two highly respected scholars in this area, there is sure to be much interest in this book both for its value in the classroom and its contribution to scholarship"--

Develop more nutritious crops to aid in the fight against world hunger with this timely volume One in nine people worldwide suffer from hunger or food scarcity. Massively increasing food production is one of the most urgent scientific projects in the modern world, particularly as a changing climate places increasing pressure on the global food supply and on sustainable food production processes. Biofortification is a process in which plant breeding, improved agronomic practices, and/or modern biotechnology are employed to increase nutrient density of crops without sacrificing any of their desirable characteristics. It's an essential tool in the global fight against hunger. Crops Biofortification offers an up-to-the-minute overview of this essential subject and its recent advances. It covers all the latest methodologies and techniques deployed in biofortification, as well as surveying plant responses to genetically induced biofortification and the effect of climate change on biofortified crops. Designed to allow for the application of these techniques at the field level, it's a significant contribution towards the search for a sustainable global food spply. Crops Biofortification readers will also find: Presentation of recent advances in omics, particularly metabolomics, which can decipher potential changes in plants caused by biofortificationDetailed discussion of methods for increasing the nutritional content of edible plants to address specific nutritional deficienciesContributions towards a road map for increasing global food production by 70% before the year 2050 Crops Biofortification is ideal for researchers, policymakers, and professionals interested in the potential biofortification of crop plants, as well as graduate and advanced undergraduate students in agronomy, plant physiology, plant breeding and genetics, agricultural biotechnology, and related fields.

Enables readers to develop foundational and advanced vectorization skills for scalable data science and machine learning and address real-world problems Offering insights across various domains such as computer vision and natural language processing, Vectorization covers the fundamental topics of vectorization including array and tensor operations, data wrangling, and batch processing. This book illustrates how the principles discussed lead to successful outcomes in machine learning projects, serving as concrete examples for the theories explained, with each chapter including practical case studies and code implementations using NumPy, TensorFlow, and PyTorch. Each chapter has one or two types of contents: either an introduction/comparison of the specific operations in the numerical libraries (illustrated as tables) and/or case study examples that apply the concepts introduced to solve a practical problem (as code blocks and figures). Readers can approach the knowledge presented by reading the text description, running the code blocks, or examining the figures. Written by the developer of the first recommendation system on the Peacock streaming platform, Vectorization explores sample topics including: Basic tensor operations and the art of tensor indexing, elucidating how to access individual or subsets of tensor elements Vectorization in tensor multiplications and common linear algebraic routines, which form the backbone of many machine learning algorithms Masking and padding, concepts which come into play when handling data of non-uniform sizes, and string processing techniques for natural language processing (NLP) Sparse matrices and their data structures and integral operations, and ragged or jagged tensors and the nuances of processing them From the essentials of vectorization to the subtleties of advanced data structures, Vectorization is an ideal one-stop resource for both beginners and experienced practitioners, including researchers, data scientists, statisticians, and other professionals in industry, who seek academic success and career advancement.

Delve into nine meticulous chapters of the multifaceted realms of nanolubricants. The material addresses characterizations and its transformations of various sectors by enhancing performance, reducing maintenance, and promoting the sustainability of machinery and systems. Beyond its primary function, lubricants find application in diverse areas, including power transmission, foreign object transportation, and the regulation of surface temperature. The book explores environmental benefits, progress, and challenges associated with the latest advancements in lubrication science. Also Included in This Book: - Explores characteristics and application across various domains - Studies vegetable oil-based lubricants to those incorporating metal and no-metal oxide components - Focus on the intriguing synergy between nano-dimensionality and the incorporation of metals and metal oxides into vegetable oil-based biodegradable lubricants - Explores environmental advantages, progress, and challenges associated with this innovative approach - Talks about the integration of functionalized nanostructured semi-metal-based compounds as lubricant additives in non-edible vegetable oils to improve tribological properties

Fine-tune your marketing research with this cutting-edge statistical toolkit Bayesian Statistics and Marketing illustrates the potential for applying a Bayesian approach to some of the most challenging and important problems in marketing. Analyzing household and consumer data, predicting product performance, and custom-targeting campaigns are only a few of the areas in which Bayesian approaches promise revolutionary results. This book provides a comprehensive, accessible overview of this subject essential for any statistically informed marketing researcher or practitioner. Economists and other social scientists will find a comprehensive treatment of many Bayesian methods that are central to the problems in social science more generally. This includes a practical approach to computationally challenging problems in random coefficient models, non-parametrics, and the problems of endogeneity. Readers of the second edition of Bayesian Statistics and Marketing will also find: Discussion of Bayesian methods in text analysis and Machine Learning Updates throughout reflecting the latest research and applications Discussion of modern statistical software, including an introduction to the R package bayesm, which implements all models incorporated here Extensive case studies throughout to link theory and practice Bayesian Statistics and Marketing is ideal for advanced students and researchers in marketing, business, and economics departments, as well as for any statistically savvy marketing practitioner.

Master the basics and intricacies of quant and high-frequency trading with the latest edition of this accessible and widely-read guide In the newly revised third edition of Inside the Black Box: A Simple Guide to Systematic Investing, veteran practitioner and investor Rishi K Narang delivers another insightful discussion of how quantitative and algorithmic trading strategies work in non-mathematical terms. As with prior editions, this third edition is full of timeless concepts and timely updates. Supplemented by compelling anecdotes and real-world stories, the book explains the most relevant developments in the discipline since the publication of the second edition in 2013. You'll find out about the explosion in machine learning for alphas, signal mixing, data extraction, and execution, as well as the proliferation of alt data and a discussion of how to use it appropriately. You'll also discover: Updated discussions of approaches to research Newer and more effective approaches to portfolio optimization The frontiers of quantitative investing An essential and accessible treatment of a complicated and of-the-moment topic, Inside the Black Box remains the gold standard for non-mathematicians seeking to understand the ins and outs of one of the most fascinating and lucrative trading strategies, as well as quants from disciplines outside of finance looking for a conceptual framework on which to build profitable systematic trading strategies.

Agro-Waste contains 17 chapters on profuse applications of synthetic plastics in food packaging and their impact on human health and the environment. Update your knowledge of biopolymer-based packages and their utilization of agro-waste for deriving biopolymers. It's a resourceful guide including contemporary research, developments, and innovations in agro-waste. This book raises awareness for food businesses, researchers, and stakeholders to fabricate sustainable food packaging that are not environmentally friendly. Discover compelling innovations and applications about food wastes of plant and animal origin and their applications for the fabrication of sustainable food packaging. More chapters summarize the effectiveness of biopolymers and their composites in developing active films and edible coatings for preserving perishable foods. Additionally, the material addresses concerns associated with the possible migration of components or additives from biodegradable packaging into packaged food items.

Boasting numerous industrial applications, inorganic chemistry forms the basis for research into new materials and bioinorganic compounds such as calcium that act as biological catalysts.

A comprehensive and practical framework for ethical practices in contemporary cybersecurity While some professions - including medicine, law, and engineering - have wholeheartedly embraced wide-ranging codes of ethics and conduct, the field of cybersecurity continues to lack an overarching ethical standard. This vacuum constitutes a significant threat to the safety of consumers and businesses around the world, slows commerce, and delays innovation. The Code of Honor: Embracing Ethics in Cybersecurity delivers a first of its kind comprehensive discussion of the ethical challenges that face contemporary information security workers, managers, and executives. Authors Ed Skoudis, President of the SANS Technology Institute College and founder of the Counter Hack team, and Dr. Paul Maurer, President of Montreat College, explain how timeless ethical wisdom gives birth to the Cybersecurity Oath which is currently being adopted by security practitioners and leaders around the world. This practical book tells numerous engaging stories that highlight ethically complex situations many cybersecurity and tech professionals commonly encounter. It also contains compelling real-world case studies - called Critical Applications - at the end of each chapter that help the reader determine how to apply the hands-on skills described in the book. You'll also find: A complete system of cybersecurity ethics relevant to C-suite leaders and executives, front-line cybersecurity practitioners, and students preparing for careers in cybersecurity. Carefully crafted frameworks for ethical decision-making in cybersecurity. Timeless principles based on those adopted in countless professions, creeds, and civilizations. Perfect for security leaders, operations center analysts, incident responders, threat hunters, forensics personnel, and penetration testers, The Code of Honor is an up-to-date and engaging read about the ethically challenging world of modern cybersecurity that will earn a place in the libraries of aspiring and practicing professionals and leaders who deal with tech every day.

Bundle includes: 9781394164790 Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice: A Systems Approach, 3rd Edition The third edition of Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice is an essential guide for aspiring paramedics and emergency medical professionals. Authored by experienced paramedics and academics, this fully updated text offers a comprehensive overview of contemporary paramedicine, addressing the evolving paramedic curriculum. With new and updated chapters throughout, the book takes a multidisciplinary approach, ideal for undergraduate paramedic students, as well as registered paramedics, clinicians, and educators. 9781119862802 Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics This comprehensive textbook connects theory to practice, emphasising the importance of a strong understanding of pathophysiology for making rapid and effective clinical decisions. With detailed discussions on patient-focused issues, common and specialised diseases, as well as physiological and psychological alerts, this resource supports high-quality care in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Ideal for all paramedic students and early-career paramedics, it draws on the latest evidence and clinical best practices to prepare them for their vital roles in healthcare. 9781119724322 Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics This textbook not only enhances students' expertise but also boosts their self-confidence in their role as paramedics, integrating extensive pharmacological knowledge into a practical plan of care, and, in turn, improving overall patient health and wellbeing. With guidance on using pharmaceutical and prescribing reference guides, comprehensive explorations of legal and ethical issues in paramedicine, practical discussions on pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, drug formulations, and adverse drug reactions, along with in-depth examinations of various medicines, this text is a one-stop reference for paramedics navigating the complexities of pharmacology.

This comprehensive bundle comprises two vital volumes, each tailored to address key aspects crucial for providing optimal care throughout the maternal journey. Bundle includes: 9781119864714 Fundamentals of Maternal Anatomy and Physiology Addresses the unique needs of midwives by offering a dedicated exploration of anatomy and physiology with full-colour illustrations. Suitable for both undergraduate and postgraduate midwifery students, as well as practicing midwives, this book serves as an invaluable asset in advancing anatomical and physiological knowledge. 9781119864684 Fundamentals of Maternal Pathophysiology Equips midwives with a tailored understanding of disordered physical processes, meeting the professional standards of proficiency. This foundational text emphasises the importance of early indicators, enabling midwives to recognise and promptly respond to complications during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. Whether you are an undergraduate or graduate midwifery student or a midwife returning to practice, this resource advances pathophysiological knowledge within midwifery practice, ensuring safe and effective care delivery.

Bundle includes: 9781118898222 The Great Ormond Street Hospital Manual of Children and Young People's Nursing Practices, 2nd Edition This comprehensive guide provides expert guidance on evidence-based clinical procedures, aiding the development of sound clinical judgment and confidence in the provision of care for children and young people. 9781119619222 Fundamentals of Children and Young People's Anatomy and Physiology: A Textbook for Nursing and Healthcare Students, 2nd Edition Emphasising the application of evidence-based theory to practice, this comprehensive textbook explores how children's anatomical and physiological systems differ from adults, influencing disease processes and treatment options. With a highly visual and succinct yet comprehensive approach, the book presents an overview of each body system, supported by clinical applications demonstrating their relevance to nursing practice. 9781119232650 Fundamentals of Children's Applied Pathophysiology: An Essential Guide for Nursing and Healthcare Students With a visual and applied approach, this book, written by an experienced author team, explains the effects of disease on normal physiology, fostering the understanding, knowledge, and skills needed to provide safe and effective high-quality care to children and their families. 9781119633211 Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Children's Nurses Equips readers with the competence and confidence needed to prescribe, dispense, and administer medicines to children and young people. The book covers diverse medications used in areas such as diabetes, cancer, and mental health, and other medications commonly used in paediatric care, with guidance on legal and ethical issues, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacokinetics. 9781119819622 Care Planning in Children and Young People's Nursing, 2nd Edition An essential guide for developing tailored care programs to meet the individual needs of children. This updated second edition adds significant scope and material, including detailed case scenarios for discussion and increased emphasis on the voices of children and young people.

Comprehensive resource covering tools and techniques used for predictive analytics with practical applications across various industries Intelligent Techniques for Predictive Data Analytics provides an in-depth introduction of the tools and techniques used for predictive analytics, covering applications in cyber security, network security, data mining, and machine learning across various industries. Each chapter offers a brief introduction on the subject to make the text accessible regardless of background knowledge. Readers will gain a clear understanding of how to use data processing, classification, and analysis to support strategic decisions, such as by optimizing marketing strategies and customer relationship management and recommendation systems, improving general business operations, and predicting occurrence of chronic diseases for better patient management. Traditional data analytics uses dashboards to illustrate trends and outliers, but with large data sets, the process is labor-intensive and time-consuming. This book provides everything readers need to save time by performing deep, efficient analysis without human bias and time constraints. A section on current challenges in the field is also included. Intelligent Techniques for Predictive Data Analytics covers sample topics such as: ● Models to choose from in predictive modeling, including classification, clustering, forecast, outlier, and time series models ● Price forecasting, quality optimization, and insect and disease plant and monitoring in agriculture ● Fraud detection and prevention, credit scoring, financial planning, and customer analytics in banking ● Big data in smart grids, smart grid analytics, and predictive smart grid quality monitoring, maintenance, and load forecasting ● Management of uncertainty in predictive data analytics and probable future developments in the field Intelligent Techniques for Predictive Data Analytics is an essential resource on the subject for professionals and researchers working in data science or data management seeking to understand the different models of predictive analytics, along with graduate students studying data science courses and professionals and academics new to the field.

A comprehensive handbook for middle-market business sellers In Selling Your Business with Confidence: A Practical Playbook for Mid-Market Owners, veteran M&A advisor David McCombie delivers an insider's guide to navigating the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) sales process. In plain English, this book covers every essential topic for owners considering the sale of their business. Readers will fully understand the process, the range of options available, and their implications. In the book, you'll learn to navigate every step of the exciting--yet stressful--business sale journey, such as: The overall timeline, mechanics, and typical strategies of a deal Understanding different types of buyers and what they prioritize Tactics you can implement immediately to make your company more valuable Strategies for emotionally and psychologically preparing yourself for the transaction An essential roadmap to the complicated world of mid-market M&A transactions, Selling Your Business with Confidence is a must-have resource for business owners and the ecosystem of professionals who serve them.

The latest edition of the best-selling haematology textbook for undergraduate and postgraduate students and trainees Now in its ninth edition, Hoffbrand's Essential Haematology remains the definitive introductory textbook in the field. A team of leading experts provide clear and authoritative coverage of fundamental areas of clinical and laboratory haematology, including basic science, clinical features, diagnostic procedures and patient management. The text includes hundreds of high-quality colour images illustrating different anaemias, white cell and platelet disorders, leukaemias, myeloproliferative diseases, lymphomas, myeloma, bleeding and thrombotic disorders. Thoroughly revised and updated, Hoffbrand's Essential Haematology reflects current knowledge of the pathogenesis of blood diseases, their classification, diagnosis and treatment algorithms incorporating novel agents. The role of detection of minimal residual disease in management, and recent advances in immunological treatment of benign and malignant blood disorders, including CAR-T cell therapy, are highlighted. This edition contains expanded coverage of clonal haemopoiesis, the non-Hodgkin lymphomas amyloidosis, hospital related thrombosis, new treatments for haemophilia, and the use of direct-acting oral anticoagulants. Gene therapy for sickle cell anaemia, thalassaemia, and haemophilia feature and a new section focuses on the haematological consequences of COVID-19 infection and vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT). Helping medical students and trainee doctors understand the core principles of clinical and laboratory haematology for more than 40 years, Hoffbrand's Essential Haematology: Describes the formation and function of blood cells and the diseases that arise from the bone marrow, lymph nodes and bloodProvides comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of molecular and immunological basis, diagnosis, and management of blood diseasesCovers a wide range of key topics, including stem cell transplantation, blood transfusion, the haematological aspects of systemic diseases, of pregnancy and of the neonateIncorporates the current 5th World Health Organisation (WHO) classification of haematological neoplastic diseasesIncludes access to a companion website with hundreds of multiple-choice questions, PowerPoint slides, and other teaching and learning resources Hoffbrand's Essential Haematology, Ninth Edition, is a must-have resource for undergraduate medical students, biomedical science undergraduates and postgraduates, and trainees in haematology.

Comprehensive resource exploring how recent advancements in computational capabilities open doors to new applications in wave scattering A Data Engineering Approach to Wave Scattering Analysis applies scattering analysis to many applications including radar, sonar, medical diagnosis, intelligent robotics, and more, enabling readers to implement new and better measurements with both novel instrumentation and artificial intelligence that automates the interpretation of various (and multiple) imaging data streams. Composed of 10 chapters, this book brings together separate scientific topics that share a common basis of knowledge and their unchanged mathematical techniques to ensure successful results. Through periodic exercises, this book reinforces the importance of revisiting derivations and reproducing established results. It also delves into the individuals who shaped scientific methods and technologies, exploring 81 notable names and providing insights into their professional journeys. Classic results from scattering are included in each chapter, and rather than simply pasting in plots from classic papers, these results have largely been reproduced for a more coherent reader experience. Written by an established academic in the field, A Data Engineering Approach to Wave Scattering Analysis includes information on various topics: Field equations, covering strain as a dimensionless measure of deformation, generalized Hooke's Law, and elastic and acoustic waves Reflection and refraction, covering reflection from a free surface and surface waves as well as the wave model of acoustic microscopy Guided waves, covering torsional modes, longitudinal waves, and flexural waves in rods, as well as data engineering for lamb wave tomography Inverse scattering, covering wavelet transforms and fingerprinting as well as applications of wavelet fingerprints such as roof fall detection A Data Engineering Approach to Wave Scattering is an essential up-to-date reference on the subject for researchers interested in radar, sonar, medical imaging, structural health monitoring, manufacturing process control, and autonomous vehicles, as well as upper-level undergraduates and graduate students in related programs of study.

Secure your financial independence and security with small, simple, yet powerful action steps you can take starting today! In the newly revised second edition to Clever Girl Finance, celebrated personal finance educator Bola Sokunbi delivers an update to the insightful and entertaining installment of her widely read handbook to personal finance for women everywhere. The author walks you through the basics of building a strong and prosperous financial future, showing you how to craft a resilient budget, improve your credit score, pay down debt, invest and build long term wealth. With this book, you'll: Identify your personal money values, goals, and beliefs to help guide your actions. Explore mindset shifts and developing good financial habits including overcoming limiting beliefs about money and cultivating healthy financial habits. Learn strategies to effectively manage and eliminate debt, such as creating a debt repayment plan, negotiating lower interest rates, and prioritizing high-interest debt. Gain insights into different saving strategies, including emergency funds, retirement savings, and other long-term financial goals. Learn about different investment options, risk management, and how to start investing even with a small amount of money. And much more Perfect for women looking for practical advice, actionable steps, and real-life examples they can apply to their own financial journey, Clever Girl Finance is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to achieve financial independence and success!

Take immediate action toward achieving your financial goals with a collection of practical and easy-to-use worksheets, checklists, and other tools in your customized wealth plan! In the Clever Girl Finance Workbook, My Wealth Plan, renowned personal finance educator Bola Sokunbi delivers a practical toolkit that empowers you to strategically lay out your long-term financial plans and take immediate action on your financial goals. Sokunbi provides you with custom Q&A pages, financial worksheets, and checklists in which you can enter your personal answers and strategize your next steps. The tools in this workbook are organized in an intuitive and easy-to-find way, making it easy to fine tune your plans without becoming overwhelmed. You'll discover how to: Organize your financial records, track and assess your spending, calculate your net worth, define your money values, and set your financial goals Craft a functional budget to help you repay debt or build your savings Improve your credit, ensure you have the right insurance, and take advantage of the investment opportunities available to you Layout your strategy to earn more in your career and/or through a side hustle And much more Perfect for women who want to improve their financial knowledge and literacy, the Clever Girl Finance Workbook is also ideal for anyone looking for the tools they need to take immediate action to improve their personal finances. Use it as a companion to the Clever Girl Finance book series or as a standalone financial planning guide!

Unveiling the Path to Health Equity: A Transformative Guide to Law and Policy Achieving Health Equity: The Role of Law and Policy offers a groundbreaking exploration of how legal and policy frameworks shape health outcomes for marginalized populations, with a particular focus on racial minorities in the United States. This comprehensive guide dissects the complex interplay of factors determining health: 20% healthcare, 30% health behaviors, 40% social and economic factors, and 10% physical environment. Amid the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic and a national reckoning on racism, this timely work provides an urgent call to action and a practical roadmap for transformative change. It examines how laws and policies across sectors intersect to perpetuate or dismantle health inequities, offering concrete strategies for reform. Key features include: An ecosystem approach exploring four critical domains: healthcare access and quality, health behaviors, social and economic factors, and physical environmentAnalysis of emerging issues such as addressing the impact of climate change on health disparities, strategies for mitigating algorithmic bias in healthcare AI, and promoting equity in organ transplantation and clinical trialsExamination of cross-cutting themes like community engagement, civil rights protections, and data disaggregation to guide targeted interventionsCase studies and policy tools for dismantling structural drivers of health inequity Written in accessible language without sacrificing depth, this book illuminates complex concepts through relatable examples. It serves as an invaluable resource for a diverse audience including health system administrators implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, public health officials and policymakers, legal professionals and advocates, researchers and students in health-related fields, community organizers and racial justice activists. Achieving Health Equity provides a comprehensive blueprint for leveraging law and policy to build a more just, equitable, and healthy future for all.

Community pharmacies are often the first source for information and advice when health problems arise. Increasingly patients are being referred to pharmacists by other health care professionals through Pharmacy First and similar schemes. This book presents a decision-making framework along with 'red flags', 'when to refer' and evidence-based treatment recommendations. A unique feature is that case studies appear throughout, in which pharmacists, doctors, nurses and patients describe assessment and treatment of a wide range of common problems. Highlights of this substantially updated Tenth edition are: The addition of seven major sections covering the initial Pharmacy First scheme in England: acute otitis media (AOM); impetigo; infected insect bites; shingles; acute sinusitis; sore throat; and uncomplicated urinary tract infection in women. A changed book title to reflect the increasing remit of community pharmacy in disease prevention, with extended content on topics such as blood pressure measurement and shingles vaccination. 'The consultation' expanded in a new chapter, including decisions about supplying antibiotics with a suggested framework to reflect antimicrobial stewardship. Pharmacy continuation of contraceptive pills and the Pharmacy Contraception service. Revisited and updated information on COVID-19 and long-COVID in the light of the transition of COVID-19 to an endemic state. Practicing and Foundation trainee pharmacists, as well as undergraduate pharmacy students and many other healthcare professionals, will find Symptoms in the Pharmacy: A Guide to the Management of Common Illnesses and Disease Prevention invaluable.

Artificial Intelligence-Based System Models in Healthcare provide a comprehensive and insightful guide to the transformative applications of AI in the healthcare system. As technological advancements reshape medical practices, this handbook serves as a roadmap for researchers, healthcare professionals, and technology enthusiasts in the evolving healthcare delivery of AI-based systems. The contributor's and editors' knowledge provides a valuable resource to help understand how AI-based solutions will improve patient care and inspire the advancements of cutting-edge solutions. This book is edited into three sections, focusing on healthcare systems and AI-based system models. The first section explores the introduction to healthcare systems, focusing on the fundamental role of technology in reshaping the healthcare landscape. This section offers a unique perspective, emphasizing the integration of technology into healthcare ecosystems. The second part takes a deep dive into specific AI-based system model applications. From valuable insights into how AI systems offer valuable insights into the potential impact of patient outcomes, it also delves into topics of machine learning, image analysis, and biomedical text processing. The final section covers the future landscape of AI applications in healthcare practices. This section concludes by exploring the frontiers of AI-driven healthcare innovations and how they will aid the future of healthcare.